Ages 3-6

Preschool 1 is an introductory program for the beginning dancers

designed to enhance rhythmic skills, coordination, musicality,

expression through music, and a genuine love for the art of dance.

Basic ballet and tap techniques are offered in a one-hour class.

Preschool dancers will perform a tap and a ballet number in the

annual spring recital.

 

Dress Code- Black or pink leotard, theatrical pink dance tights,

ballet-pink slippers and tan tap shoes with elastic ties replacing

ribbons. Hair should be secured away from the face. A short

ballet skirt is optional.

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Ages 5-7

Level 1 is a one hour class and is designed to progress on the

rhythmic skills and coordination begun in the preschool classes.

The dancers will perform a tap and a ballet number in the spring
recital.

 

Dress Code- Black or pink leotard, theatrical pink dance tights,

ballet-pink slippers and tan tap shoes with elastic ties replacing

ribbons. Hair should be secured away from the face. A short

ballet skirt is optional.

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Ages 7-11

Level II Ballet/Tap/Jazz Combo

Level II dancers are introduced to jazz in an effort to further

educate the dancer. Ballet and tap skills are continued to a

higher level. Dance terminology is expanded and dance techniques

are reinforced. This is a one and one half hour class with

30 minutes dedicated to each subject. These dancers will perform

a routine in each of the three subjects for the spring recital.

 

Dress Code- Black or pink leotard, theatrical pink tights, and

dance skirt or dance shorts. Shoes required are pink ballet shoes,

tan mary jane tap shoes and tan slip on jazz shoes. Hair should

be secured away from the face in a ponytail or bun.

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Ages 7-18

Specialty Classes

 

Interm-Adv Jazz Class- 1 hour

 

Int-Adv Tap Class- 1/2 hour

 

Drill Team Prep Class- 1 hour (ages 11 and up)

Dress Code- Black jazz pants and black leotard with black

jazz shoes. Hair away from face.

 

Hip-Hop Class- 1/2 hour (ages 7 and up)

Dress Code- Loose fitting clothes, black hip-hop sneakers

with Velcro closures. Hair away from face.

 

Clogging Class- 1/2 hour (ages 7 and up)

Dress Code- Loose fitting clothes and black clogging oxfords.

Hair away from face.

 

Ballet/Pointe Class- 1 1/2 hour twice per week or more.

Teacher will recommend shoes.

 

Modern/Lyrical Class- 1 hour (ages 10 and up)

Dress Code- Loose fitting dance pants and leotard with bare

feet or dance paws.

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Act One Dance Studio is proud of our reputation for building strong

dancers. We offer an education that includes discipline and respect

for self and others. We have a strict guideline for class participation.

 

Please review our policies with your child to be sure we are the right

choice for you. In an effort to offer a friendly and organized environment

to our students and families, we strictly enforce our studio policies.

 

 

• Students must be on time for class and appropriately attired with hair pulled
  away from face in a bun or ponytail (bun required for 1-hour ballet class). 
  Students may be asked to observe class if not properly attired. We encourage
  attendance on a regular basis in order to progress with the class. Missed classes
  can be made up by scheduling a time with the teacher in advance. Please make
  sure that your child is on time for classes and please pick up your child promptly
  after class. We ask that all students wait in the lobby area only. Students are
  not to wait on the sidewalk or in the parking lot.
   
  
• Please label all dance shoes with your child's name. Should your child's shoes be
  left at the studio or mixed with another dancer's shoes, we can return them to you.
  A tote bag keeps belongings together and portable. A cover-up should be worn to
  and from class as this shows proper dance training. Wear dance shoes only indoors
  to keep them clean and in good shape.
   
  
• Students will respect instructors and not disrupt class. Please do not approach
  teachers during class time for meetings. Rather, call the office and make an
  appointment to talk with any instructor. Our class time is your child's time and
  we are committed to giving your children their full class without distraction.
   
  
• All monthly tuition payments will be paid by the first lesson of the month and is
  based on a 4-lesson month. Tuition will not be adjusted for holidays, missed classes,
  or months with more or less than 4 lessons. A $10.00 late fee will be added after
  the 15th of each month. There is a $25.00 returned check fee. Any student whose
  account is over 30 days past due may not attend class. Bad weather cancellations
  by the studio will be made up.  Once enrolled in dance class, your child's place is
  considered reserved for the season. A financial commitment is made for the duration
  of the dance year, including the recital. We will continue to charge tuition until
  we receive a written withdrawal notification from a parent.
   
  
• Recital participants agree to purchase costumes and accessories as needed. 
  These must be paid in full. Any outstanding tuition must also be paid before
  participation will be granted. Act One Dance Studio orders these costumes in
  December. We cannot order any costume that has an outstanding balance. 
  You may make arrangements with the office personnel to pay ahead in increments
  (costume fees or recital fees), if this will better fit your budget. Participants also
  agree to attend the required Dress Rehearsal held the day before the scheduled
  spring recital. Recital fees and costume fees are non-refundable as costumes
  are non-returnable.
   
  
• Act One Dance Studio publishes a Monthly Newsletter to keep our parents
  up to date on the events scheduled for that month. Check our website for the
  current Newsletter posting.
   
  
• As a convenience to our parents, we carry all dance supplies needed for our
  classes. We appreciate you and would like to make your busy lives a bit easier. 
  Check us out for studio logo attire and window decals to brag about your studio.
   
  
• The reception area is available for parents waiting for students attending class. 
  Young children should be supervised at all times by a parent. We will not be
  responsible for accidents incurred by unsupervised siblings.  We ask that food
  or drink be enjoyed, but properly disposed of. 
   
  
• Because we insist on a positive atmosphere to conduct business, we ask that
  all comments in the lobby or at our shows be made in a positive manner.
   Respect for self and for others is a big part of what we teach at Act One Dance Studio.
   Any constructive comments should be taken up with Janet, the studio director,
  rather than another staff member or another parent. We truly have a wonderful
  "family" at Act One Dance Studio. Rather than upset the harmony of the studio
  with negative comments and gossip, we will ask clients participating in negativity
  to seek dance lessons elsewhere.
   
  
• By enrolling at Act One Dance Studio you are agreeing to abide by the policies
  stated above. We also reserve the right to use photos of dance classes, shows,
  rehearsals, and recitals as part of our brochures and website. There will be no
  compensation for their use. If you do not wish your child's photo to be used,
  please check the appropriate box on the registration form and return it to the
  studio office or fax the form to (817) 485-4724

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PETITE AND MINI TEAMS
As we strive to achieve an award-winning team, each dancer will
be required to make the commitments outlined. 

 

Petite and Mini Team Requirements
Cost includes monthly tuition, convention fees, costumes and all
competition fees. Tights, shoes and costume accessories are additional.
All fees are non-refundable.

 

Classes required (included in tuition) are:

• Summer classes— 6-week session
• 3 hours of class per week

Competitions will include:

• 5 competitions
• Dance conventions- approximately $200.00 per convention
  (optional)
• Costumes

Petite and Mini Boot Camp:
August 4-7, 2008

 

Selections for group numbers take place at the conclusion of the
summer dance intensive. Rehearsal times for boot camp will be
assigned at that time also.

• Group of 4-5 people: $75.00
• Group of 6: $60.00
• Solo: $250.00
• Duet/Trio: $300

 

To Become a Member of the Petite or Mini Team:
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Petite or Mini Team,

please sign up in the office before July 1st for the 2008-2009 season.

Placement on team will be determined at the conclusion of the summer
dance intensive. All decisions are final.

 

Team Members Will Also Need to Purchase the Following:

• Make-up kit $85.00
• Team warm-up $150.00 (includes embroidery)
• Dance bag $40.00 (includes embroidery)
• Garment bag $40.00 (includes embroidery)

 

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JUNIOR AND SENIOR TEAMS

 

As we strive to achieve an award winning team, each dancer

will be required to make the commitments outlined. In addition,

Competition Team must be your only extra-curricular activity,

no exceptions.

 

Junior and Senior Team Requirements

 

Cost includes monthly tuition, convention fees, costumes and all

competition fees. Tights, shoes and costume accessories are

additional. All fees are non-refundable.

 

Classes required (included in tuition) are:

• 1½ hours ballet
• 1½ hours jazz (Seniors), 1 hour jazz (Juniors)
• ½ hour tap
• 1 hour lyrical / modern
• ½ hour hip hop (optional)
• 1 hour strength / flex
• 1 hour leaps / turns
• 1-2 hours competition / skills class
• ½ hour clogging (optional)
• Saturday competition rehearsal

Competitions will include:

• 5 competitions
• 3 conventions
• Costumes (# TBA)

Junior and Senior Boot Camp:

At the conclusion of the summer dance intensive, dancers will be
placed on their teams based on their progress over the summer. 
Attendance is required. This intense workshop will include guest
instructors and will focus on flexibility, technique and stage presence. 

 

To Become a Member of the Junior or Senior Team:

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Junior or Senior Team,

please sign up in the office before July 1st for the 2008-2009 season.

Placement on team will be determined at the conclusion of the
summer dance intensive. All decisions are final.

 

Team Members Will Also Need to Purchase the Following:

• Make-up kit $85.00
• Team warm-up $150.00 (includes embroidery)
• Dance bag $40.00 (includes embroidery)
• Garment bag $40.00 (includes embroidery)

 

Also required for the 2008-2009 Junior and Senior Teams:

• Lyrical shoes
• Jazz shoes
• Pilates mat (purchase from Action Dancewear)
• 2 1-pound weights (purchase from Action Dancewear)
• 2 medium stretch bands (purchase from Action Dancewear)
• Hip alignment belt (purchase from Action Dancewear

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Student Code of Ethics

Dance must be your foremost extra curricular activity.

 

Dance Class:

• I will attend class prepared with all dance shoes, proper
  dance attire, hair secured away from my face, good work
  attitude, a respectful attitude towards teachers and students,
  setting a good example for younger dancers.
• Perfect attendance is my goal.

Rehearsals

• Realizing rehearsals are an important way for my team to score
  its best, I will not miss more than 3 Saturday rehearsals from
  September to April. Violation of this will result in me being unable
  to compete in a particular number or competition.
• Later arrival or early departure from any Saturday rehearsal is
  counted as an absence towards any missed number.
• Appropriate shoes, team shirts, tan tights, black shorts, and hair
  secured away from my face in a low ponytail (competition style).
• I will be prepared with snack/lunch as length of rehearsal dictates.

Competitions

• I will be prepared with all costumes, shoes, makeup, props, and
  accessories for all my dances.
• I will arrive on time as instructed ready to warm-up with my group
  and rehearse dance.
• I will respect my parents, teachers and judges.
• I will stay with my group and act with proper dance etiquette at all times.
• I will say thank you when presented with any award.
• I will not make derogatory statements concerning another dancer or studio.
• I will not yell out at dancers or hang out backstage.
• I will enter and exit only between numbers.
• I will strive for a professional uniform look for each number that I am iin.
• I will wear team warm up on stage at awards for each competition.
• I will strive for my personal best and be proud of my performances.

 

 

 

Parent Code of Ethics

• I will support my child's team, teachers, choreographers, and resolve
  to allow the teachers to manage their dancers and choreography as
  they feel best benefits the entire team.
• I will exhibit exemplary behavior at the studio, performances, and at competitions.
• I will consider the feelings of other dancers and parents.
• I will address all inquires or concerns to Mrs. Janet.
• I will promote team work, sportsmanship, and a competitive spirit for
  all dancers in a positive manner.
• I will not make a judgment on my child's performance.
• I will leave rehearsing and critiques to teachers and judges.
• I will follow proper dance etiquette and not yell out students names
  or anything else during a performance.
• I will only enter and exit any auditorium before or after (not during)
  a dance number. Not all studio directors teach this etiquette.
  Let's set the example.
• I will not video tape or take ANY type of pictures in the auditorium
  or backstage of a group during their performance.

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Tuition Fees

 

30 minute class	$32.00
45 minute class	$45.00
1 hour class	$50.00
1 1/2 hour class	$65.00
2 hours	$80.00
2 1/2 hours	$95.00
3 hours	$112.00
3 1/2 hours	$130.00
4 hours	$148.00
4 1/2 hours	$165.00
5 hours and up max	$180.00 single $200.00 family
Private Lessons	$50.00 per hour

 

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Costume Fees

 

Costume fees are due November 15. You will receive a studio

invoice for the costume amount due. The students are

measured and the costumes are ordered in mid to late December.

No refunds will be made on costumes after January 15.

No costumes will be ordered without pre-payment. Costumes

arrive in mid April and will be handed out in May in time for

studio recital photos. However, account must be paid in

full for the entire season to receive your costume and

participate in the spring recital.

 

Note: There is an extra envelope in your payment booklet

for the costume payment and for the recital fee. They are

clearly marked to avoid confusion.

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Recital Fee

 

Act One Dance Studio does not charge admission to attend

the recitals. We charge a family recital fee for each family

enrolled at the studio. The recital fee is $68.00 per family

and is due February 15th.

 

Note: There is an extra envelope in your payment booklet

for the costume payment and for the recital fee. They are

clearly marked to avoid confusion.

 

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Birthday Parties

 

Birthday parties offered in Rock Star and Princess themes.

Call 817-485-3284 for booking and packages offered.

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Studio Rentals

Studio A	$20/hour with $10 deposit
Studio B	$25/hour with $20 deposit
Studio C	$40/hour with $25 deposit

 

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Miscellaneous

• Practice CD's may be purchased for $10.00
• Private Lessons @ $50.00 per hour
• Solo routine choreographed $250.00.
• Call 817-485-3284 for duet or group.

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