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Levels of Dance

 

  • Kinder-Dance ~ Ages 2  1/2--5 years old       

  • Tiny Tots Hip Hop ~ Ages 5 Years of old       

  • Minis~ Ages 6-8 years old       

  • Juniors ~ Ages 9-12 years old       

  • Teens - Ages 13-18 years old       

  • Adults ~Ages 19 and Over

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

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. **
 
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)
 

Class Pricing 2011 - 2012 Season
 
Hrs/Wk Cost/Mon Hrs/Wk Cost/Mon Hrs/Wk Cost/Mon Hrs/Wk Cost/Mon
 

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0.45

$55

1

$55

1.15

$69

1.30

$82.50

1.45

$87.50

2

$87.50

2.15

$93.50

2.30

  $104.50

2.45

$109.50

3

$109.50

3.15

$112.50

3.30

$121.00

3.45

$126

4

$126

4.15

$129

4.30

$137.50

4.45

$142.50

5

$142.50

5.15

$145.75

5.30

$154.00

5.45

$159

6

$159

6.15

$162

6.30

$170.50

6.45

$175.50

7

$175.50

7.15

$178.75

7.30

$187.00

7.45

$190

8 + hours

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.
  ** Plea note that registration fee is NON-REFUNDABLE. *
 
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 accordingly.
 

 Studio Closings

   
Labor Day                
Halloween              
Thanksgiving          
Christmas Break    
Spring Break           
Derby Week                
Memorial Day                     
Recital Rehearsal
Recital 2012		 September 3, 2012
October 31, 2012
November 22 - 23, 2012
December 21, 2012 - Jan. 4, 2013
April 9 - April 13, 2012
May 3 - 6,  2012
May 28, 2012
June 2,  2012
June 3;  2012
   

Studio closings due to weather are posted on a day by day basis or listen to WHAS-11 for updates.  
 
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.

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, .
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  for your own personal benefit of having pictures of your children in their respective costumes.

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.
   
   Class Descriptions
 
Recreational Classes
 
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.

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)

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, only for ages 11 & up.

Technique
Classes are offered to ages 6 and up & 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 & 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 & over.
    Students must not miss more than 3 technique classes per season and must be made up before
    attending any upcoming competitions.

  • Students will attend one local convention/workshop, 4 regional competitions, and one National
    Competition..

  • Each family is required to pay a $15 per month "Dream Team" fee that covers coaches fees at all
    regionals, and nationals, choreography fees and extra practices. This fee will be on top of there
    basic tuition fee.

  • ALL Competitive team members are required by the studio to purchase a "Spirit Pack" to wear at
    all competitions and studio events. This includes DD jacket, long pants, t-shirt, dance shorts, and
    dance bag. Items show studio name, student's name and logo. Cost is approximately $150 - $180
    due in October.      Photos available here
 
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.