A place of respect and grace

Studio Policies

Our policies exist to create a safe, respectful, and productive environment for every student. Please read through these guidelines carefully. By enrolling at Messiah Dance Theatre, families agree to abide by these policies.

Attendance Dress Code Student Conduct Parent & Guardian Guidelines Spring Performance Photo & Media Policy Health & Safety

Attendance

Regular attendance is essential to a student's progress. Please make every effort to attend all scheduled classes.
If your child will be absent, please notify the instructor in advance by email or phone.
Students who miss more than four classes per semester may not be eligible to participate in the Spring Performance.
Make-up classes may be available at the instructor's discretion. Please contact us to arrange.
Students should arrive 5–10 minutes before class and be picked up promptly at the end of class.

Dress Code

Proper dance attire is required for all classes. Please refer to the Class Descriptions page for attire specific to each class.
Hair must be pulled back and secured away from the face for all classes. Ballet students must wear hair in a bun.
No jewelry is permitted during class, with the exception of small stud earrings.
Street shoes are not permitted on the studio floor. Students should change into dance shoes upon arrival.
Modest, form-fitting attire is required. Clothing should allow for freedom of movement while reflecting our Christ-centered values.

Student Conduct

Students are expected to treat instructors, fellow students, and studio property with respect at all times.
Disruptive behavior, disrespect, or bullying of any kind will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal from class.
Cell phones must be silenced and put away during class time.
Students should enter and exit the studio quietly and be ready to begin class when the instructor starts.
We ask that all students and families reflect the love of Christ in their words and actions within our studio community.

Parent & Guardian Guidelines

For the benefit of student focus and instructor effectiveness, parents are asked to wait in the lobby rather than observing class, except during designated observation weeks.
Observation weeks are held once per semester. Dates will be announced in advance.
Please do not interrupt class to speak with the instructor. Questions and concerns may be addressed before or after class, or by email.
Children should not be left unattended in the lobby before or after class. Messiah Dance Theatre is not responsible for unsupervised children.
Please keep the lobby quiet and respectful of classes in session.

Spring Performance

Participation in the Spring Performance is encouraged for all students but is not mandatory.
Students wishing to perform must meet the attendance requirement (no more than four absences per semester).
Costume fees are separate from tuition and will be communicated in February. Costumes must be paid for by the stated deadline to guarantee availability.
Rehearsal attendance is mandatory for all students participating in the Spring Performance. Dates will be provided well in advance.
Photography and video recording during dress rehearsals and performances is subject to guidelines communicated at that time.

Photo & Media Policy

Messiah Dance Theatre may photograph or video students during class, rehearsals, and performances for use on our website and promotional materials.
If you do not wish your child to be photographed or filmed, please notify us in writing at the time of registration.
Parents may not photograph or video other students without the consent of those students' families.

Health & Safety

Please keep your child home if they are ill. Students who appear sick upon arrival may be asked to sit out or go home.
Notify the studio of any injuries, medical conditions, or physical limitations that may affect your child's participation.
Students should bring a labeled water bottle to every class. No food is permitted in the studio.
In the event of an emergency, we will contact the parent or guardian using the information provided at registration. Please keep contact information current.

Thank you

Thank you for entrusting us with your child's dance education. We are honored to partner with your family in this journey. If you have any questions about our policies, please don't hesitate to reach out.

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Our goal is to make your experience at Messiah Dance Theatre joyful and stress-free. Reach out any time.