COVID-19
Why dance during a pandemic?
Dance is an extension and expression of who we are as human beings which allows us to share emotions that increase our sense of community and connection. Kids are feeling. Expression is essential. Dance never stops.
Dance is proven to improve moods, mental health and cognitive skills.
My child really wants to be on stage this year. What if there is a shutdown?
Trust us when we say we want all kids on stage this year. Performance companies, studios and competitions have learned a lot through this time. Our dancers will be sure to have their their opportunity to perform this year in some capacity. This may be our typical stage performance or a more intimate gathering per class. Time only knows.
What is this teaching my child?
Never give up. Change can be good. Dancing = Learning & Growing for the future. Learn to be flexible, adjust and be positive in every situation. We are in this together.
Why dance at a studio?
Dance studios can limit the number of students and create a safe environment. Even if school is out, we can finish our season. If schools close this is a good way to ensure your child is still engaging in physical activity.
What safety cautions are you taking?
We are following CDC and state and local guidelines.
- Air Cleaning Systems in each dance room and in hallway complete with Pre-filter to capture initial dust and allergen particles, Activated Carbon Filter to control and prevent the growth of bacteria, germs and mold, UV-C Light to enhance the elimination of airborne germs.
- Masks are REQUIRED in the common area for everyone over the age of 5 and highly encouraged for those younger. (Masks are recommended while dancing and around anyone you do not live in the same household with) We continue to follow state and local guidelines. These are constantly changing, please read the signs on the doors for the most current information.
- Temperature checks upon arrival
- Limited class sizes (9 students max classroom).
- Studios are taped off in a grid pattern to separate students.
- Studio lobbies are closed and all classes are drop off and pick during the the first 5 and last 5 minutes of class only. Parents are to stay with their dancer until they are permitted to go into their classroom, at that point we ask that you leave to clear the lobby areas. Please enter the studio 5 minutes before the start and end of scheduled class time.
- Hand sanitizer provided in multiple areas and each classroom. Hand washing is encouraged.
- Teachers will be wearing mask at all times.
- Constant cleaning of all areas, etc.
- In the event we can not continue in person classes, classes will continue on zoom during the same class times and at the same class rates.
We are prepared to be with our dancers through it all!
In addition if you have any of the following symptoms we ask that you stay home:
- If you have had close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19
- Fever as determined by a measured temperature of 100.4 or greater
- Chills
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- New cough
- New loss of taste or smell
Whether you dance at recital, competition, for fun, in the studio or online you can achieve:
- To be in/have a professional dance career
- Physical activity/health
- A safe place to build self confidence & improve metal health
- Social awareness & collaboration (friendship & teamwork)
- To learn not only physical skills but also life skills
- For cognitive skills
- To have a teacher/mentor help care for a child
- For a creative outlet
- Discipline & perseverance
- Training for a school team or future audition
General Information
Additional Information
Recital & Recital Fee We encourage all students to perform in our end of year recital, so that they have the opportunity to display all that they have learned during the year.
1. Recital Fee: The recital fee covers the cost of the auditorium and allows students to invite as many guests as they like by eliminating ticket sales. If your dancer withdraws from classes after February 28, the recital fee will not be refunded.
2. Opting Out of Recital: Students must participate in recital for all classes or not participate in the recital at all. Students cannot pick and choose particular classes for recital. Students and parents are responsible for informing SDC in writing no later than October 31, if a student is not going to participate in recital. Notice must be provided directly to the office.
Absences & Inclement Weather Missed Classes: If a student misses more than 1 class, please contact the office so that the instructor is aware of the circumstances. There are no refunds for missed classes.
Excessive Absences: Students with excessive absences may be pulled from the recital dance with no refund. This is at teacher discretion.
Inclement Weather: In case of inclement weather, you will most likely receive an email, also check the studio Facebook page, pertaining to the classes. However if you feel that it is not safe to travel during these times, we encourage that you stay home.
Waiting & Lobby Guidelines Parking Lot: Please NO double parking (Double parking is where you park directly behind someone.) and NO blocking the side driveways, there is an additional parking area in the rear of the building. The Veterinarian office is not our parking lot so please be respectful and not block them in.
Student Drop Off: Students should arrive to class 5 minutes early and should be prepared for class with shoes and a trip to the potty to cut down on any trips during class. Please walk your student in to make sure they get into class and to see if there is any information that you may need on the board.
Student Pick Up: Parents must arrive on time to pick up their students. Parents must come inside to pick up their children. We will have students waiting in the hallway for parents to pick up.
Food and Drinks: Please keep food, drinks and gum to a minimum. You are required to clean up after eating/drinking in the studio at all times. This includes throwing away any trash, sweeping up crumbs, wiping and cleaning up any spills. Please help by doing your part to keep our studio nice and clean for you and others.
No Horseplay: Parents are to keep students and siblings from horsing around in the hallways. Students can hear what is going on outside the classroom and excessive noise is distracting.
Classrooms: Students are not to be in any classroom at any time without a teacher present.
Be Kind: Please be kind to all fellow parents and students. We are all here for the same reasons, our children and a great dance experience.
Time Between Classes: The premises of SDC outside of the classroom studios are not supervised. Students under the age of 7 may not be left unattended by a parent/guardian at any time before, after, or between classes. You are responsible for arriving on time for drop-off and pick-up, for coming into the studio for drop-off and pick-up, and for instructing your student that they may not leave the SDC building without you. Students left over five minutes past class end time will be charged a late pick-up fee of $1 per minute. If a student is 7 or older and is participating in multiple classes on the same day, the student may remain on the premises of SDC unattended by a parent/guardian between classes provided that the student abides by the Waiting Room & Lobby Guidelines and Homework & Quiet Hallway Rules .
Schedule Changes Withdrawals: Any student wishing to withdraw from any class must provide Showcase Dance Centre with a 30-day written notice of withdrawal. A student simply not showing up for class does not establish a withdrawal. You will be billed until written notice is provided.
Private Lessons: Showcase Dance Centre offers private lessons. Please contact studio for prices and availability. Competition students taking private lessons for Solos and Duet/Trios are required to take Advanced Stretch.
