Policies & Guildlines

Dress Code

Exclusive BDC Children & Teen Program Dancewear
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  

 

Males
All male dancers must wear black BDC 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
Creative Movement: Light pink BDC leotard, pink Ballet shoes, pink Ballet tights, black Tap shoes.

4-5 years
Pre Dance: Light blue 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 bodies to move with ease.

6-8 years
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 BDC hot shorts, or black BDC 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 BDC hot shorts, or black BDC Jazz pants

Triple Threat: Apple green BDC leotard (two styles to choose from) black Jazz shoes. Optional BDC wear that may be worn: apple green or black BDC hot shorts, black BDC shirt, or black BDC Jazz pants.

Hip Hop: Students may wear sneakers and any type of clothes that allow their bodies to move with ease.

9-12 years
Hot pink BDC leotard (two styles to choose from). Optional: Hot pink BDC half top, hot pink BDC or black BDC hot shorts. Half tops may NOT be worn in Ballet class.

13-18 years (Teen)
Black BDC leotard (two styles to choose from). Optional: Black BDC half top. Half tops may not be worn in Ballet class.

9-12 years and 13-18 years (Teen)
TIGHTS, SHOES, AND ACCESSORIES
Ballet: Pink Ballet tights and pink ballet shoes.

Jazz, Jumps & Turns, Lyrical, Contemporary: Black Jazz shoes, dance paws, or barefoot. Optional: BDC hot shorts, Black BDC Jazz pants. We prefer that dancers do not wear ballet tights in any of these classes.

Tap: Black Oxford Tap shoes. Optional: BDC hot shorts*, black BDC jazz pants

Triple Threat: Black Jazz shoes. Optional: BDC hot shorts or Black BDC Jazz pants.

Latin Jazz: B Optional: BDC hot shorts or black BDC Jazz pants.

Modern and African: No shoes required. Optional: BDC hot shorts, black BDC jazz pants.

Hip Hop: Students may wear sneakers and any type of clothes that allow their bodies to move with ease.

*9-12yrs may wear either hot pink or black BDC hot shorts. Teens may only wear black BDC hot shorts.

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 bi-annual plan, the first payment is due upon registration and the second payment is due by February 12, 2013. 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 OCTOBER 28, 2012.
Should I expect to pay any additional fees?

Yes, COSTUME FEES DUE BY FEBRUARY 10, 2013. RECITAL FEES DUE BY MAY 19, 2013. PRICING INFORMATION WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE DECEMBER NEWSLETTER.

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 you child wishes to ADD or DROP a class after September 22, 2012, you must notify Allie 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

The Children & Teen Program is a 32-week commitment. Classes run from September 22, 2012 through June 16, 2013, on Saturdays and Sundays. To best support your child’s training, CONSISTENT ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED. Students may miss only if they have a valid excuse (medical issue, family emergency, etc).

Students are allowed a total of four (4) absences for the entire CTP season. If more than four absences occur during the dance season, you may be asked to withdraw from the program. These absences include school testing, religious commitments, illness, and the like. Students may not miss the three (3) classes leading up to the showcase. Students may not miss dress rehearsal on June 15.

If your child has a planned absence, written documentation must be emailed to the CTP director prior to the event. For their safety, your child will not be able to participate in class if they arrive more than 10 minutes late. They must observe the 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. It is imperative to your child’s success in the CTP that it is viewed as a serious 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 us know prior to the Winter Holiday Break.  

How can I get in touch with the Director?

The Children and Teen Program office is located on the 3rd floor of BDC. Office hours are Wednesday-Friday 12-6pm. Contact Allie at 212.582.9304 Ext. 26, Danielle at Ext. 25, or by emailing us at CTP@bwydance.com.

We welcome parents and students to contact us with any questions or comments!
When will I be able to watch my child in class?

All classes are closed to viewing so that teachers and students can maintain their focus without distraction. Parent Observation days are held twice during the season. We encourage parents or guardians to observe their dancers’ classes on these days.
How is class placement decided?

Student placement classes will be held before the 2012-2013 season on September 8 & 9. The placement class is required for all current and new 9-12 year-old and teen students who wish to enroll in the Saturday Ballet, Jazz, Tap and/or Professional Track program. You must attend ONE of the mandatory placement class sessions. (All other classes may be registered for as normal). Student class placement for the coming year will be based on the evaluation and not on prior level. Placement is determined at the discretion of the evaluators and directors.