Personal appearance, appropriate dancewear, properly prepared dance bag and classroom conduct are all important elements of Classical Ballet training. Each element must positively reflect the program’s traditional and disciplined approach. Therefore we request that students comply with the policies listed below at all times when attending classes in these studios. Failure to respect these policies may result in dismissal from the school.
Refund/Withdraw Policy:
Tuition and registration fees are NON-REFUNDABLE.
Make-up classes
If a student must miss a class, the student may attend another class within the same quarter. The level will be determined by the class instructor.
Drugs and Alcohol
Use or possession of any alcohol, drug or tobacco products in the classroom or in the facility restrooms or public areas will result in immediate termination from the school. Tuition will not be refunded.
Paperwork/Emails
We will periodically send out mail or email. Please make sure that our Operations Manager has your correct contact information. In an effort to go green, we will be sending the majority of our information via email and/or posting on our website. If you do not own a computer, please alert our Operations Manager.
Hair
Hair should be worn neatly off the face and fastened securely in a bun. Hair too short for a bun should be pulled back away from the face. This allows for unrestricted movement and enables the teacher to see the shape and placement of the head and the total line of the body. Leg warmers and other accessories may be worn during the cold season and are at the discretion of the teacher.
Please refrain from wearing jewelry of any type in class (non-dangling earrings are acceptable).
DRESS CODE BY LEVEL
Pre-Ballet Division (P1, P2, BA)
Girls: Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers. Black leotard with attached skirt is acceptable.
Boys: Black gym pants or shorts, white socks, white or black ballet slippers
Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced, and Pre-professional Divisions (Levels 1, 2, 3, 3A, 4, 5, and 6)
Girls: Black leotard, pink tights (full length, tucked into ballet slippers), pink ballet slippers
Boys: Black gym pants or shorts, white socks, white or black ballet slippers
Levels 3, 3A, 4, 5, 6: May wear solid color of their personal choice for Saturday classes and rehearsals.
Leg warmers/skirts
Leg warmers and close fitting sweaters are permitted for injured students and if the weather is extremely cool. Ballet skirts, sweaters, and other dance accessories are permissible only at the discretion of the teacher. Attached skirts on leotards are permitted for the Pre-Ballet Division only.
Shoes
Please refrain from wearing ballet shoes outside of the studio, as gravel will damage the special floors of our studios. Street shoes should not be worn on the studio floors.
Contemporary, Lyrical, and Jazz
Black dance shorts or black dance Capri pants and any color leotard or fitted dance top that completely covers the midriff. Black or tan slip on Jazz shoes is required for all levels. Dance Paws or Foot Undeez are required for Lyrical and Contemporary.
Tap
Tan, lace up, flat tap shoes (similar to a jazz shoe style). Any color leotard and tights or dance shorts.
Adult Students (male & female)
There is no dress code for adult students. Comfortable, fitted clothing, such as yoga or exercise clothing is suggested for all adult students.
Sick Policy/Class Absences
Please notify the office in writing via email at gulfshoreballet@gmail.com, or by telephone at 590-6191, when a student will miss a class. Last minute illnesses should be phoned in to the school before class begins. Attendance at each class is important to your child’s progress and development. It also demonstrates a student’s commitment to their class and supports the teacher in planning rehearsals for upcoming performances and showcases. A missed class may be made up during the same quarter. If your child is experiencing an illness (fever, flu-like symptoms, etc.), please keep them home from class in order to reduce the chance of spreading an illness. If a child is injured they are encouraged to attend their class to observe.
Parent Drop-off & Pick-up:
Please be prompt when dropping off and picking up your child. Parents will be charged a late fee after 10 minutes past their class dismissal time. All students will be instructed to wait inside the building until their ride arrives. In order to reinforce safety, we encourage parents to advise their children to not exit the building unattended.
Water Policy: Students may bring water from home. Cold water is available for purchase for $1.00 per bottle. Students who wish to purchase water at the school will need to purchase a water card. Cards may be purchased in the office. Please refrain from using the refrigerator for personal use of food or drinks.
Rehearsal Requirements: All students are eligible to participate in two performances per year. While participation in these performances is not mandatory, we strongly urge you to take advantage of participating in each production. The teachers and students at Gulfshore Ballet work very hard throughout the year, developing and practicing skills that are applied to the choreography in each production. Those students wishing to perform will be required to be present at classes and scheduled rehearsals prior to the performance. A rehearsal schedule requiring parental signature will be presented prior to each performance.
Level Placement/Change: At the beginning of each semester, students will be evaluated by the program faculty and placed at the level of class most appropriate for their experience and ability. Appointments with the GSB faculty may be scheduled with the office regarding your child’s education.
Download the 2012-2013 Classroom Policies.
