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ALL STUDIO POLICIES REGARDING CLASS DROPS, CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS, ETC. ARE ALSO IN YOUR STUDIO HANDBOOK THAT IS EMAILED TO YOU UPON ENROLLMENT. THESE POLICIES AREA DEEMED AGREED UPON WHEN YOU REGISTER FOR CLASSES. PLEASE READ AND REFER TO IT OFTEN!!!

PLEASE SEE STUDIO HANDBOOK FOR DETAILED INFORMATION.

IN THE CASE OF DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THIS PAGE AND THE HANDBOOK, THE HANDBOOK SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCE.

CUSTOMER COMMUNICATION

Communication and invoices will primarily be sent via email and text messages. Make sure your contact information is current in your account and check your junk folders if you don’t receive anything within the first few weeks of enrollment. Please let us know if you are not receiving emails so we can troubleshoot the issue. Multiple family members can receive emails if they are in your account as a family contact. Printed items will also be available in the studio at the front lobby. Studio Members will also receive information such as newsletters, forms, photos, music files, and videos, on the Parent Portal. See the Membership Policy below for more information.

VIEWING CLASSES

Adults are not allowed to view regular dance classes in the classroom unless invited by the teachers. This is for safety, to minimize distractions for the students, and ensure the focus is on the teacher. We have tv viewing in the lobby of our classrooms. Adults are asked to wait in the front lobby area and not in the back lounge that is reserved for students ages 10 and above. This area is a safe space for the students to rest, do homework, and socialize. It is periodically supervised by teachers and front desk staff. We expect any children under 10 not in classes to be accompanied by an adult in the studio. Please do not send children under 10 into the studio without a parent, and do not drop them off more than 15 minutes prior to their class start time nor pick them up later than 15 minutes after their class ends. Please call the studio if you have gotten delayed from picking up your child. If a student is excessively left in the studio unsupervised by a parent then the parent will be contacted.

RECITAL

Students enrolled in our recital season classes demonstrate the skills they have learned during the year through participation in the end of year recital typically held the first weekend in June. This is a professional show for the public and all recital class participants are expected to perform in at least one show (we typically have a matinee and evening show that are different). Performing is a large part of the dance experience! A dress rehearsal is held for each show performance during two weeknights prior to the recital with full costuming and hair/makeup. All students are expected to attend the dress rehearsal as it creates a smooth performance. Any conflicts should be discussed with the studio Director at least two months prior to recital. A detailed Recital Handbook will be sent to customers in the spring with all the information! Tickets are required for anyone watching the show and will be for sale online a month prior to the recital.

HOLIDAYS AND CLOSURE POLICY 

All studio closures for holidays and breaks are noted on our calendar and lessons will not show on you Customer Portal account schedule. Our protocol is to generally follow the Lansing School District calls for cancelation days such as snow days, etc.; however, we may make closure calls later in the day according to actual weather conditions. We account for two canceled class days during the year (ex. 2 snow days on a Thursday occur), if a third canceled day occurs on that same day we will make up the classes when there is a time available for the teachers and in the studio schedule. The teacher will notify the class and an email will be sent to parents. If payment for those missed classes are a concern, your child may attend another class of their choice in their age group. In the event classes are not allowed to be conducted in the studio for an extended period of time (such as occurred during COVID shutdown), we will offer virtual classes via Zoom. No refunds will be given for cancellations beyond our control or for being required to switch to Zoom classes.

FUNDRAISERS

We know that dance can get expensive, so we offer Members the opportunity to fundraise for their own account throughout the year. This is optional and any funds as specified by the fundraising company that are made from the sales will go directly into the dancer's account, not to the studio. Fundraising will start at the beginning of the year with the first opportunity available at the open house held before the recital season starts. Families are highly encouraged to take advantage of this Members Only benefit! FDC hires a Fundraising Coordinator to organize them as a perk for you and is one of the things your Membership/Registration fee pays for.

 

TUITION AND FEES

Before the start of the month's classes, one month's tuition and a membership fee of $55 PER FAMILY is charged to your account at checkout to hold your spot in class. This membership is a subscription that renews automatically on June 1 of every year unless canceled by the member.

Tuition fees for recital season members do not include required performance costumes, tights, shoes, accessories, recital fees or any other fees that may be required throughout the season.  

Each dancer must also pay a costume fee for each class they are enrolled in. The total costume fee for all recital performance classes will be collected within the first month of enrollment.  Costumes will be age appropriate.

Additional fees, terms, and discounts will apply for Competition members to be outlined in the Competition Contract. Competition choreography and technique classes will not be on the registration selections and will be added by our admin staff once auditions are complete.

Tuition payments are due the 1st of every month of the season to cover classes for the upcoming month and are taken automatically from the card on file. A valid card must be kept on file at all times. Two months of a non-valid card and no cash payments will cause the student to be dropped from classes. Payments will be collected September 1st through May 1st, starting whenever registration is submitted. Accounts will be charged a $30 fee per month if payments are not received by the due date, or the card on file is invalid. One time may be waived if requested at the discretion of the Owner. All account inquiries should be addressed to fdcmain@fusiondancecentermi.com. The studio's instructors do not have access to account information and cannot answer any questions regarding fees, charges or costumes.

Enrolling and attending class indicates agreement to these policies and promise to pay monthly for the classes enrolled as seen in the Customer Portal account, according to our Tuition and Fees in the registration unless a class is dropped according to the Drop Policy in this registration. Customers can elect to pay cash or check, credit card, or ACH payment. Online payments will be charged a processing fee based on the method of payment selected.

To avoid processing fees, cash or check payments may be made on the payment due dates in person.

Full tuition amount is due each month regardless of student's attendance. Class sizes are limited; each student’s space must be paid for, even if the student does not attend. Excessive absenteeism may result in the student’s removal from that class recital performance. Removal from absenteeism will still be grounds for payment for the class and any costumes purchased for the student unless a drop is communicated to the studio. See Drop Policy.

 

DROP POLICY

Class drops require written communication in the form of an email to fdcmain@fusiondancecentermi.com. Class drops will not receive tuition refunds or proration for the current month.  Adjustments will take effect and be reflected in the subsequent month. Classes dropped before October 15 will receive the costume down payment refund. Classes dropped after October 15 will not receive the costume down payment refund. All classes with dances in the recital must be dropped prior to the end of the calendar year in that season. Classes dropped between November 1 and January 31 will incur a $30 drop fee. Classes dropped after February 1 will be charged the remaining tuition for the year. For example, dropping a class in February will result in monthly charges from February until May. Students dropping class during the second half of the dance year affects the whole group and the studio. This policy is put in place to discourage this issue. This does not apply to any classes that are drop-in only.

This Drop Policy has been put into place to prevent large expenses incurred by either party. We spend a great deal of time and money creating choreography for the dancers in class, ordering costumes, and securing our recital venue in advance. Furthermore, students who drop classes late in the season can greatly affect their dance group’s formations and costumes as well as disrupt the choreographer’s vision for the piece. If you think there is a possibility that you will drop classes, it is highly recommended to do so before December to avoid incurring exorbitant charges.

 

REFUND POLICY

You have 14 days from time of registration/enrollment to receive a refund for class tuition or registration fees once payment is made. Otherwise, no refunds will be given for reasons of non-attendance or other situations preventing a person from coming to the studio, including cancelation of classes beyond 14 days of enrollment of that class. Processing fees will not be refunded.

SAFETY WAIVER

By registering for and attending class, you agree to the following: I am aware that participation in any physical activity involves risk and possible injury. I understand and agree that Fusion Dance Center and its staff will assume no responsibility for injuries or medical expenses incurred by my child or myself. My child has no physical impairment that would affect or be affected by his/her participation in classes at Fusion Dance Center. If there is an impairment, physical or cognitive, please indicate in your Customer Portal account via messages or notes, and discuss with Fusion Dance Center staff the best way to serve your child.

PHOTO AND MEDIA WAIVER

By registering for and attending class, you consent to photos and/or video use of your child partaking in class activities on social media and for FDC marketing purposes. No personal use of such media will be used by any staff of FDC. In addition, you agree that you may receive emails from FDC in the future, but there will always be opportunity to opt out. If you do not agree to this use of photos and/or videos or email use for future marketing purposes, please send an email to Fdcmain@fusiondancecentermi.com stating as such.

STATEMENT OF TRUTH AND ACCURACY

By registering for and attending class, you agree to the following: I have read, understand, and agree to adhere to the Fusion Dance Center Rules and Regulations and have explained them to my child. All of my submitted online information is to the best of my knowledge true and accurate. If any information changes I will notify the studio in writing and update my Customer Portal account.

CODE OF CONDUCT

As a member of Fusion Dance Center, you and your child are expected to conduct yourselves consistently with our values and missions while in the studio and speaking to other members. Please review our values and mission statement HERE and on posters in the studio. Absolutely no bullying or other disrespectful behavior will be tolerated by anyone. If the Director deems a member to be acting in a manner inconsistent with the values and mission of the studio, they elect the right to take corrective action via communication first and may dismiss that person from FDC membership or enrollment. This also includes if the Director believes there is any conflict of interest that may directly affect the learning environment of our members.

CLASS RULES - PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR DANCER

Classes are expected to be taken in a fun yet respectful manner. Class etiquette is a reflection of the specific genre of class taken and will be exemplified by the teacher. The following are general rules for all classes:

  1. No food or drink in the classrooms. However, please bring your own water bottles INSIDE the classroom for easy access. NO gum for safety reasons!

  2. Students not conducting themselves appropriately in class, not listening to the teacher and/or disrupting other students will be asked to sit out for a few minutes. If problems persist, we will contact parents to determine if further measures are necessary.

  3. Students must be prompt to all classes. If the student is more than 10 minutes late they may be asked to observe only. If recurring tardiness or absences are happening, parents will be contacted.

  4. Young students need to be accompanied by an adult between the parking area and waiting room. Students will not be allowed to wait outside.

  5. No street shoes on the dance floors. "Clean" sneakers for hip hop only.

  6. Please be courteous and neat in all waiting areas and dispose of your trash and food in appropriate containers.

  7. No cell phones in the classrooms unless with teacher permission for video/photos or other extenuating circumstances. Students are asked to leave them in cubbies or check them at the front desk.

  8. No dangling earrings or necklaces in class.

  9. Absolutely no bullying or talking disrespectfully about or to others. If this behavior is seen by a teacher the student will receive a warning, if continued they will be asked to sit to the side of class for a brief period. If the behavior is recurring, the parents will be contacted and the student possibly expelled from class. We wish to maintain a positive environment for all dancers.

These rules are for the safety of all students, as well as to provide each student with quality class time.