REGISTRATION: An annual registration fee of $30 for single student, $45 for 2 or more children in a family is due at the time of sign-up and are non-refundable. Incidental fees such as recital tickets, costume fees, extra rehearsal fees, etc., are NOT included in tuition & registration fees and will be set as needed. Tuition and Registration fees are subject to change.
TUITION: Monthly Tuition is processed electronically set up as an auto-pay, drawn on the 5th of each month. The auto-debit can be set up through a credit card or debit card with the Visa, Mastercard or Discover logo. The number of days that classes are in session are totaled to produce an average MONTHLY tuition cost. The tuition amount remains the same from month to month, regardless of how many weeks are in a given month or when holidays fall. Classes and/or teachers are subject to change without notice. A 10% prepay discount is available to those who wish to pay in advance for the full year.
Return payment or check fee is $30. Delinquent Accounts: Accounts delinquent more than 30 days accrue a 10% charge/month on delinquent amounts. Accounts with amounts delinquent more than 60 days may be dropped from classes.
It is assumed that your enrollment will continue month to month. You are responsible for monthly tuition billed to your account until the school year comes to an end in June. If you wish to terminate enrollment or withdraw from a class, ONE MONTH NOTICE IS REQUIRED. A Withdrawal Form must be filled out and signed by the 5th of the month, to be effective the 5th of the following month. You agree to pay tuition for the classes you (myself/son/daughter,etc) are enrolled in up until the final cancellation date. This notice requirement includes ALL classes that dancers are enrolled in. Example, if your dancer is enrolled in Ballet & Jazz and would no longer like to take Jazz, one month's notice must be given in writing and the withdrawal form must be filled out one month prior, even if your dancer will continue to be enrolled in the Ballet class. In the event of a withdrawal on prepaid annual tuition, the annual tuition discount will be forfeited in the refund and a 5% fee will be assessed on the tuition amount to be refunded to cover administrative costs, transaction charges, etc.
ATTENDANCE: In the event of missed classes, tuition will not be refunded. Students have the opportunity to make-up any missed classes by attending another class, in that Session, at their level, within 30 days of the missed class. Students are responsible for attending all classes regularly. If a student fails to attend class for 4 consecutive classes, they may be removed from the class roster and in order to re-enroll you will need to pay a $15 re-enrollment fee. Re-enrollment will be contingent on space availability in the class. The last month of classes (following the Spring Gala recital) is used to evaluate and place students for the following regular Session. Failure to attend may impact class placement until evaluated.
TARDINESS: Classes are constructed in a logical manner to warm up and develop the necessary musculature and skill to attain proper technique. Missing the first exercises puts a student in jeopardy as improper warm-up can result in injury. If the instructor deems it appropriate, a student more than 10 minutes late may be asked to sit out for the day and observe. This is to prevent injury and minimize disruptions of the learning experience for the other class members.
DRESS CODE: All students should be dressed appropriately for their specific class - please refer to Parent Handbook. Students not properly attired may be asked to sit & observe class. Appropriate shoes are required for all dance classes - no street shoes on dance floors. Hip Hop requires shoes that are worn ONLY in class - NEVER outside. Avoid strong perfumes or cologne as they could be overpowering to your classmates and a distraction for everyone. Please be sure all dance items are marked clearly with your child's name. NSD is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Dancers should wear their hair controlled for class so that the instructor can see the line the neck and head have in relation to the body. Long hair should be tied back. For ballet, no pony tails or hanging hair - it should be in a bun or wrapped braid, short hair should be held back with a barrette or band, so that it will not interfere with learning.
CLOSINGS: Northwest School of Dance's school year runs approximately mid-September through mid-June for Regular Session and mid-July to mid-August for Summer Session. Classes will meet regularly on a weekly basis unless otherwise noted. We are closed the following days: Halloween, Thanksgiving Break in November, Winter Break in December, President's Day in February, Spring Break in April, and Memorial Day in May. No classes will be held during these dates.
In the event that public schools are closed for inclement weather, Northwest School of Dance classes will be canceled for that day. Inclement weather closures will run in conjunction with Central Kitsap School District closures. Parents: please use your judgment in bad driving conditions-safety is our first priority. Emergency closures will be on our website & Facebook page.
COMMUNICATION: Northwest School of Dance uses email as their main form of communication. Therefore, we will routinely send out emails, including monthly newsletters to keep our clientele informed of current and upcoming events, as well as any information we may feel is important for our clients to be aware of. You understand that if you have not received an email from NSD with 30 days of registration, it is your responsibility to follow up with NSD. If at any time you wish to stop receiving email information, you may choose to "opt out" and understand that you may not receive information needed.
MEDICAL ALERTS: Parents must notify the directors/teachers and/or staff regarding children who use an inhaler or who may require medications during their time at Northwest School of Dance. It is also important to inform the directors/teachers and/or staff about your child's existing medical conditions or learning disabilities at the time of registration and throughout the school year. Our teachers are trained professionals who are eager to work with all children and personalities, and the more we know about your child, the better the dance experience will be for all involved. All information about our students is confidential.
ANNUAL STUDIO PRODUCTION / SPRING GALA: Northwest School of Dance will hold an annual production in the Spring to showcase the hard work and talents of all the students. This is a fun opportunity for kids to perform in the dance styles they've been practicing all year, and a great opportunity to invite your families and friends to come watch your kids' performance. This year's show week will take place May 12th-16th, and will be held at the Bremerton High School Performing Arts Center. It is assumed that all students enrolled in classes will take part in this performance and you agree to pay fees accrued, unless the studio is notified - prior to incurring costs. Fees are NOT refundable. Each FAMILY will receive one (1) complimentary ticket for the entire Spring recital. Families will receive a specific code to redeem their ticket online with our ticketing company in April. Students may be in multiple shows (there are 3 Spring recital shows). Families are responsible for purchasing any additional tickets.
SPRING GALA RECITAL COSTUMES: Non-refundable costume DEPOSITS of $35/class are posted in November and due by Nov. 15th. Costume BALANCES are posted after the final costume order in February and are due by March 15th. Costume fees not paid by the due dates will be auto-withdrawn from the card on file with NSD. Costumes may need minor alterations to bette
Each individual is participation at their own risk. If you are 21 or older, you alone may sign that you understand this risk, however if under 21, a legal parent of guardian must sign. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Northwest School of Dance and it owners, officers, and employees from any damage or loss arising our to the individual's participation with said organization, whether inside or outside the studio facility, or at an offsite location. I recognize the risk of illness and injury inherent in any dance exercise program and therefore waive and release Northwest School of dance from any and all claims, cost, liabilities, expenses, judgments including attorney's fees and court costs that may arise out of my participation with Northwest School of Dance. I understand that in signing below, this hold harmless also extends to any person involved/associated with my child such as parents, chaperones, guardians, grandparents, ect., whom may be responsible for the child specified on this form on any particular day or circumstance.
I, who by law may do so, authorize the administration of emergency medical treatment to myself, my son, or my daughter, who is subject to this form. I understand all reasonable safety precautions will be taken at all times by Northwest school of Dance and its agents to avoid accident, injury, and disease, and therefore, I will not hold Northwest School of Dance and its agents liable for any accident, injury, or disease incurred by subject of this form. I understand that if the event of medical intervention is needed, every attempt will be made to contact the person(s) above immediately.
