REGISTRATION
Our classes fill up quickly, we suggest registering as early as possible. Registration is done online www.danceexplosion.co or you may visit the studio and register in person. (Studio hours are listed on website)
To complete your registration you must complete the following
- Fill out registration form
- Pay your $35.00 registration fee
CLASS PLACEMENT
We will contact you if you choose a class that is not the right level for your child. We reserve the right to make placement changes/decisions.
IN CLASSROOM
- ATTIRE - Proper shoes and attire must be worn to participate in class. By the end of the first month all students must have the proper dance wear and shoes. ALL shoes must be purchased through DANCE EXPLOSION. You may come during our office hours to try on and purchase your dancers required shoe. BALLET REQUIRES PINK LEATHER REVOLUTION BRAND STRETCH SPLIT SOLE BALLET SHOES. TAP REQUIRES TAN (low heel) TAP SHOES. JAZZ/HIP HOP REQUIRE TAN JAZZ SHOES. We do not allow black dance shoes in class.
Dance wear and shoes are available for purchase at the Lincoln Park Plaza studio location.
Dancers are required to enter the studio in uniform. Please make sure your dancer is ready!
** All combination classes:
- Any color/style leotard or fitted top
- Tights or any color/style fitted pants or shorts
- Hair pulled back off of face
- No jeans
** Ballet Classes
- Black Leotard
- Pink Tights
- Hair in bun
- FOOD AND DRINK- Dancers can enjoy snacks, other beverages and meals in the lobby area. At no time should food be eaten in the dance studios.
- BEHAVIOR - It is expected of all students to treat the instructor and fellow dancers with respect. It is our goal to be encouraging and positive. Aggressive or mean spirited behavior will not be tolerated at any time. If a student exhibits these types of behaviors they will be given a verbal warning. If it happens again the student will be asked to sit down and will not be allowed to participate for the remainder of class. A student incident report will be sent home to parent(s).
OBSERVATIONS/STUDIO PERFORMANCES
- Visitors
All classes are closed to observation on a regular basis. It is our belief that students are more comfortable without the distraction of observers, thus creating an atmosphere most conductive for learning. Occasionally, your dancers instructor may invite you in the last ten minutes of class. You will be notified the week prior.
- Video Monitoring
Video monitoring is available at the Lincoln Park Shopping Center location only. You are able to observe your child's class on a television monitor in the lobby! Cameras rotate between the three dance rooms and cannot be placed on one room only.
- Holiday Show
I am very excited to tell you we will be holding an informal holiday show the week before winter break. This performance will be held for free, in-studio and during your dancers scheduled class time. Invite your family and friends! This will be fun performance for you to see all they have learned.
COMMUNICATION
In effort to go paperless, all important announcements and class information will be communicated through your parent portal and social media. Our staff is available during office hours to answer any questions you may have. If you need to speak with your child's' teacher please email info@danceexplosion.co to set up an appointment.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons are available at the Lincoln Park Studio only for an additional fee. If you would like more information please email us at info@danceexplosion.co.
ATTENDANCE
- ZOOM - All classes will be available via Zoom throughout the 2020-2021 dance season. If your dancer is unable to make our in-studio classes Zoom links are available. If government requires closures; dance classes will continue via Zoom.
- COVID-19 - The studio may be forced to temporarily close due to government restrictions. In the event of such closures, we will do our best to reopen as quickly as possible.
- TARDINESS - Dancers are expected to arrive on time. If your dancer is consistently more than 10 minutes late, they will not be permitted to take class that day. By missing the first 10 minutes your dancer is unable to warm up properly, thus is more prone to injury.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
We require a 30-day notice if you need to withdraw from Dance Explosion. It is the parents responsibility to officially withdraw the student from class. Until a student is officially withdrawn, Dance Explosion will consider them to be an active student in our dance program. The parent will continue to be financially responsible for tuition and other charges up until we receive your withdrawal form on your parent portal.
2020 STUDIO BREAKS
Labor Day September 7, 2020
Thanksgiving November 23-29, 2020
Winter Break December 21-January 3, 2021
RECITAL
Dance Explosion does not require that dancers participate in recital, however we highly encourage participation. Recital is the culmination of your dancers year. Recital is tentatively scheduled for June. Dates and times TBA. There will be an additional recital fee that includes: costumes, show tickets etc.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Please make sure all children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times unless they are in class. Please be prompt when picking up your dancer. You understand dance can be a strenuous activity and accept responsibility for any injures, on or off Dance Explosion property your child may incur while participating in any activity at Dance Explosion. Dance explosion and its employees are not liable from personal injury, any virus/illness, or loss of or damage to personal property. All students must be covered by a valid medical insurance policy.
TUITON
MONTHY TUITION FEES (fees are per student)
$35.00 Registration fee
$55.00 Monthly Fee: .45 Class hour per week
$65.00 Monthly Fee: 1.0 Class hour per week
$80.00 Monthly Fee: 1.5 Class hour per week
$95.00 Monthly Fee: 2.0 Class hour per week
$110.00 Monthly Fee: 2.5 Class hour per week
$122.00 Monthly Fee: 3.0 Class hour per week
$135.00 Monthly Fee: 3.5 Class hour per week
$145.00 Monthly Fee: 4.0 Class hour per week
Family discount: There is a $5.00 discount on monthly fees for each additional sibling.
David Park: There is a $5.00 surcharge for non-residents taking classes held at Recreation Centers in Hollywood.
PAYMENTS
All tuition fees are payable to Dance Explosion in advance or due on the first calendar day of each month.
- Payment Programs are available. As a new feature, we are very excited to offer online payments directly through your Parent Portal. Another option is scheduling your monthly tuition payments and fees automatically charged to your credit card, or monthly deduction from your bank account. If you are interested in the auto-pay option please refer to your Parent Portal.
- Account in Good Standing Policy All dancers' accounts must be kept in good standing throughout the season. Should a dancer's account balance be overdue for more than 30 days a dancer is no longer allowed to take class until the account is brought back to good standing.
- Late Fees It is the parent's responsibility to pay tuition on time. There will be a $20.00 late fee for payments made after the 10th of each month.
- Refunds Tuition and registration fees are nonrefundable. Financial credit will not be given for any missed classes, however you are eligible to take your child to a make-up class for any missed lessons.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY
I/We, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of the above named student, authorize Dance Explosion to accept the above named child for participation in DANCE CLASSES with Dance Explosion. I/We hereby certify that the above named child is covered by a valid medical insurance policy. I/We hereby release Dance Explosion, its directors, class instructors, and staff; the city of Hollywood and their officers/agents from any and all liability. By my E-signature below, I verify and understand and will comply with the registration and payment information and certify that the above information is correct.
