Limitless Dance Company
Handbook
Welcome Students and Parents
Limitless Dance Company is committed to provide exceptional training in a fun- filled, nurturing environment, where our students can explore the amazing world of dance while building self- esteem, teamwork, determination, and self- confidence. Limitless Dance Company has four key values which are vital to our operations: Inclusion, Creativity, Opportunity & Wellness.
We would like to welcome you to our studio and are thrilled that you have chosen to be part of the Limitless dance family.
Sincerely,
Brittany Giddens and the Limitless Team
QUICK REFERENCE STUDIO INFORMATION
Address: 45 Main Street West, Stewiacke
Phone Number: 902-223-9272
Email: info@limitlessdancecompany.com
Website: www.limitlessdancecompany.com
Parent Info
Please download our app from the App store "Studio Portal" and you will be able to log in here. If you have forgotten your password just send us a quick email to info@limitlessdancecompany.com and we can send you a temporary one.
We have included a quick tutorial on the app below for your convenience. Please
re-view and if you have any questions please let us know.
Programs
Limitless Dance is committed to bringing the fun and challenge of dance to Stewiacke at an affordable cost. We provide private and group dance class, summer camps, and workshops.
We are pleased to provide programming for children and adults from beginner to advanced!
Creative Movement/Tiny Tumblers - Ages 3-5
Your dancer will explore 4 fun age appropriate themes complete with songs, movement games, and of course basic dance techniques. Classes are presented in an imaginative age-appropriate manner which instills creativity, social skills, gross motor development, physical and emotional wellbeing. Students will learn a dance routine that will be performed in our year end recital at the end of the dance season.
Recreational Program – Ages 5-18
The recreational program is designed for dancers who are looking to explore the world of dance. Student will learn techniques of their chosen dance style throughout the year. Combinations, routines, and technical work are used to allow students to develop at their own pace. Students will learn a dance routine that will be performed in our year end recital at the end of the dance season. The dance styles offered in this program is Jazz/Tap, Ballet, Acro & Hip Hop. Full class descriptions can be found on our website.
Pre-Competitive & Company Program – Ages 8-18
These programs are designed for dancers who wish to take their dance training to the next level.
The Pre-Competitive program is designed for dancers who are interested in joining the company (our competitive program). These dancers will be required to take classes to improve their technique and performance while developing necessary skills, including teamwork, determination, and self confidence. Dancer will learn one dance routine and go to one dance competition. along with our recital at the end of the year.
The Company is designed for dancers who are ready technically and have developed those necessary performance skills. These dancers have required classes throughout the year and will attend dance competitions throughout the season along with our recital at the end of the year.
Adult Dance Program - A combination of Music and Movement is good for your mind, your body, and your soul. Dance helps to exercise your memory, keep your body active, improve your coordination and balance, as well as being a social event.
Have an event coming up? A trip, wedding, a night out, learning to dance can be fun and helpful!
Adult program runs on 4 week session with new classes being offered every four weeks. Check out our adult dance facebook page: "Limitless Adult Dance Program"
Fee Structure & Payments
Our year is broken down into two Sessions. Session 1 = September – December (13 weeks)
Session 2 = January – May (15 weeks), for a total of 28 weeks.
We have two payment options to best suit our families needs. Our pricing includes recital costume fee, and tuition for the year.
Option 1: Session (2 payments in September and January of $192 plus HST), this option has a discount built in but there are no refunds for withdrawl of the program.
Option 2: Installment (9 equal payments September through May of $50 plus HST). The monthly amount remains the same regardless of the amount of classes that particular month. If a dancer chooses to withdral from the program (please read withdral policy above) future payments can be stopped.
NO REFUND POLICY
Registration fees are non-refundable and once a payment has been submitted there is a no refund policy. This includes tuition fees, class fees, costume fees, and event fees. In cases of extreme unforeseen circumstances Limitless Dance Company may issue refunds/credits depending on the situation and documentation may need to be provided.
PAYMENTS AND BALANCES
Payments are done by EMT or credit card though our App or at the office. Payments are required before the 20th of the month. Any outstanding payments will be processed with the credit card on file.
Any account holders with past due accounts will be contacted and have a late charge applied. If the account remains unpaid the dancer will not be permitted to attend class or perform in any performance until the payment has been received. External debt collection may occur when fees remain overdue and this will be at the expense of the client.
Policies & Procedures
DISRESPECTFUL INTERACTIONS
In the rare case of a parent or student showing disrespect or defamation to any parent, staff member or student, a meeting will be called immediately and dismissal may be considered at the discretion of the principal. Physical, mental, emotional or cyber bullying by parents, staff or students will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal from the studio.
LOST/STOLEN PROPERTY
Limitless Dance Company takes no responsibility for any stolen or misplaced property on the studio premises and we encourage our families to avoid bringing valuable items into the studio where possible.
COMMUNICATION
Communication between the studio and parents/dancers will take place through our App - "DanceStudio-Pro Portal". Parents will have the ability to send and receive direct messages to and from the studio. Other communication may be done thorough email, text messages, and newsletters.
PHOTO & VIDEO RELEASE
Any photos, videos, recordings, taken by/on behalf of Limitless Dance Company, during class, rehearsals, photo shoots, performances, or events remain the sole property of Limitless Dance Company and may be used without compensation for promotional, educational, commercial, or instructional purposes and give permission to allow the use of such materials.
DRESS CODE
Ballet – All ballet students must wear bodysuit and tights, so alignment is visible. Ballet skirts are permitted. Ballet shoes. All hair must be pulled back off the face.
Creative Movement/Tiny Tumblers- We ask all students to wear fitted, stretchy clothing that enables them to properly stretch, jump and allows the instructor to see alignment. Jeans, dresses, skirts and other restrictive clothing are not permitted. Black dance slippers are required.
Hip Hop & Breaking - Stretchy clothing that enables them to properly stretch, jump and allows the instructor to see alignment. Jeans, dresses, skirts and other restrictive clothing are not permitted. A pair of indoor sneakers.
Acro - Bodysuit, unitard or tight fitting clothing. Sweatpants, jeans, sweaters, dresses, skirts are not permitted. No shoes are required.
Musical Theatre/Tap Combo - We ask We ask all students to wear fitted, stretchy clothing that enables them to properly stretch, jump and allows the instructor to see alignment. Jeans, dresses, skirts and other restrictive clothing are not permitted. Black dance slippers and tap shoes are required.
Don't worry we have you covered - you can purchase all your dancers required items from shoes, tights, bodysuits, and more, online through our dancewear store
CLASS CANCELLATIONS
If classes are cancelled due to weather (snow/ice storm, freezing rain, etc.) There will be a post on our Facebook/Instagram page as well as our App indicating that classes are cancelled. It is the parents/dancer’s responsibility to check your notifications or Facebook page. On those days school is cancelled due to weather; dance class will not be cancelled unless road conditions remain unsafe. If classes are cancelled for any other reason (holidays, teacher illness, etc.) you will be notified by our Dance Season Calendar, or App. If a student misses’ class, it is the students’ responsibility to catch up on missed choreography and lessons.
MAKE-UP WEEKS
Two times throughout the year (December & May), we will use one week to make up any cancellations. As the Make-Up Week approaches, your child will receive a schedule for the classes that require make up during that week. Please note that during make up weeks classes may be at different times or days.
STUDENT DROP-OFF & PICK-UP
Limitless Dance asks that you be on time when dropping off and picking up your children and please accompany them into the building. If a student is continuously late for class, or is being picked up late, we may ask for the withdrawal of that student. Instructors cannot be responsible for students before or after their scheduled class.
CLASS SCHEDULE CHANGES
Changes in class times throughout the dance season rarely occur, however, Limitless Dance Company reserves the right to combine, cancel or change class times due to enrollment.
ATTENDENCE – NOT RETURNING
Regular attendance is an important part of succeeding in any dance class, If your child is not returning at any time throughout the dance season, a parent or legal guardian must complete and sign a withdraw form from our office and return it. Non-attendance is not considered withdrawal and payments will continue as per normal.
Important Dates
Date Description
Sept 8th - Classes Begin! Welcome new and familiar faces!
Sept 30th - Truth & Reconciliation. No classes for students
Oct 12th - Thanksgiving - No classes for students
Oct 24-30th - Halloween Week! Dancers can dress up in costume and we will celebrate with Halloween theme music and games.
Oct 31st - Halloween! Regular classes for students!
Nov 20th - Registration for Session 2. Please let us know if you will be joining us for Session 2 or if you want to switch classes.
Dec 6-11th - Make-up week. All cancelled classes will be made up this week - please note that classes may not be at their normal days and times.
Dec 12th - Session 1 Show & Party! Celebrate the completion of session one with a short performance and some goodies!
Jan 4th - Classes Resume. Session 2 begins - welcome back dancers
Feb 15th - Heritage Day. No classes for students
March 7-13th - March Break. No classes for students
March 29th - Easter Monday. No classes for students
April 18th - Picture Day (optional) more info to come
April 26-May 7- Make up week - All cancelled classes will be made up this week - please note that classes may not be at their normal days and times.
Date TBD - Year End Recital! Our BIG show complete with stage, lights, and costumes! Celebrate your dancers hard work all year!
