Frequently Asked Questions

Many of the questions that get asked so often by parents are listed here. If your question still needs some attention, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.

1. What are the "Footlighters?"
2. What kind of dance attire is required for class?
3. Can I watch my son or daughter dance during their lessons?
4. Is there a recital?
5. Do I need a special costume for the recital?
6. How much are the classes?
7. How should I do my daughter's hair for dance?
8. Do I have to pay full tuition for the months where there are only 3 classes?
9. When is registration?
10. How old does my child have to be to be able to take lessons at your studio?

Answers

1. Dance Etc’s performing company is a separate group of students who are committed to presenting mini-shows for various community organizations and affairs. They attend extra classes as a part of their preparatory and rehearsal phase and offer dance productions for all occasions. Their services are available year-round and also extend to out of town competitions. They must be 9 years old and have 3 years of dance. Fundraisers are an essential part of this organization. Auditions are required to become a Footlighter.

Back to top

2. Students MUST have appropriate dancewear. Proper dance attire helps build character and self esteem. It is essential to the integrity and discipline of being a dancer. Dance attire varies by class, so check out the classes page for specific information about your class.

Back to top

3. Parents are invited to observe their child in class during the first lesson of November and February. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS to this rule. Please do not bring small children or babies in to observe a class. For the benefit of the students, parents will not be allowed to remain in the studio while a lesson is being conducted, as it tends to disturb the class.

Back to top

4. The year's work culminates with a recital featuring the accomplishments of each class. This allows each student to experience performing: a very necessary part of their dance training. The recital will be held in June.

Back to top

5. Costumes come ready made, and are ordered by the studio during Christmas break. A deposit of $50 per costume must be made with the October tuition, with any balance due no later than March 15th. Students whose parents have not made the deposit, will not have costumes order and will not be able to participate in the summer recital.

Back to top

6.Prices per class vary depending on which class you are taking, and how many. 45 minute classes are $30 per month, while hour long classes are $40 per month. Discounts are given for multiple classes.

Back to top

7. Buns, pony tail(s), whatever! The only requirement for practice is that all students must have their hair pulled back and away from their face.

Back to top

8. Tuition is billed and payable monthly. The rate stays the same per month, no matter what the number of classes happen to fall on your particular day. Due to holidays, there may be some classes that only meet 3 times during the month, while other months, because of the setup of the calendar, may meet 5 times. Either way, tuition stays the same.

Back to top

9. Open registration for all classes is held at the end of July of each year. Classes fill up fast so make sure you contact Dance Etc to reserve your spot today.

Back to top

10. Children as young as 3 years old can take classes at Dance Etc. We offer a TumbleTots program that works on teaching young kids flexibility and balance, and a 3 year old Kinderdance program that works on teaching the kids the basics of dance. For more information, check out the classes page.

Back to top