Elite Dance Studio Policies & Information
Policies and Information 2023-2024
Tuition: Tuition is paid in nine installments (September – May). The first installment is due, along with the applicable registration fees when enrolling in classes. The 8 remaining installments are due on the 1st of each month (October-May). Tuition is based on a yearly rate, from September through May, paid in nine payments. Thirty-one lessons are included in your tuition (including picture day, dress rehearsal and two weather/emergency cancellations). We do not prorate tuition for any reason. Holidays and closures are already calculated into your nine payments.
Classes with a January 1st start date have 17 classes included in 5 tuition installments January-May. Holidays and closures are already calculated into your 5 payments. January tuition and registration fees are due at the time of registration. The remaining installments are due the 1st of each month (February-May).
**If your payment is received after the 7th day of each month regardless of absence or illness, a late fee of $15.00 will be added to your account. An additional $25 late fee will be added to your account on the 15th of each month. Students who fall two months behind on payments will not be allowed to take dance class, until the account is paid in full with cash or credit card, including late fees. Families with any outstanding balance 60 days past due will be automatically dropped from classes. Late fee notices will be emailed on the 8th and on the 15th.
Any account with a balance remaining on May 8th will be subject to a $50 late fee. No exceptions. All accounts must be paid in full, including late fees, no later than May 9th to participate in Dress Rehearsal and Recital.
There are no refunds for missed classes. If your child misses a class, he/she can make it up during another class that is similar to the registered class. Make-ups must be completed by April 2023. Only currently enrolled dancers may make-up classes. Please be aware that many classes are working on recital dances during the months of February-May (dances may not be the same as your dancer’s). There will be no make-ups after May 1st.
Payments may be made with cash or credit card only. Checks are no longer accepted. All credit cards are accepted in the studio office. Visa & MasterCard are accepted online via your customer portal.
Registration: In order to be registered, you must complete the online registration, pay the registration fee, and the first month’s tuition installment.
Age Deadline: November 1, 2023 is the age eligibility deadline date for class placement. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Recital: The recital and dress rehearsal will be held sometime in mid or late May/early June. Exact dates are not finalized until March/April. Dancing in the recital is optional and not a requirement to participate in the class. Expenses will include costumes, recital tickets, and tights/shoes/undergarments. Costume pictures and recital digital links are optional to purchase. Each class will perform in one to three shows. Exact details will be released in April. Families may need to attend more than one show in order to see all their children(s)’ dances.
Costumes: Costumes are required for each routine a student will be performing in the year end recital. Prices range from $80.00-$95.00 per costume. Tights/shoes/undergarments will be an additional cost. Costumes MUST be paid in full by November 4, 2023. Each class will be learning one dance. **Late payments will not be accepted and costumes will NOT be ordered after November 4, 2023.**
Refunds: Refunds will not be issued for tuition, registration fees, recital tickets, or costume balances. No exceptions. There will be no refunds for a student’s absence from class. If class enrollment does not exceed five students, the class will be cancelled and students will be reassigned to another class. Refunds will be issued only if the studio cancels a class and another class is not an option.
If you withdraw on or before November 3, 2023, your costume payment can be refunded. If you withdraw on or after November 4, your costume has been ordered and you will receive your costume when it comes in. You will be called when the costume is ready for pick up and it must be picked up before July 1, 2024. All unclaimed costumes will be donated on July 1, 2024.
Withdrawal/Addition of Classes: In the event that a student needs to withdraw early, written notice must be sent to info@elitedancemaryland.com in order to close the account and prevent from further billing. Accounts remain open and payments will be due until written notice is submitted to the email listed above. Any past tuition must be paid before a drop request will be processed. Drop notices will not be accepted over the telephone or at the studio. Students wishing to add a class after the initial registration must complete the online registration on the Customer Portal.
Parent’s Responsibility to be Aware of Dates and Events: It is the responsibility of the parents to be aware of all dance studio activities, such as recitals, opening or closings, and picture days. The studio notices are posted on the bulletin board, the website, social media, and in the monthly newsletter. All information, including tuition statements, recital newsletters, picture day schedules, studio events and all important notices.updates are sent to the e-mail on file in your customer portal. Please update your customer portal if your address, e-mail address, or telephone number changes.
Levels and Placement: Each student is closely evaluated by the faculty and director. EDS has a syllabus for each class that the faculty follows. Once the dancers progress beyond the combo classes, students do not move up to the next level according to age or the amount of years that they have studied dance. Levels at EDS are designed to be repeated for multiple years. They must be able to execute proper technique of each movement for that level. It is extremely important that dancers are placed in a level that is appropriate for them, as frustration and even injury may occur.
Attendance: Attendance and participation is imperative for a dance student to progress. Proper technique and dance skills are accomplished through practice and patience. Advancement to the next level may not be possible due to poor attendance. IF a dancer has inconsistent attendance, participation in the recital is solely at the discretion of the teachers and the studio director. No refunds on missed classes nor on costume purchases.
Holidays, Inclement Weather, or Other Cancellations: We do not follow Montgomery County Public School systems school closure schedule. Please check our calendar to review which days/holidays we are closed. We also do not follow the MCPS inclement weather closures. A decision will be made by 8:30 AM for morning classes and by 2:30 PM for evening classes. Closings will be on the studio voicemail, social media, and the website. There are 2 emergency cancellations included in the tuition. If an additional classes are cancelled, students may attend a similar class for a makeup. Refunds will not be issued due to inclement weather.
Care of Students: Elite Dance Studio cannot be responsible for the care of students before or after class. For the children’s safety, we also ask that parents come into the studio to pick them up. We do not allow children to go into the parking lot unaccompanied by an adult. Please arrive promptly at the end of your child’s class. After a 10-minute grace period, a $15 late pickup fee is charged to your account.
Lost or Stolen Items: Elite Dance Studio is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please check the bins in the lobby for lost items. All items (except the donated shoes in the donation bin) are donated to charity monthly.
Teacher Conferences/Questions: Please leave a message at the front desk if you would like to speak with your child’s teacher. They will be happy to answer your questions. Please do not delay them between their classes.
Session Class Policies: Registration is finalized when online registration is complete and the full tuition amount is paid. No prorating (unless registering late). No refunds. Session classes do not participate in the recital and do not need a costume. Makeups must be completed within the session.
Studio App: Download our free app, available in the Apple and Google Play stores. Register for classes, view your class schedule, purchase class punch cards for drop-in/guest teacher classes. Important reminders and inclement weather closures will be sent via push notifications.
Other: Elite Dance Studio reserves the unrestricted right to dismiss a family from the school, a class, or a performance whose conduct or influence, in the opinion of the director, is contrary to the best interest of the studio.
SUMMER 2023 Policies
All Summer Classes, Camps and Intensives will be held in-person only
Registration/Payment for Non-Drop in classes: Online registration must be complete and tuition must be paid in full to hold your spot. Cost is for the four-week session. Registration will be reviewed by management before being finalized. Tuition will not be prorated for any reason.
Registration/Payment for Drop in classes: Online registration form must be submitted for new students (Use the drop-in class option. Do not register for any particular class.). Students previously in our system can just show up for class. All drop-in students must pre-pay before class and hand their drop-in coupon to the teacher.
Registration/Payment for Unlimited Classes: Register online. Full non-refundable payment must be received to participate in the unlimited class program. Classes must be taken at the correct placement level. Unlimited class passes must be presented to be admitted into class. Lost cards cannot be replaced. Non-transferable, non-exchangeable. The unlimited class pass does not include pointe or adult classes. For ages 8 & up.
Refunds: Refunds will not be issued for tuition. There will be no refunds for a student’s absence from class. Classes can be made up in similar classes before the end of the session. See teachers for makeup class recommendations.
Cash or Credit Card payment accepted. No Personal Checks. If class enrollment does not exceed five students, the class will be cancelled and students will be reassigned to another class. Refunds will be issued if the studio cancels a class and another class is not an option.
Camp/Intensive Policies:
Week long: $100 non-refundable deposit due at registration. Tuition Balances due by June 15, 2022. Wrap Around Care balances are due at the time of registration. Studio tuition credit will be given for balance and before & after care payments for those dropping after June 15, 2022. No refunds after June 15, 2022.
Teacher Conferences/Questions: Please call or e-mail the studio to arrange a time to talk to your child’s teacher.
Withdrawal/Addition of Classes: In the event that a student needs to withdraw early, a drop slip needs to be filled out and returned to the front desk. Refunds will be given up until June 6 Summer classes. No refunds will be given once classes begin. Students wishing to add a class after the initial registration may register online in the portal.
Levels and Placement: The age cut off date is the first day of each session/camp. The placement of the students in the appropriate level is determined by the director and faculty. Students do not move up to the next level according to age or the amount of years that they have studied dance. They must be able to execute proper technique of each movement for that level. It is extremely important that dancers are placed in a level that is appropriate for them, as frustration and even injury may occur. Dancers need to complete the entire year of a level in order to move up. Dancers do not move up after a summer session.
Combo Class Kits: Little Movers and Rockin’ Tots dancers must purchase a class kit. The cost is $26.50 (tax included). Dancers enrolled in Little Movers, Combo I or Combo II during the 2021-2022 Season do not need to re-purchase a kit. The kits includes a dance bag and all the props needed for the class- it will be the same kit for Season 17 (2022-2023) classes and will not have to be re-purchased.
COVID Statement: All COVID policies will continue to be enforced in accordance with the guidance handed down by the State of Maryland and Montgomery County Health Departments. Currently, masks are optional for all dancers.
Care of Students: Elite Dance Studio cannot be responsible for the care of students before or after class. Please arrive promptly at the end of your child’s class. After a 10-minute grace period, a $15 late pickup fee is charged to your account. Parking on the curb is prohibited.
Lost or Stolen Items: Elite Dance Studio is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please check the bins in the lobbies for lost items. All items (except the donated shoes in the donation bin) are donated to charity monthly.
Tuition: Tuition is paid in nine installments (September – May). The first installment is due, along with the applicable registration fees when enrolling in classes. The 8 remaining installments are due on the 1st of each month (October-May). Tuition is based on a yearly rate, from September through May, paid in nine payments. Thirty-one lessons are included in your tuition (including picture day, dress rehearsal and two weather/emergency cancellations). We do not prorate tuition for any reason. Holidays and closures are already calculated into your nine payments.
Classes with a January 1st start date have 17 classes included in 5 tuition installments January-May. Holidays and closures are already calculated into your 5 payments. January tuition and registration fees are due at the time of registration. The remaining installments are due the 1st of each month (February-May).
**If your payment is received after the 7th day of each month regardless of absence or illness, a late fee of $15.00 will be added to your account. An additional $25 late fee will be added to your account on the 15th of each month. Students who fall two months behind on payments will not be allowed to take dance class, until the account is paid in full with cash or credit card, including late fees. Families with any outstanding balance 60 days past due will be automatically dropped from classes. Late fee notices will be emailed on the 8th and on the 15th.
Any account with a balance remaining on May 8th will be subject to a $50 late fee. No exceptions. All accounts must be paid in full, including late fees, no later than May 9th to participate in Dress Rehearsal and Recital.
There are no refunds for missed classes. If your child misses a class, he/she can make it up during another class that is similar to the registered class. Make-ups must be completed by April 2023. Only currently enrolled dancers may make-up classes. Please be aware that many classes are working on recital dances during the months of February-May (dances may not be the same as your dancer’s). There will be no make-ups after May 1st.
Payments may be made with cash or credit card only. Checks are no longer accepted. All credit cards are accepted in the studio office. Visa & MasterCard are accepted online via your customer portal.
Registration: In order to be registered, you must complete the online registration, pay the registration fee, and the first month’s tuition installment.
Age Deadline: November 1, 2023 is the age eligibility deadline date for class placement. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Recital: The recital and dress rehearsal will be held sometime in mid or late May/early June. Exact dates are not finalized until March/April. Dancing in the recital is optional and not a requirement to participate in the class. Expenses will include costumes, recital tickets, and tights/shoes/undergarments. Costume pictures and recital digital links are optional to purchase. Each class will perform in one to three shows. Exact details will be released in April. Families may need to attend more than one show in order to see all their children(s)’ dances.
Costumes: Costumes are required for each routine a student will be performing in the year end recital. Prices range from $80.00-$95.00 per costume. Tights/shoes/undergarments will be an additional cost. Costumes MUST be paid in full by November 4, 2023. Each class will be learning one dance. **Late payments will not be accepted and costumes will NOT be ordered after November 4, 2023.**
Refunds: Refunds will not be issued for tuition, registration fees, recital tickets, or costume balances. No exceptions. There will be no refunds for a student’s absence from class. If class enrollment does not exceed five students, the class will be cancelled and students will be reassigned to another class. Refunds will be issued only if the studio cancels a class and another class is not an option.
If you withdraw on or before November 3, 2023, your costume payment can be refunded. If you withdraw on or after November 4, your costume has been ordered and you will receive your costume when it comes in. You will be called when the costume is ready for pick up and it must be picked up before July 1, 2024. All unclaimed costumes will be donated on July 1, 2024.
Withdrawal/Addition of Classes: In the event that a student needs to withdraw early, written notice must be sent to info@elitedancemaryland.com in order to close the account and prevent from further billing. Accounts remain open and payments will be due until written notice is submitted to the email listed above. Any past tuition must be paid before a drop request will be processed. Drop notices will not be accepted over the telephone or at the studio. Students wishing to add a class after the initial registration must complete the online registration on the Customer Portal.
Parent’s Responsibility to be Aware of Dates and Events: It is the responsibility of the parents to be aware of all dance studio activities, such as recitals, opening or closings, and picture days. The studio notices are posted on the bulletin board, the website, social media, and in the monthly newsletter. All information, including tuition statements, recital newsletters, picture day schedules, studio events and all important notices.updates are sent to the e-mail on file in your customer portal. Please update your customer portal if your address, e-mail address, or telephone number changes.
Levels and Placement: Each student is closely evaluated by the faculty and director. EDS has a syllabus for each class that the faculty follows. Once the dancers progress beyond the combo classes, students do not move up to the next level according to age or the amount of years that they have studied dance. Levels at EDS are designed to be repeated for multiple years. They must be able to execute proper technique of each movement for that level. It is extremely important that dancers are placed in a level that is appropriate for them, as frustration and even injury may occur.
Attendance: Attendance and participation is imperative for a dance student to progress. Proper technique and dance skills are accomplished through practice and patience. Advancement to the next level may not be possible due to poor attendance. IF a dancer has inconsistent attendance, participation in the recital is solely at the discretion of the teachers and the studio director. No refunds on missed classes nor on costume purchases.
Holidays, Inclement Weather, or Other Cancellations: We do not follow Montgomery County Public School systems school closure schedule. Please check our calendar to review which days/holidays we are closed. We also do not follow the MCPS inclement weather closures. A decision will be made by 8:30 AM for morning classes and by 2:30 PM for evening classes. Closings will be on the studio voicemail, social media, and the website. There are 2 emergency cancellations included in the tuition. If an additional classes are cancelled, students may attend a similar class for a makeup. Refunds will not be issued due to inclement weather.
Care of Students: Elite Dance Studio cannot be responsible for the care of students before or after class. For the children’s safety, we also ask that parents come into the studio to pick them up. We do not allow children to go into the parking lot unaccompanied by an adult. Please arrive promptly at the end of your child’s class. After a 10-minute grace period, a $15 late pickup fee is charged to your account.
Lost or Stolen Items: Elite Dance Studio is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please check the bins in the lobby for lost items. All items (except the donated shoes in the donation bin) are donated to charity monthly.
Teacher Conferences/Questions: Please leave a message at the front desk if you would like to speak with your child’s teacher. They will be happy to answer your questions. Please do not delay them between their classes.
Session Class Policies: Registration is finalized when online registration is complete and the full tuition amount is paid. No prorating (unless registering late). No refunds. Session classes do not participate in the recital and do not need a costume. Makeups must be completed within the session.
Studio App: Download our free app, available in the Apple and Google Play stores. Register for classes, view your class schedule, purchase class punch cards for drop-in/guest teacher classes. Important reminders and inclement weather closures will be sent via push notifications.
Other: Elite Dance Studio reserves the unrestricted right to dismiss a family from the school, a class, or a performance whose conduct or influence, in the opinion of the director, is contrary to the best interest of the studio.
SUMMER 2023 Policies
All Summer Classes, Camps and Intensives will be held in-person only
Registration/Payment for Non-Drop in classes: Online registration must be complete and tuition must be paid in full to hold your spot. Cost is for the four-week session. Registration will be reviewed by management before being finalized. Tuition will not be prorated for any reason.
Registration/Payment for Drop in classes: Online registration form must be submitted for new students (Use the drop-in class option. Do not register for any particular class.). Students previously in our system can just show up for class. All drop-in students must pre-pay before class and hand their drop-in coupon to the teacher.
Registration/Payment for Unlimited Classes: Register online. Full non-refundable payment must be received to participate in the unlimited class program. Classes must be taken at the correct placement level. Unlimited class passes must be presented to be admitted into class. Lost cards cannot be replaced. Non-transferable, non-exchangeable. The unlimited class pass does not include pointe or adult classes. For ages 8 & up.
Refunds: Refunds will not be issued for tuition. There will be no refunds for a student’s absence from class. Classes can be made up in similar classes before the end of the session. See teachers for makeup class recommendations.
Cash or Credit Card payment accepted. No Personal Checks. If class enrollment does not exceed five students, the class will be cancelled and students will be reassigned to another class. Refunds will be issued if the studio cancels a class and another class is not an option.
Camp/Intensive Policies:
Week long: $100 non-refundable deposit due at registration. Tuition Balances due by June 15, 2022. Wrap Around Care balances are due at the time of registration. Studio tuition credit will be given for balance and before & after care payments for those dropping after June 15, 2022. No refunds after June 15, 2022.
Teacher Conferences/Questions: Please call or e-mail the studio to arrange a time to talk to your child’s teacher.
Withdrawal/Addition of Classes: In the event that a student needs to withdraw early, a drop slip needs to be filled out and returned to the front desk. Refunds will be given up until June 6 Summer classes. No refunds will be given once classes begin. Students wishing to add a class after the initial registration may register online in the portal.
Levels and Placement: The age cut off date is the first day of each session/camp. The placement of the students in the appropriate level is determined by the director and faculty. Students do not move up to the next level according to age or the amount of years that they have studied dance. They must be able to execute proper technique of each movement for that level. It is extremely important that dancers are placed in a level that is appropriate for them, as frustration and even injury may occur. Dancers need to complete the entire year of a level in order to move up. Dancers do not move up after a summer session.
Combo Class Kits: Little Movers and Rockin’ Tots dancers must purchase a class kit. The cost is $26.50 (tax included). Dancers enrolled in Little Movers, Combo I or Combo II during the 2021-2022 Season do not need to re-purchase a kit. The kits includes a dance bag and all the props needed for the class- it will be the same kit for Season 17 (2022-2023) classes and will not have to be re-purchased.
COVID Statement: All COVID policies will continue to be enforced in accordance with the guidance handed down by the State of Maryland and Montgomery County Health Departments. Currently, masks are optional for all dancers.
Care of Students: Elite Dance Studio cannot be responsible for the care of students before or after class. Please arrive promptly at the end of your child’s class. After a 10-minute grace period, a $15 late pickup fee is charged to your account. Parking on the curb is prohibited.
Lost or Stolen Items: Elite Dance Studio is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please check the bins in the lobbies for lost items. All items (except the donated shoes in the donation bin) are donated to charity monthly.