1. Membership Agreement & Policy Acknowledgment
By enrolling at Tip Toes and Taps, LLC, parent(s)/guardian(s) acknowledge that they have read, reviewed, and agree to follow all studio policies, procedures, waivers, and guidelines.
Parent(s)/guardian(s) are responsible for reviewing these policies with their student(s). All students and families are expected to follow studio rules, respect staff and fellow families, and help maintain a positive, safe, and family-friendly environment.
Tip Toes and Taps, LLC reserves the right to update policies and procedures when necessary. Families will be notified of significant changes in a timely manner.
A complete copy of current studio policies is available through the Parent Portal. Printed copies may be requested from the front office.
2. Annual Membership Fee Policy
A non-refundable Annual Membership Fee of $50.00 per family is required at the time of registration for the 2026-2027 season.
This fee must be paid in full to secure your student’s spot in class and is valid for the entire season.
All accounts must have a zero balance before membership may be renewed for a future season.
The Annual Membership Fee includes account setup, billing setup, Parent Portal access, administrative services, studio communication, and a digital Tip Toes and Taps Studio Handbook located in the files section of your parent portal at the beginning of the season.
3. Monthly Tuition Policy
Monthly tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable. Tuition is due on the 1st of each month.
Monthly tuition is calculated based on an average 4-week month. Tuition remains the same regardless of whether a month includes five weeks or fewer weeks due to holidays, breaks, or studio closings.
Tuition will not be prorated or refunded for missed classes. Exceptions may be considered for extended medical leave with approval from Ms. Amber.
Monthly tuition statements will be emailed and are also available through the Parent Portal.
A $25 late fee will be automatically applied to any account not paid in full by 11:59 PM EST on the 10th of each month.
If tuition is not paid in full by 11:59 PM EST on the last day of the month, the student may be suspended from class participation until the account is brought current.
If an account becomes more than two months past due, Tip Toes and Taps, LLC reserves the right to assess additional late fees, remove the student from enrollment, report the balance to credit bureaus, and/or pursue collection or legal action.
4. Online Payment & Processing Fee Policy
Payments may be made by cash, check, credit/debit card, or electronic debit/ACH.
Credit/debit card and ACH payments must be made through the Parent Portal.
DanceStudio-Pro automatically applies the following processing fees to online payments:
- Credit/Debit Card Payments: 3%
- ACH/Bank Account Payments: 1%
Families wishing to avoid online processing fees may pay in the studio office by cash or check.
All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
5. Late Fee Policy
- A $25 late fee will be applied to accounts whose monthly tuition is not paid in full by 11:59 PM EST on the 10th of each month.
- A $30 late fee will be applied to recital bundle fees, costume deposits, costume balances, private lesson fees, audition fees, payment plan installments, or other scheduled fees not paid in full by 11:59 PM EST on the stated due date.
If payment is not received by the end of the month, the student may be suspended from class participation until the account is current.
6. Non-Sufficient Funds Policy
If a check, credit/debit card payment, or electronic payment is returned, declined, or rejected due to insufficient funds or any other banking issue, a $50 NSF fee will be charged by Tip Toes and Taps, LLC.
This fee is in addition to the original payment amount, applicable late fees, and any charges assessed by the family’s financial institution.
After one returned check payment, check payments will no longer be accepted from that account. Future payments must be made by cash, credit/debit card, or electronic payment.
7. Auto-Pay Policy
Families may enroll in Auto-Pay through the Parent Portal.
By enrolling in Auto-Pay, the parent/guardian authorizes Tip Toes and Taps, LLC to charge the selected payment method for all invoices associated with the account, including tuition, membership fees, recital fees, costume fees, late fees, NSF fees, store purchases, audition fees, private lessons, payment plan installments, and any other account charges.
Auto-Pay authorization remains active until canceled in writing. Written cancellation must be submitted at least 15 days prior to the next billing cycle to allow sufficient processing time.
Families are responsible for keeping valid payment information on file and ensuring sufficient funds are available.
8. Payment Plan Policy
- A $30 payment plan setup fee will be applied to any account that requests or requires a payment plan for any reason.
All payment plan installments are due in full by 11:59 PM EST on the agreed-upon due date. There is no grace period for payment plan deadlines.
- A $30 late fee will be applied to each missed or late payment plan installment.
9. Withdrawal Policy
To withdraw from classes, the legal parent or guardian must provide written notice by emailing info@tiptoesandtaps.net and completing the official studio withdrawal form.
Withdrawal notice must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the student’s final class during the months of August through December.
If proper notice is not received, the family remains responsible for tuition and fees while the student remains listed on the class roster.
Withdrawals between January 1 and the recital date are strongly discouraged because recital choreography, spacing, costumes, and formations are already in progress.
If a student withdraws between January 1 and the recital date, a non-refundable early withdrawal fee of $300.00 will apply, per student. Families will also remain responsible for any outstanding costume fees, recital fees, tuition, or other account balances.
Special circumstances, such as military orders or significant medical situations, may be reviewed by studio management. Documentation may be required.
10. Class & Level Placement Policy
Student placement is determined by Tip Toes and Taps faculty based on age, ability, maturity, focus, experience, classroom readiness, safety, and overall class dynamics.
Placement decisions are made in the best interest of the student and the overall learning environment.
Requests for placement based on convenience, friendships, siblings, carpooling, or scheduling preferences may not be accommodated.
Tip Toes and Taps reserves the right to adjust a student’s class or level at any time if the faculty determines that a different placement would better support the student’s growth, safety, behavior, or technical development.
11. Attendance Policy
Consistent attendance is essential for student progress, confidence, choreography retention, spacing, and recital preparation.
Students participating in the Annual Recital may not miss more than 10 classes during the season, from August through the recital date.
Students with excessive absences may not be eligible to participate in the Annual Recital at the discretion of studio management.
If a student must miss class due to illness, injury, surgery, or another medical reason, please contact Ms. Amber or Ms. Raelynn to discuss the situation.
All recital students are required to attend all regular classes during the final six weeks leading up to recital, as well as the mandatory full dress rehearsal at the Maxwell Theatre.
Important dates will be posted on our social medias, in the Studio Handbook located in the Parent Portal under the files tab, via studio communications, and on the studio website - starting at the beginning of the season.
12. Make-Up Class & Studio Closure Policy
Tip Toes and Taps reserves the right to cancel classes due to inclement weather, power outages, staff emergencies, illness, facility issues, or other circumstances outside of our control.
When possible, students may attend a make-up class suited to their age and level.
Tuition will not be adjusted, prorated, refunded, or credited for canceled classes, missed classes, holidays, breaks, or studio closures.
Make-up classes are not guaranteed and must be scheduled by texting 803-278-3841, emailing info@tiptoesandtaps.net, or speaking with us in the office.
13. Recital Participation Policy
Tip Toes and Taps hosts an Annual Recital to celebrate student progress and provide students with a positive performance experience.
The 2026-2027 Annual Recitals are scheduled for May 21-22, 2027 at the Maxwell Theatre.
Students participating in recital are required to meet attendance expectations, participate in recital preparations, attend mandatory rehearsals, and have all required fees paid in full.
Students may perform in one or both shows - specific details provided closer to recital time.
All accounts must have a zero balance in order to select recital tickets.
Recital participation may be impacted by excessive absences, unpaid balances, missed rehearsals, behavior concerns, or failure to meet studio requirements.
14. Recital Bundle Fee Policy
The non-refundable Recital Bundle Fee is $100.00 per student and is required for all students participating in the Annual Recital.
The Recital Bundle Fee includes:
- 2 keepsake recital programs
- Recital video
- 1 recital t-shirt for the enrolled student
- Employee and volunteer background checks
- Professional theatre rental for dress rehearsal and recital days
- Props
- Security personnel
- Facility cleaning
**Recital tickets are not included in the Recital Bundle Fee.**
The Recital Bundle Fee may be paid in full or split into the following payment plan:
- 5 consecutive monthly payments of $26.00 each, for a total of $130.00
--> The first payment is due at the time of registration
--> Remaining payments are due by 11:59 PM EST on the 1st of each month
--> There is NO GRACE PERIOD for recital bundle payment plan installments
--> A $30 late fee will be applied to each missed or late installment.
--) All Recital Bundle Fee payments must be paid in full by March 1, 2027.
All accounts must have a zero balance in order to select recital tickets.
15. Costume Policy
A non-refundable Costume Deposit of $135.00 per student, per class, per costume is required for participation in the Annual Recital.
Each recital class has its own costume. Students enrolled in multiple recital classes will have multiple costume deposits.
Costume Deposits must be paid in full by November 1, 2026 to ensure timely ordering.
Deposits not paid by 11:59 PM EST on November 1, 2026 will incur a $30 late fee per costume, along with any additional shipping and handling charges if the costume can still be ordered.
**Failure to pay costume deposits on time may result in the student being unable to participate in the recital.**
The $135.00 payment is a DEPOSIT ONLY. If the actual costume cost exceeds the deposit, the remaining balance will be invoiced. If the actual cost is less than the deposit, the difference will be credited to the family’s account.
Any costume balance not paid within 60 days of invoicing will incur a $30 late fee, per costume.
Each costume package may include, when applicable:
- 2 pairs of tights
- Garment bag
- Hanger
- Accessories
- Customizations and minor alterations as determined by the Studio Director
Specialty costume add-ons for Hip Hop & Ballet classes:
- Hip Hop costumes include performance tennis shoes at an additional cost.
- Ballet costumes include a bun maker bundle at an additional cost. **Twinkle Tots Ballet costumes DO NOT include a bun maker.
Costumes, costume deposits, costume balances, accessories, tights, shoes, and related fees are non-refundable and non-transferable once ordered.
16. Audition Fee Policy — SUPER STARS Performance Team
A non-refundable Audition Fee of $35.00 is required for each participant auditioning for the SUPER STARS Performance Team.
This fee includes a professionally structured audition class, evaluation by a panel of judges, and a personalized results letter.
Audition dates and times will be announced on the website, social media, and Parent Portal.
To register for auditions, families must complete the online audition form at:
www.tiptoesandtaps.net/register
17. Private Lesson Policy
Private lessons are available by request and based on teacher availability.
Private lessons are $60.00 per student, per hour.
Private lesson fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Private lessons must be scheduled and approved in advance through the studio office.
Missed private lessons, late arrivals, or cancellations without proper notice may still be charged in full.
18. Dress Code & Class Preparation Policy
Students should arrive on time, dressed in required class attire, and ready to participate.
Hair should be securely pulled back out of the face when applicable.
Students should bring all required dance shoes, class supplies, and a labeled water bottle to each class.
The following are not permitted in studio rooms:
- Street shoes
- Food, gum, or open drink containers
- Cell phones or electronic devices
- Dangly or distracting jewelry
- Dangling accessories
- Baggy clothing, except when approved for Hip Hop
Dance shoes should not be worn outside. Students should change into dance shoes after arriving to help protect the studio floors and their shoes.
Students not dressed appropriately for class may be asked to sit out without refund.
19. Health & Safety Policy
The health and safety of our students, families, and staff is a top priority.
Students, parents, or visitors should not attend class or enter the studio if they have been ill within the past 48 hours, have a fever, are taking fever-reducing medication, or are experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness.
If a student or household member has been exposed to a contagious illness, please notify the studio and use discretion before attending class.
Students must bring a water bottle with plain water only. Bottled water may be available for purchase at the front desk.
Hand sanitizer is available at the front desk and in studio areas.
For safety and focus, observers are not permitted inside studio rooms unless invited by an instructor, Studio Manager, or Director.
If a parent needs to access their child during class, they should speak with a member of the administrative team for assistance.
20. Lobby & Studio Access Policy
The lobby is a shared space for students, families, staff, and neighboring businesses where applicable.
To maintain a safe and organized environment:
- Please do not enter more than 5 minutes before your scheduled class time unless you need to speak with the office.
- Due to limited seating, only one adult should accompany each student into the lobby when possible.
- If seating is unavailable, additional guests may be asked to wait outside.
- Minors not enrolled in a class currently in session may not remain in the lobby unsupervised.
- Students should wear easy slip-on shoes for efficient entry and exit.
- All trash must be disposed of properly.
- Spills or special circumstances should be reported to staff immediately.
21. Drop-Off & On-Time Pick-Up Policy
Students must be picked up promptly at the end of their scheduled class time.
Any pick-up more than 5 minutes late without prior notice may result in a verbal warning on the first occurrence.
For each occurrence thereafter, a late pick-up fee of $1.00 per minute, per child will be charged with no maximum cap.
This policy helps ensure student safety and respects the time and responsibilities of our staff.
Children may not be left unattended in the facility unless prior arrangements have been made.
22. Student Conduct Policy
Students are expected to be respectful, kind, attentive, and cooperative in all classes, rehearsals, events, and performances.
Students must show respect to teachers, assistants, staff, classmates, volunteers, families, guest artists, and studio property.
Students may not:
- Disrupt class
- Argue with instructors
- Dictate class structure, music choices, barre placement, or attire expectations
- Exclude or mistreat other students
- Use inappropriate language
- Bring cell phones or other electronic devices into class
- Chew gum or bring food into studio rooms
- Damage studio property
- Engage in bullying, harassment, theft, vandalism, or unsafe behavior
Students must be welcoming and supportive of new students, visitors, and fellow performers.
Repeated behavior concerns may result in parent meetings, removal from class, suspension, or dismissal from the program without refund.
23. Parent & Family Conduct Policy
Families are expected to communicate respectfully and professionally with studio staff, teachers, students, volunteers, and other families.
Concerns must be addressed directly with Ms. Amber or Ms. Raelynn by appointment.
Disrespectful behavior, gossip, rumors, harassment, aggressive communication, threats, or negative comments about the studio, staff, students, performances, or other families will not be tolerated.
This applies to behavior in person, by phone, by text, by email, through the Parent Portal, and online.
Tip Toes and Taps, LLC reserves the right to dismiss any student or family from classes, performances, events, or programs due to inappropriate conduct without refund.
24. Disciplinary Action Policy
Tip Toes and Taps believes in correction, communication, accountability, and growth.
When students or families fail to follow studio policies, the following steps may be taken at the discretion of studio management:
1st Offense: Verbal warning and/or corrective action
2nd Offense: Written warning and parent/guardian communication
3rd Offense: Temporary removal from class or program activities. Tuition and fees remain due during this period.
4th Offense: Meeting with Ms. Amber and/or Ms. Raelynn to determine final consequences, which may include dismissal from the program without refund.
Severe behavior, safety concerns, harassment, bullying, theft, vandalism, threats, or illegal activity may result in immediate dismissal without prior warning.
25. Zero Tolerance Policy
Tip Toes and Taps has a strict zero tolerance policy for:
- Theft
- Harassment
- Bullying, including verbal, physical, or online bullying
- Vandalism
- Threats
- Violence
- Alcohol, tobacco, vaping, or drug use on or around studio property
- Weapons on studio property
- Illegal activity
Violations may result in immediate dismissal from the studio, events, performances, or programs without refund.
26. Media & Social Media Policy
Social media and digital communication are a regular part of everyday life. However, inappropriate, defamatory, harmful, or unauthorized use of media involving Tip Toes and Taps, LLC will not be tolerated.
This includes but is not limited to:
- Posting negative, slanderous, or harmful comments about the studio, staff, students, families, performances, or events
- Uploading or tagging inappropriate or unauthorized photos, videos, or recordings
- Sharing confidential studio information
- Posting or referencing illegal activity or substance use
- Cyberbullying or harassment
- Speaking on behalf of Tip Toes and Taps without authorization
- Misrepresenting the studio online
All students, families, and staff are expected to maintain confidentiality and may not disclose or discuss private or proprietary information involving the studio, its directors, staff, students, or families.
The Studio Director reserves the right to remove a student or family from Tip Toes and Taps programming or events for inappropriate online behavior or misuse of media in any form.
27. Voluntary Photo & Video Release
I hereby grant Tip Toes and Taps, LLC permission to use my and/or my minor child’s name, image, likeness, photograph, and/or video for lawful studio purposes.
This may include use on the studio website, social media platforms, advertising, promotional materials, printed materials, email communications, recital materials, and other studio-related media.
This consent includes images or videos taken during classes, rehearsals, studio events, performances, dress rehearsals, recitals, and other studio-related activities.
I understand that I do not have the right to review or approve the final product or its specific use and waive any claims to compensation related to such use.
If you do not consent to the use of your child’s image or video for promotional purposes, please notify the studio in writing by emailing info@tiptoesandtaps.net.
28. Touch in Dance, Tumbling & Cheer Instruction
Proper dance, acro-tumble, and cheer instruction may involve appropriate physical contact between instructors and students to assist with alignment, posture, placement, spotting, safety, technique, and skill development.
Any physical contact is intended solely for instructional and safety purposes.
If you have questions or concerns regarding instructional touch or spotting, please speak with Ms. Amber or Ms. Raelynn before classes begin.
Any concern regarding inappropriate contact should be reported immediately.
29. Surveillance Camera Policy
For the safety and security of students, families, staff, and visitors, Tip Toes and Taps, LLC utilizes surveillance cameras throughout the interior and exterior of the studio facility.
By entering the premises, students, parents, guardians, visitors, and staff acknowledge and consent to being monitored and recorded while on site.
Surveillance footage is used for safety, security, operational, and incident-review purposes.
30. Virtual Class Policy
Tip Toes and Taps, LLC reserves the right to temporarily transition from in-person instruction to virtual classes if necessary due to health concerns, government guidance, local authority recommendations, facility issues, severe weather, emergencies, or other circumstances affecting studio operations.
If a temporary shift to virtual learning is needed, families will be notified as soon as possible.
Tuition will not be refunded or prorated due to temporary virtual instruction.
31. Communication Policy
Email, text, the Parent Portal, and Studio Chat are the studio’s primary forms of communication.
Families are responsible for checking emails, texts, and the Parent Portal regularly for announcements, invoices, schedules, picture week and recital information, costume updates, deadlines, and other important notices.
Please add info@tiptoesandtaps.net to your email contacts to help prevent missed communication.
Families are responsible for keeping all contact information current in the Parent Portal, including phone numbers, email addresses, emergency contacts, medical information, and authorized pick-up contacts.
Studio Contact Information:
Phone/Text: 803-278-3841
Email: info@tiptoesandtaps.net
Website: www.tiptoesandtaps.net
32. Privacy & SMS/Text Messaging Policy
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
All categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent. This information will not be shared with any third parties.
By providing a phone number, families understand that Tip Toes and Taps may use phone calls and/or text messages for studio-related communication, including account information, schedule updates, class reminders, emergency notices, and important announcements.
33. Medical Authorization & Emergency Care
Parent(s)/guardian(s) are responsible for keeping student medical information, allergies, medications, and emergency contacts current in the Parent Portal.
In the event of a medical emergency, if parent(s)/guardian(s) cannot be reached immediately, I/we authorize Tip Toes and Taps, LLC staff to seek and consent to emergency medical treatment for my/our child.
Parent(s)/guardian(s) accept responsibility for any medical expenses incurred.
34. Assumption of Risk & Liability Waiver
I/we, the undersigned parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of the registered student(s), acknowledge that participation in dance, tumbling, acro, cheer, rehearsals, performances, events, and related activities involves inherent risks.
These risks may include but are not limited to, illness, falls, sprains, strains, broken bones, injury, paralysis, or other serious harm.
By enrolling and participating, I/we voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation.
In consideration of participation in Tip Toes and Taps, LLC classes, programs, performances, events, or studio-related activities, I/we agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless Tip Toes and Taps, LLC, its owners, directors, instructors, staff, assistants, volunteers, representatives, and affiliates from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, causes of action, costs, judgments, or legal fees arising from participation.
By completing registration, I/we confirm that we understand and agree to this waiver.
35. Final Agreement
By submitting registration and/or participating in Tip Toes and Taps, LLC programs, I/we confirm that I/we have read, understand, and agree to all studio policies, procedures, waivers, terms, and conditions.
I/we understand that failure to follow studio policies may result in disciplinary action, suspension, removal from classes, removal from performances, dismissal from the program, and/or forfeiture of fees.
Thank you for helping us maintain a safe, positive, organized, and professional studio environment for every student and family.
