​​Policies & Procedures:

• Dance Connections (DC) encourages parent involvement and communication through email, the Remind app, Facebook, Instagram, our website, and occasional handouts. Parents are responsible for staying informed regarding their dancer’s schedule, events, and important dates.

• DC does not offer makeup classes due to inclement weather, illness, school events, or other absences.

• Please label all personal belongings. A Lost & Found bin is located by the front desk. Items will be donated at the end of each month. DC is not responsible for lost or stolen items, please keep valuables at home.

• Studio observation is permitted during the first full week of each month, when blinds will be open. Blinds will remain closed for the remainder of the month.

 

 

 

Enrollment Procedures:

• A valid credit or debit card is required on file for all accounts.

• A dancer’s spot in class is only secured once enrollment is completed through the parent portal and the full checkout process is finalized, including payment of the Registration Fee and Final Month’s Tuition. DC reserves the right to remove students from class rosters if payment is not received within 24 hours of enrollment. All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

• Class schedules are subject to change based on enrollment.

• Trial classes do not guarantee placement in a class.

• If your child will be absent due to illness, injury, or any other reason, please notify DC via email at dcdancemagnolia@gmail.com prior to class.

• To withdraw from fall/spring classes, a 30-day written notice via email is required. If the next billing cycle occurs within that 30-day window, tuition for that month will still be charged.

• Summer class withdrawals require a 24-hour email notice. Failure to provide notice will result in full charge for the class.

Performance Participation Cut-Off Dates:

• 2026 Spring Recital: enroll by January 30, 2026

• 2026 Winter Showcase: enroll by November 20, 2026

• 2027 Spring Recital: enroll by January 29, 2027

• Recital Costume fees are non-transferable. If a dancer transfers to a different class after November 1st, a new costume must be purchased to participate in the Spring Recital, if the costume is still available for ordering.

 

 

 

Payment Policies:

• Accepted payment methods include cash, check, and credit/debit card. All card transactions incur a 3% convenience fee.

• Monthly tuition is due on the 1st of each month, with a grace period through the 10th.

• Any unpaid balance after the 10th will be automatically charged to the card on file, along with a $15 late fee. Monthly statements are not issued.

• Tuition is a flat monthly rate and will not be prorated for shorter months or adjusted for longer months.

• Accounts with past-due balances will result in the dancer being unable to participate in performances, competitions, or any other DC engagements until the account is current.

• No refunds, credits, or makeup classes will be offered for missed classes.

• All payments are non-refundable. If an exception is granted, a $10 processing fee will apply.

• A $25 fee will be charged for returned checks or declined credit/debit cards.

 

 

 

Auto-Draft Policy (if applicable):

• A 30-day written cancellation notice via email is required to stop auto-draft. No refunds will be issued if notice is not given prior to the draft date.

• All auto-draft transactions incur a 3% processing fee.

• If a payment is declined, a $25 processing fee will be applied after the second failed attempt. The account holder is then responsible for submitting payment manually.

• It is the account holder’s responsibility to keep payment information up to date. Failure to update information prior to the draft date will still result in applicable processing fees.

 

 

 

Lobby Expectations:

• Please be respectful of staff, students, and other families. Noise levels should be kept to a minimum, as classes are in session.

• All siblings must be supervised at all times.

• Appropriate language is expected at all times. This is a child-friendly environment.

• No running, yelling, or misuse of studio property (bar stools, water fountains, restroom supplies, vending machine, or merchandise).

• No fast food is permitted in the lobby.

• No pets or animals are allowed inside the building.

• Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by a parent when using the restroom.

• DC reserves the right to ask individuals to leave the premises if policies are not followed.

 

Arrival & Departure Policy:

• Dancers should not be dropped off more than 10 minutes prior to class.

• Dancers must be picked up promptly at the end of class. If you are running late, please notify the front desk.

• DC is not responsible for providing childcare in the lobby area.

 

 

 

DC Company Members (If Applicable)

• Company dancers are held to a higher standard both inside and outside of the studio. Dancers are expected to demonstrate respect, kindness, and a positive attitude toward instructors and teammates at all times. Being a company member means being a team player by supporting, encouraging, and uplifting one another while contributing to a positive and professional environment.

• Company dancers are required to wear designated DC practice wear to all team rehearsals, along with appropriate footwear. Black bottoms are not permitted.
  - Required Shoes: Pink Ballet Shoes & Turner Shoes (Capezio Turning Pointe 55 Lyrical Shoe – Nude Leather).

• Company members are expected to attend all rehearsals, including those scheduled during competition and performance weeks. Failure to attend required rehearsals may result in the dancer being ineligible to perform.

• If your child will be absent or unable to participate in practice/rehearsals due to illness, injury, or any other reason, please notify DC via email at dcdancemagnolia@gmail.com prior to class.

• Hair must be secured neatly away from the face in a ponytail or bun for all classes.

• Company members may not miss more than 3 classes per semester. Dancers who exceed this limit may be required to schedule private lessons.

• Unsatisfactory behavior or failure to meet DC Company expectations may result in a required parent/instructor conference.

• Dancers must be dropped off and picked up on time for all classes, rehearsals, and events.

• Accounts with past-due balances will result in the dancer being unable to participate in rehearsals, performances, competitions, or any other DC activities until the account is brought current.