Studio Policies

Enrollment

Studio J’s primary dance season runs from September through May each year.  New students will not be accepted for the current season after December 20^th due to recital preparations.  There is a $30 enrollment fee per student, per season.  This administrative fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.  Enrollment is based solely on a first come, first served basis each season.  Students with past due accounts will not be permitted to enroll until the account is paid in full.  Current students are not guaranteed a position in future seasons.  Early enrollment is encouraged to avoid class closings and being placed on a waiting list.

Tuition

Tuition is calculated based on the entire nine-month season (September – May) and divided into monthly payments for your convenience.  The number of classes per month will vary due to holiday breaks, however this will not affect the monthly tuition rate. Tuition is non-refundable, but is transferable. Tuition is due the first week of each month and may be paid by cash or check only. There is a tuition box located on the front desk for you to drop payments in if there is no front desk attendant.  Please be sure to write the student’s name(s) on your check and put cash in an envelope. There is a $25.00 charge on all returned checks and checks will not be processed more than once.  A $10.00 late fee will be added to accounts not paid by the 10^th of each month.  Any student whose account is past due 30 days will not be permitted to participate in class the following month until tuition is current, including any late fees and/or penalties.  Any student whose account is more than 60 days past due forfeits their place in class and will be required to pay any past due fees and then enroll as a new student, if space permits. 

Attendance

There are no refunds, adjustments or credits for missed classes, however make-ups may be possible if the missed class is offered at another time.  Please call the front desk to arrange for a make-up.  Dress rehearsals are mandatory; please communicate any conflicts with your instructor as soon as possible to avoid exclusion from any performance. 

Closings

Studio J generally follows the Edmond Public School calendar, however there are exceptions.  Please check newsletters and/or the website for any closings and cancellations.  If the school district closes for weather, Studio J will be also closed.  Make up classes for weather-related closings will be provided whenever possible, but are not guaranteed.

Dress Code

Proper dance attire is required and specific to each class in order to allow free movement and prevent injury.  Proper attire will also help the instructor observe body placement and therefore provide appropriate instruction and correction.  Please note the following guidelines:

• All hair must be secured away from dancer’s face.

• Jewelry is not permitted, with the exception of stud earrings.

• Jeans and short shorts are not permitted.

• Specific class attire is as follows:

• Beginning Combo – Black leotard, pink tights, black tap shoes, pink ballet shoes

• Lil’ Tap & Hip Hop – Solid colored leotard, shorts, white tennis shoes, black tap shoes

• Tap & Jazz – Solid colored leotard, tights, black slip-on jazz shoes, black tap shoes

• Ballet – Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes

• Tap –Solid colored leotard, tights, jazz pants (optional), black tap shoes

• Jazz –Solid colored leotard, tights, black slip-on jazz shoes

• Hip Hop – Loose fitting clothing, white tennis shoes

• Lyrical – Black leotard, footless tights, foot thongs or foot undies

Studio J is registered at Creative Dancewear in Cassidy Square (Penn & Britton, 843-2545) and ShowBizz Dancewear in Edmond (334 S. Santa Fe, 341-7739) and in Oklahoma City (4427 NW 63^rd St., 840-4406). They will have a list of proper shoes and tights to purchase for your class. Let the associate know you are dancing at Studio J.

Recitals

Studio J presents two recitals each year.  There are no fees for the Christmas recital, which takes place in December.  Beginning Combo students wear their ballet class attire; all other students wear all black with a snow hat and gloves. 

The end-of-season recital takes place in May each year.  There is a non-refundable $20.00 recital fee per student due in April to cover recital costs.  Admittance to this show is free to friends and family.  Costume selections are entirely up to the discretion of the instructors and range in price from approximately $45.00 to $70.00.  A deposit of $30 per costume is due in November and the remaining balance is due in January.  Costume fees are non-refundable and non-transferable once the costumes have been ordered. 

Studio Rules

• The following items are not permitted in the dance rooms: Gum, candy, food, drinks, watches, jewelry, cell phones, etc. 

• Parents, for their protection and for the protection of costly equipment, please do not allow children to play in open dance rooms.

• Students are asked to label and store all belongings in cubbies provided.  Studio J is not responsible for lost or damaged items.

• Respect your instructors, staff and fellow students.

• Please inform the front desk attendant of any changes to your contact information or changes in enrollment.

Liability

By registering, all participants and guests of Studio J confirm that they are aware of and understand the nature of the event and activities offered. In addition, all registrants agree to comply with all Studio J policies and safety regulations contained herein. Studio J, the instructors, and staff are not liable for personal injury or loss and/or damage to personal property of any participant or guest. Students retain the right to decline participation in any activity. Please inform your instructor of any physical limitations or disabilities and consult your physician before participating in any activity at Studio J. Studio J cannot dispense medications of any kind, including over the counter analgesics such as aspirin or Tylenol.

Please Note

Studio J reserves the right to refuse service and/or admission to any individual.  All schedules are subject to change based on enrollment and availability of staff. A Studio J representative will contact those involved in the cancellation, rescheduling or combining of any classes.

At Studio J we care about your family.  If you have any questions or concerns that cannot be resolved by the front desk staff, please feel free to make an appointment with owner, Meredith Powell, or your student’s instructor.   To insure that your concerns are given the full attention they deserve, please refrain from discussing issues between classes.

Thank you for your cooperation!