Information and Policies

We at DanzAlma Academy promise to provide high-quality dance instruction and equal opportunities to all students. Students will be taught by qualified dance instructors. Our instructors will instruct according to safe dance practice. Our choreography and music selections will always be age-appropriate. The well-being of our students is always our first priority.

 Dress Code

Dancewear is required for all classes and outfits are required to be purchased from the Academy’s dancewear store.

Students must wear comfortable form-fitting dance attire to display proper body alignment and allow for easy movement. No baggy t-shirts, baggy shorts, no jewelry or other inappropriate attire will be allowed. Hair should always be securely pulled away from the face. 

Ballet Classes:  Academy’s Ballet leotard and ballet skirt, pink or white tights, ballet shoes, yoga mat, and wraps, for Pre-Ballet and the students at the Beginner, Sub-Junior, and Junior Programs. Tutus are allowed for Intermediate and Advanced level students, as long as teachers are able to see the knees and the ankles. NO DANCE PANTS PLEASE!

Contemporary Dance Classes:  Leotard, tank top, black tights, yoga pants (with the Academy’s logo and dance program color code), barefoot, and yoga mat.

Acro-Dance and Jazz Classes: Any type of form-fitting appropriate dancewear such as jazz pants, leotards, sports bra, or form-fitting T-shirt and tan jazz shoes or tan turners (half-soles). Dance attire color is determined by the program and level acquired by the student.

Hip Hop Classes:  Hip Hop dance clothes (no jeans) and tennis shoes to use in the studio only. No street shoes are allowed.

Salsa Classes: Latin dance practice clothing and Latin dance shoes.

Attendance

Student’s progress depends on class attendance and practice at home. Good attendance is imperative, as absences and tardiness can prevent a student and fellow classmate from moving forward. Students should be prompt and prepared for class. Classes missed due to injury, illness or vacation must be made up within four weeks following the absence if the Academy has been contacted beforehand. There will be no refunds for missed classes.

DanzAlma Academy will not necessarily close for snow days, regardless of if school areas are closed. If in doubt when in times of severe weather conditions, contact DanzAlma Academy for confirmation of classes.

Studio Rules

Students are required to:

• Remove jewelry before class (stud earrings are permitted).

• Wear appropriate uniform and footwear for the dance style and be prepared for the class before it starts. No street shoes are allowed on the dance floor and dance shoes are not to be worn outside. Make sure you have other shoes to come and go with.

• Secure hair off the face or in a bun for Ballet and Modern Dance classes.

• Bring a water bottle to class, water is allowed. No food or other drinks are allowed on the dance floor.

• Refrain from talking while the teacher is teaching.

• Refrain from chewing gum during class.

• Cell phones and electronic devices are not allowed.

• Refrain from touching the mirrors and sitting down on the barres.

• Refrain from running and horseplay in the studios! Although our spacious studios are ideal for children to play in, we want to stay accident-free!

• Students must stay in the studio until the parent/guardian comes to pick them up.

• No student should be in the studio unless enrolled in that particular class.

• Always treat your instructor(s) and fellow classmates with respect. Come with a positive attitude and willingness to learn!!!

  Parents/Guardian Responsibilities:

• For the safety of your child and courtesy to teachers and other classes, please be sure to pick up your child promptly. Arrive at least five minutes before your child’s class ends.

• Please be courteous to the other students and have your child to class on time. 

• In order to keep student’s attention in class, parents must wait either in the waiting room or outside the studio. Once every two months, there will be an observation class to see the student’s progress.

• Please make sure the student has gone to the bathroom right before class. Children who are not potty-trained must have a caregiver remain in the waiting room.

• Please keep the waiting room quiet during classes.

• No food or drinks are allowed in the waiting room or the dance studio. Water is okay.

• If a student has an injury (recent or a history of injury) that affects their ability to dance, parents must provide DanzAlma Academy a doctor’s note outlining any restrictions or modifications required.

Payment options and conditions

Beginners Programs:

Class fees are due at the first class of each term and are considered late by the 7th day after class have started. A 10% late fee will be applied for tuition received after the 7th day of each term. Tuition is per term, not per class. Methods of payment accepted include by cash, cheque, e-Transfer, Visa or Master Card (extra fees are applied) and Debit Card.

Any returned cheque is subject to a $25.00 fee. After two returned cheques you will be required to pay any outstanding amount in cash.

The fee for one one-hour class is $20.00 plus tax. Fees are reduced for any additional class per week or for more than one child per family (conditions apply). DanzAlma Academy reserves the right to offer any discounts and family package discounts.

Kids, Teens, and Adult Competitive Program:

Class fees are divided into three equal installments and an additional costume payment when necessary. The first installment is due at the time of registration by means of cash, cheque or e-Transfer, Visa or Master Card, and Debit Card. Registration will not be considered complete and class space is not reserved until this fee has been paid.

Any returned cheque is subject to a $25.00 fee. After two returned cheques, you will be required to pay any outstanding amount in cash.

Private Lessons:

Class fees are due the moment of registration by means of cash, cheque or e-Transfer, Visa/Master Card and Debit Card, and an additional costume payment when necessary. Registration will not be considered complete until the fee has been paid.

Any returned cheque is subject to a $25.00 fee. After two returned cheques you will be required to pay any outstanding amount in cash.