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DANA’S STUDIO OF DANCE
COMPANY INFORMATION 2013/2014
Congratulations!!! You have been invited back into our Dance Company. This letter outlines detailed
information about how Dance Company works. Don’t hesitate to call or e-mail the office with any
questions. The Dance Company Handbook will be e-mailed in August – please be watching for it.
Dana, Emily and the Dance Company teachers are constantly striving to improve the quality of the Dance
Company. This year is no exception. The staff has discussed at length the current configuration of the Dance
Company to determine what worked this year and what needs to be changed. The opinions of DSOD parents
are also a crucial element in this decision making process. Understand that there has been careful consideration
taken of all parent suggestions. Dana and the staff have made several important changes to the Dance Company
for the 2013/2014 dance year. This packet will explain in detail critical information you will need to know for
the upcoming year. Also included in the website is information regarding solo, duet and/or trio requests. If you
do not see any solos, duets or trios listed in your menu on the DC website then you were not selected to do a
solo, duet or trio. If you would like to request one then please fill out the form posted under this section and hit
submit and we will do our best to try to accommodate you. Please read the packet carefully and contact the
office if you have any questions.
General Information
Company Registration Deadline
All Company members must register (online or at the studio) for their technique classes for summer & fall
(you will be automatically put in your dances) by June 28th. If you do not register for technique classes by June
28th, the office will assume you are not participating in company and you will be dropped from the company
roster. In consideration of the office and teachers PLEASE let us know if you are not returning by June 28th as
well. Very important-ALL fees in this letter are based on the bank draft option. If you are choosing the
credit/debit card payment option then the fees will be 5% higher.
Why All Disciplines of Dance Technique?
Some parents have inquired as to why DSOD requires all disciplines of dance technique. In professional
auditions, excellent dancers are turned away because they are not well rounded and are not trained in every
discipline. DSOD feels that whether or not your child aspires to be a professional, it is critical to the
development of strong dancers that all students are required to take technique classes in all disciplines.
Company Levels
The Dance Company has 9 levels (Lil’ Miss, Lil’ Sprout, Petite, Mini, Teen, Junior, Senior and Elite) and three
boys’ levels (Mini, Junior and Senior) for Company technique classes.
Dana, Emily and the Company teachers have carefully placed each student in the level that is appropriate for
their ability. Trust us in our leveling decisions. Dana, Emily and the Company teachers evaluate each child and
do what is best for them – these decisions are based on over 20 years of expertise in the dance industry. It is
possible that a student has been placed in different technique levels for each discipline in order to insure that the
student receives the proper training in all areas of technique.
You will locate your dancer’s assigned technique levels on the menu item “Technique Level & Budget
Template” on the Dance Company Invite Website. Please review carefully the assigned technique levels
and understand that these levels were determined with the best interest of each individual student in
mind.
Class Size
There always seems to be a lot of discussion regarding class sizes of the Company. The teachers have all
agreed that it is necessary to have a certain number of students per class in order to maintain a high level of
energy and healthy competitiveness, which in turn will improve the technical ability of each student. DSOD
staff will ensure that the size of each class is manageable. If a teacher feels it is necessary, an assistant will be
assigned to help in larger classes.
Class Structure
The Dance Company teachers all believe that having technique classes separate from choreography classes has
resulted in a major improvement in the quality of technique for the dancers in Company. Parent feedback
agrees with this assessment. Competition results also reinforce the benefits of this type of structure. DSOD had
another phenomenal competitive season. The Company received many top awards, and on several occasions
took home the highest score awards of the entire competition. Several students received scholarships and
opportunities to audition for agents in L.A. DSOD had many solo dancers place in the top 5 in more than one
competition with their performances. Bravo, dancers for a job well done!!
All Dances Mandatory
In an effort to help the Company dancers feel like more of a team, DSOD requires each dancer to participate in
all the dances that they are invited into. Company teachers feel that this is an important step in making the
Company a more supportive and inclusive environment for all of the dancers in the Company. Dana, Emily
and the Company teachers took careful consideration of the number and style of dances that the dancer
did in 2012/2013, as well as Company Wish Lists. The dancer was evaluated in class, at competition and at
the Company audition (if applicable) and was placed in dances according to their best interest as a dancer and
the group as a whole.
Attendance at all rehearsals and technique classes is even more critical now than in the past. Each dancer has a
responsibility to every other dancer in their technique level to attend all rehearsals and technique classes. This
is a team. It is not fair to the team members to have certain dancers missing technique classes and rehearsals on
a regular basis – missing class will bring the level of the entire dance down. Be committed and considerate of
the dancers on the team!
Time Requirements
Being a member in the Dance Company at DSOD can be compared to being in the drill team, select baseball,
select soccer, etc. There is a commitment that must be made by both the parents and the student before
committing to the Dance Company – and that is a TIME commitment. It is critical that the student and the
parent take seriously the need to attend technique classes and rehearsals. There are many benefits to being part
of a select group like the Dance Company. The benefits of poise, confidence, coordination, memorization
skills, professional dance instruction, and exposure to nationally known dance instructors, teamwork and lots of
fun are all gained in dance classes.
Dance Invitations
Your choreography dance invitations are located on the Dance Company Invite Website under the menu
item “Dances”. Please remember Dana, Emily and the Company teachers took careful consideration of the
number and style of dances that the dancer did in 2012/2013, as well as Company Wish List. The dancer was
evaluated in class, at competition and at the Company audition (if applicable) and was placed in dances
according to their best interest as a dancer.
Mandatory Summer Technique Classes
DSOD will be requiring Company members to take technique classes this summer. Emily, Dana and the
Company teachers strongly feel the company needs to keep up their technique during the summer months. We
are offering 10 days of technique classes at DSOD throughout the summer; however, only 5 days will be
required. If a dancer is in town, they are welcome to take more than the required 5 days. The dancer will
purchase a class card according to how many summer technique days they can take.
The daily class cards cost for Lil’ Miss, Mini Boys, Jr Boys & Sr Boys:
$10 for 1 class (day)
$90 for 10 classes
The daily class cards cost for Lil’ Sprout, Petite, Mini, Teen, Jr, Sr & Elite:
$30 for 3 classes (3 classes per day)
$270 for 10 days (30 classes)
*These daily class cards must be paid for at time of registration*
The summer technique class schedule is as follows:
Dates
Levels
Class/Time
Teacher
6/18, 6/20, 6/25, 6/27, 7/2, 7/3,
7/9, 7/11, 7/30, 8/1
6/18, 6/20, 6/25, 6/27, 7/2, 7/3,
7/9, 7/11, 7/30, 8/1
Lil’ Miss
Ballet & Jazz 4:00-5:30
Nicole Madison
Mini Boys
Ballet 5:30-6:30
Technique 6:30-7:30
Tumbling 7:30-8:30
Ballet 4:00-5:00
Technique 5:00-6:30
Tumbling 6:30-7:30
Technique 4:00-5:30
Ballet 5:30-7:00
Tumbling 7:30-8:30
Technique 5:30-7:00
Ballet 7:00-8:30
Tumbling 8:30-9:30
Technique 6:30-7:30
Nicole Madison
Nicole Madison
Melanie
Nicole Jordan
Lisa Daly
Preston Sweny
Lisa Daly
Nicole Jordan
Melanie
Emily (Tues) Melanie (TH)
Nicole Jordan
Melanie
Nicole Madison
6/18, 6/20, 6/25, 6/27, 7/2, 7/3,
7/9, 7/11, 7/30, 8/1
Petite & Mini
6/18, 6/20, 6/25, 6/27, 7/2, 7/3,
7/9, 7/11, 7/30, 8/1
Teen & Junior
6/18, 6/20, 6/25, 6/27, 7/2, 7/3,
7/9, 7/11, 7/30, 8/1
Senior & Elite
6/18, 6/20, 6/25, 6/27, 7/2, 7/3,
7/9, 7/11, 7/30, 8/1
6/18, 6/20, 6/25, 6/27, 7/2, 7/3,
7/9, 7/11, 7/30, 8/1
6/18, 6/20, 6/25, 6/27, 7/2, 7/3,
7/9, 7/11, 7/30, 8/1
Jr Boys
Technique 5:00-6:30
Lisa Daly
Sr Boys
Technique 5:30-7:00
Emily (Tues) Melanie (TH)
Lil’ Sprout
*Only the DSOD technique classes count towards your 5 required days of summer classes. Outside
technique classes or conventions do not count to fulfill your summer technique requirement. If for some
reason a dancer is not able to fulfill this obligation, they will be required to schedule private lessons with
a Company Teacher (for the same amount of time their summer technique classes require above).
Extra Mandatory Fall/Spring Ballet Technique Classes
Dana, Emily and the Company teachers all feel that the dancers still need more BALLET! The basis of all
dance is BALLET! You can always tell a dancer that has had more Ballet training…their turns, leaps and
overall technique is far stronger than just a dancer that takes one ballet class a week. So, we will continue to
have a weekly combined Ballet technique class that the Teen, Junior, Senior and Elite levels must take. There
are a total of 40 Fridays in the 2013/2014 Fall/Spring dance year. The Ballet technique classes will run
throughout the year, however the dancers in Teen-Elite are only required to take 20 of these classes. You are
only required to pay ($200) for the 20 that are mandatory and any extra that the dancer takes is FREE!! We are
committed to take the DSOD Company to the next level and more Ballet to improve technique is necessary to
achieve this goal. The fee for these extra classes will be drafted on August 1st, 2013.
We will be offering these classes on Fridays as follows:
Day
Time
Class
Friday
Friday
4:00-5:00
5:00-6:30
Ballet/Pointe
Ballet/Pointe
Levels
Teacher
Teen & Jr
Senior & Elite
Lea Essmyer
Lea Essmyer
Financial Obligations
Budget Plan
Beginning in August every Dance Company family will be on a budget plan and will be required to be set up on
auto-pay. The auto-pay form is included at the back of this letter. Francie (the account manager) will work out
your budget plan over the summer to approximate your dance costs for the entire dance year. These costs will
then be divided into 10 equal monthly payments. All budget payments will be drafted on the first of the month
and will be delinquent on the 2nd of each month starting in August. Any payments returned for any reason,
including NSF will be assessed a $30.00 late fee. You will be e-mailed or mailed a copy of your budget plan
prior to August 1st. Remember, that this will be an approximation of your annual fees. If there are any
additional charges on your account, they need to be cleared prior to the recital. Feel free to contact Francie if
you have questions regarding the budget plan. For your convenience we have also included budget templates in
the Dance Company Invite Website under the menu item “Technique Level & Budget Template”. Please
remember these are just an estimate per level and if your dancer has additional dances or items not listed in the
ESTIMATED budget template then your budget amount will differ than the template on the website. Francie
will send out customized budgets to each family this summer.
Fees included in the budget plan:
Group dance rehearsal fees
Monthly technique tuition
Group costume fees
Recital fees
Group dance competition fees
Fees not included in the budget plan:
Private lessons – will be drafted through auto-pay on the day of the private lesson
Summer Technique Classes (all companies)- to be paid by time of registration
Adrenaline Remix Convention (all companies)- drafted 9/15/13
Choreography fees for solos, duets and/or trios – will be drafted immediately upon completion of the
choreography
Competition entry fees for solos, duets and/or trios – will be drafted at time of entry
Costume fees for solos, duets and/or trios- will be drafted at time of purchase
Choreography fees and registration fees for all group dances are drafted in two installments: 6/30/13
and 7/15/13
Gregg Russell/Terrill Mitchell master class fees are drafted on 6/30/13 – for all companies
Extra Fall/Spring ballet technique fees are drafted on 8/1/13 – for Teen, Junior, Senior & Elite
One mandatory outside convention/competition (Adrenaline) for Teen, Juniors, Seniors and Elites –
drafted 10/1/13
Company Warm Up – approximately $135 – purchased at 5678 only if needed
Company T-shirt – approximately $30 – purchased at 5678 only if needed
Company Duffle Bag – approximately $50 – purchased at 5678 only if needed
Company Jewelry – approximately $55 – purchased at DSOD only if needed
Company Make-up – approximately $60 – purchased through Kim Taylor only if needed
Choreography Tuition
The following is a one-time charge depending on the number of dances chosen. The following choreography
tuition will apply:
(These fees do not include rehearsal fees, registration fee, solo/duet/trio choreography, competition fees, or
costume fees.)
Number of
Dance(s)
Choreography Tuition + $15
Registration Fee per family
(not included)
Date Fees Drafted through Auto-Pay
1
$99.00
06/30/13
2
$188.00
06/30/13
3
$277.00
06/30/13
4
$366.00
06/30/13
5
$455.00
7/15/13
6
$544.00
7/15/13
7
$633.00
7/15/13
8
$722.00
7/15/13
The minimum number of dancers for a small group is nine. If a dance has less than nine dancers, the additional
cost will be divided among the dancers in the group and will be applied to the choreography tuition and
rehearsal fees in the fall.
One exception to the above tuition fees are fees associated with outside choreographers (i.e. Adrenaline
Choreographers – Chris J, Nick D Nick, Jeremy K, etc.). These choreographers are nationally recognized for
their work and set their own fees. If your child is chosen for a dance with an outside choreographer you will be
notified of the choreography fees prior to the start of choreography rehearsals. Approximate fees are $150.00 $250.00 per dancer.
Please remember that all choreography for Lil’ Miss through Elites will be taught July 15th – July 28th, 2013
(including weekends). These dates were given to you one year ago in your 2012/2013 Company Handbook as
mandatory choreography dates. Choreographers may call extra rehearsals once choreography is finished
(especially for younger dancers) to keep the choreography fresh in the dancers’ minds before we start classes
and rehearsals in the fall. The studio will e-mail the dates of the extra rehearsals and, if you are in town, you are
expected to attend these rehearsals.
IMPORTANT:
Ø You must register (online or at studio) by June 28th, or you will not be enrolled in any dances or classes
and will be dropped from Company. Please let us know if you are NOT returning so the choreographers
can plan.
Ø Once choreography rehearsals have started, you are responsible for all choreography fees, rehearsal fees,
costume fees and competition fees (if the entry fees have been submitted) for the entire dance year. This
applies even if you decide to drop out of a dance or a choreographer pulls you from a dance for any
reason.
There will be absolutely no refunds once choreography has started.
Production Number
This year we will not be having any production numbers, however, we are having 2 separate “line numbers”
that dancers were hand picked for. If your dancer was hand picked for the “line number” then you are required
to participate in this dance. It will have a scheduled rehearsal (just like all other dances) and will be billed to
the dancer’s account just like adding an additional dance to your group dances. An example of a “line number”
to compare this to from last season is the “Sing” dance that was choreographed by Lisa Daly. It is a dance that
has multiple levels in it and the dancers are hand picked.
Rehearsal Fees
The following cost is a one time charge based on the number of dances the student chooses. This charge is
based upon an average of 14 rehearsals per dance year for each dance. Rehearsal fees are approximately
$8.96/hour per rehearsal. Any extra rehearsals are at no charge to the student.
Rehearsal Tuition/Dance
for the entire dance year
(Aug. to May)
Fee Draft Date
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
$125.50
$251.00
$376.50
$502.00
$627.50
$753.00
$878.50
rehearsal fees included in budget plan
rehearsal fees included in budget plan
rehearsal fees included in budget plan
rehearsal fees included in budget plan
rehearsal fees included in budget plan
rehearsal fees included in budget plan
rehearsal fees included in budget plan
8
$1004.00
rehearsal fees included in budget plan
Number of
Dance (s) Chosen
The minimum number of dancers for a small group is nine dancers. If a dance has less than nine dancers, the
additional cost will be divided among the dancers in the group and will be applied to the choreography tuition
and rehearsal fees in the fall.
(These fees do not include choreography fees, registration fee, solo/duet/trio choreography, competition fees, or
costume fees.)
Monthly Technique Tuition
Subject
Ballet
Tap
Jazz
Lil’ Miss
3
Hrs
combined
Lil’ Sprouts
.75 Hour
30 Min.
.75 Hour
Petite
2 Hours
.75 Hour
1 Hour
Mini
2 Hours
.75 Hour
1 Hour
Teen
2 Hours
.75 Hour
1 Hour
Junior
2 Hours
1 Hour
1 Hour
Senior
2 Hours
1 Hour
1 Hour
Hip Hop
Lyrical
Turns
Monthly
Technique
Tuition
technique
N/A
N/A
$145.00
30 Min.
N/A
30 Min.
$145.00
30 Min.
N/A
1 Hour
$235.00
30 Min.
N/A
1 Hour
$235.00
.5 Hour
1 Hour
1 Hour
$275.00
Max $250
1 Hour
1 Hour
1 Hour
$305.00
Max $250
1 Hour
1 Hour
1 Hour
$305.00
Max $250
Elite
3 Hours
1 Hour
1.25
Hours
1 Hour
1 Hour
1.5 Hours
$415.00
Max $250
There is a maximum individual monthly tuition and a maximum family tuition for technique classes (this does
not include choreography and rehearsal fees). The individual maximum is $250.00 and family maximum is
$300.00. Once you have reached this maximum, you do not need to pay for any extra technique classes your
child may want to take in addition to their company classes.
Additional Company Costs
Required for Company:
Costs:
Fees Drafted:
Gregg Russell/Terrill
Mitchell Master Classes
(July 23rd & 24th)
$68 - $140 per dancer – Lil’ Sprouts through Elite
June 30, 2013
Ballet Technique
$200 per dancer - Teen through Elites
August 1, 2013
Adrenaline Remix at DSOD
(October 5th & 6th)
$125-$215 for Lil Sprout, Petite, Mini, Teen, JR,
SR & Elite & Hip Hop, Tap & Ballet only
Companies
$55 for Lil’ Misses
September 15, 2013
$210 – Teen, Juniors, Seniors and Elites (may
compete select dances at this) (dances and cost to
compete TBA)
October 1, 2013
$43 per dancer per group. Est. 3 – 4 competitions
Included in budget
$135.00 - $200.00 per dance/per dancer
Approximately $135.00
Approximately $30.00
Approximately $50.00
Approximately $55.00
Approximately $60.00
Budgeted amount $135 plus tax in budget
Purchased at 5 6 7 8 (only if needed)
Purchased at 5 6 7 8 (only if needed)
Purchased at 5 6 7 8 (only if needed)
Purchased at DSOD (only if needed)
Purchased directly through Kim Taylor
Mandatory outside
Convention/Competition
(Frisco Convention Center)
(November 1st-3rd )
Mandatory Competition
Fees
Competition Costumes
Company Warm Up
Company T-shirt
Company Duffle Bag
Company Jewelry
Company Make-Up
What’s Next?? - Registration Information
v Complete and sign the enclosed Student Registration Form, Membership agreement and Auto-pay form or
you may register ONLINE for Company!!!!! (Be sure that we have a current working e-mail address).
v To waive the $25 fall registration fee, you need to pay August prorated and September full tuition before June
28th, OR you may pay August prorated and the $25 registration fee to hold your spot in the fall and in company.
v Purchase class card for mandatory summer technique classes (You may do this online or in the office).
v Choreography tuition is due as set out in the choreography chart enclosed in this letter.
v You may only register online for Company!!
The deadline is June 28th for all Company Members to register (online or at the studio) for 2013/2014.
Remember to keep July 15th – 28th, 2013 (including evenings and weekends) open for mandatory summer
choreography.
SOME IMPORTANT MANDATORY DATES 2013/2014 Dance Year
MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW
June 28th – All paperwork is due in the office either by registering online or in the studio
June 30th – Choreography tuition & Gregg Russell/Terrill Mitchell Master Class tuition are drafted
July 15th - July 28th (including daytime, evenings and weekends) summer choreography for Lil’ Miss through
Elites. Exact schedule for each dance is on the top portion of each dance invitation on the Dance Company Invite
Website.
July 23rd & 24th - Gregg Russell/Terrill Mitchell Master Classes at DSOD for Lil’ Miss – Elites (schedule on
Dance Company Invite Website)
July 15th – Balance of choreography fees are drafted (for 5 dances or more)
August 1st – Additional Fall/Spring Ballet Technique tuition drafted (Teen – Elite) ($200)
Monday, August 5th – Fall Dance Session begins at DSOD
September 15th – Adrenaline Remix at DSOD drafted (Lil’ Miss- Elite & Boys) ($55-$215)
October 1st - Adrenaline Convention/Competition drafted (Teen, Junior, Senior, Elite) ($210-convention) ($ amt
TBA for Competition and TBA on who is actually competing)
October 5th & 6th – Adrenaline Remix at DSOD. Mandatory for Lil’ Sprouts through Elites (schedule TBA)
November 1st-3rd - Adrenaline Convention/Competition at Frisco Convention Center (Teen, Junior, Senior, Elite)
($210 for convention) ($ amt TBA for Competition and TBA on who is actually competing)
Solo, Duet, and Trio
Parent Request Information
The following is critical information regarding solos, duets, and/or trios. If your child is interested in
competing a solo, duet, and/or trio for the 2013/2014 dance year and was not invited by a choreographer
to do so, you may request a solo, duet, and/or trio for them by submitting the “Parent Request” form at
the end of this document. The forms must be submitted by June 28th to be considered. Please
understand that by submitting this information you are requesting a solo, duet, and/or trio for your child.
This does not guarantee that your request will be granted. Dana and Emily will consider the request and
discuss it with the choreographer to determine whether or not the request is in the best interest of your
child as well as whether or not the choreographer is available. Dana or Emily will contact you if they
have any questions about the request. If the parent request is approved, confirmation will be emailed to
you ASAP.
At no time should you or your child contact a choreographer directly – this also includes any outside
choreographers who come to the studio for conventions or master classes. This creates an awkward
situation for both you and the choreographer. All requests must be in writing and need to be given to
Dana.
**Verbal requests will not be considered**
Please read the following information thoroughly. Do not hesitate to contact the office if you have any
questions. We feel that it is critical for you to be fully aware of what is involved with these types of
dances in order to make the decision that is right for you and your child. We want everyone’s
experience with the DSOD Dance Company to be a positive one.
DSOD office number: 817-488-9753
DSOD email: dsod@danastudio.com
Dana’s email: danab@danastudio.com
Emily’s email: emily@danastudio.com
There are many factors that you need to consider when making the decision of
whether or not to have your child perform a solo, duet, or trio. Some of these
factors are as follows:
Financial Considerations:
ü Choreography fees:
Choreography fees are charged at the following rates (these dances take approximately three hours to complete
the choreography):
$350.00 for solos
$240.00 per person for duets
$210.00 per person for trios
Choreography fees will be drafted through auto-pay immediately upon completion of the choreography.
**Upon completion of the choreography; the choreographer, the parent and the student will sign an agreement
acknowledging that the choreography is finished and that all privates will then be charged at the private rate.
ü Private Rehearsal/Cleaning fees:
Once the choreography is complete all rehearsals with the choreographer will be charged at the private rate and
are due at the completion of the private. The studios private rates are as follows:
$68.00 per individual per hour plus $20.00 per hour for each additional person
$40.00 per individual per ½ hour plus $15.00 per ½ hour for each additional person
ü Competition Fees:
These are approximate and vary with each competition. More information to follow once updated competition
information becomes available.
$90.00 - $95.00 for solos
$110.00 for duets and trios (cost divided amongst dancers)
ü Music Cutting/Mixing Fees:
It is up to you whether you want to cut your own music or have it cut by the studio. If you want to use the studios
professional music editor, the fee is:
Approximately $30.00 per song (if the edit is a simple edit)
Dana or your choreographer will help you coordinate this.
ü Costume Fees:
The costume costs are determined totally by you! You pick the costume with the guidance of your choreographer.
Perhaps the most important thing to remind your child when you are helping them make this decision is that
performing a solo, duet or trio in competitions takes dedication and serious commitment to both the
choreography and technique classes. In addition to working with their choreographer, your child will need
to practice their dance on their own in order to be successful. Technique is also a critical element in this
process. Technique classes must be attended regularly and taken seriously. Performing is just the icing on
the cake!
If you are choosing to do a solo, duet or trio, you MUST read the next page as we had many people who were
unaware of the rules because they did not read the following information.
General Administrative Procedures and Additional Considerations for solos, duets and trios:
v
The scheduling of private lessons for solos, duets, and trios is your responsibility, not the choreographers. Scheduling should be coordinated directly with the
choreographer and booked through the office. Payments for private lessons are due at the time of the private and will be drafted through auto-pay at the
conclusion of the lesson. You will not be permitted to schedule any additional privates if you have outstanding charges for privates on your account. The
choreographers do not get paid for any privates until you have paid for them – please be considerate of this.
v
If you need to cancel a private lesson with a choreographer you must contact the office at least 24 hours in advance of the lesson to avoid being charged and
drafted the full private fee.
v
Be on time for private lessons. If you have booked a private lesson with a choreographer and you are late, you will still be charged and drafted the full rate
for the private as the choreographer was available and was waiting on you. If the choreographer is late for a lesson, both you and the choreographer should
have the time adjusted on the books in the office – adjustments to the length of private lessons cannot be done without the approval of the choreographer.
v
You can schedule practice time (without the choreographer) at the studio at no charge (subject to room availability). Be aware that you could be asked to
switch rooms or reschedule practice time if DSOD finds it necessary. Practice time should be scheduled directly through the office. When scheduling
practice time, make sure a staff member will be in the building to lock up when you are finished. If you have a room booked, and decide that you won’t be
using it, contact the office and let them know so the room can be made available for someone else to use.
v
If you want to guarantee that you will not be bumped from a room that you have scheduled for practice time, you must pay the room rental fee, at full price,
and the fee must be drafted at the start of the practice time.
v
You cannot be bumped from a room if you are in a private lesson or a choreography session with a choreographer (DSOD or outside). You may be asked to
switch rooms if a choreographer needs the room for a group dance – but you are guaranteed a room if you have it booked with a choreographer.
v
If you want to meet with your choreographer to discuss costumes, critique sheets, etc., you will need to schedule private time (charged and drafted at normal
private rates) with the choreographer. Many times choreographers have rehearsals booked back to back and it is not fair to the choreographer or the other
dancers if you take time after your rehearsal to talk with the choreographer.
v
It is your responsibility to discuss costume, hair, makeup and accessory ideas/options with the choreographer.
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DSOD will provide you with information on the mandatory and optional competitions. It is your decision what competitions you want your child to
participate in (check with your choreographer or Dana if you are unsure which competitions would be best for your child) and it is your responsibility to
notify the office of this information. (Detailed information on how competition registrations will be handled will be distributed in the fall.)
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Your account must be current before the studio will enter solos, duets, or trios in any competitions. The competition fees will be drafted at the time of
registration.
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Choreographers may attend all DSOD mandatory company competitions. However, they are not required to attend optional competitions. Emily, the
Company Director, will attend all mandatory and optional competitions as the DSOD representative. If it is important that the choreographer attend all of
the competitions your child competes in, you need to talk with the choreographer to see whether or not they will be able to attend the optional competitions
prior to registering.
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You are responsible for supplying a cut version (3 copies) of your music to the office before competition season begins. Emily will turn in your music at
competition.
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It is never appropriate for a parent to contact a competition, judges, or competition staff. If you have any questions regarding entries, scheduling, scoring,
etc. those questions need to be directed to the DSOD office or a staff member of the studio. Contacting a competition without authorization from Dana can
result in the students’ immediate removal from the Company.
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Competition fees are non-refundable once submitted. This is true in cases of injury and illness.
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DSOD will not enter dances in competitions other than the mandatory company competitions on the mandatory competition weekends.
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DSOD will not enter dances in any competitions the second weekend of spring break.
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DSOD will not enter dancers in multiple competitions on the same weekend.
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DSOD will NOT enter your dance(s) past the deadline given in the competition entry packet (NO EXCEPTIONS).
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If the DSOD office has to change an entry once it has been submitted to a competition, there will be a $30 DSOD administrative cost as well as any other fee
that may be assessed by the competition.
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DSOD reserves the right to pull any dance from competitions at any time. If a dance must be pulled, competition fees will not be refunded. Competing a
solo, duet, or trio with the Dance Company is a privilege and should be treated as such.
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One of the following two criteria must be met for solos, duets, and trios to dance in the 2013/2014 recital:
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The dancer(s) must receive at least four platinum rankings (or the highest ranking presented at the competition)
The dancer(s) must place in the top three overall with a platinum ranking (or the highest ranking presented at the competition) in at least three
competitions
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If the dancer has more than one solo that qualifies to perform in the recital they must choose one to perform.
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Only competitions listed in the “Competition Entry Information” packet will count toward qualification to dance in the recital. Drill Team and/or Cheer
competitions will not be considered as qualifiers for dancing in the recital.
Parent Request Form
Solos, Duets and/or Trios – DSOD Choreographers
Complete the following information and return it to the DSOD office by June 28th.
Parents and students must sign this request for it to be considered.
By signing this form you agree to follow the procedures outlined by DSOD in the above pages.
Solo:___________
Name of Dancer:____________________________________Company Level:________________________
Parent Signature:___________________________________ Student Signature:______________________
Choreographer:
First choice:
_________________Second Choice:________________Third Choice:___________________
Style of Dance:
Jazz
Hip Hop
Tap
Lyrical
Ballet/Pointe
Modern
Clogging
Duet:_______ (complete only one form for each duet or trio)
Name of Dancer:____________________________________Company Level:________________________
Parent Signature:___________________________________Student Signature:______________________
Name of Dancer:____________________________________Company Level:________________________
Parent Signature:____________________________________Student Signature:______________________
Choreographer:
First choice:
_________________Second Choice:________________Third Choice:___________________
Style of Dance:
Jazz
Hip Hop
Tap
Lyrical
Ballet/Pointe
Modern
Clogging
Trio:___________(complete only one form for each duet or trio)
Name of Dancer:_____________________________________Company Level:________________________
Parent Signature:____________________________________Student Signature:______________________
Name of Dancer:_____________________________________Company Level:________________________
Parent Signature:____________________________________Student Signature:______________________
Name of Dancer:_____________________________________Company Level:________________________
Parent Signature:____________________________________Student Signature:______________________
Choreographer:
First choice:
_________________Second Choice:_______________Third Choice:____________________
Style of Dance:
Jazz
Hip Hop
Tap
Lyrical
Ballet/Pointe
Modern
Clogging
I am committing to ______ solos _____duets and ______ trios. I understand that by submitting this form I
am committing the time and financial resources necessary to complete the above dances if my requests are
granted.
Parent signature (s)______________________________________________________________________
Student Signature (s)_____________________________________________________________________
DSOD Southlake, Keller & Coppell
Auto-Pay Authorization Form
Parent Name: __________________________________________________________________________
Student Name(s): ______________________________________________________________________________
Choose which form of payment you want to authorize: (Preferred method of payment is EFT-Bank Draft)
All DSOD fees are 5% lower (discounted) when you choose the Bank Draft option
 Credit Card Payment
 EFT Bank Draft
Electronic Funds Transfer Authorization Form (EFT) – Bank Draft – (Preferred Method)
As a duly authorized check signer on the financial institution listed below, I authorize Dana’s Studio of Dance Southlake,
Keller or Coppell to perform scheduled or periodic electronic funds transfer debits and/or credits from my account
identified below for payments due or when applicable, apply electronic funds credits to the same. This applies to check
by phone payments as well as any other electronic payments. I understand the dollar amount can vary depending on the
services performed. Monthly tuition payments will be transferred on the 1st of every month. Costume fees and recital
fees will be processed on the 15th of the month in which they are due. Additional payments (ie private lesson fees etc.)
will be transferred at the time the expenses are incurred (you will be notified prior to any such billings).
Furthermore, if any such electronic debit(s) should be returned by my financial institution for any reason, including nonsufficient funds (NSF), I authorize DSOD to collect a returned item fee of $30.00 per item by electronic debit from my
account identified below.
For accounting purposes, all electronic debits will be reflected in the monthly bank statement that corresponds with the
account identified below.
I understand and authorize all of the above as evidenced by my signature below.
Authorizing Signature: _______________________Date:_____/_____/_____
Financial Institution Account “Identifying Information”:
Enter financial institution account information into the fields provided below or attach a blank voided check.
Financial Institution:
Branch:
City:
State:
9 Digit Transit/ABA #:
Account #:
Zip:
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Credit Card Authorization – Credit Card Payments –
*All DSOD fees are 5% higher (not discounted) when you choose this option*
I authorize Dana’s Studio of Dance Southlake, Keller or Coppell to perform scheduled or periodic electronic funds transfer debits
and/or credits from my account identified below for payments due or when applicable, apply electronic funds transfer credits to the
same. I understand the dollar amount can vary depending on services performed. Monthly tuition payments will be transferred on
the 1st of every month. Costume fees and recital fees will be processed on the 15th of the month in which they are due. Additional
payments (i.e. private lesson fees etc.) will be transferred at the time the expenses are incurred (you will be notified prior to any such
billings).
Card Type:
Visa or Mastercard
Card#:________________________________ Exp._____/_____
Signature:___________________________________________
Date:______/______/______
CVC ____ ____ ____
DSOD Southlake, Keller & Coppell - Membership Agreement (Please Initial Each Line and Sign and Date Below)
1.
Registration Fee – A non-refundable registration fee is required for proper enrollment along with a standard registration form. Registration and enrollment are not
considered complete until this fee and the first month’s tuition are paid in full. The fall/spring registration fee for returning students is $25 if paying by bank draft ($26.25 if
paying by credit card) for the first child and $15 if paying by bank draft ($15.75 if paying by credit card) for each additional child. New student registration fee for the
fall/spring season is $45 if paying by bank draft ($47.25 if paying by credit card) for the first child and $15 if paying by bank draft ($15.75 if paying by credit card) for each
additional child. The registration fee for the summer season is $20 if paying by bank draft ($21 if paying by credit card) per family for new students and $15 per family if
paying by bank draft ($15.75 if paying by credit card) for returning students.
2.
Tuition and Fees – In order for a student to participate in any of the programs offered at Dana’s Studio of Dance, all paperwork must be completed and all fees paid.
3.
Tuition is Due On the 1st of EACH MONTH – Dana’s Studio is on a monthly computer billing system called auto-pay. We DO NOT send out a monthly reminder. All autopayments will be processed on the first of the month. If payment is returned for NSF or for any other reason, your account will be assessed a $30 reprocessing fee. You will
receive a statement only for returned auto-payments, late tuition or unpaid costume balances. We will be e-mailing all statements and correspondence (ie, newsletters,
recital information). It is imperative that you keep your e-mail address current throughout the year. **DOES NOT APPLY TO SUMMER SESSION**
4.
Tuition remains the same whether the month is long (5 weeks) or short (2 weeks) and regardless of absences. Tuition has been calculated for the whole year and
simply divided into 10 monthly payments. June is the only month that is pro-rated. If tuition is two months delinquent on payment, student is subject to dismissal. **DOES
NOT APPLY TO SUMMER SESSION*
5.
Non-Sufficient Funds for Auto-Payments or Returned Checks - There will be a $30 charge on all returned checks. After two (2) N.S.F. returned auto-payments or
checks, payments must be in the form of cash, cashier’s check or money order.
6.
Insurance – Dana’s Studio of Dance DOES NOT carry medical insurance for its students. It is required that all dance students be covered by their own family’s insurance
policies, and if injury occurs, it is understood that the student’s own policy is your only source of reimbursement.
7.
Bad Weather – The studio will not necessarily close for snow days. We follow CISD, KISD & CISD. Many times roads are clear and safe by 2:30 PM. If in doubt, call the
studio for a recording on class closings, or check our website at www.danastudio.com. If we do close the studio due to bad weather, you may make-up any days missed.
8.
Holidays – Holidays will follow the Carroll Independent School District for Southlake, Keller Independent School District for Keller & Coppell Independent School District for
Coppell – with the exception of the Thanksgiving & Winter breaks. Holiday dates will always be posted and on the studio recorder. We are only closed on MAJOR
HOLIDAYS. We DO NOT CLOSE for Staff Development Days. As always, you may make-up any days missed due to a holiday. We do not prorate for bad weather days
or holidays. We encourage your child to take a make-up class for any missed classes due to holidays or bad weather days. **DOES NOT APPLY TO SUMMER
SESSION**
9.
Attendance – Attendance is taken at each class. GOOD ATTENDANCE is imperative as absences and tardiness can hold back an entire class and the studio cannot
jeopardize its responsibilities to the rest of the class for one student. Please make every effort to have your child at every class. You may make up any days missed due to
an illness, but only during the same month. There are NO refunds, credits or pro-rated tuition for missed lessons. IF YOU ATTEND ANY PORTION OF THE MONTH,
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FULL MONTHLY TUITION.
10.
Class Observation – We have set class observation days during the dance year (see calendar in this packet for exact dates). Observing inside the classroom at any other
time is not allowed. We have found the children do much better when the instructor can have their sole attention. All of our studios have viewing windows through which
parents are welcome to watch their child’s class from the hallway. **DOES NOT APPLY TO SUMMER SESSION**
11.
Recital – Specific recital dates and times will be announced as soon as they are finalized. Please plan for the beginning to middle of June and plan your vacations
accordingly, as the students work towards the recital the entire year. **DOES NOT APPLY TO SUMMER SESSION** Tentative Dates: June 9th (Keller) & June 10th – 13th
(Southlake) at Will Rogers in Fort Worth. Coppell (June 7th or 8th) at the MCL Grand in Lewisville.
12.
Costume Fee – The payment for costumes is due on or before October 15th. Costume fees will be processed through auto-pay on October 15, 2013. If payment is
returned for NSF or for any other reason, your account will be assessed a $30 reprocessing fee. If your child is not participating in the recital, you must let the office know by
October1st, 2013 so the costume fees are not deducted through auto-pay. It takes several months for the costumes to be made and shipped back to the studio. Costumes
will cost between $81.00 and $93.00; depending on type of class. This costume fee is not refundable once the costume has been ordered. If an exchange is possible (for
size only), there is a $10-20 exchange/shipping fee depending on costume vendor. There is also a $25 per family fee for all 2nd Order costumes. **DOES NOT
APPLY TO SUMMER SESSION**
13.
Recital Fee: – There is a non-refundable RECITAL FEE that is due on or before March 15, 2014. Recital fees will be processed through auto-pay on March 15, 2014. If
payment is returned for NSF or for any other reason, your account will be assessed a $30 reprocessing fee. The recital fee is separate from your costume fee and goes to
pay for rental of the auditorium (estimated 1 week rental period), printing of programs, insurance, props, backdrops, paying technicians salaries, etc… The recital fees are
charged as follows: **DOES NOT APPLY TO SUMMER SESSION**
Bank Draft Credit/Debit Card
Families with one child: $80.00
Families with 2 children: $90.00
$84.00
$94.50
Bank Draft
Families with 3 children: $100.00
Families with 4 children: $110.00
Credit/Debit Card
$105.00
$115.50
Bank Draft Credit/Debit Card
Families with 5 children: $120.00
Families with 6 children: $125.00
$126.00
$131.25
14.
Withdrawals – Any student who drops out of the program MUST GIVE WRITTEN NOTICE TO THE OFFICE PRIOR TO THE NEXT MONTH’S BILLING DATE. This will
stop the billing process. If the customer does not give written notice, monthly tuition will still be processed through auto-pay for the next month’s classes and they will be
financially responsible for the amount. IF YOU ATTEND ANY PORTION OF THE MONTH, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FULL MONTHLY TUITION.
15.
Dana’s Studio of Dance reserves the right to ask anyone to leave Dana’s Studio of Dance if they are not acting in the best interest of Dana’s Studio of Dance.
16.
If a class enrollment is too small, DSOD reserves the right to cancel or combine that class with another appropriate class.
17.
I agree that I have received the Parent Packet, Understand Traffic Flow, Understand that there is a Dress Code, and that the teachers are on a strict time schedule
and will call if necessary to speak with a teacher.
I agree to the terms and conditions stated above, and I am financially responsible for my account at Dana’s Studio of Dance, Inc. and Dana’s Studio of Dance², Inc.
Parent Signature:__________________________________________________________________________________Date:_____________________________