Other Studio Information
Recital Information
Our annual recital is a special event held each June, celebrating the hard work and achievements of all our dancers. The exact date and location (and other related information) will be shared at a later date, once confirmed.
Each class will have a recital costume, which is ordered in advance. A $60 costume deposit per class, per child is due by January 31, 2026. The remaining balance will be due in March.
For families with multiple children or multiple classes, a deposit is required for each class your child is enrolled in. Costumes cannot be ordered without payment, and all costume fees are non-refundable. We appreciate your support in meeting these deadlines so that every dancer is ready to shine on stage!
Attendance and Punctuality
We love seeing our dancers ready to start on time! Arriving 5–10 minutes early gives your child a chance to settle in, warm up properly, and get the most out of class.
Regular attendance helps dancers grow their skills and allows the whole class to progress together. While we understand that absences happen, frequent missed classes can make it harder for your child and their classmates to stay on track.
Please make every effort to have your child at class every week. Missing class is inevitable, but excessive absences can become detrimental to the dancer and their class. In the event of a dancer falling ill, please keep them home from class to reduce the chance of spreading the illness. If a dancer is injured, they are encouraged to observe class. A courtesy call or email is very much appreciated if your child is ill or will not be able to attend class.
Cancellations/Inclement Weather
Safety is our top priority! Dance classes are not automatically canceled when public schools close. Decisions about class cancellations are made based on the conditions near the time of each class, including snow, ice, and overall safety.
Weather can change quickly, please check with the studio for updates rather than assuming a cancellation. We will notify families via email, text, and social media if classes need to be canceled.
Tuition will not be refunded for weather-related cancellations. Whenever possible, canceled classes will be rescheduled or offered as a make-up class so every dancer has the chance to stay on track and enjoy their lessons.
Tuition
Tuition is due by the first class of each month. Tuition is based on an ANNUAL fee divided into 10 equal monthly payments from September to June. Monthly payments are based on the amount of hours of dance instruction per week. Each recreational class is typically 1 hour long per week.
Tuition will be posted to the Jackrabbit parent portal on the 1st of each month. The studio can take payments in cash, check or credit/debit cards. Please make checks payable to Shining Starz Dance Center. Online payments are also accepted via the Jackrabbit Parent Portal or through Venmo (@Shiningstarz). Families can also opt for auto-draft to be run on the first of the month. A $15 late fee is automatically added if tuition is not paid by the 15th of each month.
Refund Policy: No refunds on tuition. In cases of extended absence due to illness or injury, please contact the studio for special arrangements. There is a $30 returned check fee, per check, on all returned checks for any reason. A written notice of a family’s desire to withdraw a student from class is required 30 days before the end of a student’s enrollment. Failure to do so will result in being charged for the next month’s tuition. Parents are responsible for payment as long as their child's name is on the class roster. The studio reserves the right to dismiss any student or family who fails to comply with studio policies or exhibits behavior that is disruptive, disrespectful, or unsafe.