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Tuition:
Tuition is based on a season total, which are paid in monthly
installments.
The monthly payment is the same regardless of the number of weeks
that classes are held each month. All classes must be paid for in
advance.
Dance Designs uses a program called Studio Autopay, which
deducts
your monthly fees from your debit or credit card. The financial data
is
securely encoded on our system and fully complies with all of the
Federal
Reserve electronic bank transfer requirements. If you prefer to write
checks
then we will require a series of pre-written checks the teaching year
September thru May. Your checks will only be cashed or your
credit/debit
card will be charged at the beginning of each month. If you need
to
cancel lessons before May, simply fill out a withdrawal form 15 days
in
advance and we will return any unused checks and stop charges on
your
bank account or credit card. A Class Withdrawal form is required to
be filled
out when withdrawing from classes.
Return Check Fee: $25
Class Pricing - Monthly
(Classes meet once weekly/3-5 weeks per month)
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Class Price List 2010--2011 Season |
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A family discount will be applied at
20% for a second dancer and 30% for a third dancer
for immediate family members only.
The discount is applied to the lower tuition amount.
** Please Note **
The fees below apply to each individual dancer--NOT
per hour
These rates do not include solos, duets/trio |
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Class Pricing 2010 - 2011 Season |
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Hrs/Wk |
Cost/Mon |
Hrs/Wk |
Cost/Mon |
Hrs/Wk |
Cost/Mon |
Hrs/Wk |
Cost/Mon |
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0.45 |
$55 |
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1 |
$55 |
1.15 |
$69 |
1.30 |
$82.50 |
1.45 |
$87.50 |
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2 |
$87.50 |
2.15 |
$93.50 |
2.30 |
$104.50 |
2.45 |
$109.50 |
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3 |
$109.50 |
3.15 |
$112.50 |
3.30 |
$121.00 |
3.45 |
$126 |
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4 |
$126 |
4.15 |
$129 |
4.30 |
$137.50 |
4.45 |
$142.50 |
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5 |
$142.50 |
5.15 |
$145.75 |
5.30 |
$154.00 |
5.45 |
$159 |
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6 |
$159 |
6.15 |
$162 |
6.30 |
$170.50 |
6.45 |
$175.50 |
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7 |
$175.50 |
7.15 |
$178.75 |
7.30 |
$187.00 |
7.45 |
$190 |
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8 + hours
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Unlimited Classes |
$200 |
Not Including Solo/
Duets/Trios |
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Solo - $70.00* Duet/Trio - $40.00 ea. person
*These classes are based on 30 minute sessions.*
Annual Registration Fee:
$25 for first child and $40
per family.
** Please note that registration fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.
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Attendance:
To ensure that your student receives the maximum benefit
from
each class, regular attendance
is
encouraged. If your
student
must miss class for
any reason, please call 292-1861
prior to
their
scheduled class time to notify the instructor. Students who miss more than two
(2) classes
consecutively
without notifying our office may be replaced in order
to
maintain
a proper
class size. Should a
student miss a ballet
technique
class, that class must be made up
in order for that
student to
participate in competition. Please see
your
respective
instructor for
all make-up dates and times. A
missed
class due to student illness
can be made
up but not
credited to
the individual account.
Snow or Ice Days:
If in doubt as to whether or not classes will be held,
call the studio 292-1861 and a message will be
left on the answering
machine about
any
cancellations.
The days we are closed do not always coincide
with the
Oldham
County schools, as weather
tends to worsen as evening
time
approaches.
We do not
deduct from tuition due to weather; however,
all students are
welcome
to make-up classes that are
missed in another
class.
Please schedule these times
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Studio Closings
for Holidays--Vacations |
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Labor Day
Halloween
Thanksgiving
Christmas Break
Spring Break
Derby Week
Memorial Day
Recital Rehearsal
Recital Performance |
September 6, 2010
October 31, 2010
November 25 - 28, 2010
December 19, 09 - Jan. 2, 2011
April 4 - April 10, 2011
May 6- - 7, 2011
May 30, 2011
June 4, 2011
June 5; 2011 |
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Studio closings due
to weather are posted on a day by day basis
or listen to WHAS-11 for updates.
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Conferences:
If you or your child has a problem or concern, we will
be more
than happy to talk with you and
work toward an amicable
solution. Your instructor and I
will schedule a
conference time
that is
suitable to
everyone's needs.
Visitors:
Visitors and parents are not allowed in the dance room during class.
Parent Night is once a
month
set aside for parents to observe their child's progress.
Communication:
It is necessary for all parents, students, and teachers
to communicate
weekly in order to stay
up-to-date
on current events,
payments new
issues, etc.
It is the customer's responsibility to
stay
informed because
of limited time between classes.
Ways you and your child can stay informed:
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There are information boards in the lobby
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Monthly newsletters are available in the studio and
may be emailed to
you |
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Parents are invited to observe class the first of each
month |
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You may e-mail any of the staff/faculty members
@ info@dancedesignslou.com
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You may call our voicemail at 292-1861 24 hours a day
and someone will
gladly return your call.
Any updates which are not posted
in the newsletter will
be given in class
or over the phone.
Lobby/Waiting Area:
Please be responsible for your mess and the mess of your
students and siblings. If any area of the
studio
needs our attention, please let the office know
immediately.
*Please note: Smoking is prohibited in the dance studio.
Dance Rooms:
All students, parents, and staff members are asked to be
respectful of all dance areas.
No food, soda,
or
gum permitted
in the dance rooms. Only water or gatorade or other
sports drinks
allowed.
All children
must remain
in the waiting
area with their parent(s). No horse
play in the
studio
Respect for all instructors and their students is of the
utmost importance in and out of class, .
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Dress Code:
All Dance Designs students must follow the dress code
(including shoes)
assigned for each class.
Recreational
Ballet/Jazz Technique:
Black Leotard and tan or pink tights.
NO BAGGY SHORTS!
Split sole ballet shoes and black slip-on jazz shoes
required.
Hair pulled back and secured in a
ponytail for
all
classes.
Recreational Tap/Jazz:
Black slip on jazz shoes/black lace up tap shoes.
Leotard/Sports bra/
Fitted tank
top & tights (any color)
dance
or yoga pants,
any suitable dance attire.
Hip Hop:
Tank top/sports bra and shorts or yoga/jazz pants with
tennis shoes.
Kinder Dance:
Ballet/tap shoes (black patented leather) or teacher
specified. Leotard
and tights
(color optional)
Boys will need fitted t-shirt and shorts with
appropriate shoes
Competitive Ballet/Jazz:
Black leotard and pink tights.
Recital & Recital Fees:
The first weekend in June, our annual dance
recital is held in order for
the students to showcase
their talents..
Participation in the recital is strictly optional for all recreational and kinderdance
students.
Please notify your child's teacher if your child will be
participating, by the first week of
October.
This is very
important as we must order
costumes by
the end of the
month. The recital fee
is $65
for your first child and
$20
for each
additional child. This fee
includes the
cost to cover the
overhead of
the production,
a trophy and
unlimited
number of guest to the show!
Recital Photos:
There will be a designated week within the month of
February and March for studio
pictures. This is
designed to enable
us to have pictures
for the
recital program book
and for your own personal benefit
of having pictures of
your children in
their respective
costumes.
Recital Program Book:
In February we begin compiling, with the help
of each room parent, a lay-out
of all groups,
duets/trios, and soloist
within the
studio.
This lay-out is our guide for
putting together a recital
program book that is like no
other!
The cost of the pages is as follows:
Half page ad: $50
Full page ad: $100
This may be paid for out of pocket, divided among group
members, or through a
business or
individual
sponsor. I f your
page is
sponsored by
a
business they will
have advertisement via their
business card in
the book.
You will be able to view
previous years books to see the finished
product.
Recital Video:
No videography allowed the day of show, however you may
purchase a copy of the show being
videotaped by a professional videographer . You
may video tape at dress rehearsal.
Costumes:
All costume fees vary depending on the discretion of
each
individual teacher and their desires for
each class.
We
do try to
keep these costs minimal.
Costumes will be ordered when
all routines are
established
for each class. The
costumes
will be used in competitions and recital. Whenever
feasible,
we try
to use a "two-in-one costume" for combination classes.
Costume prices
do not include tights,
shoes, or accessories. Shoes
can
be
modified
to
achieve the desired color and texture
based on the
discretion of the individual teacher. All costume fees are due at the tune
the order is
placed, during
the
month of
November. This fee will
also be deducted from your debit/credit card or
by check.
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Dance Program Kinder
Dance
Offered to 2 1/2 -- 5 year olds, introducing them to the
fundamentals of tap, ballet and creative movement. The
concentration of this class is dance, music
appreciation,
creativity, motor skill development, and socialization
in
a fun instructional atmosphere.
Ballet
The foundation of all forms of dance including jazz,
lyrical, tap and much more. Beginning at a young age
with the basics of ballet, students learn the first 5
positions,
creative movement, focusing on hand, foot, arm, and
body
placement, progressing to knowledge of dance
terminology.
Dress code for ballet classes include leotard and
tights, ballet
shoes, and hair pulled back and
secured.
Tap
An intricate form of rythmic dance. Students learn at an
early
age the basic steps and terminology and may progress to
the
more elite competitive teams. Form fitting dance attire
is
recommended as long as the feet and ankles are visible
to the
instructor.
Jazz
Similar to ballet, with leaps, turns, and many other
advanced
movements. Students may wear form fitting clothing and
jazz
shoes. Knowledge of dance terminology highly
recommended.
Lyrical
A combination of slow jazz and ballet dance. It stresses
technique
and expression through music. Offered to ages 6 and up,
these
one hour classes make an excellent addition to
recreational or
competitive
teams.
Pointe
A form of ballet for advanced ballet students on a
special shoe,
which enables the student to raise the body on the tips
of the
toes. Two years ballet experience required, available
only to
ages 11 and up.
Tumbling
An athletic form of dance that includes rolls,
somersaults,
and handsprings.
Hip Hop
Incorporates funky moves and urban style. Classes are
offered
to any level student age 6 and up.
Tiny Tots Hip Hop
Same as regular hip hop (Ages 5 yrs Only)
Technique
Classes are offered to ages 6 and up and are required
for all Dance Designs' competitive team members. Floor
exercises,
leaps, turns, stamina, strength and flexibility are the
concentration
of these one hour classes. Dancers who are serious about
advancing
their skills participate in ballet as well as "leaps &
turns" technique.
These are the difference between Dance Designs and the
Rest.
Form fitting clothing or dance attire recommended for
this class.
Ballet, lyrical, or jazz shoes may be worn. Long hair
must be secured.
Adults
1 hour class of hip hop, tap or jazz styles. Can be
recreational or
competitive. Looking for a fun time in class, this is
the one for you!
Ages 18 & Up.
Competitive Teams
Auditions and instructor recommendations are required
to become
a competitive team member. Students are involved in a
strict 2 hour
ballet technique program as well as an additional 90
minute
technique class focusing on leaps and turns, These
classes are
necessary to ensure proper technique, flexibility, and
stamina.
For the advanced dancer with a competitive spirit and 2
years of dance
experience, age 6 and over.
Students must not miss more than 3 technique classes per
season and
must be made up before attending any upcoming
competitions.
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National Competitive Team - Dance Designs' Dream Team
Students will attend one local convention/workshop, 4
regional
competitions, and one National Competition..
New as per Aug. 2010 Fall Session
Cost :
Instructor/Choreography fees
Jazz, lyrical, open
and contemporary competitive
teams will have a one time per
year
additional instruction/choreography fee of $75 per
routine. This can be paid in two
installments -- Oct 1st and Nov 1st.
Choreography:
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In
order for your dancer to benefit from more advanced
technique instruction,
we will be adopting a new format for competition teams
similar to other
championship level studios. Tap and Hip Hop class
instruction shall remain as
we are currently structured. With the exception of
Junior 3 and Teen 2 lyrical,
our lyrical and jazz class time will be spent working on
TECHNIQUE, and
combinations that also help our dancers adapt to a
faster paced learning
environment. Then, we will be teaching the choreography
separately on weekends
for jazz, lyrical, open & contemporary categories so
that more groups have the
opportunity to compete.
This is the industry standard that most of the
competitive studios follow. This
allows the dancers the time they need to learn the
routines without having to spend
numerous extra hours and tuition of weekday class time.
We anticipate that it will be
two weekends in October, two in November, one or two in
December. We will let
you know the tentative schedule by the end of August.
Our goal is to be ready for the competition season in
January. After the first of the year,
we will start to work the routines into class time when
feasible and then have some
extra
rehearsals right before the competitions.
ALL Competitive team members are required by the studio
to purchase
a "Spirit Pack" to wear at all competitions and studio
events.
Each Spirit Pack includes:
Dance Designs jacket and long pants, t-shirt, dance
shorts, and dance bag.
The price of the spirit pack will be approximately
$150.00 - $180.
This price includes the studio name, student's name,
and logo.
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*Age levels are as follows:
Kinder-dance - Ages 2 1/2 -5
Minis- Ages 6-8
Junior - Ages 9-12
Teens - Ages 13--19
Adult - Ages 20 and over
Thank you for being a part of Dance Designs Studio!
Stacy Davis & Staff of Dance Designs
Updated August 2010
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