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Georgia Academy of Dance & the Performing Arts
Dance Policies
Our Mission is to provide an atmosphere where the dancer can discover
the artist within.
We use positive correction and provide a positive classroom for each
dancer to thrive in.
The following is a list of information and policies for each
Georgia Academy of Dance & the Performing Arts Student:
1. Classroom Etiquette -
Students must be on time for class. Students must adhere to all class
requirements set forth by teacher. Students must follow all dress code
requirements. No gum, food or drink (except water bottle) is allowed in
the studios
2. Monthly Tuition -Tuition
is due by the 15th of each month. A $10.00 late fee will be assessed on
the 16thof each month if tuition is not paid by the 15th. Statements are
not sent out. Tuition is based on a yearly fee for the total classes
provided and not on the number of classes per month. Allowances have
been made for holidays. Tuition is paid thru the 1st week of June for all students.
A 10% discount will be applied (in the month of August only) for yearly
tuition paid in full. If student withdraws before the end of season the
10% discount will not be applied for the refund.
Students are guaranteed a minimum of 36 times of instruction per season
from August thru 1st week of June. Instruction includes classes and
any additional rehearsals including dress rehearsals.
June pro-rated tuition is due with May tuition as we will not
distribute costumes until all tuition is paid in full. Costumes are
distributed mid May.
Note we do not automatically set up recurring payment system. Parents
must go online or call office personnel to set up recurring payment
system.
Our online payment system is a secure site. Please do not send credit
card information via email.
Input your credit info directly into the secure site or have office
personnel do so. GAD cannot access your credit card information once it
is input into the secure site.
Visa or Mastercard Credit or Debit cards may be used.
To make online payments go to www.gadance.com click on Tuition
Payments click on correct studio location input email input
password (or if you do not have one click on Forgot Password the
system will send you a confidential password that you may change)
You will always receive an email confirmation on online payments made.
3. Absences - Students can
make up classes missed during the same month of absence. No refund will
be given for classes missed.
4. Withdrawal from a class
must be done in writing 30 days before actual withdrawal date. Charges will continue to be accessed until
withdrawal form is completed and signed. If student withdraws in middle
of the year and returns within that same dance/music/drama season, then
a $25.00 re-enrollment fee will be charged. Re-enrollment is not allowed
after February.
Withdrawal forms are at front desk or send email to info@gadance.com
attention Sherri Davis
You will receive a response if you do not receive a response we did
not receive the email.
If your child is not having a positive experience at GAD please
communicate with Director, Sherri Davis it is our goal to produce
healthy, happy, educated dancers!
5. Placement & Advancement
of students is strictly decided by the professional staff of Georgia
Academy of Dance & the Performing Arts and is not based on the desires
of the parents.
It is typical for your child to spend more than one to two years in a
level.
6. Hip Hop 9-11 Requirements
- In order to promote well-rounded jazz technique, all Hip Hop students
ages 9-11must be enrolled in a one hour jazz technique class. Hip Hop is
a style of jazz and will only be taught to this age group as an
additional class to the trained jazz dancer.
7. P Level Ballet Requirements
all Pre-Professional level ballet students are required to take a
minimum of 2 P-level ballet classes per week. It is typical to spend 2-4
years in each level.
8. Pointe Students are
students currently enrolled in P-level ballet classes. These students
are evaluated on an individual basis to be placed on pointe. Students
must be at least age 10 to be evaluated for pointe work.
9. Inclement Weather Closings
- we follow the Fayette (for PTC location) County & Coweta (for Newnan
location) County School systems for all inclement weather closings.
Classes missed may be made up within the same month.
10. Annual Performances -
GAD presents annual performances for each student to participate.
Costume Fees are due by October 15th
Early Childhood Dance Program All Creative Movement, Combo Ballet/Tap,
Pre-Classes
Costume Fee - $65.00
All Other Dance Programs
$75.00
(After October 15th a $10.00 late fee will be added to each costume fee)
(Pro-Rated June tuition must be paid with May tuition in order for
students to receive costume and perform) Performance/Costume Fees
include costume, headpiece, accessories and some props.
Tights and Shoes not included. Costumes not picked up within 30 days
after productions will be sold as part of the Georgia Dance Theatre
fundraising event.
11. Personal videotaping or
still photography is strictly prohibited (security will remove all
violators cameras until after production) during Georgia Academy of
Dance, Inc. performances. Georgia Academy of Dance, Inc. produces
professional performances without distraction to our patrons or our
students. Georgia Academy of Dance, Inc. engages a professional
videographer and photographer for dress rehearsals and/or performances. Photos of students will
only be displayed for individual purchase or for display in the studio.
Georgia Academy of Dance, Inc. holds the lawful copyright of all
choreography of productions and and/or dances within and cannot be
copied in any form.
12. Performing students
will not be allowed to leave auditorium until dismissed. This includes
performance and dress rehearsal times. If parent request dismissal of
child before production or rehearsal is complete then student will not
be allowed to return to Georgia Academy of Dance & the Performing Arts.
Performing is a part of your childs overall dance education.
We respect your child as a performer and expect all patrons to do the
same.
13. Medical Liability -
Georgia Academy of Dance, Inc. is not liable for any unforeseen medical
condition that might arise from participating in the programs at Georgia
Academy of Dance, Inc.
14. Information Parents
must submit their email address to the front desk in order to receive
updates and newsletters. We will no longer send out hard copies. All
updates will be sent via email in Microsoft Word format.
GAD newsletters come out once per month if you have not been receiving
updates from us your email is not up to date or in the system. Please
call the front desk or email info@gadance.com to update.
15. Communication - GADs
Director, Sherri Davis, encourages open communication.
Please contact her immediately if there are any concerns or suggestions
in order to ensure that your child has a positive experience at GAD.
Call the main office at (770) 631-3128 or email her at
info@gadance.com.
Dress Code:
Early Childhood Program
(these dress code items are mandatory in order to participate in the
dance program at GAD)
Creative Movement Pink leotard, pink Capezio tights,
pink Capezio ballet shoes (pink skirt if desired)
Hair pulled back away from face
Combo Ballet/Tap Pink leotard, pink Capezio tights,
pink Capezio ballet shoes, black patent tap shoes (pink skirt if
desired) Hair pulled back away from face
Pre- Ballet Pink Leotard, Pink Capezio tights, Pink
Capezio ballet shoes (pink skirt if desired). Hair pulled up in bun or
hair snood
Pre- Tap Any color leotard, black jazz pants (not
crop pants), black patent tap shoes
Hair pulled back away from face
Pre- Jazz Any color leotard, black jazz pants (not
crop pants), Capezio black lace up or slip on jazz oxford
Hair pulled back away from face
1 Hour Dance Disciplines
Ballet Black leotard,
Capezio pink tights, Capezio pink leather or canvas ballet shoes, (black
chiffon skirts Optional)
Hair in bun or in hair snood
Jazz Any color leotard, black jazz pants (not crop
pants), Capezio or So Danca black lace up or slip on jazz oxford. Hair
in ponytail
Hip Hop Ages 9-11
Any color leotard, Capezio or So Danca black lace-up or slip on jazz
pants, Capezio black lace-up or slip on jazz oxford (no shirts allowed)
Hair in ponytail
Hip Hop Ages 12&up
Any color leotard, black jazz pants (not crop pants), black Capezio DS11
Jazz Sneaker
If shirt is desired over leotard student may purchase Mondor style
#3856 shirt any color
No other type shirt will be allowed! Hair in ponytail
Tap Level I (8-10 yr only) -Any color leotard, black jazz pants (not
crop pants), black flat lace up tap shoes
Hair in ponytail
Tap Level I 11&up and all other levels above -
Any color leotard, black jazz pants (not crop pants), black Sansha
character heeled tap shoe with strap
Hair in ponytail
Modern any color leotard, suntan Capezio footless
tights, Hair in ponytail
Lyrical any color leotard, black jazz pants (not crop
pants), no shoes, Hair in ponytail
Boys Black shorts, white t-shirt, black socks, black
ballet, jazz or tap shoes
Ballroom Women Black or Nude Ballroom Shoes
Men comfortable dress shoes no tennis shoes
Pre-Professional Levels
Ballet P-Levels- Black
spaghetti strap leotard, pink Capezio seamless tights, pink canvas or
leather split sole ballet shoes, No skirts
Pointe & Variations any color leotard, pink Capezio
seamless tights, any color chiffon skirt
Jazz, Tap P Levels - same as 1 hour disciplines
Modern P Levels Any color leotard, black tights over
the leotard, footless or transition
To enroll at Georgia Academy of Dance, Inc. parents and/or
students must agree to the above policies.
When a child is enrolled thru online registration or manual registration
form parents are agreeing to above stated policies. These policies are
also listed on our website www.gadance.com
Music Students see Music Policies provided by Music Educators
Email:
info@gadance.com
Georgia Academy of
Dance
Mailing Address: PO Box 3163 Peachtree City, GA 30269
453 Hwy 74 South, Peachtree City, GA 30269
1111 Lower Fayetteville Rd, Newnan, GA 30265
770-631-3128
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