EDE Center Policies

• Registration: Students are encouraged to register early to ensure enrollment in preferred classes. Registration can be done through the mail, in person at our Rochester location or at our Open House/Registrations events near the end of summer.
• Registration Fees: There is a $15.00 non-refundable, annual registration fee, per student.
• Tuition Payment: You have the option to choose either Monthly or Trimester payments.
  Monthly payments - 9 payments according to the Monthly Class rates. Payments are due the first week of each month Sept.-May.
  Trimester payments - 3 payments according to the Trimester Class rates. Payments are due the first week of the month for September, December, and March.

  Rates for Both Locations
  Monthly Class Rates	Trimester Class Rates
  $57.00 for each weekly 11/2hr class	$171.00 for each weekly 11/2hr class
  $53.00 for each weekly 11/4hr class	$159.00 for each weekly 11/4hr class
  $48.00 for each weekly 1 hr class	$144.00 for each weekly 1 hr class
  $40.00 for each weekly 45 min class	$120.00 for each weekly 45 min class
  $30.00 for each weekly 30 min class	$90.00 for each weekly 30 min class

  
  
• Payment is expected in full by the first of each payment month.
• Once a student is registered in a class, payment is due regardless of attendance.
• Payments can be dropped off at the office, in the drop-box at the BBAC or sent through the mail to our Rochester Hills address.
• Payments made by credit card (Visa & MC only) will be charged a 3% processing fee per charge.
• No payment is due for the month of June.

Late Fees: A $10.00 late fee will be charged after the 10th day of the month.

Refund Policy: 100% refund prior to the first week of classes. No refund will be given after the first week of classes. Fees are not transferable to another student outside of the family or another session.

Withdrawal Policy: You must notify the Director directly if withdrawing from a class at any point during the year otherwise you will continue to be charged tuition.

Returned Checks: There will be a $25 charge for any returned check.

Make-up Policy: A make-up card can be requested for any missed class. The card will allow the student admittance to any other class at their level for a make-up. Make-up cards must be used by the end of the year issued and may not be transferred to another student.

No Drop-in Classes: There are no Drop-in classes with the exception of the EDE Company classes; however, class punch cards are available for adult students to purchase.

Vacation Days: The Center will not close for a mid-winter Break. If students need to miss class during their district's mid-winter break, a make-up card can be requested.

Weather Cancellations: If the Rochester School District cancels school, then EDE Center for Dance Rochester will be closed. If the Birmingham School District cancels school, then EDE Center for Dance Birmingham will be closed. If surrounding areas close their schools but Rochester or Birmingham does not, the respective EDE Center location will be open. If you are unsure of a school closing please call 248-852-5850 or 248-609-0370.

Parent Observations: Parents are invited to observe class on the scheduled Parent Observation days.

Multiple class discounts: A 10% discount will be applied when 3 or more classes are taken per family.

Minimum Enrollment: The Center reserves the right to cancel a class during the first two weeks of the session, if there are less than 4 students enrolled. In this case, remaining tuition will be refunded.

Dance Technique Class Protocol

• Come as early as schedules permit to warm-up and prepare for class. Students will not be permitted to participate in class if they are more than 10 minutes late. Stretching and warm-up are so important! Attendance is mandatory for progress to be made in class.
• Do not enter a class (or rehearsal) that is in session without first getting the permission of the instructor. This is for your own safety!
• For ballet, please be standing quietly in place at the barre when the instructor enters the room. For all other dance classes, please be stretching quietly when the instructor enters.
• Students must comply with the EDE Center for Dance Dress Code policy. This includes hair being secured away from the face.
• The proper shoes must be worn for each class. The student may not be permitted to take class if appropriate shoes and attire are not worn.
• Please no sugary snacks before class. Try to eat healthy ones.
• No gum, food or drinks are allowed in the studios. Water is permitted in a secured container.
• You must let the instructor know before the class begins if you are sick or injured.
• Do not lean on the Ballet Barres. Be attentive to the instructor's remarks. Be alert to all corrections given to you and others. You will learn much more this way.
• Do not sit, stand or lay on the mats in the studios.
• Do not talk in class. Address any questions to the instructor.
• Except in an emergency, you should not sit down or leave the room without the permission of the instructor.
• In the event of an accident, the instructor will supervise procedures.
• When an exercise has been completed, the student must not immediately "turn off" his/her attention; listen for the instructor's comments or permission to rest.
• Maintain a zig-zag, staggered formation in the center exercises. This is so everyone may be seen and have enough space to move.
• Change groups quickly, energetically, and maintain straight lines throughout the studio.
• Look good! Groom yourself to feel better, or at least appear better than you may feel.
• Applause is encouraged at the end of a class. This is a sign of appreciation for you and the instructor. You have just completed an excellent class!

Dance Lobby/Studio Protocol

• Be respectful of other classes, the receptionists and the Center Director. No screaming or running around the lobby/studios.
• Help to maintain a nice and clean studio environment by cleaning up after yourself in the lobby, the bathrooms and the studios.
• Keep street shoes, clothing and other belongings in the proper space provided.
• Label all shoes and dance bags with your name so they can be returned to you if left behind at the studio.

EDE Center for Dance Dress Code

We have a relationship with the dancewear shop, Lucy and Ethel's. Their store currently has a list of what is needed for each ballet, modern, jazz and tap class. Simply inform them which classes you are enrolled in and they will assist you in what to purchase. A 10% discount will be given to all EDE Center for Dance students. A representative from Lucy and Ethel's will be at the Open House/Registration Days listed on the Center Calendar.

Lucy and Ethel's
42281 Garfield
Clinton Twp., MI 48038
586-263-4350

Dress Code
Cothing		Shoes
Creative Movement:
Skirt (optional) * Motionwear #1022 * Color #063 - light blue Leotard * Motionwear #2603 * Color #142 - light blue		Barefoot
PreBallet/Tappin Toes:
Any color leotard and tights		Pink ballet shoes, Black paten leather or Mary Jane tap shoes
Ballet I:
Skirt (optional) * Mirella #MS12 * Color - Seafoam Leotard * Mirella #M207C * Color - Seafoam		Pink, Split-Sole for girls, Black Split-Sole for boys
Ballet II:
Leotard * Motionwear #2516 * Color - Royal Blue Skirt (optional) * Motionwear #1022 * Color - Black		Pink, Split-Sole for girls, Black Split-Sole for boys
Ballet III/:
Leotard * Motionwear #2516 * Color - Raspberry Skirt (optional) * Motionwear #1022 * Color - Black		Pink, Split-Sole for girls, Black Split-Sole for boys
Ballet IV-VI:
Leotard * Any solid black leotard Skirt (optional) * Any solid black skirt		Pink, Split-Sole for girls, Black Split-Sole for boys
Contemporary:
I/II Black dance capris Motionwear #7124 with any solid color leotard III/IV Black dance capris Motionwear #7164 with any solid color leotard		Barefoot
Jazz:
I/II Black dance capris Motionwear #7124 with any solid color leotard III/IV Black dance capris Motionwear #7164 with any solid color leotard		Black Split-Sole Jazz shoes (lace-up or slip-on)
Hip-Hop:
Basic black leggings, capris or fitted dance pant with any solid leotard		Instructor choice
Tap:
Basic black leggings, capris or fitted dance pant with any solid leotard		Tap I - Black Mary Jane Tap shoes Tap II - V Black Jazz/Tap Oxford Tap shoes