Liability Waiver
In the event the studio is forced to close due natural disaster, fire, theft or destruction of property, pandemic, government order or an "Act of God", tuition and fees paid to the date of closure are not refundable. The studio reserves to right to stop all in-person classes at the physical facility and resume service virtually we now have a hybrid dance model. Classes may be combined by age and/or level at the determination of the studio owners. Tuition will continue to be charged if the studio is required to move to virtual classes only or a hybrid of virtual and in person sessions. Exceptions will be determined on a case by case basis.
In the event that the studio is unable to host a recital at a theater/auditorium due to unforeseen circumstances such as pandemic or natural disaster, the studio will make every effort to offer 1) alternative recital date with the same calendar year if possible, 2) offer a virtual recital, 3)offer an in house recital. Directors will determine the best format based on the circumstances as well as the safety of staff, students, families and the community. Recital fees are non-refundable as long as the studio offers a recital or end of season performance opportunity.
Dance Membership Fee
The annual Dance membership is $50 for individual student and $80 for family to be charged to my credit card account upon registration. If you choose to stop the dance program all you need to do is fill out the opt out form by July 15th each year or during season a 30 notice and opt out form to stop payments. The registration fee is non-refundable.
Showcase Costume Deposit(s)
Costume(s) can be paid in full. Otherwise a 50% costume deposit for each class in the recital/ year-end recital performance is due in October with your monthly auto debt payment. The costume(s) balance is due in November with your auto debut.
I further authorize and understand that costume balance will be charged to my account.
All costumes are $80.00 each class.
Costume deposit(s) are non-refundable.* No Refunds will be given for costume fees after they have been ordered.
Dance Performance Package
Dance Performance package is paid by every student that is in our recital/ year-end recital performance. This is a requirement just like a costume. It includes dress rehearsal, a recital t-shirt, all video and pictures from the recital and end of the year awards are all included. The price for an individual is $65 and the price for families is $90 . This is due in February with your auto debut. The payment can be split or be paid in full.
Personal Property
I understand that any items I bring to the LHQ Danceforce (camera, MP3 player, cell phone, other personal electronics, jewelry etc.) are the responsibility of myself, and LHQ Danceforce is in no way responsible for lost, missing, stolen or damaged items.
During/End season OPT out form
This authorization will remain in effect until I notify LHQ Danceforce in writing by filling out the LHQ Danceforce opt out form. The Opt out form must be completed and returned to LHQ Danceforce . I/we understand that there is 1 payment due after notice is filled out if during the month season and return to LHQ. If the form is not completed and returned to dance@lhqdanceforce.com I will be charged an additional tuition until Opt out form is received. I further understand that any payment amounts paid to LHQ Danceforce constitutes agreement to the LHQ Danceforce Policies. After completing the form, we will be able to deactivate your contract including all scheduled auto payments or if opting out for new season we won't hold your dance spot and you won't be conveniently automatically enrolled. The feedback for LHQ and the Opt out form is a huge part of making sure we are getting the feedback to make your experience even better.
Dress Code
Please come to class ready to dance - No Street Clothes! You should be comfortable in your dancewear both physically and emotionally. Your instructor needs to see your bodylines, so no oversized clothing please. Shoes are a must: ballet slippers, jazz, tap, & hip hop shoes only. Parents: It is not to your child's benefit to purchase "shoes to grow into". If you have any questions, please ask your instructor. Shoes must be purchased from Studio or local Dance stores.
Hair- Bun is the best option but if not always have it pulled back in a Ponytail. BALLET MUST BE IN A BUN.
Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Acro, Lyrical, Musical Theater:
CLOTHES- Black Leotard, any color tights, Black Dance Pants or Dance shorts are optional. (Acro- Footless or Stirrup Tights).
SHOES- Jazz & Broadway Jazz, Black Slip on Jazz. Adv B.Jazz- Tan Character heels. Tap, Tan Tap Buckle or Black Tie tap for Adv Classes. Hip Hop- Blakc Hip Hop Sneaker. Lyrical, Tan Foot Mittens. Musical Theater, Character Heels or Pedini's.Check with the office.
Creative Dance & Combo Classes-Any Color Leotard, Pink or Tan Tights, Acro Combos need a stirrup tight. Pink Ballet Shoes, Tan buckle tap shoes, No Shoes for Acro Combos. Hair in a Bun or Ponytail.
Ballet: Black Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Ballet Shoes, and hair in a bun.
Boys-Jazz/Ballet/Hip Hop: Black athletic pant or shorts, T-shirt, and black jazz or hip hop shoes. NO STREET SHOES OR CLOTHES
Attendance
If your student will not be in class, please call the studio to let us know. The studio reserves the right to have children who come late to class, sit out of the class. Repeated lateness may result in termination of lessons. A minimum attendance standard will be required in order for the year to be considered complete. Students missing more than 4 lessons after January will not be allowed to participate in the year-end-performance. Remember, just like a sports team, your dance teammates are counting on you to be here as often as you can.
Snow or Bad Weather
The studio does not automatically close for snow days, regardless if the area schools are closed. If in doubt, please call the studio for a recording, check for Emails from Studio, Studio Facebook, Band App. You may also may receive a phone call directly from the studio to let you know if cancelled.
Photo and Video Release
I agree to grant to LHQ Danceforce and its authorized representatives permission to record on photography film and/or video, pictures of my participation. I further agree that any or all of the material photographed may be used, in any form, as part of any future publications, brochure, or other printed materials used to promote LHQ Danceforce, and further that such use shall be without payment of fees, royalties, special credit or other compensation.
Schedule
A schedule change is any modification to our schedule. Due to the operational needs of LHQ Danceforce changes to the classes due to size,staffing ect. These changes can range from a time or day change or a completely canceled class.
Schedule can change to online class due to a natural disaster, or pandemic, or anything else unforeseen.
Tuition
I understand that tuition is based on a 10 month year which includes full tuition payment for the month of June. I understand that tuition, registration fees, costume payments are non-refundable. Payment are Sept-June. Last payment in June is due before the recital. The tuition is due on the 1st or 15th of each month.
