Refunds/Credits
No refunds for registration, tuition, costumes, competitions or any other fee will be issued. Credits may be applied to accounts at the discretion of the director. Credits applied to accounts will be applied to all oldest fees first. Credits will roll over from one year to the next.
Online Registration Payment
FOR SUMMER CAMPS: There is no registration fee. Camp tuition will be charged to your card within 48 hours of enrollment. By registering for summer camps, I understand that my card will be charged for summer camp tuition within 48 hours (2 business days) of enrolling.
FOR 2019-2020 CLASSES: Registration fee is $25 per student until June 30. After June 30, the fee becomes $35 per student. (Family registration fees = $50) By registering online, I agree that the credit card provided will be used for the 2019-2020 session registration fee. I understand that a registration fee will post to my account, and my card will be charged for the registration fee within 48 hours (2 business days) of enrolling. Tuition for 2019-2020 classes will post to your account on September 1, and is due no later than September 10. Only the registration fee will be charged to your card during the registration process. During the dance year, in the event that my account becomes 30 days past due, I understand that my card will be charged for any balance due. I understand that the SUMMER CAMP AND/OR 2019/2020 REGISTRATION fees are NON-REFUNDABLE. The yearly registration fee holds the student's position in class only until the first month's tuition is due.
Formal Registration/Open House
Open House/Formal Registration for 2019/2020 classes will be held at the studio on THURSDAY- AUGUST 1 from 5:00PM-8:00PM. Open house is a drop in event. All students (even those enrolled online) are expected to attend this open house to be fitted for the required studio dance top to be worn on the SDC Float in the NC Yam Festival and during our annual Christmas Shows and Spring Recitals. Required shoes and dance wear will be available for purchase at this open house as well.
Monthly Tuition Payments
Tuition is due by the 10th of each month September-May. Payments may be made in the studio by cash, check, or credit card or via our Parent Portal. There will be a $10 late fee applied to account balances paid after the 10th. Tuition is not pro-rated for absences or studio closures. There is a $25 returned check fee for any check returned by the bank. In the event that my account becomes 30 days past due for services/costumes rendered, I understand that the card on file will be charged the amount due. If my account becomes 60 days past due, my child will no longer be allowed to participate. Classes are not held after the Christmas Show in December or the spring recital in May, both of which are usually scheduled mid month. There are no refunds for missed lessons, and tuition remains the same no matter how many weeks are in the month. 30 minute classes: $28 per month 45 minute classes: $35 per month Multi-class discounts are available. Please see our website for a full explanation of our discount policy.
Required Dance Tops
I understand that once registered for the 2019/2020 dance year, every student is required to order a dance top/sports bra to be worn as uniforms for our studio sponsored float in the NC Yam Festival, annual Christmas Show and Spring Recital. These tops must be sized and ordered BY THE PARENT INDIVIDUALLY from our studio online store by September 14. Late orders are not guaranteed to arrive in time for the Yam Festival or Christmas Show. (a link to our online store will be provided in the parent portal as soon as it is available) Prices and sizes vary from year to year and all students are required to attend formal registration/open house to be fitted for this top. Dance Mom shirts, bags, and other SDC gear is available on our online store as well.
Dress Code
STUDIO DRESS CODE: STUDENTS WITHOUT THE REQUIRED DANCE SHOES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PERFORM AT ANY EVENT OR PARTICIPATE IN DANCE PICTURES. STUDENTS WITHOUT PROPER DANCE ATTIRE WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASS. Younger students especially are required to wear thin socks or tights to make changing shoes easier. For a complete list of required shoes, please log into your parent portal. A list of required shoes and dance attire is available on our website and in the parent portal announcements.
Parent Portal
I understand that I am expected to utilize the SDC Parent Portal to stay up to date with all studio business and deadlines. I understand that I am expected to log into the Parent Portal weekly to check for important news and announcements from the studio director. I understand that all important announcements, reminders and information are sent through email from SDC. Emails from SDC are logged and stored in the parent portal for your convenience so you can easily go back and find the information you need. I understand that I must keep my contact mailing address, email address and phone number current and correct in the parent portal. I also understand that I am expected to stay up to date with important studio announcements by logging into the parent portal regularly.
Recital Costumes
COSTUMES: I understand that costumes are ordered for each class to wear in the annual spring recital. A non-refundable costume deposit of $25 per class will be due with or before October tuition. The costume balance must be paid in full with November tuition. FAILURE TO PAY THE COSTUME BALANCE IN FULL WILL RESULT IN YOUR CHILD'S COSTUME NOT BEING ORDERED. Sizes are ordered according to studio measurements and pre-determined company charts. Any alterations necessary are the responsibility of the parent. COSTUME FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE and normally are between $50-$75 per dance class. No costume required for gymnastics.
Yam Festival Parade
YAM FESTIVAL PARADE: I understand that students and parents are invited to ride on the SDC annually sponsored float in the NC Yam Festival parade. Students and adults participating must wear a current (from this year) SDC item (tank, t-shirt, or sweatshirt). Students under age 5 must ride with an adult who also must wear an SDC shirt from this year. All orders must be placed from our online store (link provided in our parent portal) by September 14. Late orders will not be guaranteed to arrive before the parade.
Social Media/Text Reminders
I understand that SDC utilizes social media platforms for important announcements like inclement weather updates, and studio deadlines/reminders. Parents are encouraged to like and follow our studio pages on Facebook and Instagram for the best possible studio experience. SDC also utilizes text reminders. ALL PARENTS ARE REQUIRED TO ACCEPT TEXT REMINDERS FROM SDC. These texts are sent very sparingly and only when extremely important information needs to be conveyed. I understand that my cell phone number should be updated on the parent portal so I can receive these important text reminders.
Schedules
SCHEDULES: I understand that student's individual final schedules will be available before classes begin via the Parent Portal. Instructions for logging into your secure account in the Parent Portal will be available upon registration. Please be sure a working email address that you check daily is on file with your registration form. The master schedule for the studio is finalized AFTER Open House. The 2019-2020 master schedule has now been finalized. DAYS/TIMES listed on classes may have changed from the previous year's schedule.
Photography Release
Permission is granted to Southside Dance Center to use and publish for editorial, trade, advertising, or other promotional purposes all photographic, video, and digital images of my child(ren) including my child's name in conjunction with the studio and school name. All parents/guardians who do not wish their child's image or name to be used in this manner must declare so in writing submitted to the studio.
Medical Emergency
The undersigned gives permission to Southside Dance Center, Inc., it's owners and operators to seek medical treatment for the participant in the event they are are not able to reach a parent or guardian. I hereby deny any physical/mental problems, restrictions, or condition and/or declare the participant to be in good physical and mental health.
Release of Liability
As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless Southside Dance Center, Inc. it's owners and operators from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by the participant and/or the undersigned, while in or upon the premises or any premises under the control and supervision of Southside Dance Center, Inc., it's owners and operators or in route to or from any said premises.
Policies & Procedures
There is a complete listing of studio policies and procedures on our website. I have read and agree to these policies concerning tuition, fees, payments, costumes, parent observations, competitive groups, performance opportunities, recitals and other important studio business.
