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Ms. Jessica Courtland

(734) 759-3102
danceavenue@yahoo.com
Avenue Paved With Dreams, Illuminated by Stars... Our Stars!
Dance Avenue
14270 Eureka Rd.
Southgate, MI 48195
Business Hours:
Mon-Thurs 4:30-9:00pm
Saturday 9:30-4:00pm
734 759-3102
e-mail:
danceavenue@yahoo.com


Dance Avenue Information & Policies
Any Questions regarding Dance Avenue's policies,
please contact the studio at 734-759-3102,
or e-mail danceavenue@yahoo.com
DRESS CODE
Dancewear is required for ALL classes as instructors must be able to see the dancer's form for optimum instruction. Hair must always be securely fastened back as loose hair can distract a dancer when performing many dance moves. NO STREET CLOTHING ALLOWED. In the event a student wears street clothes to class, a dress code violation slip will be sent home to the parents. Dancewear and shoes are available for purchase at Dancin' Feet (Southgate), Lynch's (Dearborn), Dosans (Flatrock) or through the Discount Dance Supply Catalogue (800-328-7107) & www.discountdance.com. Light Toast, Convertible Light Toast and Ballet Pink Tights are available for purchase at Dance Avenue as well as Lyrical "Foot Undeez" and other stylish Dance Avenue apparel and duffel bags.
ATTENDANCE
We encourage all students to arrive early to class in order to be prepared for the start of class.
Absence Policy: If a student misses a class more than five times, s/he may not be allowed to perform in the annual Dance Avenue Recital. Good attendance is imperative as absences and tardiness can hold back an entire class. There are no "make up" classes for absent students, however, the instructors will do their best to help a student "catch up" on the missed material. PLEASE CALL the studio if your child will be absent. Also, please let the front desk know if someone other than a parent will be picking-up your child from class.
CLASS OBSERVATION
Class observation days will be at the discretion of the instructors. Parents will see more progress when viewing is limited. Scheduled parent and friend viewing weeks will be held in the months of December and May.
NEWSLETTERS
At the beginning of each month a studio newsletter will be handed out or available for pick-up at the front desk. Please ask your child, each month, if they have received a newsletter. These newsletters contain very important Dance Avenue information that parents should be aware of monthly.
WEATHER CONDITIONS
In case of a "Snow Day" (Mon.-Thurs), please call the studio after 12:00pm (NOON), or one hour before class (Saturday) and the voicemail recording will indicate as to whether or not classes will be cancelled for that day/evening. If most of the Downriver schools are closed, including Southgate schools, then Dance Avenue classes will be cancelled as well.
WWW.DANCEAVENUEINC.COM
Please check the website often for the most up-to-date studio happenings. The "Calendar" tab will keep you updated in case a newsletter doesn't make it home.
REGISTRATION FEE
A $10.00 (per student/family) registration fee is required upon time of Fall Registration. This fee will hold your child's place in their registered dance class and is non-refundable. (If you can pay your first month's tuition at the time of registration we will waive the $10.00 fee.)
TUITION
Each month's tuition is due by the last day of the preceding month. (Example: October's tuition is due by September 30th.) There will be a $20.00 late fee if tuition is not paid by the 5th of the month. (NO EXCEPTIONS) Failure to pay monthly tuition may result in a students dismissal from class. Please note: tuition remains the same whether it is a short (3 week) or a long (5 week) month, and regardless of absences. Tuition is non-refundable. Cash, Check, Debit, Visa & MasterCard are accepted. There will be a $25.00 fee for all returned/bounced checks. For payment made by check please indicate child's last name if not the same as parent. All account balances must be paid in full before the June Recital, or your child may not be able to perform in the Annual Dance Avenue Recital. TO AVOID LATE FEES, PLEASE MAIL YOUR TUITION PAYMENTS TO THE STUDIO BEFORE OR ON THE 5TH OF THE MONTH.
One Class Weekly $45.00 / Month
Two Classes Weekly $70.00 / Month
Three Classes Weekly $90.00 / Month
Four Classes Weekly $100.00/ Month
(Add only $10.00 for each class thereafter)
Competitive Dance Team: $20.00 / Monthly Flat Fee
Pay-As-You-Go, Per Class Drop-In Fee: $15.00 per class
Private Lessons Available Upon Request
1/2 Hour $30.00; 45 min. $45.00; 1 Hour $60.00
ASK ABOUT OUR FAMILY PLAN DISCOUNTS!!!
COSTUMES
Costume cost will be added to tuition for the months of September - December. COSTUMES ARE NON- REFUNDABLE. Regular tuition rates will apply January - June. Another option is to pay your child's costumes in full with October's tuition. Costumes are ordered in early November, therefore they are ordered a bit larger for growth, and alterations may have to be made.
AGES 11 & UNDER $16.00/month PER COSTUME (Sept-Dec) or $64.00 PER COSTUME (paid in full)
AGES 12 & OVER $18.00/month PER COSTUME (Sept-Dec) or $72.00 PER COSTUME (paid in full)
DISCOUNTS
The studio offers a 10% discount (ONE MONTH FREE) if payment is made at Fall Registration for the entire school year's tuition (Sept-June). DEADLINE: In order to receive this discount, the FULL school years tuition must be made in the month of September. Discount applies to the month of June 2010.
REFERRALS
Enroll a friend for the school year and receive ONE MONTH FREE - redeemable in June 2010. This applies only if the referred student stays for the entire school year. (One referral per family.)
DANCE AVENUE BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Have your child's birthday party at Dance Avenue! Package deals are available. For more details please call or e-mail the studio.
RECITAL
Our Annual Dance Recital will be held on June, 19th 2010 at the fabulous Lincoln Park High School Auditorium. There are no additional fees added for the Recital, only the purchase of tickets. Students must attend all mandatory in-house rehearsals and the Dress Rehearsal on June 18th. Further details will be announced throughout the school year. Check your monthly newsletters or the website for the most current Recital news. Also, a DVD of the Recital will be made available for purchase.
DANCE AVENUE COMPETITIVE DANCE TEAM
Only dedicated dancers need apply! Students (ages 8 & older) may audition for the Dance Avenue Competitive Dance Team and attend Regional Competitions throughout the school year plus a National Competition in Myrtle Beach. It is a pre-requisite that all students wishing to audition must be enrolled in a Ballet technique class. For more information please click the "Dance Team" tab.
DANCE AVENUE BUSINESS HOURS:
MONDAY-THURSDAY 4:30pm - 9:00pm
SATURDAY 9:30am - 4:00pm
E-mail: danceavenue@yahoo.com