Policies
Registration
Students may register through September. Dancers are registered for the entire year and the year will run from September through May. There will be a $20, non-refundable, registration fee. You may register online or print your registration out and mail it to me. You may also register by calling Shawna at 208-305-6088.
Payment/Tuition
Please see the tuition link for specific prices. Monthly tuition is based on the length of time of the class session and on the average of 3.6 classes per month. Tuition is due the 1st week of every month. Payments can be brought to class by the student or parent. There is a locked payment box in the waiting room. Please write the dancer’s name on the outside of the envelope before placing it in the box. There will be a $20 service fee on all returned checks.Itemized bills for tuition and any additional charges will be available at the studio the 3rd week of every month. *There will be a $5/month discount on "2nd child" tuition.*Parents of currently registered students receive a 50% discount off tuition for all adult classes.
Recitals
There will be a recital in the spring with other opportunities during the year for dancers to perform. A Footnotes Christmas party and Art Under the Elms are some examples. A recital fee may be charged to offset facility charges.
Dress Rehearsal
Our commitment is to producing an extraordinary performance and experience for all of the dancers and audience, which is why after all the long hours of work on the part of the students and their class, a dress rehearsal is important to the success of the dancer on stage. The dress rehearsal is required for all dancers participating in the recital. Rehearsal and recital times are set early for your planning convenience. Please contact Shawna immediately if you have a conflict.
Costumes
We try to place our students in wholesome attire-and consider Footnotes to have high standards in choosing costumes. Shawna and the class instructor will select a costume that is appropriate for the age and song for each dance. Parents will be able to view the costume selections in a costume book in the waiting room. Please let the instructor know immediately if you do not approve of the costume selection. One costume will be purchased for each dance style.It takes several months to receive costumes, therefore costumes orders will be placed in January. Costumes will be charged to your bill in November. Final costume fees are due the 1st week of class in January.Costumes will be purchased by the dancers, but we will try to keep costs to a minimum. All costumes must be paid for before a costume order can be placed.
Dress Code
Please send your child to class in appropriate clothing for dance class, NO JEANS! Dancers need to be in clothing they can move comfortably in. See the class descriptions for specific dress codes. Dancers will arrive to class dressed appropriately and ready to begin. (There is a large bathroom if a student needs to change before or after class.) The dress code is important because it enables the instructor to evaluate the dancer's technique and also shows that the student is ready and serious about learning dance. Footnotes sells shoes, tights, leotards, and everything else you need for dance classes. You may purchase the appropriate dance-wear at the studio, or on your own.
Observation
Footnotes has a closed class policy. This gives us your child’s undivided attention. Footnotes dance studio provides live feed television viewing in each studio so parents are always able to view their child. Parents will be able to observe in the studio the first full week of each month beginning in October. Observation dates will be posted in the waiting room.
Attendance
Being on time each week is important to your child. Class is designed to begin with a warm-up, this promotes a strong body and lessens the chance of injury. Arriving late also distracts the mind from the discipline being learned. If you cannot attend class or know you will be late please call or email the instructor. Please have your child use the bathroom before class. Leaving not only disrupts the class but your child may miss out on valuable warm-ups or combinations. Please discuss this with your child.*No refunds or financial adjustments will be made for missed classes.
Picking up your Student
Students will be required to wait inside the building after class, for their safety. Please try to pick up your child no more than 5 minutes after class ends.
Behavior and Etiquette
Students and parents will be respectful of other students, teachers, parents and property. Any student or parent who is repeatedly disrespectful may be asked to leave and the dancer may lose the privilege of dancing at Footnotes Dance & Fitness.
Food and Beverages
Gum, water, food or drinks of any kind are not permitted inside the studio. The finish on the dance floor will be ruined with moisture. Snacks/drinks are allowed in the studio lobby but please keep the studio clean. If a dancer is hungry they should eat before or after dance class. If it can be avoided please refrain from sending food or drinks with your child to class.
Practice
Students are encouraged to practice outside class. Dance moves, steps and exercises repeated at home will dramatically improve a dancer’s ability. A student who is successful will gain self confidence and enjoy their dancing experience more.
Music
The music selected for classes and recital dances will be age appropriate. Dancers will receive one CD with their recital music. There will be a $1 charge for any additional CDs.