Policies & Guildlines

Dress Code

NEW! Exclusive 2010 BDC Children & Teen Program Dancewear
We are pleased to announce the new CTP dancewear line at Broadway Dance Center! For your convenience, all items may be purchased online at The Online Shop at BDC. With several style options to choose from in each division, this new dress code will have us looking sharper (and brighter) than ever. Order your child’s leotard, tights, shoes and accessories today!

The CTP enforces a mandatory dress code for each age division. We feel strongly in our belief that this will promote discipline and proper classroom etiquette. All hair must be pulled back away from the face. No jewelry is permitted. Any student not in dress code will be asked to observe the class. Exceptions will not be made. Dress code is listed below.

Leotard Colors

Creative Movement Light Pink  
Pre Dance Light Blue  
6-8yr Old Classes Apple Green  
9-12 yr Old Classes Hot Pink  
Pre-teen and Teen Classes Black  

 

All male dancers must wear black pants and a black fitted shirt. We recommend that you wear black shoes according to the type of class you are taking.

3-4 years old
Creative Movement: Light pink skirted BDC leotard, pink ballet shoes, pink ballet tights, black tap shoes.

4-5 years old
Pre-Dance: Light blue skirted BDC leotard, pink ballet shoes, pink ballet tights, black tap shoes. Hip-Hop: Students may wear sneakers and any type of clothes that allow their body to move with ease.

6-8 years old
Ballet/Jazz Combo: Apple green BDC leotard (two styles to choose from), pink ballet tights, pink ballet shoes, black jazz shoes. Optional BDC wear that may be worn: apple green or black hot shorts or black jazz pants.
Tap: Apple green BDC leotard (two styles to choose from), pink ballet tights, black tap shoes. Optional BDC wear that may be worn: apple green or black hot shorts or black jazz pants. Triple Threat: Apple green BDC leotard (two awesome styles to choose from), black jazz shoes and BDC apple green or black hot shorts or black jazz pants.
Hip-Hop: Students may wear sneakers and any type of clothes that allow their body to move with ease.

9-12 year old and Teen Classes:
LEOTARDS & HALF TOPS
9-12 years old: Hot Pink BDC leotard (three styles to choose from). Optional: Hot Pink BDC half top. Half tops may NOT be worn in ballet class.

Teen: Black BDC leotard (three styles to choose from). Optional: Black BDC half top. Half tops may NOT be worn in ballet class.

TIGHTS, SHOES & ACCESSORIES
Jazz, Jumps & Turns and Lyrical: Black jazz shoes. Optional: black tights, black BDC hot shorts, jazz pants or BDC romper.
Tap: Black Oxford tap shoes. Optional: black tights, black BDC hot shorts, jazz pants or BDC romper.
Triple Threat: Black jazz shoes. Optional: black, tights, black BDC hot shorts, jazz pants or BDC romper.
Latin Jazz: Black BDC Latin skirt, Ballroom Shoes (available to purchase at BDC but not required.) Optional: black tights, black BDC hot shorts or jazz pants.
Modern and African: No shoes required. Optional: black tights, black BDC hot shorts, jazz pants or BDC romper.
Hip Hop: Students may wear sneakers and any type of clothing that allow their body to move with ease.
Tuition Policy and Recital Fees
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept Cash, Check, Money Orders, Mastercard or Visa.
When are payments due?

If you have selected the monthly payment plan, payments are due by the 10th of each month. If you have chosen the semester plan, the first payment is due upon registration and the second payment is due by February 13, 2011. You may make a payment on Saturdays or Sundays at the CTP office, or mail your payments to:

Broadway Dance Center
Attn: Children and Teen Program
322 West 45th Street, 3rd Floor
New York, NY 10036

If you have selected EFT, your payment will be deducted on the second Wednesday of each month.

NO REFUNDS, FOR ANY REASON, WILL BE GIVEN AFTER NOVEMBER 1, 2010
Should I expect to pay any additional fees?

Yes, COSTUME AND RECITAL FEES will be due at a later date for the 2011 recital. Plenty of notice will be given for those fees and dates. Prices and due dates TBA.

There is a $25 fee for all returned checks. Following one returned check, we ask that all subsequent payments be made with cash, money order, or credit card. If you have chosen EFT, all additional fees will be taken out of your account on their due dates.

What if my child wishes to add or drop a class?

If your child wishes to ADD or DROP a class after September 25, 2010, you must notify Allie or Emily via email. If no notification is given, YOU WILL BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ENTIRETY OF TUITION PAYMENT. You may only add a class if it is not full. A waiting list will be made for those classes exceeding maximum enrollment.

Attendance Policy
Consistent Attendance is REQUIRED. In order for your child to progress, attendance is key. Students may miss only if she/he has a valid excuse ( medical issue, family emergency, etc). Allie or Emily must be notified if any absence should occur. No more than 3 absences will be allowed during the dance season or you may be asked to withdraw from the program. 2 days of tardiness will count as a full day’s absence.

For their safety, your child will not be able to participate in class if they arrive more than 10 minutes late. They will be asked to observe class and take notes. This will be strictly enforced. There are NO MAKE-UP CLASSES and you will be HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT, even if your child does not attend class. Our program is a 32 week commitment and we feel it should be just that - a commitment.
Additional Information
How will I be kept informed?
All NEWSLETTERS will be sent via EMAIL. No paper newsletters will be mailed. They will also be available to download online or you can find a copy of the newsletter on the CTP INFORMATION BOARD in the BDC lobby. It is extremely important that you read each newsletter! Each will contain important information regarding dates, studio news, recital info, audition opportunities, etc.  
What does the recital entail?
An end of the year showcase will be held in June. All dancers are strongly encouraged to participate in the recital. This will give the dancers a chance to show what they have learned throughout the year. A costume and performance fee will be required. If for any reason a dancer will not be able to participate in this wonderful experience, please let Emily or Allie know prior to the Winter Holiday Break.  
How can I get in touch with the Directors?

The Children and Teen Program office is located on the 8th floor of BDC. Office hours are Wednesday-Friday 12-6pm. Contact Emily or Allie at 212.582.9304 Ext. 25 or 26 or by emailing us at CTP@bwydance.com.

We welcome parents and students to contact us with any questions or comments that you may have!
When will I be able to watch my child in class?
In order for dancers to get the most out of class and for the teacher to maintain a student’s focus, we ask that viewing of the classrooms be done only on the days which we have set aside as OBSERVATION DAYS. We will have 2 observation days for family and friends to come and observe the classroom experience. Observation Days are December 18-19 & April 9-10
How is class placement decided upon?

All new and returning students (9-18yrs) who wish to enroll in a ballet, jazz, or tap class on Saturdays are required to attend the Placement Class on either September 11, 2010 or September 12, 2010. Student class placement for the upcoming year will be based on that evaluation and not on prior level in CTP. All other classes may be registered for as normal. ALL Parents are strongly encouraged to attend the Parent Orientations that will also take place on September 11th from 12-1:30pm or September 12th from 10:30am-12noon. *Based upon a dancer’s ability, if he or she is not at the level of the Saturday classes, then he/she may be asked to take on Sunday. A dancer will not be put into a level that is not suitable for him/her for any reason. Final decisions are made by the CTP Directors and Faculty.