Registration Information

KICKS DANCE STUDIO is dedicated to providing the highest quality dance instruction to children, teens and adults in all forms of dance. Whether you aspire to be a professional dancer, or just want to have fun, KICKS has a dance program for you! Established in 1984, KICKS has earned a great reputation for providing a warm and friendly environment in a professional setting. The dance industry has long recognized the studio for its teaching excellence and team of highly trained and experienced dance instructors. KICKS offers recreational and competitive classes in: Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Acro, Pointe, Musical Theatre, Mini Dance, Lyrical, Technique, Modern Contemporary, Conditioning and Adult Zumba Classes!

The 2011-2012 Dance Season
Dance classes run from the week of September 12th 2011 to the end of May 2012. The dance year may be paid in full or it may be split into 3 payments, due September 12th, November 28th and Feb 26th.

Class Fee Schedule

Method of Payment
KICKS accepts Visa, MasterCard and cheques (cheques are made out to KICKS Dance Studio). Interac is also accepted for dance fees and dance wear purchases.

Registration Fee
A $25.00 non-refundable registration fee is required per family with the registration form. Current KICKS students will not be required to pay the registration fee.

HST
Harmmonized Sales Tax (HST) is applicable to all fees.

Family Discount
Family Discounts are available! Please inquire at Registration

Costumes
High quality custom made costumes are ordered for recreational and competitive students. Costumes are not required for students enrolled in Technique, Conditioning or Adult classes.

Costumes will be worn at the recitals and competitions. Recreational Costume Payments and Competitive Costume deposits are due October 15th. Competitive costume balances are due in February.

Administration Fees and Late Payments
An administration fee of $30.00 will be charged to all NSF cheques.
An administration fee of $25.00 will be charged to late payments and refunds.
It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to submit payment at the time it is due. Payment due date reminders will be posted at the studio, on the website and in all KICKS newsletters. Once a payment is overdue 10 days, a $25 late payment fee will be charged. For pre-authorized Visa/Mastercard payments, it is also the responsibility of the parent/guardian to make sure new credit card numbers and/or expiry dates are called in before the payment due date. Dance fees must be paid in order to attend class.Students will not be permitted in class if fees are not paid.

Refund Policy
There will be a $25.00 administrative fee applied to all refunds issued throughout the year. Session fees are non-refundable after the 4th week of the session. Fees will not be refunded for missed classes or classes taken. Costume fees will not be refunded after November 30th.

KICKS Dance Wear and Dance Shop!
KICKS sells its own line of dance wear and accessories. You can purchase KICKS bodysuits, dance pants, dance bags, tracksuits, hip hop pants, flare pants, t-shirts, tank tops, and dance shorts! The KICKS store has all your dance shoe and dance attire needs! Ballet slippers, tap shoes, jazz shoes, foot undeez and tights are also available for your shopping convenience. Competitive students are required to purchase the KICKS team jacket to wear to competitions.

Dress Code
ALL dancers are required to follow the KICKS dress code:

• Black cotton tank or camisole bodysuit. Pink or black bodysuits may be worn for Mini Dance Classes
• Tan or Black footed tights (footless tights for Acro)
• Light Pink footed tights for Ballet classes and Mini Dance
• Hip Hop classes: Black Cotton/lycra flare pants (students may wear KICKS Flare or Capri pants). Black tank top or bodysuit.
• Boys: Black pants and a white t-shirt.

STUDENTS NOT DRESSED APPROPRIATELY WILL NOT BE ADMITTED TO CLASS.

Hair
Hair must be tied back in a neat, secure ponytail. Ballet Classes: Secure ballet bun with bobbypins and hairnet.

Shoes

• Acro - Bare feet
• Ballet and Mini Dance - Pink Ballet Slippers
• Pointe - You will be told style and brand to purchase at your pointe class.
• Jazz and Musical Theatre - Beginner & Junior: Bloch Tan slip on Jazz shoes #S499:
• Jazz and Musical Theatre - Intermediate: Bloch Black slip on jazz shoes #S499
• Tap - Recreational and Junior Comp: Capezio low heel tan tap shoes with strap and teletone taps #3800
• Tap - Competitive Intermediate & Advanced levels: Black Capezio built-up tap shoes
• Hip Hop - Black and white high-top converse running shoes

Competitive Dance Team
Competitive dancers must take the required classes in order to compete in certain dance styles. Jazz, 2 Ballet Classes and 2 Jazz Technique classes are mandatory to compete in jazz, ballet, lyrical and contemporary. Dancers who wish to compete in only one dance form must take 3 classes/week (please inquire at registration). Competitive students cannot miss more than 2 classes of their Ballet, Technique and competition classes. The competitive dance team will participate in 4 competitions in April and May. Participation in each competition is mandatory. Dancers compete in solo, duet, trio, small group, large group and production categories. ALL competitive dance team members participate in the production number!

Competition Fees
Competition fees are due on November 1st. Fees must be paid in full by the due date in order to participate in dance competitions. Families will be notified of their total entry fee amount in October.

Recitals
All students perform in the year end recitals at the Markham Theatre. The annual recital is a very exciting event for everyone involved. The recital dates are: Friday May 25th, 2012 at 7:00pm & Saturday May 26th, 2012 at 7:00pm. A stage rehearsal for the recital will be held on Friday May 25th, 2012 from 2:30-4:30pm. A rehearsal fee is not charged. Tickets for the year end recital are purchased through the Markham Theatre box office, 905.305.7469, or online at www.markhamtheatre.ca. Tickets will go on sale in April. All ticket sales are final, no refunds or exchanges. More information regarding the recital will be available in our December newsletter.

Administrative Assistants
KICKS Administrative Assistants will be happy to answer your phone calls and any questions you may have throughout the year. Administrative Assistants hours are Mon-Fri 4:30pm-8pm and Saturdays 9:00am-12pm.

Receiving Important Information
KICKS newsletters will be emailed to each family periodically throughout the year. If your email address or phone number changes during the year, please inform the office to ensure you receive all of the studio information. KICKS newsletters contain valuable information about upcoming events and activities at the studio.

Parent Observation Days
Parents are invited to observe their child's dance class(es) for one week at the end of October. The dates of open house will be announced in our first newsletter and posted on the KICKS website in the Fall.

Bad Weather
In the case of a snow storm, please call the studio after 3:00pm for a recording on whether classes will be held. The notice will also be posted on the website by 3:00pm. Parents will not receive a phone call. Make-up classes will be scheduled for cancelled classes.

Holidays
Holidays will generally follow school schedules. Holidays will be posted on the KICKS website and printed in the Fall, Winter and Spring newsletters. KICKS will close for Thanksgiving Monday, Christmas break, Family Day, March break, Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Victoria Day. Students enrolled in regular Monday and Friday classes will be given make-up classes due to holidays falling on a Monday and Friday (Thanksgiving, Family Day, Good Friday & Victoria Day). You will be notified of the make-up class date closer to these holidays. KICKS will remain open on the Saturday of Easter weekend and on Easter Monday.

Attendance
Attendance is taken at each class and recognition is given for perfect attendance at the end of the year with an award. Good attendance is imperative; please make every effort to have your child attend every class.

Food and Drink
KICKS is a nut free facility. Please do not bring any products that contain nuts into the studio. Food and drinks are only permitted in the kitchen. Water bottles are allowed in the studios.

Summer Programs
Summer dance camps and intensive workshops are being held at KICKS in July and August. There is a 3-4 year old half day camp and a 5-9 year old full day camp. Please inquire at registration or visit Summer Programs on our website.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR SUMMER AND FALL

Please visit us on one of our registration days listed below to enroll for dance classes, or you may download the printable registration form here and fax the completed form to 905.477.6103. Please feel free to contact the studio at 905.294.2618, or email kicksdancestudio@rogers.com if you need assistance completing the registration form and/or selecting the most suitable class(es) from the class schedule.

REGISTRATION for this dance season and summer programs will be held at KICKS DANCE STUDIO on the following dates:

SUMMER AND FALL REGISTRATION:

KICKS DANCE STUDIO is located at:
50 Bullock Dr. Unit #6
Markham, ON
905.294.2618

CLASSES BEGIN THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 12TH!

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL KICKS AT 905.294.2618