​The following policies have been established to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone at DLSPA.​

 

Studio Guidelines

• Arrival: Please arrive 2-3 minutes prior to the start of class.

• Pick-Up: Students must be picked up promptly at the end of class. If you expect to be more than 10 minutes late, please notify the school. Additional fees may apply.

• Missed Classes: Missed classes cannot be made up.

• Parking: Parking is available on the north side of the building. Please avoid blocking the drop-off lane, and exercise extreme caution when entering and exiting.

• Communication: All communication is sent via email. Please check your inbox regularly to stay informed.

• Studio Holidays: We are closed for Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving week, Christmas Brea, and Spring Break.

• Enrollment Pro-Rates: Pro-rates are based on the 1st and 15th of each month

• Tuition Pricing & Policies

• Registration Fee: $50

• Group Classes: Tuition is based on the length of the class and the discipline taught.

• 30-minute class: $70/month

• 45-minute class: $85/month

• 60-minute class: $105/month

• Payment: Tuition is due on the 1st of each month via our secure online Auto-Pay system. If tuition is not paid by the 10th, a $15 late fee will be applied. Auto-Pay is required; a $5 charge will be added for non-Auto-Pay payments.

• Trial Class: A drop-in rate of $30 is available for group classes.

• Discounts: 10% discount for 3-4 classes taken within the same family, 15% discount for 5 or more classes

• Returned Payment: A $35 fee will be assessed for any returned payments, including Auto-Pay.

• Please note: Tuition, registration, and recital fees are non-refundable.

• Recital Fees

• Christmas Show: The Christmas show fee is covered by full tuition payments made in November and December. November has 3 classes and December has 2 classes. 

• May Recital: A $60 recital fee will be charged in March for all current students to help cover venue rental, technical services, stage crew, and props. May tuition is due for all students, both participating and non-participating in the recital.

• Costumes: Recital dance costumes cost between $100-$130 and are purchased through SHOP DLSPA. Orders should be placed by February 25th. Alterations are the responsibility of the parent or guardian. When in doubt, size up.

• For shows and recitals themed attire may be requested for non-dance group classes (e.g., color themes, song themes). Instructors will provide further details as needed.

• Class Requirements

• Classes are progressive, so regular attendance is crucial. Excessive absences may require private lessons to catch up. Make-up classes are not offered.

• Drums: Drumsticks and a home practice pad

• Guitar/Ukulele: Instrument, binder with paper, pencil/pen, and sheet protectors

• Piano: Binder with paper, pencil/pen, sheet protectors, and syllabus (purchased through SHOP DLSPA)

• Dance: Attire requirements are available through SHOP DLSPA

• Other Requirements: As communicated by each instructor for specific classes

• Dropping a Class

• Our main season runs from August to May and is divided into two sessions. By enrolling, you are committing for the entirety of each session. Classes may only be dropped in December without further commitment. To drop a class, please submit a written request via email. Tuition remains due through the end of the session, but transferring to a different class or day is an option.