THE SEASON IS FROM SEPT to JUNE - 2019/2020
FEES:
30 min classes(Creative Dance/Mini Classes) - $450 per season
45 min classes(Level 1/2 classes) - $575 per season
1 hr classes - $650 per season
*Registration includes: Online Recital HD downloadable video + JDS swag bag(while supplies last)
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COSTUME FEES: $105 + hst per costume per class. This amount has been added to the total above for each class on the portal
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Registration does not included the required class attire, photo day pictures or recital tickets
**Multiple Class Discounts(Recreational Stream): SAVE
NEW DISCOUNTS FOR 2019-2020 Season:
$100 off the 2nd class
$150 off the 3rd class
$300 off the 4th Class
COMPETITIVE: Members of the Competitive Program will receive a competitive team handbook and commitment agreement. You agree to pay the fees via credit card on the dates indicated, and understand that all fees are non-refundable.
PAYMENT INFORMATION: A credit card must remain on file when registering online and for all future payments. You can pay by cheque/post dated chqeue but a credit card must still remain within your online portal.
Payments can be made in 4 installments.
1st Installment (25%) Due upon registration
2nd Installment (25%) Due Nov 1st, 2019
3rd Installment (25%) Due Feb 1, 2020
4th Installment(25%) Due April 1, 2020
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Online dance store:
All required dance attire should be purchased directly from our online dance store
https://www.jdansestudio.com/dress-code.html
Sizing kits are available at the studio prior to ordering if required
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Dance fees must be paid in full by the due dates or students will not be permitted in class.
Family Discounts:
A 10% discount is applied the second child in the family. The 3rd child receives a 20% discount and every child thereafter. The discount is applied to the fees of the student of lesser tuition. The discount is applied to the subtotal prior to hit and after all discounts are applied to the registration fees portion only not costumes.
Referral Program:
We have implemented a referral program for current company members of J'Danse Studio. We truly appreciate these referrals and to say thank you we would like to offer you a $50 credit towards a class, private lesson, costume fee or recital tickets(no limit on referrals). Bring in a friend today! conditions apply. Any pro rated or discounted registration fees will result in a referral fee of only$25.
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TENTATIVE Recital Date: Saturday June 13th or 20th, 2020
TENTATIVE Picture Day: Sunday April 6th, 2020
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The studio will be closed during the Christmas Holiday, March Break and Statutory holiday weekends. A calendar has been provided online indicating studio closures and important dates is subject to change and may vary slightly.
Recital Costumes:
Recital Costumes for recreational programs will cost $105 + HST this season. This cost will be automatically included in the total cost of the class tuition fee when registering. Costume will be handed in the new year before photo day. A sizing chart and guide will be provided for parents to choose the appropriate costume size. Parents will be responsible for any additional alterations needed prior to the recital. The recital costume will be worn at photo day, the recital dress rehearsal and the recital day. Please keep the costumes clean and in a garment bag. Please do not eat with the costume on and they are not to be worn for other than the above.
Parents Studio Viewing Camera:
For your viewing pleasure you can relax in our parent's lounge and watch your child's class from the closed circuit viewing monitors. The monitor is generally on from September to December based on each instructors discretion. The monitor will be turned off after the Christmas break between January and June as the students will be learning choreography for the end of year dance recital.
*All details listed above is subject to change without prior notice
TUITION PAYMENTS: Payment must be made in full prior to your first class or as per the payment schedule indicated at the start of the dance program. Payment schedules are just a courtesy and full payment is still required. If at any time you withdrawal from a class payment in full is required for any balance at that time. Any students with outstanding deposit payment or balance prior to the start of class or after the due date may be removed from the said program without further notice. Payments accepted in the form of cash/cheque/credit card/transfer. A credit card is required on file in the online portal. This credit card should be kept up to date and updated accordingly. There will be a $50 late fee charged for NSF cheques, late payments or declined credit card payments and a 3% per month charge on late payments. Registration fees may be prorated depending on when the registration begins upon management approval.
PERFORMANCE FEES: Costume fees of $105 + hst including in each registration class fee is non refundable. Recital tickets will be made available for sale for anyone wishing to attend and at the door. Dancers do not require a ticket if they remain backstage. Dancers may watch the show but must purchase a ticket.
CANCELLATION POLICY:There are no refunds or transfer of fees on any payments received by J'Danse Studio including the unused portion of a term payment, registration fees, choreography fees, costume fees, competitions fees, rehearsal fees or merchandise purchased. There will be no credits/refunds or make up classes for classes not attended by the participant and/or classes cancelled due to weather, acts of God, personal emergency, health emergencies, pandemics, epidemics, government regulation or other reasons beyond our control. We reserve the right to combine/cancel classes, temporarily or permanently, without advance notice, due to emergency circumstances, acts of God, health emergencies, government regulation, epidemics, pandemics or low enrollment. We also reserve the right in these cases or class cancellations to extend the dance season, or provide credits for future use.
COMPETITIVE TEAM FEES: There are no refunds or credits on any paid or unpaid fees for any expense related to the competitive team including but not limited to, tuition, choreography, props, competition entrance fees, costume fees or hotel fees for any reason, unforseen circumstance, act of God, pandemic, health emergency government imposed closures.
Teachers are subject to change without notice. All class withdrawals must be done in writing, mail or email. If you have confirmed to transfer to another class, you are deemed registered. Installment payments are set out as a courtesy only or others authorized to receive it and registration fees must be paid in full regardless of withdrawal from classes prior to the end of the season or before a scheduled installment payment. If a refund is granted the $105 + hst costume fee is non refundable and there will be a $50 admin fee. Payment is due in full for any balance owing if there is a withdrawal from any class at that time.
DANCE ATTIRE:You agree to wear the proper dance attire required for the class in which you are enrolled. The dress code is provided online, and made available throughout the studio posted. The dress attire is available on our e shop. If you are not wearing the proper attire, you will receive a dress code violation letter. It will be the teacher's decision if you will be able to participate in class that day if you are not in proper dress attire.
All dancers, parents, visitors must remove their outdoor footwear upon entrance to the studio. Absolutely NO outdoor shoes are allowed in the dance studio. The appropriate class dance attire should be purchased directly from our online dance store:
jdansestudio.johnnybrown.ca
Sizing kits are available at the studio, prior to ordering if required.
DANCE STUDIO PROPERTY:The studio property should be treated with respect by all students/parents. Damage caused will be assessed and charged back. J'Danse Studio is not responsible for any lost/stolen articles. Please leave all valuables at home.
MEDIA: I authorize J'Danse Studio to copyright or publish any photographs or video footage taken of my child/guardian while participating as a student in her dance program for dance purposes (ie. recital, slideshow, website). J'Danse Studio may use these without limitations or reservations as it relates to the dance studio advertising and on social media. The recital will be videotaped and provided to parents and therefore if you chose not to have your child videotaped they are not permitted to take part in the recital.
INJURY: In case of illness or injury J'Danse Studio will contact the parent/guardian on file, if unavailable we will call the emergency contact. J'Danse Studio will seek medical advice and act accordingly where treatment is deemed necessary. There is risk of injury during participation.
GROUNDS FOR DISMISSAL: J'Danse Studio is committed to maintaining an environment that is safe and respectful for everyone; our shared success depends on it. Accordingly, we do not tolerate, discrimination, violence, bullying or harassment. Attitudes that are disrespectful or negative do not have a place at J'Danse Studio. Parents/Students will treat each other with respect and will not speak negatively about one another or the instructors. A zero-tolerance policy is in effect for both parents and students at the studio and any complaints of this will be taken seriously. The studio reserves the right to revoke/cancel the participation/membership and entrance of any parents and/or students if any of the above are observed or violated. Any inappropriate or slanderous remarks about J'Danse Studio or staff members in any way or on any social media, chat group or forum site will be cause for immediate dismissal. A refund will not be provided if you are dismissed for any of the above. Parents/dancers or affiliates will not disparage or denigrate against J'Danse Studio, its owners, staff or other students.
REFERRAL FEES: to receive the $50 referral discount the registrant being referred must be paying the full cost of registration fees and not any pro rated or discounted fees. The referral fee will be adjusted accordingly for the pro rated registration fee at $25.00.
*** Please note: Each class is priced as a flat rate from September- June. We take into account all of the holidays and have priced the classes accordingly.
Door keypad code: This 4 digit code provided to you should be kept confidential and only provided to persons responsible for picking up your child. Unauthorized use or misuse will be monitored and privileges revoked if deemed necessary by management. This code may be changed from time to time without prior notice. Access to the studio is only granted during regular business hours for classes and times you should be at the studio.
Waiver: In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in the J'Danse Studio, its owners, directors, managers, officers, and Janie Koitsis, its dance/fitness program(s), related events and activities, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that: The risk of injury from the activities involved in this program is significant, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and, I knowingly and freely assume all such risks, both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the releases or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If however I observe any unusual significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately, and I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, hereby release and hold harmless Janie Charocopos o/a J'Danse Studio, their officers, officials, agents, teachers and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event ("Releasees"), with respect to any and all injury, disability, death or loss of damage to person or property, whether caused by the negligence of the releases or otherwise. I have read this release of liability and assumption of risk agreement, fully understand its terms, and that I have given up substantial rights by signing it, and sign it freely and voluntarily without inducement. For participants on minority age(under 18 at the time of registration) This is to certify that I, as parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, do consent and agree to his/her release as provided above of all the Releasees and, for myself, my heirs, assigns, and next of kin, I release and agree to indemnify the Releasees from any and all liability incidents to my minor childs involvement or participation in these programs as provided above. We also agree to release J'Danse Studio from all liability relating to financial transaction from the following but not limited to the following: studio closures, classes postponements or cancellations, studio event postponements or cancellations, building damage, pandemics, epidemics, civil authority, fire, vandalism or acts of God.
J'Danse Studio adheres to keeping all personal information provided strictly confidential, used only for the direct purpose of the related program(s).
J'Danse Studio is committed to providing excellent dance education in a clean, friendly, family oriented environment. The policies are to ensure that all dancers get the education they deserve. I agree to follow the following rules:
Studio:
1) No outdoor shoes allowed in the reception area, parents lobby, hallway, change rooms, studio washroom and studio space. Outside dirt can damage the floors and become a safety hazard. Please feel free to wear the slippers provided in the studio space and return upon leaving. For students, please ensure proper foot wear is worn to class.
2) No food, drinks or chewing gum are permitted in the dance studio area or change rooms (except for plastic/sports water bottles - no glass bottles) - J'Danse Studio is not a nut free facility but please try and bring school safe snacks and be courteous of other needs and potential allergies.
3) If fathers/male guardians are bringing their dancer to class please use the 2nd change labelled family changeroom is used going forward.
4) Valuables should not be brought to the studio, as we are not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
5) The viewing camera monitor in the parents lobby will generally be on from September to December. From January to the time of the recital the monitor will be off as this is the time we are learning choreography for the recital. Only staff is permitted to operate the tv.
6) ONLY Students and Instructors are allowed in the studio. Parents/friends are not allowed unless authorized. Please refrain from "peaking" inside the studio, opening the door, watching from hallway. These are all very distracting actions for the students and staff.
7) Children who are not dancing may not be left unsupervised at the studio, unless discussed in advance.
8) If a JDS hair bow or water bottle is lost/stolen J'Danse Studio is not responsible to replace it and a new one can be purchased.
Attendance and Admin:
8) Parents are required to notify the studio or inform the teacher when their child will be absent from class as a courtesy. This should be done via email only.
9) During extreme weather conditions, classes may be cancelled. A cancellation message will be be emailed to everyone. This message will also be posted on the website, facebook, Instagram and twitter. If you do NOT have regular access to internet or email please advise us so that we can ensure a call is placed.
10) If your child has an injury or special need, it is vital that you notify the teacher so that we can monitor the child during class.
11) Correspondence should be sent via email ONLY. For anything more urgent you can call or an appointment can be made to discuss it in person privately. Text messages will not be answered.
12) Any concerns should be addressed with either Janie or George. Unexpected conversations may be difficult to accommodate in the moment. We will be happy to give you our undivided attention at a scheduled date/time.
13) Please notify us of any change in contact info so that we can update our records in case of emergency.
Etiquette & Conduct:
14) PLEASE DO NOT SPEED in the parking lot. There are kids crossing at all times. We haven't had any accidents to date and we prefer to keep it that way. Safety is our main priority.
15) Please ensure that you are wearing the proper dance attire including proper hair in a bun and shoes/foot wear for every class. Our dress code has been made available online and on the studio bulletin board.
16) Students are expected to observe good personal hygiene habits. Ensure dance attire is clean, nailed are neatly groomed and that deodorant is used if required. Please be considerate when using perfume. Each students must adhere to the dress code policies of each class. It is the instructors discretion whether they allow or disallow a student from participating in class if they are not wearing proper dance attire.
17) All students should keep their bodies healthy!! Get proper rest, drink lots water and eat healthy foods for good health & injury prevention. If you are experiencing flu like symptoms including cough, fever please refrain from attending the studio. If you attend the studio with any of these symptoms you may be asked to leave.
18) Students shall not leave the studio and enter the reception area during class time unless dismissed by the instructor. Instructors need to know where their students are at all times.
19) Please hang up coats on the rack behind the door in the waiting area. Please do not put shoes or boots up on the couches to help in minimize wear and tear.
20) Please ensure that all doors are closed behind you.
21) Here at J'Danse Studio, we promote all dancers/parents/guardians to treat each other with respect, support and encouragement.
22) J'Danse Studio is a smoke free facility. Smoking cigarettes, marijuana or vape is strictly prohibited inside the building or around the perimeter of the building at J'Danse Studio. Violation of this is cause for dismissal without refund.
Thank you for you co-operation
