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CLASSES & FEES

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CLASSES

The academic year is divided into 4 terms of approximately 10 weeks. In the June/July holidays there will be no classes during the first week, however there may be classes during the second week , leading up to exams.

Academy students are not permitted to attend outside classes without permission from the principal. For many years the Studio achievements have been high; should you require more than is offered by the prospectus then good manners dictate that you should ask the Principal for advice.

NON COMPLIANCE WITH THE ABOVE RULE COULD RESULT IN EXPULSION.

As studio space is limited, and young students are easily distracted, parents are asked NOT to watch classes each week.
The last week of term is an OPEN WEEK when parents are invited to watch.
Students are not forced to participate in the end of year performance but, if they are unable to take part, please notify the Principal in writing before rehearsals commence.

PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons are available by arrangement with the principal

CONCERT
At concert time, costumes are hired out for a fee. Parents may be asked to alter hooks and eyes. Jazz costumes, if not hired, will be bought and owned by the parents.

ADULT CLASSICAL
These classes are designed for people who have previously studied dance and for those who are new to it all. The exercises are structured so that you can work at your own pace, from the basics to the more advanced. There are beginner classes, Intermediate for those who have studied for a year and Advanced for those who have studied ballet for longer.

STRETCH CLASS
A class that stratches and strengthens the body whilst mainly sitting or lying on the floor. To help attain flexibility for both a dancer's benefit and to maintain general body health.

CONTEMPORARY
Classes are available to senior students only.

JAZZ DANCE
Classes for students from the age of 5 and upwards are available including classes designed for youth who have never done dancing. There are no exams in this style of dance done at this studio.

TAP DANCING
These classes are new to the studio and will be available depending on numbers

 

FEES

ALL Ballet and Jazz classes will be billed on a term basis. Fees are payable within the first half of each term....otherwise students will not be permitted to continue taking classes.

Fees payed within the first two weeks of term will receive a 5% discount (excluding costume hire and exam fees).

A half term's notice or one half term's fees in lieu of notice will be required of students who do not complete the year.

A scale of fees should be on the attached form.

N.B. Parents are asked to place all fees in an envelope clearly marked with the name of the student and the amount enclosed, as this assists in avoiding confusion in accounting.

FEES DISCLAIMERS

ILLNESS
If classes are missed due to illness, then the student should make them up in an appropriate class during the same term where possible. Please discuss with the teacher. No refunds will be given.

INJURY

Discounts will be available on request for students with long term injury & unable to dance.

HOLIDAYS DURING TERM TIME
Fees will not be discounted for holidays (less than 3 weeks) taken during term time.
If extended leave is required (ie more than 3 weeks), a discount may be available subject to discussion with the principal.
Any discount must be discussed with the principal at the commencement of term.

Essendon Academy of Ballet
950 Mt. Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC 3040

Mobile: 0412 643 337 Telephone: 03 9336 2724 Fax: 03 9331 7237
Email: michela@alphalink.com.au