2025–2026 Season

Classes begin the week of Monday, September 8, 2025.

Attire

• Female students must wear appropriate dancewear: leotards, sports bras, dance shorts, skirts or leggings, and tights.

• Male students should wear athletic wear.

• All students must wear proper shoes for each style of class. Shoes must be ordered by October 1st.

• Cover-ups must be removed at the start of class.

Tuition & Payment Policy

• Registration Fee: $25 per child (due at registration).

• Monthly Tuition: Due the first week of each month.

  • Pay online via our website: www.villadance.com (under "Online Account").

  • Accepted payment methods: cash, check, debit/credit card.

  • We strongly encourage Auto Pay. Auto Pay runs on the 1st of each month and can be set up in your parent portal.

• Tuition is based on a yearly total divided into 9 equal monthly payments.

• Late Fee: $15 after the 10th of the month.

• Returned Check Fee: $20

• Non-refundable: All payments are non-refundable.

• If your account is 2 months past due, class placement will be suspended until your balance is current.

Bullying & Harassment Policy

Villa Dance Company has zero tolerance for bullying or harassment from staff, students, or families. Violation of this policy may result in dismissal from the program.

Communication & Notices

Important updates will be sent via:

• Email

• Text

• Facebook

• Parent Portal

Please keep your contact info updated at all times.

Holiday Closures

The studio will be closed on the following dates:

• Trick-or-Treat: TBA

• Thanksgiving Break: November 24–27

• Christmas Break: December 22 – January 2

• Spring Break: TBA

Attendance

• Consistent attendance is key to success!

• Tuition is not prorated for missed classes.

• Students who miss 5 or more classes after February 1st may be ineligible for recital.

Class Observation

• All classes are closed for in-person viewing.

• Atlantic location: Parents may watch class through our secure SpotTV live streaming service.

• Audubon location: We are working to restore live stream capability in the near future.

Weather Cancellations

For inclement weather updates:

• Tune in to KSOM/KS95 or KJAN.

• Check Facebook, email, and text alerts.

Insurance

Villa Dance Company does not carry medical insurance for students. It is the responsibility of each parent to ensure their child is covered under a personal insurance policy.

Class Placement

• Placement is based on ability, not age.

• Our curriculum allows for 2–4 years in each level:

  • One year to learn

  • Following years to master and expand skills

• Students are advanced when they’ve shown readiness—not automatically each year.

• We typically group students with familiar classmates to promote strong relationships and teamwork.

Lost & Found

We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Items left behind will be held for one month before being donated.

Choreography

• All choreography is created by VDC staff and is copyrighted.

• Performing VDC routines (in full or in part) outside of studio events (e.g., talent shows, school, nursing homes) requires written permission from both the choreographer and director.

Withdrawal Policy

• Notify the office immediately if you plan to withdraw from a class.

• Tuition charges continue until an official drop form is submitted.

• Monthly tuition at the time of withdrawal is non-refundable.

Illness & Health

• Please call ahead if your child will miss class.

• Keep your child home if they:

  • Have a fever

  • Missed school due to illness

  • Have an infectious disease or head lice

All staff are CPR certified, first-aid trained, and are certified mandatory reporters.

Student Drop-Off & Pick-Up

• No waiting area is available for students.

• Students should be dropped off/picked up promptly.

• Please avoid parking on grassy areas around the lot.

Annual Recital (June 2025)

Our annual recital showcases our dancers’ growth and achievements. While not mandatory, it is a highlight of our year.

• Tentative Date: First weekend in June 2025 (awaiting Atlantic High School confirmation)

• Recital Fee: $25 per child (non-refundable), due with costume deposits

Costumes

• Chosen by VDC staff.

• Families will receive photos and sizing info once costumes are selected.

• Charges will be added to your account once your child is committed.

• Each class/style will have a separate costume (except combo classes, which have two).

• Estimated Cost: $65–$100 per costume, including tights.

• Costume Payments Due: October & November
  Costumes will not be ordered until paid in full.

Studio Expectations

• Arrive no more than 5 minutes early and be picked up promptly after class.

• No smoking, alcohol, or foul language is allowed inside or outside the facility.

• Cell phones must remain on silent inside dance bags.

• Teamwork, encouragement, kindness, and respect are expected from everyone at VDC.

Student & Parent Conduct

We reserve the right to dismiss any student or family for:

• Bullying

• Inappropriate or disrespectful behavior

• Use of vulgar language

We expect all dancers and families to represent Villa Dance Company with integrity and kindness.

Audubon Families

• All above policies apply.

• Class observation is not available until live streaming is restored.

• Drop-off and pick-up will be at the upstairs doors.

• The downstairs area is for students only.

• Dancers will keep their items in the designated space downstairs.

• Parents should wait outside or in their vehicles.

• Payments can be sent with your child or made online/through auto pay.

• Staff will assist young dancers to their rides.

Our Mission

At Villa Dance Company, we strive to create a positive, loving, and fun learning environment where every student feels confident and inspired. We are proud to provide a faculty dedicated to enhancing each child's life through encouragement and care.

Thank you for choosing us.
We are so grateful for all of you.

We Love You!
~ The VDC Staff