We take our roles as a mentors and teachers in your child’s life very seriously. It is our objective to inspire a passion for the art of dance in every child who passes through our doors. In the process, we strive to set the right example and help your child (and you) create memories that will last a lifetime.

EXPRESSIONS DANCE PHILOSOPHY:  Our primary objective is to build self-esteem while creating talented dancers.  Our program gives students the opportunity to express themselves and grow in a positive, challenging, and fun environment while participating in the art of dance.  Our goal is to encourage the development of important life skills- teamwork, dedication, responsibility, leadership, values, respect, and strong self-image.

We are committed to providing high-quality dance classes to enhance the overall development of your child. We provide a safe and child-centered environment to encourage our students to explore dance with qualified, nurturing teachers.

We believe that dance training encourages young people to develop a positive self-image as they increase awareness of their physical being. Along with improving coordination skills and developing muscular awareness, dance classes give children the freedom to express themselves through movement.

For the Parents

We believe that children’s success depends on the support of their parents or guardians. Because your commitment to the process makes an enormous difference, we encourage you to be a part of your child’s dance education.

Our programs rely on a positive atmosphere and educational experience for our faculty and students and their parents. Cooperation between all parents is expected. Showing respect—for other parents, the students, and the faculty—makes an important impression on the children. You are a role model for your child about how to interact with others in a professional setting

POLICIES AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Classroom Observation

During the last week of each month parents may observe classes.  This is the chance for you to see firsthand what the classroom experience is like for your child. Please do not bring infants or other children to the in-class observation week.

Never disrupt class. During the in-class observation week (or at any time if the door to the classroom is open), please refrain from shouting instructions or distracting your child in any way.
  

Newsletters

Monthly Newsletters and important updates are emailed to all addresses on file.  The same newsletters and updates are emailed to you and posted on the website and Facebook page. We work hard to make the dance experience organized and fun. Keeping you informed is one of our primary goals. Please read all newsletters and other school information.
  

Arrival and Departure

We encourage students to arrive 10 minutes before class starts.

For their safety, children should be picked up immediately after class.  We charge a $5 fee for every 5 min after class had ended when you are late picking up your child.  PLEASE BE PUNCTUAL.  We all have other commitments we are late for when you are late.

Makeup Classes

Preschool students who miss a class will have the opportunity to make it up with another similar class. Please check with the office to determine the best makeup class for your child. This class MUST be made up with in the one month of the class missed.

Parking Lot Safety

The school is home to children of all ages. Please enter and exit our parking lot with extreme caution. Never park your vehicle in any area that is not a designated parking space.  Please do not allow siblings to play in the parking lot.  If our parking spaces are all taken please park along 3200 South.  The Trader Building parking lot is off limits to studio parking. 

DRESS CODE REQUIREMENTS

Expressions Dance maintains a dress code to encourage concentration and a sense of inclusiveness (variations in attire can be distracting and contribute to feelings of inequality). Uniformity in dancewear allows the teachers to assess how well the students are implementing the technique being taught, problems with alignment, and other important aspects of dance training.

Jazz/Ballet Combo-
Black leotard, pink convertible tights, pink ballet shoes.
Black biker shorts or black fitted shorts to put on over leo and tights for jazz class.
Foot undeez are recommended but not required.
Hair should be pulled back from the face in either a ponytail or a bun.
Jazz-
Black biker shorts or black fitted shorts and a fitted dance top.
Footundeez.
Hair should be pulled back from the face in either a ponytial or a bun.
Ballet-
Black leotard, pink convertible tights, pink leather ballet shoes.
Hair must be pulled back in a bun and away from the face.
Tumbling-
Girls: Leo and cheer shorts, dance top and bikers, or a unitard.
Boys: Basketball shorts and a tshirt.
Barefoot
Hair must be pulled back from face and neck.
Hip Hop-
Street clothes only (no dance clothes)
Tennis shoes NON marking (no black soles)
Preschool Dance-
Any color leotard, pink tights, and pink leather ballet shoes.
Hair pulled back away from face.


Studio Store

Expressions Dance offers dancewear and shoes for purchase at any time during the school year. Here are a few of our most popular items.

   
TUITION, EXPENSES AND OTHER POLICIES

Monthly tuition does not include the annual registration fee, dancewear, shoes, costumes, recital tickets, or special events.

Registration Fee

An annual registration fee of $30 per person or $50 per family covers the cost of mailings, insurance, handbooks, rehearsals, and so on.  Registration fees are not refundable with the exception of preschool students who are determined to be unready for dance and may receive a credit for the following season.

Tuition

Full monthly tuition is due by 5th of each month. Tuition is paid through automatic withdrawal from your credit or debit card account on file. Tuition will be charged directly to your specified VISA, MasterCard or Discover.   We will accept cash, check, or money orders for tuition payment if received by the 1st of the month. 

A $10 late fee will automatically be added to the amount of those accounts with an inactive or declined card.  In the event payment under this agreement is not made at the time and in the manner required, the undersigned agrees to pay all cost of collection, including court cost, attorney fees, including charges and collection agency fee which would be 35% of the balance assigned, with or without suit.  

A $25 returned check fee will be added to all checks returned due to insufficient funds.

We offer a 5 percent discount on annual tuition that is paid in full by September 30.

Please note: tuition is based on the season regardless of how many weeks are in a given month.

ANNUAL PERFORMANCE INFORMATION

Performances are an exciting part of our program!  All our dancers will have opportunities to perform at Halloween, and our Spring Concert in June. This is your chance to show off all your hard work for the year! 

HALLOWEEN

Costumes fees will not exceed $30 and many will be rented to you for $10-$15. Some classes will be assigned to create or wear their own Halloween Costume. Costume fees are due October 5th and will be charged with tuition.

All performers will pay a $10 performance fee, due October 5th.

ANNUAL RECITAL

Concert offers our students a professionally directed performance that allows them to present to their families and friends the results of a year’s hard work, dedication, and progress.  A big part of dance training includes learning through performance.

Concert Bundle

For Spring Concert we have done the work to offer you the best deal we can get.  By providing larger guarantied quantities to our suppliers we are able to get better prices for everyone.  We have a created a package that takes care of everything for you!  Included in this bundle is your costume, 5 complementary tickets, performance DVD, class picture, concert finale t-shirt and shorts, tights, accessories, concert gift, snacks and drinks at dress rehearsal, plus class chaperones and dressing room security for your piece of mind.  We have NOT included shoes but we do offer you the convenient option to purchase them at the studio.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND ACTIVITIES

Bring-a-Friend Week

The last week in September and the last week in January is “Bring-a-Friend Week.” Students may bring a friend (similar in age) to the school to experience a fun class designed for them and their guests. Students’ friends attend class free of charge during this week.

Summer Program and Camps

Each summer Expressions Dance offers summer programs and camps for both current and new students. Summer activities are for children ages 3 to 18.  A complete brochure of all summer programs will be distributed in January. We suggest early registration as these programs do sell out, especially the camps.

Studio Rental

The studio is available for rental for meetings, rehearsals, and other activities. Tables, chairs, sound systems, and microphones are available. Whether you’re planning a one-time, weekly, or monthly event, give us a call to determine whether we can accommodate your group or activity.

   
Birthday Parties
We offer several birthday party options for both boys and girls. Parties are themed and can be dance related or not. Most birthday parties are scheduled for Friday or Saturday afternoons or on Sundays; however, limited space is available during the week.  Please contact the office for a complete brochure or visit our website for details.
       

WELCOME TO Expressions Dance! We look forward to an exciting, rewarding season with you!