Policies, Pricing, & FAQ

Stage Door School of Dance Policies 2025–2026

Welcome to our dance family! We strive to provide the best possible service for our students, guided by our core principle of kindness. These policies are designed to set our dancers up for success in both our summer and academic year programs.

Season Dates

• Academic Year Program: September 4, 2025 – June 1, 2026
• Recital Weekend: Typically scheduled for the first or second weekend in June, pending theatre availability.

Initial Payment & Tuition Structure

• Tuition is based on 31 classes per school year season, divided into 10 equal monthly installments.
• Multiple Class Discount: Applies to the second class and beyond automatically at checkout

At Registration:

• Installment 10 of 10
• $35 non-refundable registration fee per dancer

Registrations After September Include:

• Installment 10 of 10
• First month’s tuition
• $35 non-refundable registration fee per dancer

Automatic Tuition and Financial Processing

• Tuition is automatically charged on the 5th of each month (September–May).
• If the card on file is declined:
  • A second attempt will be made on the 10th
  • A $20 late fee will be added
• Costume Fees:
  • Posted on November 1st
  • Automatically charged on November 20th
• $50 Recital Media Fee:
  • Posted on March 1st
  • Automatically charged on March 20th

Payment Methods

To register your dancer a valid form of payment must be linked to your MySDSD Account

• Visa
• Mastercard
• Discover
• American Express
• We do not accept cash or checks

Card on File Policy

• Each account must have one credit or debit card on file.
• As of May 14, 2025, Stage Door School of Dance will not split payments between multiple family members. If multiple parties wish to contribute financially, please arrange this privately outside of Stage Door School of Dance.

Attendance & Make-Up Classes

• Consistent attendance is essential for both individual and group progress.
• Please report absences by calling the front desk or emailing info@stagedoordancer.com.
• Make-up classes may be available based on student age, level, space, and schedule availability, and are considered for the following reasons:
  • Illness or injury
  • Family observance of holidays
• Make-up classes during the 2025–2026 School Year are available from September through April 30 and are non-transferable to other sessions or dancers.
• Tuition is not prorated for missed classes or late enrollments.
• All make-up classes must be scheduled and are not guaranteed. Please email enrollment@stagedoordancer.com to schedule a make-up class.

Dress Code & Studio Etiquette

• Required attire listed on website for each dance style
• Label all dance shoes and water bottles with student’s name
• Appropriate behavior in studio and on social media is expected
• There is zero tolerance for bullying or disrespectful behavior
• Please arrive 5 minutes before your dancer’s class ends 
• If you are late 2 or more times your account will be charged a $10 late pick-up fee

Weather & Emergencies

• Classes move to Zoom during inclement weather
• Updates posted on social media and over email
• No refunds for virtual classes during weather events

Withdrawal & Cancellation Policies

Class Withdrawal

• 21-day written notice is required before the next billing cycle
• Email withdrawal request to info@stagedoordancer.com
• Confirm withdrawal with management
• Dancer is encouraged to attend through paid period
• We cannot freeze your account for injuries (virtual attendance is available)
• 10th installment tuition and registration fee is non-refundable
• Costume payments are non-refundable 

Please Note:

• Stage Door School of Dance reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes
• Should this happen, dancers will be offered an appropriate alternate class
• If a dancer is on the waitlist and space becomes available an offer of enrollment call, text, and email will be sent requiring a response within 48 hours to secure the spot
• Costume availability for enrollments after December 20 are not guaranteed
• In June we celebrate your dancer’s growth and artistry with an annual recital, dancers are assumed to be participating unless you notify us otherwise via email at info@stagedoordancer.com prior to November 5. 

Photo/Video & Liability

• Photo & Video Release: I give permission for Stage Door School of Dance (SDSD) to take photos of me or my child for promotional purposes, while participating in SDSD activities. Last names of students will not be used or disclosed. I understand that for the safety of our dancers and their families, all photos and or videos that dancer and family takes of SDSD classes, rehearsals and/or performances, including dancers in SDSD costumes, will not be published or posted publicly, in printed or electronic format, without the express written permission of SDSD and the Director, Branding and Communications. 
• Medical Emergencies: As the legal parent or guardian, I give permission to Stage Door School of Dance, its owners and operators to seek medical treatment for the participant in the event they are not able to reach a parent or guardian. I hereby declare any physical/mental problems, restrictions, or conditions and/or declare the participant to be in good physical and mental health.
• Release of Liability:  I hereby acknowledge and understand that participating in both the on-premises and virtual classes offered by Stage Door School of Dance may require a degree of physical fitness, agility, stamina, and strength and that it may involve strenuous exercise. I agree to assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries, or damages which may incur as a result of participating in any class offered by Stage Door School of Dance. I hereby release and agree to hold harmless Stage Door School of Dance, its owners, operators, employees and instructors from any and all liability whatsoever for any and all damages, losses or injuries, including death, I may sustain to my person or property or both, including but not limited to any claims, demands, actions, causes of action, expenses, and costs, including attorney fees, which may arise out of, result from or in connection in any manner with the participation in both virtual classes or classes taken physically at the Stage Door School of Dance studio premises. I understand that appropriate physical contact is required during the instruction of dance, and I give permission for instructors to make appropriate physical contact with me or my child for such instruction.

By registering for classes, you acknowledge and agree to all policies outlined above. We reserve the right to modify these policies as needed, with notice to families. Thank you for choosing our studio for your dance education journey.

Your Partners in Dance Education, 

Studio Management & Staff

DAILY PROTOCOLS

• WHO IS PERMITTED IN THE BUILDING: As of February 1, 2022 students, staff, and 1 parent / guardian are permitted into the building during class times. Siblings of dancers may also enter the facility with the 1 designated parent / guardian.

• FACE MASKS (UPDATED FEB. 28, 2022): Face masks will be OPTIONAL ONLY as of Wednesday, March 2, 2022. If you should choose to require your dancer to continue to wear their face mask, please note that staff / faculty will no longer be responsible for monitoring your dancer’s face mask use. We encourage parents / guardians to remain in the building and watch their class via our screens to monitor your dancer. Should your dancer not be wearing a mask against your wishes, we kindly ask that you address this matter directly with your student. A front desk associate will be more than happy to go into the classroom to bring your child out to you as to not disrupt the class or other dancers.

  Please note: This rule applies to our studio only. This rule does not currently apply to any SDSD event held outside of our facility such competitions or performances, as those rules will be set by the facility provider.   

• HAND SANITIZERS: There are hand sanitizing stations at the entry of the building, and at the entry of every studio. All staff and students are encouraged to hand sanitize prior to entering and exiting each studio.

• HANDS-ON CORRECTIONS: Hands-on corrections, and partnering are not recommended at this time. So, we will be providing auditory instruction and demonstration only.

• CLASS LENGTH: Every class will be 50 minutes long to allow sufficient time for safe pickup. At the end of class, all dancers will be escorted from their dance class to our Parent Pickup area at the entry of the Building.

• DAILY STUDIO SANITATION: Stage Door staff will be working diligently to sanitize all touch points between all classes. We have improved our sanitation methods based on COVID-19 requirements and will continue to do so to protect our dancers and families.

POSITIVE CASE / EXPOSURE PROTOCOLS

If a dancer tests positive for COVID-19:

• Parents / Guardians must communicate your positive test result to studio via info@stagedoordancer.com or Calling (631) 654-8858.

• Classes with exposures will be emailed by Stage Door School of Dance to be notified of said exposure.

• All dancers who test positive for COVID-19 or who have been notified that they were exposed to COVID-19 within their Stage Door School of Dance CLASS, REGARDLESS OF VACCINATION, are asked to not enter the Stage Door School of Dance facility for 5 days from recieving their test results or exposure notification.

• Should you have additional SDSD classes within those 5 days you are asked to participate in class via zoom.

If a dancer has been exposed to COVID-19 outside of Stage Door:

• Parents / guardians must communicate your exposure / quarantine to studio via info@stagedoordancer.com or calling (631) 654-8858.

• Refrain from entering the Stage Door School of Dance facility for 5 days from the start of your exposure notification.

• Should you have any SDSD classes within those 5 days you are asked to participate in class via Zoom.

DANCER DOS AND DON’TS

All dancers are asked to bring only the essentials to class and follow all of the instructions below to ensure a safe, fun, learning environment!

DO!

• Bring only a Water Bottle and Change of Shoes and only if necessary a cell phone.

• Follow instructions waiting to enter your classroom.

• Where a face mask over your mouth and nose at all times.

• Try to stay social distanced from other dancers during class when possible.

• Try to use the bathroom before entering the building.

• HAVE FUN!

DON’T!

• Attend class if you are not feeling well.

• Bring any unnecessary things like full Dance Bags, t-shirts, dolls, toys, food.

• Touch other dancers.

• Use the Water Fountain (this will not be available for use).

• Enter any closed off areas (additional bathroom stalls, unused studios)