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1 Welcome to Precise Dance & Performing Arts Academy! We are thrilled that you have chosen to become a part of our program and look forward to helping you and every student to improve technique and artistry as you train with us. As a PDPAA student you will experience training completely focused on improving your technical skills as well as developing your confidence as a dancer. Thanks to our wonderful staff, your time here is sure to be a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Whether you are returning to us after time off performing or joining us for the first time, you have made a great choice in Precise Dance & Performing Arts Academy. This handbook contains information, which should help alleviate any questions that you have about our program, how to conduct yourself while in our program, and to help us ensure a safe, healthy, and artistically supportive, positive environment. We ask that both student and parent/guardian read all of the included material carefully. We make sure to make ourselves as available as possible, so please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions, comments, or concerns. Dance Arts Center Staff

2 Please read the following carefully before you sign. Precise Dance & Performing Arts Academy must receive this release prior to your dancer attending classes. Release from Liability: I do hereby release Precise Dance & Performing Arts Academy the director, faculty, staff, officers, guest teachers, and volunteers from any liability occurring on or around the studio premises, or at any function held at other locations in connection with the dance classes or performances in which the student (dancer) named below is enrolled or participating. I declare that the student named below is in good physical and mental health and can participate in dance education classes. Given the nature of dance classes, and with the knowledge that injuries sometimes occur, I have taken the necessary steps to obtain accident, health, or hospitalization insurance, which would cover any sustained injury. In the event of an injury or emergency, I give Precise Dance & Performing Arts Academy. permission to obtain emergency medical services for the student named below. I will also keep the director and faculty informed of any physical maladies that may potentially imped the student s participation. Media Release: I give my permission for photographs, videos, or television footage, which includes my child to be used for promotional purposed on television, or in newspapers, magazines, social media, or any other media including Precise Dance & Performing Arts Academy produced publications. Authorization for Enrollment: I authorize Precise Dance & Performing Arts Academy to enroll the student named below in dance classes, and I accept responsibility for the timely payment of tuition for those classes for which the student is registered. Zero Tolerance: At Precise Dance & Performing Arts Academy we have a zero tolerance policy that there will be no use of Drugs, Tobacco, or Alcohol on the premises of Murrieta Hot Springs STE C Murrieta, CA Any student engaging in any of these behaviors will be excused at the discrepancy of the Director. I understand that there are no refunds for registration, showcase, competition, or costume fees. Additionally there are no refunds or deductions for classes not attended. Students have 30 days to take makeup classes for any they may have missed. I accept responsibility for timely payment for Dance Showcase fees, including costumes. I will provide 30 days written notice to info@precisedance.com of a student s withdrawal from any classes. If I fail to do so, I will be obligated to pay next month s tuition. If for any reason the above policies are broken, Precise Dance & Performing Arts Academy has the authorization to terminate a student s enrollment. Student Name: Parent/Guardian: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date:

3 Attendance Policy We at PDPAA take attendance very seriously. You cannot hope to grow as a dancer and artist if you are not consistent in your timely presence in class. However, we understand that sometimes things come up and you must be late or must miss a class. The following outlines how we expect our students to behave with regards to attendance. You are expected to be on time for class. This means you are dressed IN DRESS CODE, warmed up/stretched, and mentally prepared for class. This generally will mean you need to arrive 1520 minutes before the start of your class to prepare. Please signin on the attendance or makeup sheet before class starts. IN THE EVENT THAT YOU ARE LATE, you must wait outside the studio door until the music stops. Once it stops you are permitted to enter. This is out of respect for the teacher and the other students. IN THE EVENT YOU MUST MISS A CLASS Please adhere to the following: Missing a Class and Making Up a Class You must notify the studio if you will miss a class using one of the following ways: Go to our website ( and click on the link that reads LOGIN. Follow the on screen prompts to accurately cancel a class. Write your information on the pink Cancellation sheet in the main office. Call the office at (760) and leave a message clearly stating the student s name and the class that will be missed. After you miss a class, you have 2 months from the date of cancellation to take a makeup class. All makeups must be taken in a class at or below the student s current class level. Some classes may be impacted and therefore will not be available. You must have your makeup class approved by the office prior to taking said class. The office has final say as to whether you are approved to take a class as a makeup.

4 Dress Code Ballet Ladies Black PLAIN Leotard (No colored undergarments may be worn) Pink FullLength Tights (Ballet Pink or Light Pink in Capezio, or Light Pink in Bloch) Pink Ballet Shoes A plain black skirt may be worn Hair must be secured in a TIGHT, NEAT bun at all times, with no flyaways or frizzies. This may mean doing your hair before your other classes so it is done properly for ballet. If hair is short, a black plain headband will be necessary. No hair accessories (scrunchies, buncovers, bows, etc) may be worn. Students should always have spare hairpins, hair elastics, and hair gel/spray to secure their hair. Gentlemen White Short Sleeve Shirt or Leotard (fitted and TUCKED INTO TIGHTS) Black Footed Tights (M. Stevens Milliskin Footed Tights or Mirella Black Footed Tights. NO Capezio tights may be worn.) Dance Belt REQUIRED (black or nude) White Ballet Shoes with White Socks Elastic Belt to hold up tights (1inch elastic from Michael s stitched in a circle works wonderfully) Children s Ballet Girls Black Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Ballet Shoes, Hair neatly secured in a bun Boys White TShirt, Black Tights, White Socks, White Ballet Shoes Jazz/Tap Black Top or Tshirt Black Pants (at least midcalf length no shorts) Jazz: Jazz Shoes or Dance Sneakers Tap: No Tap Shoes to start. (Use athletic shoes or Jazz Shoes until instructed otherwise) Hip Hop/Flex & Core/Tumbling Comfortable clothing in any color no short shorts Hip Hop: Sneakers

5 Dance Studio Etiquette As a student of PDPAA, your behavior (inside AND outside the studio) is a reflection on us as a school and your fellow dancers as individuals. We expect you to conduct yourself with a high level of decorum and maturity, both in class and out. 1. Talking in class is not permitted. It is disrespectful and disturbing to the teacher and other students. Teachers are not to be interrupted while they are giving instruction, correction, or demonstrating exercises/combinations. 2. Bullying, harassment, or discrimination WILL NOT be tolerated. Students who witness this should report it to the teacher or office immediately. 3. Only bottled water is allowed inside the studios. Food and other beverages are to be consumed in the kitchen area ONLY. 4. Please try to use the restroom before or after class so as not to interrupt the flow of class. 5. If you must leave class early, inform the teacher before the start of class and depart quietly so as not to disturb the other students learning. 6. Tap Classes: Tap shoes are to be worn ONLY. Check screws often. 7. No dance attire is to be worn outside the studio building. Please put sweats/shorts/ clothing over your dance attire if not changing. Dance shoes are not allowed to be worn outside it ruins your shoes and the studio floors. 8. Ladies: Changing in the restroom is not permitted. Use the dressing room. 9. The hallways must remain quiet at all times. No roughhousing, running, or screaming/yelling.

6 Acknowledgement of Precise Dance & Performing Arts Academy Handbook/Policies We, the undersigned, understand that this handbook contains important information for students and parents/guardians to be successful during their time at Dance Arts Center. We acknowledge that we have received a copy of the PDPAA Handbook. We have reviewed the information and policies contained within and agree to comply with all rules, regulations, and policies stated in this handbook. Instructions: 10. Student and Parent/Guardian must read and review the handbook 11. Student and Parent/Guardian must initial and sign below and on the next 12. New AND Returning Students must complete and return these two forms to PDPAA ASAP page Consistent attendance is extremely important to the development of our students. We have read and understand the Attendance Policy, and agree to strive to maintain consistent attendance in all registered classes. In the event of tardiness or a missed class, we agree to comply with all rules, regulations, and policies regarding attendance. We have read, reviewed, and agree to comply with the Dress Code Policy as written and understand that failure to comply may lead to disciplinary action. Print Name of Student Print Name of Parent/Legal Guardian Signature of Student Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian Date Date

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