HDS Ballet POLICY

Dance Better. Live Better.

Preface

Huang Dance Studio, established in 2012 by Artistic Director Junshuang Huang and Principal Cecilia Chen, is dedicated to providing exceptional ballet education. Our commitment to excellence comes with certain responsibilities that both students and parents must acknowledge.

Attendance

Regular attendance is crucial for optimal learning.
Students may miss classes, but makeup classes within the paid semester are mandatory.
Excessive absences are discouraged, and no discounts are provided for missed classes.

Tuition, Payment, and Credits

Tuition is non-negotiable, non-refundable, and non-transferable.
Payments are made on a semester basis through various methods.
Online transactions may involve a credit system for refunds, cancellations, etc.
Accounts will not be refunded or cashed out.
Balances must be used or spent before dropping off regular classes.
Once dropped off, the balance becomes unavailable.
Due to the weather conditions, we are following the school's decisions and canceling regular classes. There will be no credit, refund, or extra open class to make up for missed sessions.
The competition, exam, and recital registration fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Cancellation

Withdrawing mid-term requires full payment of the term's fees.
Official withdrawal notification is necessary to avoid accumulating fees.

Enrollment

Ballet classes are categorized by age and skill.
New students undergo audition try-outs for proper class placement.
Dress code adherence is mandatory during audition try-outs.
Students must not learn ballet from other schools to maintain the studio's teaching integrity.
Contemporary dance becomes mandatory for students up to Grade 3.

Dress Code

Hair must be secured away from the face.
Proper attire aids in correcting body alignment and technique.
Label dancewear; the studio is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Uniform compliance is essential for RAD classes.

Class Etiquette and Expectations

Punctuality and appropriate attire are expected.
Disciplined behavior and no running, climbing, or horseplay allowed.
Gum, food, and drinks are prohibited.
Parents are not allowed in classrooms or to record dancers.
Phones must be silent or off during class.
Respectful behavior is mandatory; bullying is not tolerated.

Dog Friendly

Private Lessons

Private lessons are scheduled by appointment.

Age and Learning Hours Requirements

Pre-Primary

Minimum Age: 5

Required learning hrs./week : N/A

RAD EXAM learning hrs: N/A

Primary

Minimum Age: 6

Required learning hrs./week : N/A

RAD EXAM learning hrs: 40

Grade 1-2

Minimum Age: 7

Required learning hrs./week : N/A

RAD EXAM learning hrs: 70

Grade 3-5 (Audition)

Minimum Age: 7

Required learning hrs./week : 3

RAD EXAM learning hrs: 95

Grade 6-8 (Audition)

Minimum Age: 11

Required learning hrs./week : 3

RAD EXAM learning hrs: 130

Intermediate Foundation (Audition)

Minimum Age: 11