2005-2006 CURRICULUM

Ages 4 thru 6: Pre-school & Combination Classes

Ages 7 thru Adult: Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Middle Eastern, Tap

TUITION
Tuition is based on number of hours of dance taken per week by student or family. Payment is due the first week of each month, August-May. There is a $20.00 late charge for all payments received after the 10th day of the month. Returned check fee is $30.

Hours per Week up to 1 hr 1½ hr 2 hr 2 ½ hr 3 hr 3 ½ hr 4 hr 4 ½ hr 5 hr 5 ½ hr 6 hr 6 ½ hr 7 hr 7 ½ hr 8 hr 8 ½ hr 9 hr 9 ½ hr 10 hr 11 hr 12 hr 13 hr 14 hr 15 hr 16 hr

Rate per Month $55.00 $75.00 $90.00 $100.00 $110.00 $120.00 $130.00 $140.00 $150.00 $160.00 $170.00 $180.00 $185.00 $190.00 $195.00 $200.00 $205.00 $210.00 $215.00 $220.00 $225.00 $235.00 $245.00 $255.00 $260.00

Registration Fee: $25 - $45 Per Student
Recital fee: $45 Per Family

Recital fees help cover expenses for the Spring performance.
Costume fee: Estimated at $55.00 per class, exact amount billed when costumes are ordered. Registration fees, recital fees and costume fees are non-refundable.

MONTHLY FEES REMAIN THE SAME DESPITE FEWER CLASSES (HOLIDAYS) OR MORE (5TH WEEK) PER MONTH.

The Dance Company is a not-for-profit corporation operated by and for its members. All who pay tuition or annual fees to The Dance Company are members.

The Dance Company's policy is to combine quality instruction in varied dance disciplines with an enjoyable and professional atmosphere. Individual, personal attention and analysis of student's abilities by experienced, expert teachers is important for proper dance training. Our dedicated staff encourage each dancer to achieve the highest possible level of competence.

PLACEMENT: Students are placed in class by levels and may be moved at the discretion of the Instructors.

DRESS CODE:
FEMALE - All Ballet classes - black leotard, pink tights, appropriate style pink ballet shoes, hair in a bun. Modern, Tap and Jazz - black leotard or unitard, pink, black or tan tights. Black bike shorts are permitted for older students. Black sweat pants are permitted only during warm-ups or at teachers' discretion. Black tap and jazz shoes, bare feet for Modern Dance classes. Hair must be confined, off the face and not be a distraction during class. Jewelry other than small earrings for is allowed in class and should be left at home. .
MALE - Black bike shorts or leggings and white t-shirt. Black jazz or ballet shoes, bare feet for Modern classes. Dress codes are strictly enforced

ATTENDANCE/BEHAVIOR: In order to attain growth within any dance discipline students must attend class on a regular basis. Students will not be included in performance choreography if repeatedly absent from class. Students must arrive promptly for class and be prepared to take class in proper attire with hair up and shoes on. Tardiness disrupts the entire class and can not be allowed. Habitual tardiness or any other disruptive behavior will result in parents being contacted regarding removing child from class. Students may not arrive at school more than 15 minutes before class and must be picked up promptly after their class is finished. A respectful and kind attitude is expected of all students

RECITAL AND COSTUME FEES:
Recital Fees help to offset the cost of the Spring Performance. There is generally two shows on our Performance Weekend. The fee of $45 per family entitles the family to two tickets for the performance of their choice. Pre-school students will perform one number. Combination classes will perform one number in each tap and ballet. All other students will be in one number per class.

Costume fees are based on an average of $50 per costume. Recital and costume fees are paid in three installments. Based on the estimated amount of costumes plus recital fees 1/3 third is due on each of the dates listed on the School Calendar with a final invoice issued when costumes are ordered in January. Costumes fees may be not be refunded after costumes are ordered. Any changes in classes that affect costume orders must be submitted to the office before January 1.

The Institute of Dance Arts, Inc. is a non-profit organization and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed or sexual preference