Tuition:

EBDC is a “paper-less” studio; all tuition will run online on the 1st of every month on the provided credit card. Tuition must be paid in full by the 1st of every month. If your credit card is declined a $5 fee will be assessed. If tuition is not paid in full by the 2nd a $25 late fee will be added and dancer may not be allowed to attend class(es) - no exceptions. Yearly tuition is broken into 10 equal monthly payments, it is not a monthly fee.

Holidays and breaks have been figured in to your monthly payments do not constitute for make-up classes. If you want to drop a class, you must complete an add/drop form located in the office 14 days prior to the end of the month in order to not be charged tuition for the following month.

EBDC does not provide refunds of any kind, for any reason. This policy applies to any studio fee; registration, recitials, costumes, tuition and more. No exceptions.

Classes Per Week:	Monthly Tuition* (Single Student):
1	$54.00
2	$96.00
3	$135.00
4	$165.00
5	$175.00
6	$200.00
7	$225.00
Unlimited	$245.00

Other Rates

Drop-In Trial Class: $15.00

Family Rates: 10% discount off entire family bill

Private Dance Lessons: 45 Minutes, $45.00

Studio Rental: Hourly, $100.00

Dance Party : $79.00

Dance Party Drop-In : $20.00

Student Attendance:

In order for students to progress in class, regular attendance is extremely important. If a student is going to be absent please call EBDC and let us know, or email us at eastbaydanceco@gmail.com. Each class is designed to give students a balanced workout. In order to be warmed up and prevent injury, please arrive on time. Tardy students will be asked to warm themselves up before participating in class. If a student is more than 15 minutes late to class, they may be asked to sit out for the entire class.

Make-Up Classes:

If a student is absent from class, they are encouraged to take a make-up class. They have the option to choose from any of our classes whether it is the same discipline or not. If a student is absent more then once in the same month, they can only make up one class per calendar month. After winter vacation, dancers will not be allowed any make-up classes as we will be preparing for our annul recital. Please call the office in advance of any absence and advise the studio which class will be substituted so that proper arrangements can be made. Please schedule your make-up class 24 hours in advance by email (eastbaydanceco@gmail.com) or phone (925-867-3232).

Teacher Absence:

If your child's teacher is absent from class, a substitute teacher will teach that class. Class is never canceled.

Right To Cancel:

EBDC reserves the right to cancel any class due to lack of enrollment. Alternate classes will be offered to those who signed up for that class. EBDC also has the right to refuse service to anyone.

Recitals & Rehearsals:

Our annual recital will be June 10th, 2012; a dress rehearsal will be the morning of followed by two mini recitals later in the day (not identical shows). If your dancer would like to participate in the show, please look for recital contracts that will be sent home in early December. Once costumes are ordered, there will be no refunds and costume balances must be paid.

Photography:

Photography or video taping students or classes in progress is strictly prohibited and will not be allowed.

Dress Code:

To ensure correct technique, students must wear proper dance attire, allowing the instructor to watch for body placement and alignment in order to make corrections as needed.

Pre-Dance:
Any color leotard, "footed" tights, hair tied up (tutus are ok to wear). Dancers will need both ballet and tap shoes for Pre-Dance classes.

Girls Dress Code (Ballet, Hip Hop, Tap & Jazz):
• Ballet- leotard (black), pink ballet tights, pink ballet slippers, hair in a bun off of the neck.
• Hip Hop & Jazz-Clothing dancers can move in; leggings, Jazz pants, t-shirt, tank top etc. Sweat pants and jeans are not appropriate.
dance attire; black Jazz shoes/black tap shoes only.
• Hair should be worn off the face and out of the way into a secure ponytail or bun.

Boys Dress Code (Ballet Hip Hop, Tap & Jazz):
• Ballet- White T-shirt and white socks, black ballet tights or pants and black ballet shoes.
• Hip Hop & Jazz Clothing: Dancers can move in; exercise pants, t-shirt, tank top etc. Sweat pants and jeans are not appropriate dance attire; black jazz shoes, black tap shoes only.

Cell Phones:

All cell phones should be turned off. Cell phone use is not allowed during class time.

Choreography:

Any dance choreographed by any instructor at EBDC is the sole property of EBDC and cannot be used anywhere other than performances and events coordinated by EBDC, unless permission is given by EBDC in writing.

Waiting Area:

Please keep the noise level to a minimum while classes are in progress. If an accident or spill occurs please notify a staff member so that it can be cleaned right away. Observers: Parents are invited to watch their dancers on the monitor in the lobby at any time. Doors to studios must be closed while class is in session.

Before & After Class:

Please arrive no more than 10 minutes before class; students should be picked up no later than 15 minutes after their class or rehearsal ends. Instructors are busy teaching other classes and are not responsible for those students who are not in class. Children should not be left unsupervised. Once a student enters the school for class, he or she is not allowed to leave the premises, for any reason, until an authorized person picks them up. The school will not be responsible for any student who leaves the premises without permission. Unsportsmanlike conduct and/or inappropriate behavior will be grounds for dismissal, without refunds, at the discretion of the instructor(s). Dancers may bring from home, non-messy snacks (no peanuts or peanut butter, please). Food in EBDC’s kitchen is not for dancers! If your dancer is not picked up within 15 minutes of your instructor’s last class of the day, a $25 fee will be assessed.

On Communication:

It is extremely important to have open communication with parents and guardians. If you have any questions or concerns please get in touch with us! The best way to communicate with EBDC is through email at eastbaydanceco@gmail.com. If a parent or student needs to discuss something with an instructor, please email the studio first and if the issue cannot be resolved, schedule a phone or in-person appointment. Discussions during class or in between classes are disruptive and delay the next scheduled class. Our goal is for all dancers to enjoy their dancing experience at EBDC!

Important Note:

East Bay Dance Company does not provide refunds of any kind; Teacher’s subject to change without notice. Minimum enrollment must be met in order for classes to run. EBDC reserves the right to refuse service

Our goal is for all dancers to enjoy their dancing experience at EBDC.