Studio 9 Policies
Our rules, your satisfaction.
Payment Policies
An annual registration fee of $35.00 per dancer is due at the time of registration and is non-refundable. For families with more than one registered dancer, additional members will be charged a $10 annual registration fee.
For your convenience, Studio 9 Dance Academy uses a monthly automated tuition system; all accounts are required to have a credit/debit card on file upon registration. Monthly fees will post on the last day of each month and be charged on the 1st of each month to your card on file. Fees will be prorated if a student is registered into a class in the middle of the month. Tuition is non-refundable once payment has been collected.
A 10% late fee will be applied to any outstanding balance (including tuition, costume, and performance fees) not received by the 10th of the month.
Late Fee Policy
Please make sure your card on file is up to date. All tuition is subject to a monthly 10% late fee, if not received by the 10th of each month.
Family Discount
There is a 10% discount off additional family members tuition if you have two or more immediate family members enrolled in our school.
Withdrawal Policy
A withdrawal request is required by filling out the Drop Request Form online at least 2 business days before your last class. Tuition will not be refunded or credited without the withdrawal request on file at least 2 business days prior to the next billing cycle.
Injury Policy
If a student sustains an injury and is unable to participate in classes for more than 2 consecutive months, with a doctor’s note stating the dancer is unable to participate, they may withdraw and receive a 50% credit for any unused, prepaid tuition. For shorter recovery periods, students are encouraged to remain enrolled and take advantage of available make-up classes within the same session.
Fall Tuition
Fall tuition is billed equally in nine monthly installments; September 1st thru May 1st., while the remaining months are billed in nine equal installments (whether a three, four, or five week long month). Some months may have less classes due to school vacations (ie. Thanksgiving, Winter Break, etc.). Please Note: There are no refunds for missed classes. Makeup classes in any style or same level/age are strongly encouraged. Please inquire at the front desk for makeup class options.
Summer Tuition
Summer tuition is billed in one installment for a 6 week period (normal tuition is billed at 1.5x current monthly rate.)
SPRING SHOWCASE Policy
Spring Showcase fees are auto-deducted in three installments: $50 on October 1, $50 on November 1, and the remaining balance on February 1 (or November 1 and December 1 if enrolled after October 15). These fees are non-refundable; however, if a dancer withdraws before February 1 or has a documented date conflict, deposits may be credited toward future classes or events. Not all classes require a purchased costume—full details will be shared in January. Beginner Acro, all Adult classes (except Tap), and Strength & Stretch classes do not participate in the Showcase.
Winter Ballet policy
Participation in Winter Ballet is optional. Winter Ballet fees are non-refundable once registration is complete. If a student withdraws prior to casting, a credit will be issued toward future classes or events at Studio 9 Dance Academy.
Make-Up Policy
Make-ups are available for student absences and unplanned studio closures only (such as inclement weather), not for scheduled closures or breaks as listed on the Studio 9 calendar. Make-up classes must be completed within the same session and are subject to class availability.
There are no refunds for missed classes.
Referrals
Receive referral credit when you refer a new student that enrolls in a minimum of one month of classes. Credit is equal to half of the referred students first month of tuition. Credit will appear on your following months tuition. Please inquire at the front desk for referral credit to be applied.
Trial classes
New students can take advantage of one free trial class prior to registration. Trial classes can be booked during our Fall/Spring session only, and will open 1 week after the session start date. Trials are only allowed in classes that are not at maximum capacity, and can be booked through the normal registration links.
Inclement Weather
In the event of inclement weather, we will notify our families via email of any closures by 2pm for evening classes, and 8am for all morning classes. Please check our website and social media for any updates on closures. Makeup classes are strongly encouraged should there be a closure.
Studio Store
For your convenience, dance apparel is available for purchase in the lobby of Studio 9 Dance Academy.
Monthly Newsletter
Our monthly newsletter will come out on the 9th of each month via email. Be sure to check it out for the latest Studio 9 news and happenings.
Holiday + Studio Closures
Studio 9 Dance Academy will be closed for the following days:
+ Spring Break (One Week)
+ Memorial Day Weekend (Friday thru Monday)
+ Independence Day
+ Labor Day Weekend
+ Halloween (Evening Classes Only)
+ Thanksgiving (Wednesday thru Saturday)
+ Winter Break (Two Weeks Christmas thru New Years)
+ Spring Break (One Week)
*Please Note: Exact dates and closures for the current year are noted on the Studio 9 Calendar Page.
Planned studio clostures are not eligible for make-ups. Tuition is based off all studio closures.
Student attire
Studio 9 Dance Academy's dress code is designed to create unity and discipline, as well as creating an incentive for students to attain the next level of achievement. Dress code requirements are listed below and with each class description.
Dress Code:
Children's Program
Dreamers: Any attire dancer and parent can move in allowed.
Artists Ballet: Any color leotard and tights, or shirt and shorts,
with ballet shoes.
Navigators Ballet/Tap and Creators Ballet/Tap: Any color leotard and tights, or shirt and shorts, with ballet shoes and tap shoes.
Explorers Ballet/Tap/Jazz: Any color leotard and tights, or shirt and shorts, with ballet shoes and tap shoes; jazz shoes optional.
Shakers and Breakers: Any athletic wear dancer can move in and tennis shoes.
Ballet Classes
Level I: Light Pink Leotard, Pink Tights, and Pink Ballet Shoes or White Shirt, Black Tights/Pants, and Black Shoes
Level II: Light Blue Leotard, Pink Tights, and Pink Ballet Shoes or White Shirt, Black Tights/Pants, and Black Shoes
Level III: Light Purple Leotard, Pink Tights, and Pink Ballet Shoes or White Shirt, Black Tights/Pants, and Black Shoes
Level IV: Forest Green Leotard, Pink Tights, and Pink Ballet Shoes or White Shirt, Black Tights/Pants, and Black Shoes
Level V: Navy Blue Leotard, Pink Tights, and Pink Ballet Shoes or White Shirt, Black Tights/Pants, and Black Shoes
Level VI: Burgundy Leotard, Pink Tights, and Pink Ballet Shoes or White Shirt, Black Tights/Pants, and Black Shoes
Elite: Black Leotard, Pink Tights, and Pink Ballet Shoes or White Shirt, Black Tights/Pants, and Black Shoes
Jazz
Any colored leotard or shirt with leggings or shorts and jazz shoes.
Lyrical/Contemporary
Any colored leotard or shirt with leggings or shorts and half shoes.
Hip Hop
Anything that dancers can move easily in and tennis shoes.
Tap
Anything that dancers can move easily in and black tap shoes.
Acro
Any colored leotard or shirt with leggings or shorts and bare feet.
Hair must be worn in a bun for ballet and pulled securely off face for all other classes.
Jewelry is to be kept to a minimum; no bracelets, watches, necklaces, or large earrings are to be worn for the safety of all students. Small earrings are acceptable.
Please Note: All students will be given two warnings if not dressed in adherence to the dress code. On the third offense, they will be asked to sit out and watch class.
Communication
Information regarding rehearsals, performances, Company 9, and upcoming studio events will be provided via the Studio 9 website, email and/or parent portal.
Studio Cleanliness
Dancers and their families are asked to help keep the studio clean at all times. Please help your dancers pick up after themselves as well as use the appropriate trash cans. Food is allowed only in the lobby/break areas.
Parent Concerns
If at any time you have any concerns you need to discuss with the Academy Directors, please fill out a Parent Concern Form and return it to the front office. Our teachers and staff will be unable to address any parent concerns without it first being submitted to the Directors through the Parent Concern Form.