Studio Policies

Welcome to Iconic Movement Dance Company!

We are committed to providing a safe, positive, and professional training environment for every dancer. Our policies are designed to ensure clear expectations, fairness for all families, and the highest standard of excellence in instruction and community.

By enrolling, families agree to abide by the following Studio Policies.

1. General Policies

  • All students, families, and instructors are expected to treat one another with kindness and respect. Disruptive, unsafe, or disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated.
  • To ensure a positive and focused environment, gossip, rumors, and negative remarks, whether in person or online, regarding other dancers, families, or staff will not be tolerated.
  • Bullying or harassment by dancers or their families will not be tolerated. Any behavior deemed bullying, physical, verbal, or via social media, will be investigated. Violations may result in disciplinary action, including probation, immediate suspension, or permanent dismissal from the studio.
  • If asked not to return to the studio for any reason, there will be no refunds of any fees collected by the studio.
  • Consistent attendance is critical to student progress. Students will not be admitted 15 minutes after class begins without prior teacher approval.
  • The studio is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please leave valuables at home.
  • Only water is permitted inside the dance room.Any other snacks or beverages must be kept in the break room.

2. Tuition & Fees

  • Tuition is billed in equal monthly installments, calculated from the total number of classes in the dance season. Tuition does not vary for months with holidays or five weeks. Tuition is non-refundable once the month/session begins, regardless of attendance.
    • Sibling Discount: If you have two or more children enrolled at the same time, you will receive a 10% discount on the lower tuition rate. The child with the highest tuition rate will be billed at our standard price. Please note that this discount applies only to tuition and does not cover registration fees or materials.
  • A one-time $45 registration fee applies to every new student. Afterward, a $45 individual registration fee or $75 family registration fee is due annually on September 1st.
  • All fees, including tuition, deposits, and registration fees, are strictly non-refundable and non-transferable, regardless of attendance, withdrawal, or cancellation.

3. Payment & Billing

  • Tuition is due on the 1st of each month.
  • All families are required to enroll in autopay with a valid credit/debit card or ACH account on file and cardholders give IMDC permission to charge their credit card or bank account provided.
    • Failure to provide a valid payment method within 48 hours of a failed transaction will result in a $35 late fee.
    • $35 will be charged for any returned checks.
  • Payment Methods: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and ACH are accepted. Cash or check may be accepted if arranged in advance.
  • A 2.89% surcharge applies to credit card payments (Visa, MasterCard, Discover). This fee does not apply to debit or ACH/bank transfer payments.

4. Absences & Make-Ups

  • Students may schedule a make-up class in a comparable class, subject to availability.
    • Must be completed within 2 months of the missed class.
    • Make-Ups are only available to currently enrolled students and expire upon termination of enrollment.
    • Make-ups are not offered for holidays or studio closures.

5. Class Cancellations

  • If the studio must cancel a class due to instructor illness, facility issues, or other unforeseen circumstances, every effort will be made to provide a substitute or make-up class.
  • For weather-related closures, notifications will be posted on the studio website, social media, and via email/text. Make-up classes will be offered when possible.

6. Withdrawal

  • To withdraw, families must submit a written notice by email to info@iconicmdc.com no later than the 20th of the month preceding the month they wish to drop. One month’s tuition will be charged if a student withdraws without providing the required notice.

7. Private Lessons

  • Company and Recreational Program dancers receive scheduling priority.
  • Dancers must be actively enrolled in at least one IMDC class to qualify for ongoing private lessons at the standard rate.
  • Payment is due 24 hours before the lesson. Lessons will not commence until payment is processed.
  • Students arriving late will only receive instruction for the remaining time. Lessons will not be extended.
  • All private lessons must be scheduled through the studio and are subject to room availability.
  • Private Lessons must be canceled at least 24 hours in advance to avoid being charged in full. Families must notify both the instructor and the studio. A one-time grace period may be granted at the studio’s discretion.

8. Attire

9. Supervision of Students

  • Students are supervised during class time only.
  • Parents/guardians must drop off and pick up dancers promptly.
  • Students under 10 must be escorted by a parent/guardian.
  • The studio cannot supervise siblings or friends not enrolled in class.
  • Parents may not enter the classroom during instruction.

10. Photography & Videotaping

  • No photography or filming of other students is permitted without authorization.
  • The studio reserves the right to photograph or record classes, rehearsals, and performances for promotional use. Enrollment constitutes consent unless a written opt-out is provided.