Farmington, NM 87401 505-402-9112
~Dance4Him Policies and Procedures~
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DANCE4HIM POLICIES & PROCEDURES: DANCE4HIM desires to put Christ first in everything we do, and we see this studio as a ministry. We believe that as Christians we should strive for excellence in every area. In an attempt for excellence, in fairness to all families, and to avoid problems we have had in the past, we ask that you read and abide by these Policies & Procedures. We serve a God of order, and we desire to operate Dance4Him with order. Thank you for your cooperation. 1. All students and their parent/guardian must read these policies, and sign a registration/release form BEFORE participation will be allowed. “Guest” participation permitted only with a signed release form. 2. Open Enrollment is from May through February 1 of each year. However, students enrolling after Sept. 30 will NOT be eligible for the December show, and those who enroll after January 15 will not be eligible for the May Show. 3. TUITION is due the 1st week of each month. Please put dancer’s name in the “memo” section of checks, and leave it in the office, or mail it to: 1009 N Monterey Farmington, NM 87401. Cash or checks, made out to Dance4Him, are accepted. We are not set up to receive Credit card payments. In the event of a returned check, you will be assessed the same fees D4H incurred from the bank. 4. August, December, & May are the only prorated months. August & December tuition should be paid at the beginning of the year. Tuition will NOT be prorated for any other month, for any reason, including sickness, vacations, weather, or scheduled studio closures. Students are welcome to take a “level appropriate“ make-up class for missed classes. 5. Registration fees, first month tuition, costumes fees, and recital fee money is NON REFUNDABLE. 6. Children under age 10 will not be released to the parking lot. Parents must come into the studio to retrieve their child. 7. DANCE4HIM is not responsible for children outside of class; before or after their scheduled class time. 8. Students should be picked up promptly after class. A $5 fee for every 10 minutes you are late may be assessed. Please notify us @ 402-9112 if you find yourself running late. 9. **RECITALS** Please make attendance & timeliness a priority throughout the year. Recitals are always optional, but if you desire to participate in the recitals, be aware that attendance is mandatory 4 weeks prior to the show. Dress rehearsals are also mandatory. Anyone missing these practices or rehearsals, without prior OK from Miss Kim, may be dismissed from the show. To ensure we can have a recital of excellence, anyone who misses 2 practices in the 8 weeks prior to the show, may be dismissed from the recital. 10. D4H offers 2 shows each year for the entire studio to participate in. The December show is the presentation of “The Dream,” which tells the passionate story of Christ’s life, and each class performs 1 dance. D4H owns most of the costumes for this show, and students will only need to provide basic things such as leotard, tights, pants, etc. The May show is also a production, that is a longer show, and each class performs 2 dances. An additional COSTUME fee is required for the May show and is due by December 1. The costume will be the dancer’s to keep. A $45/family Recital Fee is required for EACH show, which covers costs of theatre rental, programs, chaperones, music, props, etc.. By charging each family a flat fee, we do NOT sell tickets . Dancers are welcome to invite as many people as they desire to come and enjoy our FREE Show. **Dancers who have a remaining balance with us, as of December 1 & May 1 may be dismissed from participating in recitals, without refund of any monies paid for costumes, etc…** 10. Class placement is at the discretion of D4H staff. Participation in DWAM (Dance With a Mission), is on an audition or invitation basis only. Please address any questions or concerns, in private, to Miss Kim. We will not discuss another child’s placement with you, but would be happy to discuss your child’s placement. 11. Students and/or parents are responsible for receiving current D4H NEWS & NOTICES on our website, dance4him.com, or posted in the studio lobby. 12. All dancers should use the BATHROOM prior to class beginning. D4H staff will not prohibit any student from using the bathroom during class, however, it is a great distraction to the structure of class time. (Consider the fact that younger dancers have just 45 minutes for class, and we want to make the most of that time. Parents, please help us by encouraging your dancer to use the bathroom before entering class.) 13. Always bring a WATER Bottle to class. We do not have a water fountain, but we do sell bottled water for $1. Older dancers should bring water INTO class with them, and younger dancers should have water for before and after class. 14. ***DRESS CODE*** Please try to have a sense of modesty and be considerate when the opposite sex is in the studio. Please use a “cover up” before and after class. For the safety of students, instructors, and our dance floor, the dress code will be enforced. * NO zippers, buckles, or street shoes. * NO hanging jewelry (Stud earrings are permitted) * LEOTARDS and Dance SHOES must be worn at all times. HAIR should be neatly pulled up & off the face. Dancers should not be distracted with bangs falling in their face. Pin them back or use a tight headband. Buns are preferred, but ponytails are acceptable. Long Pony tails must be secure so that the head can turn without the ponytail hitting the dancer in the face. *BALLET: Leotard of choice, tights, or bare legs, shorts or skirt, and very tight tank or camisole top over are acceptable. T-shirts, or any pants that cover up the knees are NOT acceptable. Knees MUST be seen, as well as upper body and hips. *JAZZ: Leotard of choice, capris, or jazz pants, Split Sole Black Jazz shoe. *TAP & HIP HOP: Leotard under choice of comfortable clothes for ladies. Under Armour or tight fitting shirt under clothing for boys. Hip Hop: A Clean pair of black and/or white tennis shoes that are ONLY worn in the studio, and are not even worn to and from class. *GENTLEMEN: For Ballet, Shorts must be worn, so we can see the knees, Under Armour, and black ballet shoes, or black jazz shoes are appropriate. 15. Students are responsible for purchasing all dance shoes, dress code items, and must pay for all recital costumes & fees. Need help finding these items? May we suggest: *The Dancer’s Boutique….right here at DANCE4HIM…If we do not have your size, or the color you want, we can order and receive it in 1 week. 16. Parents are not permitted to sit in studio beyond the first class taken. Thereafter, parents will be invited to come in and observe from time to time. Family members visiting from out of town are always welcome to observe in the studio. 17. Students are expected to work hard, and respect instructors and fellow students. Critical speech, rolling of the eyes, and other disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. In the unlikely event that a student becomes a disciplinary problem, they will be asked to sit out the class. 18. NO running, yelling, roughhousing, or chewing gum in the studio or waiting room. 19. Please do NOT bring pets into the studio, out of consideration for those who suffer from allergies. 20. DANCE4HIM reserves the right to dismiss and student or parent from the studio. Any student who chooses to leave D4H, or dismissed from D4H will NOT be refunded any tuition, deposits, or other monies paid. 21. BUSINESS HOURS for the OFFICE: Monday/Wednesday 1:00 - 6:30 Tuesday/Thursday 3:00 - 6:00 22. Dance for HIM with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength!! Thank you for being a part of DANCE4HIM, we are glad you are here! 402-9112 / 327-9882 |
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Phone # 505-327-9882 or 505-402-9112 |
