Policies for Dancers
FOR DANCERS...
We believe dance is about more than technique. We want every dancer to develop confidence, character, discipline, and respect while contributing to a positive studio community.
These expectations apply to all dancers, year-round.
Prepared
Respectful
Safe
Responsible
Online
Belong
Prepared
Promptness matters. Dancers should arrive early enough to use the restroom, get a drink, secure their hair, dress appropriately, gather their shoes, and be mentally and physically ready for class.
- Arrive on time and prepared.
- Follow the required dress code and have appropriate shoes.
- Make every effort to attend consistently.
- Dancers arriving more than 10 minutes late may be asked to observe.
- If you arrive late, ask your instructor before joining class.
Respectful
We expect dancers to show respect to themselves, their classmates, instructors, and staff.
- Listen and avoid unnecessary talking during class.
- Follow instructor directions and be willing to try new things.
- Bring positive energy and a willingness to work.
- Encourage your fellow dancers and celebrate their successes.
- No gossip, bullying, exclusion, inappropriate language, or disruptive behavior.
- No running, yelling, rough play, or sitting during class.
- No leaning or hanging on ballet barres.
Safe
Dancers are responsible for communicating with their instructor about injuries or physical limitations.
- Tell your instructor about an injury before class.
- Follow instructor guidance regarding modifications or observation.
- If you are sick, please stay home.
- Practice safe behaviors for yourself and your classmates.
- If you need to leave early, notify your instructor beforehand.
Responsible
Our studio is a shared space, and everyone plays a role in keeping it welcoming and clean.
- Keep personal belongings organized and walkways clear.
- Clean up after yourself and throw away all trash.
- No food, gum, or drinks other than water in studio rooms.
- Cell phones should be put away during class unless an instructor gives permission.
- Use headphones for personal music or videos in common areas.
- Remove dance shoes and cover or change dance attire before leaving the studio.
Online
Our expectations for kindness and respect extend online.
- Ask permission before posting or tagging others.
- Never use social media or group messages to gossip, bully, exclude, embarrass, or speak negatively about others.
- Ask permission before creating group chats involving other dancers.
- Use official studio channels for studio-related communication.
If you wouldn't say it in person, don't post it.
Belong
Good dance etiquette is just as important as good dance technique.
Every dancer contributes to the culture of our studio. We want our dancers to learn how to work hard, receive feedback, support others, take responsibility, and contribute positively to a team.
These are skills that extend far beyond the dance studio.
- Come ready to learn.
- Come ready to work.
- Come ready to grow.
- Come ready to belong.
Prepared
Promptness matters. Dancers should arrive early enough to use the restroom, get a drink, secure their hair, dress appropriately, gather their shoes, and be mentally and physically ready for class.
- Arrive on time and prepared.
- Follow the required dress code and have appropriate shoes.
- Make every effort to attend consistently.
- Dancers arriving more than 10 minutes late may be asked to observe.
- If you arrive late, ask your instructor before joining class.
Respectful
We expect dancers to show respect to themselves, their classmates, instructors, and staff.
- Listen and avoid unnecessary talking during class.
- Follow instructor directions and be willing to try new things.
- Bring positive energy and a willingness to work.
- Encourage your fellow dancers and celebrate their successes.
- No gossip, bullying, exclusion, inappropriate language, or disruptive behavior.
- No running, yelling, rough play, or sitting during class.
- No leaning or hanging on ballet barres.
Safe
Dancers are responsible for communicating with their instructor about injuries or physical limitations.
- Tell your instructor about an injury before class.
- Follow instructor guidance regarding modifications or observation.
- If you are sick, please stay home.
- Practice safe behaviors for yourself and your classmates.
- If you need to leave early, notify your instructor beforehand.
Responsible
Our studio is a shared space, and everyone plays a role in keeping it welcoming and clean.
- Keep personal belongings organized and walkways clear.
- Clean up after yourself and throw away all trash.
- No food, gum, or drinks other than water in studio rooms.
- Cell phones should be put away during class unless an instructor gives permission.
- Use headphones for personal music or videos in common areas.
- Remove dance shoes and cover or change dance attire before leaving the studio.
Online
Our expectations for kindness and respect extend online.
- Ask permission before posting or tagging others.
- Never use social media or group messages to gossip, bully, exclude, embarrass, or speak negatively about others.
- Ask permission before creating group chats involving other dancers.
- Use official studio channels for studio-related communication.
If you wouldn't say it in person, don't post it.
Belong
Good dance etiquette is just as important as good dance technique.
Every dancer contributes to the culture of our studio. We want our dancers to learn how to work hard, receive feedback, support others, take responsibility, and contribute positively to a team.
These are skills that extend far beyond the dance studio.
- Come ready to learn.
- Come ready to work.
- Come ready to grow.
- Come ready to belong.