Studio Policies

The studio policies were designed to professionally and efficiently regulate the values the studio upholds. Please take a moment to read the information thoroughly and submit any questions or concerns you may have to our staff to be addressed promptly.

NEW FOR 2024-2025 SEASON:  All credit card transactions will be charged 3% a transaction fee.  Cash or check payments received by the 1st of the month will be discounted 5% on tuition only (fees will not be discounted). 

TUITION:  Elevation Dance Studio will run concurrently with the Aurora City School District school year calendar Mid -September 2024- June 2025  Tuition is based on a 9-month dance season. Tuition must be paid in full by the 1st of the month by cash, check or  from a credit/debit card on file. Tuition is based off of 9 months of classes, not per class.  There are no refunds due to illness, holidays or school breaks.  

· Tuition is non- refundable and there are no adjustments for missed classes. Tuition is divided over 9 month dance season and if an absence occurs makeup classes will be made available.

· A $10 late fee will be charged to the dance account for payments after the 15th of the month prior.    

· A $25 fee will be charged to the dance account for any incomplete auto-debit transaction or insufficient funds.

If the dance account is past due by 30 days without any explanation, your child may not participate in class until the dance account is up-to-date

REGISTRATION FEE:  An annual non-refundable fee of $35 is required upon enrollment per student. Families with multiple siblings will receive a $5 discount off of the registration fee per child.  

TIME AND ATTENDANCE:  Be respectful to the Elevation Dance Studio staff and dancers. Regular attendance is required. Please arrive to class on time and be prepared. Classes are structured with a stretch and warm-up to prevent any injuries, technique across the floor, and choreography. There are no refunds for missed classes. Make-up classes are offered for all ages and levels.

BEHAVIOR: Positive attitudes and good behavior are expected from every dancer and parents while in the dance studio and any other function representing Elevation Dance Studio. We strive to build self-confidence, self-esteem, and team-building skills. Any negative behavior will not be tolerated. This rule also applies to social media outlets.

WITHDRAWAL:  If your child decides to no longer participate in dance class at EDS, a written withdrawal notification must be submitted to the office by 15^th of the prior month or your account will continue to be charged.

COSTUME FEE:

Our annual dance recital will be performed in June 2025. The average cost of the recital costumes by levels will range in price from $65.00-$85.00 each costume. 

· Costume pricing will include tights for the dance recital.

· Costume pricing does not include shoes. Shoe styles are specified in the Dress Code.

· Combo class- $90.00 (This is for 2 costumes)

· Level 1- $65.00 & Up

· Level 2- $65.00 & Up

· Level 3- $75.00 & Up

· Competition Team- $85.00 Competition Pieces, $75.00 Ballet Costumes, $50.00 for Acro

· If you register for classes after January 1, 2025, costume balances must be paid in full.

All students participating in the recital are required to purchase the selected costumes to perform in the recital. Costumes are non-refundable and non-returnable therefore you are responsible for the cost even if your child decides not to participate in the recital.

 RECITAL FEE:

Typically, a $50 Recital Fee is due by March 15, 2025 and will be subject to change due to venue and location of 2024-2025 Dance Recital.  Price will include 2 tickets to the annual production.

WEATHER CLOSINGS:

Elevation Dance Studio coincides with the Aurora School District's school year calendar. Our winter break and spring break dates will concur with the district's and the studio will be closed. In the event of bad weather, when Aurora schools are closed, EDS will be closed as well. If there are any unexpected closings or cancellations you will be notified by an email and social media announcements.

** All policies are subject to change **