Information About The Dance Workshop

The Dance Workshop, owned by and under the directorship of Elizabeth Salito, was established in 1983. We have maintained a reputation of excellence based on quality instruction. Through our progressive program, professional and spacious facility, students of all ages have the opportunity to strengthen their bodies and minds as they grow to love the art of dance. From creative movement to the most advanced dance classes, our students gain a solid understanding of proper technique and terminology while also developing self-discipline, physical fitness, poise, and a greater appreciation of movement and music.

Open House Dates

Monday, July 11, 9-1. Friday, July 15, 9-1. Saturday, July 16, 10-3. Wednesday, July 20, 1-5 & 6-8. Monday, August 1, 9-1. Tuesday, August 9, 6-9. Saturday, August 13, 10-2.

Calendar

July/August Fall Registration: M,T,W: 9:00-12:00, Monday evening: 4:00-7:00 pm. Saturday, September 10th: Classes start! November 23rd-27th: Thanksgiving Recess (Studio closed). December 12th: Costume payments are due. December 23rd-January 2nd: Holiday Recess (Studio closed). February 18th-21st: Mini-Winter Break (Studio closed). April 1st: Advertising Contract Deadline for souvenir dance production program. April 6th: Good Friday (Studio closed). April 16th-22nd: Spring Break (Studio closed). Sunday, April 29th: Ticket Sales Begin 9:00am-1:00pm (Additional ticket sales April 30th and on at DWS Office. Ample seating available.). May 28th: Memorial Day (Studio closed). June 6th-7th: Dress Rehearsals for Annual Dance Productions, Schedule and Times TBA. June 9, 2012: Annual Dance Productions at The Klein Memorial Theatre. June 18th & 19th: The Dance Workshop Ensemble Auditions for the 2012-2013 Season, times TBA.

Registration Fee

There is a non-refundable registration fee of $20.00 per family for the 2011-2012 dance season. Class space will be reserved upon receipt of the registration fee, first quarterly installment, and the completed and signed registration form. Classes will be on a first come, first serve basis. We have the right to combine any class that enrollment falls below eight. If the desired class is closed upon registration, your name will be put on a wait list.

Tuition Policy

Tuition may be divided into quarterly or yearly payments. Tuition is based on enrollment for a full school year of classes. Payment schedules are as follows:

All tuition payments are expected on time. Checks may be mailed or deposited in the tuition payment box in Studio 1. All cash payments must be made in the office only. Any account with a payment more than 20 days late will be charged a $25.00 late fee. There will be a $35.00 charge for any returned checks.

Yearly Tuition

Discounts

Discounts are given to students who take more than one class per week. 10% discount for the second class taken and 15% for each additional class. Families with more than one child enrolled receive $100.00 off of yearly tuition. Yearly tuitions paid in full upon registration will be discounted 5%.

Withdrawal Policy

Any student registering for classes and then withdrawing after November 10th will be required to pay half of yearly tuition for the class withdrawn from. If a student does not wish to continue, a "drop card" must be filled out by the parent/guardian and returned to the office. Tuition charges will continue until a "drop card" has been received, regardless of the number of absences.

Make-up Classes

We encourage our students to attend classes regularly for continued improvement. Any student with perfect attendance at the end of our dance season will receive a certificate from their teacher. The Dance Workshop does not refund accounts for classes missed, but will be happy to schedule a make-up session. Please call the Dance Workshop office to find days/times available.

Dress Code/Conduct

A mandatory dress code will be enforced by the individual teacher for each class. All Creative Dance and Dance Fundamental classes must wear a leotard (no skirt attached or separate allowed). All students must have hair pulled back neatly and pinned away from the face. This will help create a professional atmosphere conducive to learning dance without additional distractions. Every student is expected to behave in a disciplined and courteous manner. If any students behavior disrupts the learning process of the class that student will be dismissed.

Inclement Weather

In case of inclement weather, please visit our website and access our 'weather cancellation information'. All delays and/or cancellations will be posted on this blog as well as our group page on facebook. If there is a morning delay for Monroe Public Schools, all morning classes will be held one hour later than the scheduled time.

Birthday Parties: 2 Hour Celebration ($225)

The Dance Workshop is available for birthday parties, which are scheduled around classes and rehearsals. A highly qualified instructor will be available to provide your child with an exciting and unique birthday celebration.

Private Lessons

Escalate your training with private classes with our excellent teachers. Contact the studio and set up an appointment for one class or a series of classes. Our exceptional staff is happy to offer this wonderful opportunity to our students.

Annual Dance Production

Each year The Dance Workshop produces professional dance productions showcasing our dancers talents and hard work. Our productions are scheduled for June 9, 2012. All scholarships and yearly awards are handed out at this showcase. All students performing in the production will participate in our finale at the conclusion of our show.

Costumes

Students performing in the Annual Dance Production will be measured for costume selection during October and November. Costume fees will be posted for each class in the designated studio during the month of November. All costume payments must be in by December 12, 2011. Costumes cannot be cancelled after December 31, 2011. If you withdraw from a class after this date you will assume complete financial responsibility for the costume as per your signed Policy Agreement.

DWS Ensemble and DWS Performance Team

The Dance Workshop Ensemble, our competitive dance company, is by audition only and open to any student ages 5-18. We compete at local and out of state competitions as well as charitable functions, This Ensemble holds an annual scholarship fundraising showcase (Showcase date TBA). The Dance Workshop Performance Team is open to all ages and levels and performs solely for community service/entertainment. This is a non-competitive group.