TUITION
Tuition is non-refundable and is due at the beginning of each month. ALL CREDIT CARDS ON FILE WILL BE CHARGED ON THE 15TH OF EACH MONTH with 3.9% surcharge. If payment declined, an automatic late fee of $20 will be applied to that account. I also acknowledge that there will be a $35 charge for returned checks. Tuition is not pro-rated and there will be no refunds, deductions, or credits for absences due to any circumstances. Tuition remains the SAME for each month regardless of how many active classes there are in the month. Families are responsible for tuition payments September through June. Parents are responsible for tuition if they have not officially withdrawn* their child from classes. *(Officially withdrawn means that the parent must either email, call our office, or in person state that their child is no longer taking classes). Please do not assume that we will automatically know that your child is no longer taking classes without a formal withdrawal.

ACCOUNT INFORMATION
Student accounts cannot be put on pause unless it is due to a medical reason. Students cannot drop a class and then rejoin later, unless tuition is paid for the month(s) of classes missed. Students can take Make-Up Classes (refer to policy below) for classes missed.
 

PAYMENT INFORMATION

Tuition and all fees, including Registration Fee, Costume Fees, Curriculum Fees, Dance Supplies (including team uniform), are all non-refundable and are to be paid in full by the due date specified by VSPAC. VSPAC accepts payments by Cash, Check made to Cash, Zelle, or Jackrabbit Online Pay via Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover). If paying with Jackrabbit Pay/Credit Card, there is an automatic 3.9% surcharge. To avoid this surcharge, you can pay with Cash, Zelle, or Check made to Cash. Parents are responsible for tuition if they have not officially withdrawn* their child from classes. If tuition/payment isn’t received by the 15th of each month, VSPAC will automatically charge the credit card on file.
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JACKRABIT-PAY ONLINE POLICY

Pay Directly Online from your Parent Portal Account - Jackrabbit Pay accepts Mastercard, Visa, and Discover. Cardholders authorize VSPAC to charge their credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover). When paying with Jackrabbit Pay, there is an automatic 3.9% surcharge. If tuition/payment is declined, a $20 late charge will be added to your account.

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REGISTRATION FEE

A non-refundable Registration Fee of $35 for all students is due upon registration; there is an additional fee of $15 per child for families with multiple children.
 

CURRICULUM FEE

A non-refundable Curriculum Fee of $100 for one child, $150 for two children, or $200 for three children is due by October 15th and will incur a late fee of $10 if payment is received after the due date. Curriculum Fee includes: (1) instructional materials, used as part of the course for the teachers; (2) fees assessed to pay for services external to our performing arts center. (3) Recital costs such as rental of the theatre, lighting, sound, security, and other online streaming platforms. These fees include materials related to the mechanics of teaching the course, such as course outlines, syllabi, training classes for our teachers, and purchase, maintenance, and replacement costs of instructional and other studio equipment.
 

COSTUME FEES

A non-refundable Costume Deposit of $50 per class by November 1st and will incur a late fee of $5 per class if payment is received after the due date. I further acknowledge that a non-refundable Costume Balance will be due. If your child will not be participating in our Annual Dance Recital in June, please notify our office and/or by email by NOVEMBER 1st to avoid the Costume Fees. If we are not notified, your account will be charged.

 

RECITAL VIDEO FEE

$25 Non-Refundable Recital video fee is required for each family participating in our annual recital in June. Each family will receive a video and/or digital download of ONE show/recital. If family wants a video/digital download of MORE than one show/performance, an EXTRA $25 per show/performance will be applied to their account.
 

SOCIAL MEDIA

ALL VIDEOS POSTED ONLINE from competitions, recitals, or any performances related to VSPAC must include a tag and give credit to both VSPAC and the choreographer.

MAKE-UP CLASSES

Tuition is to be paid in full and will not change regardless of attendance, studio closing, or in cases where there are 5 class meetings in a month. I can schedule a make-up class via email or phone (approved make-up classes are unlimited and do not expire for the current year).

 

AGE CUT-OFF

The Age Cut Off Deadline is October 1st. Therefore, whatever age a student is by October 1st will determine their level for the September through June school year.
 

​SHOW DATES

VSPAC reserves the right to make changes to the schedule (including weather cancellations), and that Recital and Competition dates are subject to change.
 

FOOD/DRINK POLICY

There is absolutely NO FOOD OR BEVERAGES (except bottled water) allowed anywhere in our Center. Please ensure that your children have water bottles labeled with their full name. They will be required to bring them home for disposal.
 

CELL PHONES

CELLPHONES ARE NOT PERMITTED INSIDE THE DANCE STUDIOS. Cellphones must be kept in the students’ bags and can only be used for emergencies to contact a parent.
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WAIVER

Students and their families choose to participate in classes, performances, workshops, and other activities at Vicky Simegiatos Performing Arts Center at their own free will and certify that are in proper physical condition to take part in such activities.  If a student or parent/guardian have questions about whether an activity is suitable to pursue, they will consult their health care provider in making that decision. If a student has any known physical vulnerabilities, conditions, or injuries, the student agrees to discuss them with the director before participating.

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MEDICAL TREATMENT & INSURANCE

Students and their families understand that VSPAC does not assume responsibility for, or obligation to provide, financial or other assistance in the event of injury or illness. This includes, but is not limited to, medical, health, dental, or disability insurance or support.  In the event of a medical or dental emergency, VSPAC reserves the right to obtain necessary treatment on behalf of the student, including but not limited to first aid, ambulance transport, hospitalization, or other care deemed necessary for the student's health and welfare. Families understand that if their own insurance does not cover such emergency treatment, they are fully responsible for any costs incurred.  By participating in VSPAC activities, students and their families acknowledge and accept that VSPAC and its staff are not liable for any claims that may arise in connection with emergency medical or dental treatment, including decisions made by authorized representatives of VSPAC.  It is also understood that VSPAC does not carry or maintain health, medical, dental, or disability insurance coverage for participants. Families agree to assume full responsibility for any emergency-related expenses regardless of insurance status.

RISKS
Students and their families understand that there are inherent risks of physical injury associated with participation in dance. These risks may include, but are not limited to, slips and falls, sprains, strains, dislocations, soft tissue injuries, musculoskeletal injuries, podiatric conditions, and other unforeseen injuries.

By participating in classes and activities at VSPAC, students and their families voluntarily accept and assume all such risks. Participation is entirely voluntary, and by choosing to engage in dance instruction, students and families acknowledge and accept the potential for physical injury.  It is also understood that dance education may involve both verbal and hands-on instruction. Instructors may use physical guidance to help students achieve proper form and alignment, including contact with areas such as the arms, legs, feet, hips, back, and head. This is considered a standard and necessary aspect of quality dance training. Students and families understand that it is their responsibility to communicate with instructors or the studio director if any form of physical correction is not acceptable.

RELEASE
Students and their families understand that participation in classes, rehearsals, performances, workshops, camps, intensives, or any other activities associated with the Vicky Simegiatos Performing Arts Center (collectively referred to as “VSPAC”) may involve risks of bodily injury, illness, property damage, or other loss.  By choosing to participate, students and their families acknowledge and accept these risks and agree to release VSPAC—including its directors, owners, teachers, staff, employees, students, volunteers, and associates—from any liability or claims that may arise from participation in VSPAC programs or use of its facilities and equipment, or during attendance at any off-site performance or event.

This release includes, but is not limited to, any claims or demands for damages, loss of services, costs, expenses, injuries, or legal fees resulting from personal injury or property damage incurred in connection with VSPAC activities.

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HEALTH & SAFETY

By taking in studio/in-person classes at the Vicky Simegiatos Performing Arts Center (VSPAC), you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.  By entering VSPAC’s building, you are confirming that you and your child/children are not experiencing any of the following symptoms identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, including Fever or chills; Cough; Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing; Fatigue; Muscle or body aches; Headache; New loss of taste or smell; Sore throat; Congestion or runny nose; Nausea or vomiting; Diarrhea.

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WAITING ROOM
VSPAC's waiting room will be CLOSED until further notice for parents of students 6 years old & over. Student drop off and pick up only. Students are allowed to wait in our Student Lobby in between their classes if they have breaks.  Only ONE parent is allowed in the dance studio with their child during Mommy & Me classes. NO parents are allowed in the dance studio with their child during all other classes. If your child is 5 years old or under, then ONE parent/guardian will be allowed to wait in the waiting room.

 

STUDENT DROP OFF & PICK UP

Students must be dropped off and picked up on time since they will be exiting the building immediately after their class is finished.
 

​LEGAL AGREEMENT

Students and their families agree to observe and obey all posted rules and warnings, and further agree to follow any oral instructions or directions given by VSPAC, or the employees, representatives or agents of VSPAC.

 

COMPETITION TEAM POLICIES

(Apply Only to Students Participating on Competition Teams)
 

1. Attendance Commitment
Students and their families understand that participation on a Competition Team requires a serious commitment. Every effort should be made to maintain consistent attendance. Participation in the following mandatory competition dates for 2026 is required:

• 1st Competition: April 24–26, 2026

• 2nd Competition: May 15–17, 2026

2. Travel and Transportation
Families acknowledge that some competitions may require travel and that dates and locations are subject to change. Families are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from all competition events. VSPAC will make every effort to select competitions that are reasonably located and do not require excessive travel.

3. Entry Fees and Deadlines
A group competition entry fee for the first scheduled competition is due upon registration. All additional competition entry fees must be paid in full by January 15th. A $20 late fee per routine will apply to any entry fees paid after this date. Entry fees are non-refundable unless a competition is completely canceled. Please note that competition dates are subject to change.

4. Solo Participation Limits

• Petite and Junior Team students may perform only one solo at competition.

• Teen Team students may perform a maximum of two solos.

• Intermediate Team students are not eligible to perform a solo at competition.

5. Costumes and Team Uniforms
A non-refundable costume must be purchased for each Competition Team a student is registered with. In addition, a Team Uniform ($100) is required. A non-refundable costume deposit of $50 per team is due by November 1st. A $10 late fee per class will apply to costume payments received after the deadline.
 

CLASS PLACEMENT
All students are placed according to their age: mommy & me, preschool, mini, petite, junior, teen, senior.  Class placement will be carefully reviewed and evaluated by the teacher and director.  Previous dance experience may or may not be considered in a placement evaluation.  Poor attendance will have a direct result in placement advancement  Regular attendance is essential to maintain and/or advance in your designated level.

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CLASS ETIQUETTE
Proper dance and music training requires discipline.  It is this kind of discipline that makes studying the arts such a positive and valuable activity.  Students are required to attend their classes on time and wearing proper attire.  SEE DRESS CODE for more details.  A proper warm up is required for most classes and students who arrive late to class may be asked to sit and observe the rest of the class instead of participating.  Please call the studio if you're running late or missing a class.  There is absolutely no chewing gum and eating in any of the classrooms.  Gum is not allowed anywhere in the studio.,  Disruptive behavior, use of profanity, or bullying and ridiculing other students will not be tolerated and will result in immediate expulsion from class.

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ANNUAL RECITAL
A mandatory Dress Rehearsal will take place at the location of the performance - your participation in the dress rehearsal is crucial to the success of the performance and your child's comfort on stage.  The specific date and time will be provided to you in advance.  Each family will receive a limited amount of complimentary tickets to the Recital.