Learn the Code at Encore
Explore our studio policies as these rules ensure that our facilities, classes and programs are nurturing and creative spaces for all students to enjoy learning and dancing their hearts out.
At Encore Studio, we are dedicated to fostering a creative space for aspiring dancers through creating policies, guides and studio rules. This code helps our studio to uphold the level of excellence we cultivate, not just in our programs and classes but as well as in our facilities. Discover the rules our students need to abide by to keep the order in our dance studio.
Cancellation / Withdrawal
- Withdrawals will only be accepted through October 31.
- If your dancer needs to cancel for physical reasons, a medical release from a licensed physician will be necessary to terminate the account after the final drop date of October 31.
- If a dancer drops or cancels registration, prior to the start of class, we will refund half of the registration payment unless refund is needed for class cancellations.
- Refunds will not be given if a dancer decides to withdraw.
- Your dancers’ withdrawal will be effective the last day of the current month to ensure termination prior to another billing cycle. Proper notice must be given to the office to terminate the account prior to November 1.
- Cancellations and withdrawals will not be accommodated for students in the Summer session after June 1.
- Every effort will be made to find alternate classes in the event of class cancellation.
Registration
$50.00 Registration fee is required from all dancers per season.
Summer sessions will have a $50 payment to hold your dancer’s spot.
For the best availability and class selection, we recommend registering for our studio classes early or classes to start, enrollment must exceed 8 students per class. We will close, add, or change classes as registration demands, but we will not be able to add students to a class once it has closed. If a class does not meet minimum enrollment we will notify you prior prior to class and confirm an alternate selection. We’ll also confirm classes through email so update your spam filters. Class times may adjust prior to the first class, so please make note of your passcode and check your schedule and account through your student profile prior to the first class. The most up-to-date schedule is available through your student profile. If you do not have one, please create one.
Conduct and Behavior
We strive to provide an encouraging, nurturing environment for all dancers. To ensure each dancer feels safe and comfortable during class, we have a zero-tolerance policy for inappropriate behavior that may cause a disruptive learning environment or emotional harm to fellow dancers and instructors in class.
Our instructors reserve the right to dismiss any student from a class due to discipline problems or verbal disrespect.
Cell Phone & Smart Device Policy
Encore Studio is proud to be a Cell Phone-Free Facility for all students.
To promote focus, social interaction, and a positive learning environment, we ask that all students leave their cell phones and smart watches at home. If a student arrives at the studio with a device, it must be locked in the designated Cell Cubby with a teacher upon arrival and will be returned at the end of class.
We believe in encouraging connection, presence, and active participation during studio time—and removing digital distractions supports this goal.
Thank you for partnering with us to create a space where our dancers can thrive!
Payment Policies
Installation Payment Plan: Tuition for the regular season is divided into 9 tuition installments billed over the season, September through May. All students will be assessed a $50 registration fee. Your registration fee or full payment will hold your place in class, and must be received upon registration.
Summer sessions, Camps or Focus Workshops will have a $50 payment to hold your dancers’ spot.
Written notice must be given to the office to cancel billing. To make billing changes, notice must be received by October 31st of each season. If notice is not received, payment is expected for the remainder of the season.
Dress Code
- All dance wear is available locally at Ellman’s Dancewear (Richmond, Virginia).
- Combination classes may wear economy ballet and tap shoes as long as the ballet shoes have a suede or leather sole. Please, do not wear bedroom slippers.
- All dancers must have their hair secured back in a bun or ponytail for class. A bun is mandatory for ballet class, and ponytails and braids are acceptable for combination and all other classes.
- Cheer-style shorts are not appropriate dance attire. If shorts are worn, a leotard and tights must also be worn.
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