School Policies

Registration Fee

Fee is $18.00 every January. This is pro-rated at $1.50 per month thereafter.

Tuition

Tuition is due on the first lesson of each month and is the same amount every month regardless of holidays. There is a $10.00 fee for payments made after the 10th of the month.
All payments are for full month amounts.
Tuition is based on four weeks. "Fifth" week classes are taught at no extra charge.
Three or more months paid in advance receive an additional 10% off our prices. (no refunds)

Absences and Make-ups

No credits or refunds for classes missed.
Absences may be "made-up" if tuition for the current month is paid.

Dress Requirements for all Students    See examples at right.

Plain Black leotard with or without little chiffon skirt

Pink tights: to date, we prefer Body Wrappers #A45 or #C45 in Ballet Pink available at dancewear stores.

Pink slippers: Available at Payless Shoes or any local dancewear store.
Click Here for a list of dancewear stores in the area.

Costumes, Tutus and jewelry are not appropriate for ballet class. We have a special dress-up day on the first lesson of each month
for children under 6 years old.

Hair should be brushed up off the neck and put into a ballet bun with or without a small flower adornment.

All dancers can wear a sweater and legwarmers when the weather is colder.

Rules of Conduct

Arrive early for classes.
Do not bring food or gum into the studios.
Observers must be quiet and unobtrusive at all times.
Parents must pick up students promptly after class. New West is not responsible for child care after the class is concluded.