Studio Policies

Welcome to Madeline's Dance Center! As we begin another rewarding season,we thank you for reading through the following policies and also the policies listed throughout this packet. Our policies will help ensure a properly functioning school environment.

Class Schedules

It is important that each class begins and ends on time.
Please pick up students promptly after class is finished. We cannot be responsible for students beyond their allotted time.
Please change in designated areas only.
Please remain quiet in waiting areas and move quickly and quietly to allow for smooth transitions in-between classes. Students may not leave the studio until a guardian has arrived. Your cooperation is appreciated.
All classes are one hour in length; with the exception of the tot classes (kindergym, mommy & me, combo, pre-ballet & tumble tots)… this is to allow for changing time to ensure adequate traffic flow. These classes are 50 minutes in length.
Should class attendance fall below 4 students in any given week, the following may occur:
- Tot Classes may be conducted for 30 minutes
- All other classes may be conducted for 45 minutes
- You will not be charged at the semi-private or private lesson rate should the above occur, but please note that if class enrollment should fall below 5 students, the class may be cancelled.
Madeline's Dance Center, Inc. holds the right to terminate any students' lesson(s) should interference occur with the proper functioning of the studio.

Missed Classes

If a class is missed for a legitimate reason, an alternate class may be taken within a one month period. (Sorry, classes may not be made up due to parties, sporting events or sleepovers) kindly understand that we cannot refund payment, nor may you deduct for missed classes. If your child will miss their class, please call to inform us.

Lost Articles

The dance center is not responsible for lost articles. Please clearly mark the name of the student on all articles.

Waiting / Homework Areas

Please understand that while we do have a waiting area, it is of great importance that this area be respected!

Only water with pull top bottles are permitted in the studios.
Nutrional snacks and meals only (for students who take more than two classes).
Please make sure you dispose of any garbage before leaving.
Upon entering the foyer area, you will find an informational shelf and informational bulletin board for announcements. Please hang coats in this area. (Students should use the space in the homework room for their changing articles.)
The lobby area offers a viewing window for Studio 1 and the front office offers a viewing area for Studio 2, along with a dancewear shop. Please be courteous in these areas by keeping conversation low and realizing traffic flow between classes.
The homework room is first on the right after you turn the corner from the lobby. Please utilize the cubbies in this room for changing articles and storage of personal items. Please make sure that you do not leave anything in the cubbies after your classes are through each evening.
The homework room should remain quiet at all times. Younger siblings of students may utilize the quiet activities this room has to offer, but please make sure there is parent supervision.
Electronic devices and games are not permitted.
Personal items should not be left in the bathrooms.
Non-students are not permitted to enter the studios while a class is in session.
Please turn off cell phones upon entering the building.

Photo Disclosure

Madeline's may select, studio taken, photos of students' to use for advertising purposes. Madeline's will not include the names of students with these pictures. If you do not wish to have your child's picture selected for such use, please supply us with a written and dated note upon registration.

Studio Closings

Madeline's does not necessarily follow the Marlboro school district's closings and/or early dismissals during inclement weather. Please call the studio and a recorded message will inform you of any cancellations. Cancelled classes may be made up in any age/level appropriate class within a one month period.

Attire

A detailed list along with dancewear order forms are available on the lobby table.

Pre-Ballet, Ballet I
Solid light pink leotard with ballet pink tights & pink ballet slippers.
Ballet II, III, IV, Advanced, Jazz, Modern & Pointe
Solid black leotard with ballet pink tights & pink ballet/pointe shoes.
Boys attire (all classes)
Solid black or white t-shirt, black dance pants or unitard and appropriate shoes.
Kindergym, Combo, Tap, & Hip-Hop
Solid colored leotard with ballet pink or black tights or fitted dance pants/shorts, black jazz shoes, tap shoes, hip-hop sneakers (barefoot for modern, kindergym and portions of combo).
Tumbling
Solid colored leotard, footless/convertible or stirrup tights, barefoot (fitted dance pants that do not touch the floor and/or fitted shorts are permitted).
Reason for dress code
It is important to pay attention to the details of correct body placement and alignment. Attire that allows one to move about without hinderance or distraction is necessary. No attire with words. Camisole leotards are not permitted for levels III and up. Your cooperation is appreciated.
Please Regard the Following
- No street shoes on the dance floors.
- No jewelry or accessories should be worn during class.
- Hair needs to be securely tied back, away from the face, in a tight bun.

Refund Policy

Should you decide to terminate class participation for any reason during the year, kindly understand that we cannot refund registration fees and holding fees. This is because class positions are held exclu- sively for that person registering. Any other paid class tuition will be reimbursed by class credits only. Class credits are only transferable to immediate family members.