TUITION:
• Tuition is due the first of every month.
• Tuition is non-refundable for dancers and not prorated for missed classes or if a dancer withdraws after the 1st of the month.
• If you need to withdraw, notice must be given before the 1st of the upcoming month to avoid being charged.
• Late payments: A $10 late fee will be applied to any payment made after the 10th of the month.
• Returned checks: Will incur a $25 fee.

PAYMENT OPTIONS:
• Online via the Parent Portal (auto-pay available; note monthly charge + transaction fees)
• In person with cash or check

PRACTICE ATTIRE POLICY:
• Dancers should wear comfortable, modest clothing or appropriate dance apparel.
• Clogging shoes are required for clogging classes. If unavailable, tennis shoes may be worn temporarily.
• Hair must be pulled back away from the face for all classes.        

1. GENERAL ATTENDANCE EXPECTATIONS:
• Dancers are expected to attend class each week.
• If your dancer will be absent, please notify the studio in advance whenever possible.

2. MAKE-UP & CATCH-UP: 
When a dancer misses class they are responsible for staying up to date by
• Attending a make-up class (if available).
• Watching the class videos provided and practicing at home before the next class.
• Reaching out to their teacher if they need clarification on choreography or corrections.
Consistent catch-up ensures dancers don’t fall behind and keeps routines performance-ready.

3. PERFORMANCE CLASSES (Recitals, Community Performances, Parades)
• Dancers may miss no more than 3 classes per semester (Fall/Spring) and still participate in performances (unless pre- approved by the instructor/director.
• Attendance is mandatory for the 2 classes before a performance and for all scheduled dress/tech rehearsal (unless pre-approved by instructor/director).
• Excessive absences may result in adjusted choreography, re-positioning, or removal from a dance if needed to maintain group integrity.

4. COMPETITION TEAMS
• Dancers must attend all scheduled classes and rehearsals (unless pre-approved by instructor/director).
• All dress rehearsals, run-throughs, and competition weekend run-throughs are mandatory with no exceptions.
• More than 2 absences per semester (Fall/Spring) in a competition class may result in re-blocking, being moved to an alternate position, or removal from a routine.

5. COMMUNICATION
• Notify the studio of absences via email or phone.
• Open communication helps us adjust choreography and ensure your dancer’s success.
• In case of inclement weather, we may cancel classes:
° Cancellations will be posted via email and our closed Facebook Group.
° If more than one class is canceled in a month due to weather, a make-up class will be offered.

6. ILLNESS
• Please keep your dancer home if they are sick with a fever, stomach virus, flu, COVID, or any contagious illness.
• Dancers should be fever-free for 24 hours without medication before returning to class.
• If your dancer is recovering but well enough to observe, they may sit and take notes in class.
• Watching class videos at home is expected during recovery.

7. EXCUSED ABSENCES (School Events, Funerals, Family Emergencies)
• We understand that life events come up that cannot be avoided.
• A minimum of 2 weeks’ written notice (email preferred) is required for school-related mandatory events such as concerts, sports, or trips.
• Funerals and family emergencies are excused with as much notice as possible.
• These absences will not count toward the semester absence limit if communication is made in advance.

OUR GOAL IS TO SUPPORT EACH DANCER’S GROWTH WHILE KEEPING ROUTINES STRONG AND PERFORMANCE-READY. THANK YOU FOR PARTNERING WITH US TO MAKE EVERY PERFORMANCE A SUCCESS!

I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND AGREE TO THE APPALACHIAN RHYTHM POLICIES.
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