Dear Parent/Guardian,
Welcome to Allied Performing Arts Center (APAC)
The family and facility of APAC are dedicated to the love of dance and committed to cultivating the joy of learning in an educational environment. We believe our love and passion for dance will continue to take us down a successful road that we hope to share with you and your family.
Thank you for interest in our Dance Center we are excited for an amazing new dance season!

Assumption of Risk:
I, the minor's parent or legal guardian, understand the nature of the activities my child will be involved in at APAC, and the minor's experience and capabilities, and believe the minor to be qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such activities.

Release of Liability:
I hereby release, discharge, covenant not to sue, and agree to indemnify and save and hold harmless each of the releasee's from all liability claims, demands, losses, or damages on the minor's account caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part by the negligence of the "releasees" or otherwise, including negligent rescue operations. I further agree that if, despite this release, I, the minor, or anyone on the minor's behalf makes a claim against any of
the releasees named above, I will indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the releasees from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss liability, damage, or any cost that may occur as the result of any such claim.

Recital and Show Participation: Each child will have at least one Recital dance and costume that they participate in. If your dancer for some important reason can't participate to the winter or summer shows this needs to be communicated during class registration if not, the Participation Fee will be still charged. Each dancer will also need dance shoes & tights (for girls) or pants (boys). Costume Fees must be paid in full 8 weeks before the show. Fee DOES NOT include any needed alterations. Alterations are the parent's responsibility.
Winter Ball Participation Fee of $50 per child, due at sign up for Winter Showcase in November.
Summer Show Recital Fee of $75 per child is due at sign up for recital in March.
Tickets will be available for sale online.
You will receive a costume approximately 2 weeks before performance. Costumes will range in a price from $80-$150 for each.
There will be $40 deposit for each costume added into accounts 8 weeks before the show.
Parents must purchase tickets for the Recital, they are not included with monthly tuition.
Medical Emergencies:
In any event of an accident or emergency I hereby authorize my child to be transported to a hospital for medical treatment and I hold APAC center and it's representatives harmless in the execution of such. Additionally, I hereby agree to individually provide for all medical expenses which may be incurred by me or my child(ren) as a result of any injury sustained while participating at or for APAC

Pictures & Media Policies:
Class and individual pictures will be taken in the spring. Information regarding dates and times will be announced during the year.
We may use group or class photographs or footage with very general labels.
We will only use photographs of pupils who are suitably dressed, to reduce the risk of such images being used inappropriately.
For good and valuable Consideration herein acknowledged as received, and by signing this release I hereby give the Allied Performing Art Center and Assigns my permission to license the Images and to use the Images in any Media for any purpose : which may include, advertising, promotion, website , Youtube, Facebook. I agree that the Images may be combined with other images, text and graphics, and cropped, altered or modified.

Studio Policies:
Please review and agree to our studio policies:
Parking Lot - DO NOT EVER LET YOUR CHILD PLAY IN THE PARKING LOT. Children are not to be left outside without supervision or leave the building without an adult.
Viewing Classes - We give you opportunity to watch class very often and see the student's progress. Parents of the kids ages 2-6 y. will have viewing classes. Parents of kids 7 & Up: Please feel free to watch class through our windows and TV in the waiting area. Do not allow siblings to stand in lobby chairs. Please make sure siblings are not distracting class.
Lobby - If you utilize the lobby, please throw trash away and straighten toys before leaving. Please be mindful that lobby is a small, shared place, don't occupy lobby if not needed.
Before and After Class - Most classes start at the end of the previous class. Please gather your child and be prepared to leave the building after class is over. Please be courteous to the class that comes after your class is over.
Personal and Non-Personal Information:
APAC may collect personal information (including but not limited to name, address, telephone number and email address) and credit card information to process lessons payments, ticket purchases, costume charges and other transactions. APAC may collect personal information to communicate with parents and students, send newsletters, closing information and etc.
APAC will never sell your personal or financial information to any third party. Your personal or financial information, however, may be shared with third parties who are authorized by APAC for the following purposes: (a) Credit card verification, processing and fraud detection purposes and (b) Legal disclosure to a government agency.
Class Schedule & Levels:
At APAC we have next avenues you can pursue:
Competitive Dancers and Non-competitive Performing Dancers.
Students do not move up to the next level according to the amount of years that they have studied dance. They must be able to execute proper technique for that level; this is at the teachers' discretion. Some students may take several years to develop as a dancer while others might only need as little as a year of training. Natural ability, effort, practice and attendance will affect each student's progression as a dancer.
Class schedule is subject to change based on enrollment. Students will be evaluated during the first two weeks of class and level changes may be made based on teacher evaluations.
APAC reserves the right to combine classes, change times, provide substitute teachers and cancel or combine classes with 6 or less students. This decision will be made by the directors
Dancer's Code of Conduct:
We understand that being late sometimes is unavoidable. Arriving to class on time is in the best interest of the student, especially those where higher levels are concerned. A student who misses the beginning exercise runs the risk of injury by not being properly warmed up. For your safety there is No Chewing Gum In Class. Please support and respect your fellow students and instructors so APAC can continue to be a fun, friendly and family atmosphere.
Cell phone use during the classes is strictly FORBIDDEN. No food or drinks except water is permitted in the dressing or dance rooms.
All Students must wear appropriate dance wear.
Dress code information will be given by first two weeks classes.
All hair must be neatly secured away from face.
Parent's Code of Conduct:
Parents are not permitted to interrupt teachers before, during, in between or after classes. If you wish to speak to a teacher, please leave a message at the front desk and the teacher will call you or set up an appointment to meet with you. The dancers are our utmost priority and our goal is to teach and mentor them while providing a fun and challenging dance education.
Recital:
Specific Recital dates and times will be confirmed and announced as soon as they are finalized. Students work hard all year, recital is their opportunity to exhibit their hard work. There will be a Winter Show Performance in February and our Annual Recital will take place in the middle of June. Please plan your vacations accordingly.
Competitions:
All competitive dancers need to sign APAC Competitive team Agreement for the new Dance Season.
Agreement will committing dancers to rehearsals, traveling and additional fees. Participation in specific classes and technique classes required by APAC directors.
Attendance at rehearsals required.
Attendance at performances and a limited number of regional and national competitions.
Attendance of seminars in dance, performance, makeup, nutrition, etc.
Specialties:
When a student has reached a certain level of dance, they will be invited to participate in showcases or all specialty numbers, which are choreographed throughout the year.
Specialties consist of: Solos, Duets, Trios, Small and Large Groups, and Production.
We send new information via email and put it on our website: www.alliedperformingarts.com
Please check your email daily.
Social Media:
Respect the APAC brand via social networking ie: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Youtube, etc. There shall be no self-promoting of any kind involving the ALLIED brand name. Do not publish any material or content that will damage or infringe on the APAC company brand name, employees, teachers, students or fans.
Any and all APAC branded logos may not be used at all on social networks unless approved by an studio staff member.
If you have a video that involves APAC students, you are required to email it FIRST to our Marketing Director: Mailboxallied@gmail.com
If approved, you can post and share.
Snow and Inclement Weather:
We will follow the East Brunswick/Old Bridge school closings for East Brunswick location and Manalapan/Morganville School District for Morganville location. Unfortunately, these situations are out of our control and we may need to close last minute for safety reasons. If you are unsure please call or check your email for further information. Please refer to this calendar for ALL holiday closings and for special APAC events.
WE DO NOT DO MAKE-UPS FOR CLASSES CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER.
Holiday Closings for Group Classes: Yom Kippur, Thanksgiving Eve, Fall Break, Thanksgiving Weekend, Winter Break, Labor Day Weekend, Spring Break, Memorial Day Weekend
A more detailed calendar will be given out at the beginning of the year.
APAC reserves the right, at its discretion, to make changes to this Policy at any time. Changes and updates to this Policy will be available at APAC dancestudio-pro.com
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ALLIED PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Studio Policies
2026–2027 Dance Season
Welcome to Allied Performing Arts Center!
Our goal is to provide every dancer with a positive, professional, and safe learning environment where they can grow in confidence, discipline, technique, and creativity. The following policies help ensure a successful experience for every student and family.
By enrolling at Allied Performing Arts Center, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the following policies.

TUITION & PAYMENT POLICY

• Tuition is based on the entire dance season and is divided into equal monthly payments for your convenience.
• Monthly tuition is due on the 1st day of each month.
• Monthly tuition remains the same regardless of:
The number of classes in a month, Holidays, scheduled studio closings, and student absences.
• Tuition reserves your child's place in class and pays for the instructor, facility, and ongoing training program—not individual class attendance.
• Tuition is non-refundable.

MAKE-UP CLASSES
Student Absences
• No refunds or credits are given for missed group classes.
• make-up class may be scheduled within 30 days of the missed class if an appropriate class of similar age and level is available.
• Make-up classes are subject to space availability.
• Beginning in October, choreography becomes class-specific. Make-up opportunities may become limited or unavailable due to recital preparation.
• It is the parent's responsibility to arrange any make-up class with the Front Desk.
Studio Closures
• Scheduled holidays listed on the studio calendar are already considered when tuition is calculated.
• Classes canceled due to severe weather are not eligible for make-up classes or refunds.
• If the studio cancels a class for reasons other than weather or scheduled holidays, a make-up class may be offered at the studio's discretion.
ATTENDANCE
Regular attendance is essential for proper progress.
Students who miss excessive classes may:
• Fall behind technically
• Be moved in recital formations
• Have limited participation in performances
• Be removed from routines if attendance affects the group.
Beginning in March, excessive absences may result in limited participation in recital group dances.

GROUP CLASS MINIMUM ENROLLMENT

If only two students attend a scheduled group class, the studio reserves the right to shorten the class to 30 minutes.
If only one student attends, the studio may:
• Convert the lesson into a shortened private lesson
OR
• Reschedule the class at the studio's discretion.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

For weather-related closings:
East Brunswick Studio follows:
• East Brunswick Schools• Old Bridge Schools
Marlboro Studio follows:
• Marlboro Schools• Manalapan Schools
Closings will also be announced through email and BAND.
Private lessons canceled because of weather will be rescheduled.
Group classes canceled due to weather are not eligible for make-up classes or refunds.

MEMBERSHIP & SEASON COMMITMENT

Annual Allied Membership Fee:
$55 per dancer
Season Commitment Security Deposit:
$50
The Season Commitment Deposit - Security Deposit
• Reserves your dancer's place for the entire season.
• Is credited toward June tuition if the student remains continuously enrolled throughout the season.
If a student withdraws during the season, the deposit is forfeited.
Students who withdraw and later re-enroll during the same season will be charged a $20 re-enrollment fee.

AUTOMATIC BILLING

Automatic Billing is required for all group class tuition.
Every account must maintain a valid credit or debit card.
Monthly tuition is automatically processed on the 1st of each month.
Families wishing to pay by cash or check must do so before the 1st of the month to avoid automatic processing.
Credit card information is securely stored and accessible only to authorized office staff.

PAYMENT METHODS & FEES

Accepted payments:
• Credit Card
• Debit Card
• Cash
• Check
A 3% convenience fee applies to all credit card transactions.
Late Fee
Payments received after the 5th of the month will incur a 5% late fee.
Accounts more than 30 days past due may result in suspension of classes until the account is brought current.
Returned Check (NSF) Fee
Any check returned by the bank due to insufficient funds or any other reason will be subject to a $35 returned check fee (or the maximum amount permitted by applicable law). Any resulting bank charges are the responsibility of the account holder. Future payments may be required by cash, credit/debit card, or certified funds.
PRIVATE LESSONS

Private lessons are 45 minutes and by appointment only.
Private lessons:
• Must be prepaid.
• Are non-refundable
• Are non-transferable.
• Do not guarantee exclusive use of a studio room.
Standing Lessons
Standing lessons reserve the same instructor, day, and time each week and require the purchase of a lesson package.
If a standing lesson is canceled two or more times within one month, the reserved time may be forfeited.
Private Lesson Cancellation Policy
A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required.
Late cancellations and no-shows will be charged in full.
Private lesson packages expire 12 months after purchase.

TUITION & FEE ADJUSTMENTS

The studio reserves the right to adjust tuition and fees each season.
Families will receive advance notice before any pricing changes become effective.

RECITAL & PERFORMANCE PARTICIPATION

Every student will participate in at least one recital dance unless otherwise communicated during registration.
Performance Participation Fees
Winter Showcase $50 per dancer
Summer Recital $75 per dancer
Spring Solo Showcase $45 per dancer
Participation Fees are non-refundable once registration closes.
Parents must notify the studio by email before participation deadlines if their child will not perform.
Exceptions may only be considered with a physician's written documentation.

COSTUMES

Costume deposits:
$40 per costume in November -Remaining balance in January
Costumes generally range from: $80–$150 each
Some routines require additional accessories up to $20.
Costumes are ordered specifically for each dancer.
Once ordered:
• Costume fees are non-refundable.
• Costume fees are non-transferable.
Alterations are the responsibility of the parent.

RECITAL TICKETS

Recital tickets are sold separately.
Tickets are not included with tuition or participation fees.

REHEARSALS

Attendance at all scheduled rehearsals is mandatory.
Absences must be approved by Studio Directors at least 48 hours in advance.
Failure to attend rehearsals may result in:
• Choreography changes
• Formation changes
• Removal from portions of the performance
• Removal from the performance if necessary for safety and production quality

HAIR, MAKEUP & DRESS REQUIREMENTS

Hair, makeup, and costume requirements are determined by the teaching staff.
Parents are responsible for ensuring dancers arrive performance-ready.
Failure to arrive properly prepared may result in the dancer not performing until corrections are made.

COMPETITIVE TEAM POLICIES

All Regional and National competitions listed on the official team calendar are mandatory.
Competition fees are divided into nine scheduled payments.
National competition fees are billed separately.
Each Competitive Team family will receive a Team Agreement outlining:
• Competition schedule
• Payment deadlines
• Team expectations
Competition fees are non-refundable under any circumstances once submitted to competition organizers or third-party vendors.
This includes withdrawals due to:
• Illness
• Injury
• Family emergencies
• Scheduling conflicts
• Any other reason
If an event is canceled or modified by the organizer, Allied Performing Arts Center cannot guarantee refunds.

ILLNESS POLICY

Students should not attend class if they have:
• Fever
• Vomiting
• Contagious illness
• Lice
• Pink eye
• Any condition that may endanger others.
Please allow adequate recovery before returning to class.

STUDIO DRESS CODE

Students are expected to:
• Wear the required dance attire.
• Wear appropriate dance shoes.
• Keep hair secured away from the face.
• Remove jewelry before class.
• Bring a labeled water bottle.
• No gum.
• No cell phones during class.
Drop-Off & Pick-Up
Parents are responsible for supervising their children before and after class. The studio is responsible for students only during their scheduled class time.
Lost and Found:
The studio is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal belongings. Unclaimed items may be donated after a reasonable period.
Studio Property:
Families are financially responsible for damage to studio property caused by intentional or negligent behavior.

PARENT OBSERVATION POLICY

Parents may observe classes only during designated observation weeks or studio-approved events.
To provide the best learning environment, parents are asked not to interrupt classes.

PHOTOS & VIDEOS

The studio may photograph or record classes, rehearsals, performances, competitions, and events for promotional, educational, and social media purposes.
Families wishing to opt out must submit written notice to the office.

STUDENT & FAMILY CONDUCT

All students and families are expected to demonstrate kindness, respect, and professionalism.
The following behaviors are not permitted:
• Bullying
• Harassment
• Disrespect toward teachers, staff, or students
• Disruptive behavior
• Unsafe conduct
Parents are expected to communicate respectfully with all studio staff.
The studio reserves the right to dismiss any student or family whose behavior is disruptive or abusive.
All tuition and fees remain non-refundable following dismissal.
PARENT & TEACHER COMMUNICATION
Our teachers’ primary responsibility is providing a safe and focused learning environment for every student. To avoid interruptions and ensure classes begin and end on time, parents and students may not hold lengthy conversations with instructors before, during, or immediately after class.
If you would like to discuss your child’s progress, placement, concerns, competition matters, scheduling, or any other important topic, please contact the Front Desk to schedule an appointment with the Studio Directors. If appropriate, a meeting with the instructor will be arranged.
We kindly ask that parents and students do not contact instructors directly regarding studio policies, scheduling, billing, placement, or other studio-related matters unless specifically instructed to do so by the Studio Directors.
To maintain professional boundaries, students and parents should not communicate with instructors through personal phone numbers, text messages, or private social media accounts regarding studio business. All studio-related communication should be directed to the Front Desk or Studio Directors.
HEALTH & LIABILITY

Dance, acrobatics, tumbling, aerial arts, and fitness activities involve inherent physical risks.
By enrolling, parents acknowledge these risks and voluntarily assume responsibility for participation.
Allied Performing Arts Center, its owners, instructors, and staff shall not be held liable for injuries except where required by applicable law.
Parents are encouraged to maintain appropriate medical insurance.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE

In the event of an emergency, if a parent or guardian cannot be reached, the studio may seek emergency medical treatment for the student.
Parents remain responsible for any medical expenses incurred.

FORCE MAJEURE

The studio is not responsible for interruptions caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to:
• Severe weather
• Natural disasters
• Government orders
• Public health emergencies
• Utility failures
• Other unforeseen emergencies
When appropriate, the studio may offer virtual instruction, alternative scheduling, or other reasonable accommodations.

COMMUNICATION & POLICY UPDATES

Official studio communication is sent through:
• studio text
• Email
• Studio Website, Band
Families are responsible for reading all communications.
Failure to read announcements does not exempt families from studio policies, deadlines, rehearsals, tuition, fees, or events.
The studio reserves the right to update these policies at any time. Families will be notified of any material changes.
Withdrawal from Classes
Withdrawal requests must be submitted in writing by email to the studio office. Verbal notification to an instructor does not constitute withdrawal. Tuition will continue to be charged until written notice is received. Membership fees, deposits, costume fees, recital fees, and other previously incurred charges are non-refundable.
Competitive Team Withdrawal Policy
Competitive Team participation is a full-season commitment. Families must provide written notice to the Studio Directors if a dancer needs to withdraw from the team or from any competition or performance routine.
If a dancer withdraws from a routine within 30 days of a scheduled competition, recital, showcase, or other performance, a $50 choreography adjustment fee will be charged for each affected dance.
This fee covers the additional instructor time required to revise choreography, spacing, formations, transitions, and staging for the remaining dancers.
All previously charged tuition, costume fees, competition fees, choreography fees, and other team-related expenses remain non-refundable and must be paid in full.
Thank you for being part of the Allied Performing Arts Center family. We appreciate your trust and look forward to another wonderful season of learning, growth, and unforgettable performances!

I, the minor's parent or legal guardian, understand the nature of the activities my child will be involved in at APAC, and the minor's experience and capabilities, and believe the minor to be qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such activities.
In any event of an accident or emergency I hereby authorize my child to be transported to a hospital for medical treatment and I hold APAC center and it's representatives harmless in the execution of such. Additionally, I hereby agree to individually provide for all medical expenses which may be incurred by me or my child as a result of any injury sustained while participating at or for APAC.

Recital and Show Participation: Each child will have at least one Recital dance and costume that they participate in. If your dancer can't participate in the Winter or Summer Shows, this needs to be communicated during class registration. If not, the Participation Fee will still be charged. Each dancer will also need dance shoes & tights (for girls) or pants (boys). Costume Fees must be paid in full 8 weeks before show. Fee DOES NOT include any needed alterations. Alterations are parent's responsibility.
Winter Ball Participation Fee of $50 per child, due at sign up for Winter Show in November.
Summer Show Recital Fee of $75 per child is due at sign up for recital in March.
Tickets will be available for sale online and at the recital for cash.
You will receive a costume approximately 2 weeks before performance. Costumes will range in a price from $80-$150 for each.
There will be $40 deposit for each costume added into accounts 8 weeks before the show.
Parents must purchase tickets for the Recital, they are not included with monthly tuition.
Hair and makeup for the show will be determined by the teachers and it is the parent's responsibility to provide these services for the dancer.
It is mandatory for all students to come to all rehearsals unless absence is approved 48 hours prior by the studio directors.
All Regional and National Competitions are Mandatory for all Competition Team Members. In the event of withdrawal, $50 for replacement fee will be charged for each number the dancer is participating unless this was communicated with a written mail or email and approved by the studio directors by the 1st of November.

Parent's Code of Conduct:
Parents are not permitted to interrupt teachers before, during, in between or after classes. If you wish to speak to the teacher, please leave a message at the front desk and the teacher can set up an appointment to meet with you if necessary.
Competitions:
All Competitive Dancers will be committing to rehearsals, traveling and additional fees. As well as, participation in specific classes.
Specialties: When a student has reached a certain level of dance, they will be invited to participate in showcases or special numbers, which are choreographed throughout the year.
Specialties consist of: Solos, Duets, Trios, Small and Large Group Numbers Production.
Occasionally, we sent info via emails and put new information on our website www.alliedperformingarts.com
Please register at www.dancestudio-pro.com/online/allied
Please check your email daily.

Dancer's Code of Conduct:
We understand that being late sometimes is unavoidable. Arriving to class on time is in the best interest of the student. A student who misses the beginning exercises, runs the risk of injury by not being properly warmed up. For your safety, there is No Chewing Gum In Class. Cell phones may not be used during class. No food is permitted in the dressing rooms. Water bottles only are permitted in the dance classes. All Students must wear appropriate dance clothes and shoes. Dress code information will be sent by first two weeks of classes.
All hair must be neatly secured away from the face.

Class and individual pictures will be taken in the Spring. Information regarding dates and times will be announced during the year.
We may use group or class photographs and footage with very general labels.
We will only use photographs of pupils who are suitably dressed, to reduce the risk of such images being used inappropriately.
For good and valuable Consideration herein acknowledged as received, and by signing this release I hereby give the Allied Performing Arts Center and assign my permission to license the Images and to use the Images in any Media for any purpose: which may include, advertising, promotion, website, Youtube, Facebook, etc. I agree that the Images may be combined with other images, text and graphics, and cropped, altered or modified.
Respect the APAC brand via social networking etc.: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Youtube, etc. There shall be no self-promoting of any kind involving the APAC brand name. Do not publish any material or content that will damage or infringe on APAC or company brand name, employees, teachers, students or fans.

Any and all APAC branded logos may not be used at all on social networks unless approved by a studio staff member.

If you have a video that involves APAC students, you are required to email it FIRST to our Marketing Director mailboxallied@gmail.com
If approved, it will be posted on our APAC pages and from there, you may share.

Specific Recital dates and times will be confirmed and announced as soon as they are finalized. Students work hard all year, recital is their opportunity to exhibit their hard work.
For Recital/Show Production: Each child will have a recital dance(s) with a costume(s) that they will participate in. Each dancer will also need dance shoes & tights (for girls) or pants (boys). Costume Fees must be paid in full 8 weeks before the show. Fee DOES NOT include any needed alterations. Alterations are the parent(s) responsibility.

Winter Show Fee of $50 participation fee per dancer is due in November. Costume Fee will range in price from $80-$150/per costume. A $40 costume deposit will be due for each costume with November tuition for the Winter Show. Price does not include tickets into the Performance.

Summer Recital Fee of $75 participation fee per dancer is due n March. This fee covers stage rehearsal, costume rehearsal, professional video and photos, group photo from picture day, trophy for your child, the auditorium rental and other associated costs. Price does not include tickets into the theater. Tickets will be available for sale online.
Your child will receive a costume 2 weeks before performance. Costumes will range in price from $80-$150 for each. A $40 deposit will be due for each costume with March tuition for Summer Recital.
If the dancer isn't going to participate in the shows for any reason this needs to be communicated during registration. Otherwise the Participation Fee will be still added to the accounts except an absence excuse letter from a doctor provided.

I, the minor's parent or legal guardian, release, discharge, covenant not to sue, and agree to indemnify and save and hold harmless each of the releases from all liability claims, demands, losses, or damages on the minor's account caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part by the negligence of the "releasees" or otherwise, including negligent rescue operations. I further agree that if, despite this release, I, the minor, or anyone on the minor's behalf makes a claim against any of the releasees named above, I will indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the releases from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss liability, damage, or any cost that may occur as the result of any such claim.