Policies and Procedures
GENERAL STUDIO Policies:
Classes take place at our 17th Street studio - entrance through the blue door on 17th Street.
Students should arrive on time and prepared for class.
All classes are drop-off only. Parents/caregivers do not enter the studio during class
time.
Students should arrive dressed for class or be able to change independently.
Families should arrive approximately 5 minutes before dismissal for safe and smooth
pickup.
Pickup takes place at the designated exit gate on the corner of 17th Street.
No food, gum, or beverages other than bottled water are permitted inside the studio.
Street shoes are not permitted inside dance studios.
All dance shoes and personal belongings should be clearly labeled with the student’s
name. PSPA is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Families are financially responsible for damage caused to studio property by a
student.
PSPA reserves the right to revoke enrollment if a student demonstrates unsafe or
repeatedly disruptive behavior.
Students experiencing fever, vomiting, persistent coughing, or other contagious
symptoms should remain home.
Families arriving late for pickup more than once may be charged a $10 late pickup
fee, using the credit card on file.
Class/Level Policies:
Enrollment is considered a commitment for the full semester (September -
December, January - June).
Placement and promotion into higher-level classes are determined by teacher
recommendation, invitation, or audition.
Waitlisted students will be admitted in the order inquiries are received.
Students must wear appropriate dance attire for dance classes:
Leotards, tights, dance skirts, dance shorts, leggings, and fitted athletic wear
are acceptable.
Jeans, restrictive clothing, and long dresses are not permitted.
Hair must be securely tied back.
Ballet/Tap students must purchase both ballet slippers and tap shoes.
Attendance and performance policies:
Attendance is taken at every class.
Consistent attendance is essential for choreography, rehearsal, classroom pacing, and performance preparation. Frequent absences may affect a student’s ability to participate in showcase performances.
Students who miss more than five classes in a semester, or who miss rehearsals/classes during the final three weeks leading up to the showcase, may lose the ability to participate in some or all performance pieces at PSPA’s discretion.
Families should notify the studio of absences at least one hour prior to class whenever possible (parkslopeperformingarts@gmail.com)
Makeups are limited to two per semester and may only be used for student absences.
No makeup classes are permitted during the final three weeks of the semester.
No refunds or credits are issued for missed classes or absences.
Non-DISCRIMINATION POLICIES
PSPA provides equal educational opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, sexual orientation, gender, sex, or weight. PSPA is committed to maintaining an environment free from bullying, harassment, or discrimination of any kind.
TUition policies:
Registration requires:
a $50 non-refundable registration fee
a $40 costume/performance fee,
and full semester tuition.
All tuition is due at the time of registration.
Tuition is non-refundable once the semester begins and is not prorated for missed
classes or partial semesters.
Families may cancel within 48 hours of payment processing for a refund less a 5%
processing fee.
Depending on availability, PSPA may offer studio credit or transfer enrollment at its
discretion.
Credits must be used within one year of issuance.
If PSPA must modify or suspend programming due to weather, emergencies, health
guidelines, or unforeseen circumstances, PSPA will notify by email. Equivalent
makeup classes will be recommended.
PSPA will never turn away a child who cannot afford to attend class. Contact us
about our scholarship and financial assistance options, which are designed to help
make arts education accessible to all families.
Tuition paid after the start of the semester shall incur a late fee, noted under
pricing.
NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY:
It is the policy of PSPA to provide equal arts educational opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, disability, sexual orientation, gender, sex, or weight and to maintain an environment free of harassment or bullying on the basis of any of these grounds. It is our utmost priority to create a safe space for all students.
school pickup policies:
Families enrolled in school pickup programming must provide accurate pickup authorizations, emergency contacts, and dismissal instructions before programming begins. PSPA must be notified of student absences no later than 10:00 am on the day of pickup. Please text: Rebecca at 917-622-0630 with the full name and school of your child if they will not need to be picked up on that day.
private lesson policies:
Private lessons must be canceled at least 12 hours in advance or the full lesson fee
will be charged. To cancel or reschedule private lessons, text Erin at (347) 623-5638.