The Studio Cooperative Policies
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General Policy
Registering for class at The Studio Cooperative indicates that you have read and will comply with all the following policies.
Transportation and Safety
The Studio entrance is located at the North end of the building. Parking is located across the street. Students are encouraged to use the stairway in lieu of the elevator whenever possible. Students are prohibited from waiting anywhere outside The Studio lobby for their ride home. Street clothes or warm ups are required attire before entering or leaving the The Studio lobby. This is for student safety, respect for their muscles and bodies, as well as respect for the neighboring tenants.
Personal Belongings
Each student should have a bag which can hold practice clothes, warm up sweater/ leggings, shoes, toiletries, hairpins, nets, etc. Please label all belongings including tights, leotards, and slippers, skirts, warm-ups, yoga mats, etc. with first initial and last name. The Studio is not responsible for lost items. All items should be brought into the class, not left in the bathrooms or changing rooms. Coats, jackets and street shoes can be left in the changing room.
Parent Observation Days
Parents and friends may observe class at the invitation of the instructor. There will be periodic scheduled observation days. Dates will be posted so you can mark your calendar.
Performance Opportunities and Enrichment Activities
Students wishing to participate in performances, educational outreach activities such as lectures/demonstrations, community events, etc., are invited to do so if they are able to commit to attending all rehearsals and production dates. Periodically, guest teachers will be invited to give workshops and Master’s Classes which will be open to the community as well as our students. These will be available to our students for a nominal fee or at no charge, depending on the activity.
Professional Courtesy
We enjoy sharing our craft with other professional instructors and dancers. Please identify yourself to your instructor prior to taking class so that we may extend the appropriate courtesy to you while you are in our studio.
Registering for class at The Studio Cooperative indicates that you have read and will comply with all the following policies.
Transportation and Safety
The Studio entrance is located at the North end of the building. Parking is located across the street. Students are encouraged to use the stairway in lieu of the elevator whenever possible. Students are prohibited from waiting anywhere outside The Studio lobby for their ride home. Street clothes or warm ups are required attire before entering or leaving the The Studio lobby. This is for student safety, respect for their muscles and bodies, as well as respect for the neighboring tenants.
Personal Belongings
Each student should have a bag which can hold practice clothes, warm up sweater/ leggings, shoes, toiletries, hairpins, nets, etc. Please label all belongings including tights, leotards, and slippers, skirts, warm-ups, yoga mats, etc. with first initial and last name. The Studio is not responsible for lost items. All items should be brought into the class, not left in the bathrooms or changing rooms. Coats, jackets and street shoes can be left in the changing room.
Parent Observation Days
Parents and friends may observe class at the invitation of the instructor. There will be periodic scheduled observation days. Dates will be posted so you can mark your calendar.
Performance Opportunities and Enrichment Activities
Students wishing to participate in performances, educational outreach activities such as lectures/demonstrations, community events, etc., are invited to do so if they are able to commit to attending all rehearsals and production dates. Periodically, guest teachers will be invited to give workshops and Master’s Classes which will be open to the community as well as our students. These will be available to our students for a nominal fee or at no charge, depending on the activity.
Professional Courtesy
We enjoy sharing our craft with other professional instructors and dancers. Please identify yourself to your instructor prior to taking class so that we may extend the appropriate courtesy to you while you are in our studio.
Tuition Policy
1. All tuition is non-refundable
2. The fee for checks returned by our bank for insufficient funds is $40.00
3. For drop-in students tuition payment is due prior to starting class.
4. A late payment fee of $25.00 will be charged to all accounts that are not paid within 10 days of the tuition due date. For purposes of this fee, tuition due date is the date of the first class of the term. For any recurring monthly payments, tuition due date is the 1st day of the month. For quarterly payments, tuition due date is 1 January, 1 April, 1 July, or 1 October as applicable.
5. Payment can be made with cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, or Paypal.
6. Term tuition EXPIRES at the end of the term. Any classes not made up by the end of a given term are forfeited.
7. Class cards expire 100 days after issue. Any classes not used by the expiration date are forfeited.
2. The fee for checks returned by our bank for insufficient funds is $40.00
3. For drop-in students tuition payment is due prior to starting class.
4. A late payment fee of $25.00 will be charged to all accounts that are not paid within 10 days of the tuition due date. For purposes of this fee, tuition due date is the date of the first class of the term. For any recurring monthly payments, tuition due date is the 1st day of the month. For quarterly payments, tuition due date is 1 January, 1 April, 1 July, or 1 October as applicable.
5. Payment can be made with cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, or Paypal.
6. Term tuition EXPIRES at the end of the term. Any classes not made up by the end of a given term are forfeited.
7. Class cards expire 100 days after issue. Any classes not used by the expiration date are forfeited.
Class Cancellation, Holiday, and Make Up Policy
Cancellation
Closure decisions due to inclement weather are made by Studio staff by 8:00 PM the previous evening for classes starting before 10:00 AM, by 8:00 AM for classes starting between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, and by 2:00 PM for classes starting at 4:00 PM or later. All cancellations will be posted on Facebook and in Mindbody. When time allows, The Studio website will also be updated.
Cancellation of private classes is determined on an individual basis by the instructor and the client.
The Studio Cooperative will cancel ALL classes in case of emergencies specific to our building (gas leakage, air conditioner breakage, etc.). In this event, our Facebook page and Mindbody will be immediately updated. The Studio website will be updated as soon as time permits.
Tuition for canceled class is not reimbursable. Students can make up class any time during the current term.
Holidays
The Studio is closed for all group classes on the following days: Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday, Washington's Birthday (President's Day), the Saturday immediately before Memorial day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, the Saturday immediately before Labor Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day Observed, Thanksgiving Day , and the Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving. Private classes may be held on a case by case basis with agreement of the student and instructor.
Missed Lessons
Lessons missed may be made up anytime during the same term by attending a class at another level (Please see your instructor for information on which class to attend for make-ups). Lessons cancelled due to inclement weather or teacher illness or emergency may be made up at another level at any time during the year. No credit is made toward tuition for lessons missed. Tuition is non-refundable.
Closure decisions due to inclement weather are made by Studio staff by 8:00 PM the previous evening for classes starting before 10:00 AM, by 8:00 AM for classes starting between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, and by 2:00 PM for classes starting at 4:00 PM or later. All cancellations will be posted on Facebook and in Mindbody. When time allows, The Studio website will also be updated.
Cancellation of private classes is determined on an individual basis by the instructor and the client.
The Studio Cooperative will cancel ALL classes in case of emergencies specific to our building (gas leakage, air conditioner breakage, etc.). In this event, our Facebook page and Mindbody will be immediately updated. The Studio website will be updated as soon as time permits.
Tuition for canceled class is not reimbursable. Students can make up class any time during the current term.
Holidays
The Studio is closed for all group classes on the following days: Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday, Washington's Birthday (President's Day), the Saturday immediately before Memorial day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, the Saturday immediately before Labor Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day Observed, Thanksgiving Day , and the Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving. Private classes may be held on a case by case basis with agreement of the student and instructor.
Missed Lessons
Lessons missed may be made up anytime during the same term by attending a class at another level (Please see your instructor for information on which class to attend for make-ups). Lessons cancelled due to inclement weather or teacher illness or emergency may be made up at another level at any time during the year. No credit is made toward tuition for lessons missed. Tuition is non-refundable.
Etiquette & Dress Code
1. All students will maintain respect for their instructors, other students, and the practice of their exercise at all times.
2. We suggest arriving to class between 10-20 minutes early. This allows time for mental and physical preparation prior to class.
3. Never leave class without saying “Thank you” to your instructor and accompanist. Please support your neighbors at the barre, as they will support you.
4. Students are expected to be ready for class at the published start time. If you are going to be late to class, please let The Studio know through e-mail or a phone call. Entering class late is a distraction, impedes your progress, and invites injury as essential preliminary exercises are missed.
5. Students studying in the Intermediate & Advanced Ballet Division who miss class on a regular basis, as determined by the instructor (exceptions will be made for illness) may be asked to re-evaluate their commitment to study in this division.
6. No talking in class. Visit with friends before and after class, NOT during. You will be asked to observe or leave class if you talk between exercises or distract another student.
7. Proper hairstyles are necessary for the student to perform without distraction and for the instructor to observe correct body alignment. Long hair must be pulled back tightly and securely in a bun for ballet (for instructions on how to put your hair up click this link), or as otherwise directed by instructor for pilates or yoga. Short hair must be pulled off the face, and secured with headband or clips. Use long sturdy hairpins so that the bun remains secure throughout the class (small bobby pins are NOT allowed.) Arrive for class with your hair done, or with plenty of time to do it before the start of class.
8. Boys may wear a headband or bandanna to manage long hair or bangs.
9. Eat light and healthy foods before class, or bring a healthy snack with you (fruit, peanut butter, yogurt, sandwich, non-caffeinated drinks.) Both protein & carbohydrates are required to adequately fuel the growing dancer. No gum, candy, or sugar-sweetened drinks are allowed in The Studio.
10. Ballet students may not wear jewelry of any kind (including wristbands). It is dangerous and distracting. Small post earrings are acceptable. Pilates and yoga students should comply with their instructor's policy.
11. Please silence all cell phones before entering the classroom.
12. Ballet students: please use the bathroom before class.
13. Every ballet student should own and use a ballet bag which should contain all dancewear--clean and ready to go for the next class--slippers, pointe shoes, a small sewing kit, hair accessories, Band-Aids, water, towel, etc. Having an extra pair of tights as a ”back-up” is a good idea. Remember…every class is a performance and learning to be responsible is part of every lesson!
14. Ballet students under age 18 are required to wear the uniform leotard and tights assigned for their division. Adult ballet student’s suggested uniform is a simple, solid color, ballet-cut leotard, pink tights, and a skirt if desired. Other uniform recommendations are available from your instructor. Uniforms are available through The Studio in cooperation with our retail partner, Loretta’s Dance Boutique.
15. Pilates and Yoga students will wear conservative attire appropriate to the exercise.
2. We suggest arriving to class between 10-20 minutes early. This allows time for mental and physical preparation prior to class.
3. Never leave class without saying “Thank you” to your instructor and accompanist. Please support your neighbors at the barre, as they will support you.
4. Students are expected to be ready for class at the published start time. If you are going to be late to class, please let The Studio know through e-mail or a phone call. Entering class late is a distraction, impedes your progress, and invites injury as essential preliminary exercises are missed.
5. Students studying in the Intermediate & Advanced Ballet Division who miss class on a regular basis, as determined by the instructor (exceptions will be made for illness) may be asked to re-evaluate their commitment to study in this division.
6. No talking in class. Visit with friends before and after class, NOT during. You will be asked to observe or leave class if you talk between exercises or distract another student.
7. Proper hairstyles are necessary for the student to perform without distraction and for the instructor to observe correct body alignment. Long hair must be pulled back tightly and securely in a bun for ballet (for instructions on how to put your hair up click this link), or as otherwise directed by instructor for pilates or yoga. Short hair must be pulled off the face, and secured with headband or clips. Use long sturdy hairpins so that the bun remains secure throughout the class (small bobby pins are NOT allowed.) Arrive for class with your hair done, or with plenty of time to do it before the start of class.
8. Boys may wear a headband or bandanna to manage long hair or bangs.
9. Eat light and healthy foods before class, or bring a healthy snack with you (fruit, peanut butter, yogurt, sandwich, non-caffeinated drinks.) Both protein & carbohydrates are required to adequately fuel the growing dancer. No gum, candy, or sugar-sweetened drinks are allowed in The Studio.
10. Ballet students may not wear jewelry of any kind (including wristbands). It is dangerous and distracting. Small post earrings are acceptable. Pilates and yoga students should comply with their instructor's policy.
11. Please silence all cell phones before entering the classroom.
12. Ballet students: please use the bathroom before class.
13. Every ballet student should own and use a ballet bag which should contain all dancewear--clean and ready to go for the next class--slippers, pointe shoes, a small sewing kit, hair accessories, Band-Aids, water, towel, etc. Having an extra pair of tights as a ”back-up” is a good idea. Remember…every class is a performance and learning to be responsible is part of every lesson!
14. Ballet students under age 18 are required to wear the uniform leotard and tights assigned for their division. Adult ballet student’s suggested uniform is a simple, solid color, ballet-cut leotard, pink tights, and a skirt if desired. Other uniform recommendations are available from your instructor. Uniforms are available through The Studio in cooperation with our retail partner, Loretta’s Dance Boutique.
15. Pilates and Yoga students will wear conservative attire appropriate to the exercise.