26-27 Contract


Oct 20, 2026 02:52 PM


PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Impact Dance Company provides structured, high-level dance training while promoting discipline, confidence, leadership, and personal growth in every student. Enrollment in the program signifies a commitment to consistent participation, growth, and adherence to all studio policies. Our goal is to create not only strong dancers, but well-rounded individuals.

Dance Genres Offered
The Impact Dance Company provides training in the following genres:
• Modern
• Jazz
• Ballet
• African
• Tap
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✨ STUDIO CULTURE

At The Impact Dance Company, we are committed to creating a positive, disciplined, and empowering environment where every dancer feels seen, supported, and challenged to grow. We believe dance is more than performance — it is a tool for building confidence, leadership, accountability, teamwork, and resilience both inside and outside the studio.
Our dancers are expected to:
• Encourage and uplift one another!
• Demonstrate respect for instructors, teammates, and families!
• Maintain a cheerful outlook and strong work ethic!
• Represent The Impact Dance Company with pride, professionalism, and integrity!
We believe growth happens through consistency, dedication, and community, and we strive to ensure every dancer leaves our program stronger than when they entered.
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📅 ATTENDANCE & COMMITMENT

To maintain the integrity of the program and team performance:
• Each dancer is permitted up to five (5) unexcused absences per season.
• Two (2) tardies = one (1) unexcused absence
• Absences must be approved to be considered excused (please speak to Ms S. to determine if an absence is excused)
• Injured or mildly ill dancers are expected to observe class.
• You must notify Ms S. prior to the start of class if a dancer will be out.

Class Cancellations Due to Performances / TIDC Events
In the event that classes are canceled due to performances or TIDC-sanctioned events, every effort will be made to reschedule the missed class. If possible, an additional class may also be offered for students who are not participating in TIDC events to ensure continued training and instruction. However, please note that rescheduling cannot be guaranteed due to scheduling, instructor, and facility availability constraints.

❗ Excessive absences may result in:
• Removal from routines or performances
• Ineligibility for competition
• Dismissal from the program



💰 TUITION & FINANCIAL POLICY

Registration Fee: $52 (Includes a leotard + 1 tights)
Monthly Tuition:
• 1 Dancer: $127
• 2 Dancers: $202
• 3 Dancers: $252
Policies:
• Tuition is due the first of each month.
• Late Fee: $20 applied on the seventh of each month.
Payment Options
The Impact Dance Company offers the following tuition payment schedules:
• Yearly
• Monthly
• Bi-Weekly
All tuition payments will be processed exclusively through DanceStudio-Pro. The Studio Director will no longer accept cash, Zelle, CashApp, or Apple Pay for tuition/registration payments. DanceStudio-Pro charges a fee for payments and is not connected to any payments for The Impact Dance Company.
All payments are NON-REFUNDABLE.

Withdrawal Policy: Written notice must be submitted before the end of the month to avoid being charged for the following month.
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🏆 COMPETITION PROGRAM

Open Enrollment & Competition Eligibility

Open enrollment is available from August to October and January 1–January 31. To be considered for the competition team, all monthly tuition payments must be up to date, and registration must be completed prior to January 1st.

Students registering after January 1st will be evaluated by the Artistic Director, who will make the final decision regarding competition team eligibility for the current season.

Competition team members will incur additional expenses for competition fees, travel, and related costs. Joining The Impact Dance Company does not guarantee placement on the competition team. The Artistic Director makes all final decisions.

Competition participation is by evaluation and invitation only. Participation in competition is NOT mandatory! From day one of classes, everyone will be auditioning for a spot on the competition team. Class behavior, participation, preparedness, and ability to learn and execute choreography are all factors in determining if a student makes the competition team. Please note, if you do not make the team for Regionals, you will not be on the team for Nationals.

2026–2027 Competitions: Transportation and lodging details will be shared soon
• Showstoppers (Regionals) – April 23 – April 25, 2027 – Edison, NJ
• Showstoppers (Nationals) – June 28 – July 3, 2027 – Myrtle Beach, SC
Selection is based on:
• Attendance
• Behavior & attitude
• Ability to learn and perform choreography.
• Collaboration between Studio Director and all Studio Instructors
⚠️ Placement on the competition team is not guaranteed
🎟 RECITAL POLICY

• End-of-year recital is scheduled for end of May 2027…Date TBA
• Participation is strongly encouraged.
Requirements:
• Each family must purchase five tickets per dancer.
• Tickets are mandatory and non-refundable.

💸 FUNDRAISING REQUIREMENT

Each family is required to participate in at least two fundraisers per season.
Mandatory Fundraiser: “A Day in the Life of an Impact Dancer”
Fundraising supports recital costs, costumes, competitions, and overall program operations.
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🖤 IMPACT PANTRY PROGRAM

As part of our commitment to supporting all dancers and fostering a strong community, The Impact Dance Company maintains an on-site pantry.
Our pantry provides snacks and nourishment during:
• Long rehearsal days
• Extended program hours
• School days when Brooklyn Scholars Charter School students may need additional support.
All dancers and students benefit from this resource.

✨ Family Contribution
All families MUST contribute to the pantry throughout the season.
We gladly accept:
• Financial donations
• Shelf-stable food items (granola bars, fruit snacks, crackers, juice boxes, etc.)
A class-based donation schedule will be provided to organize contributions and ensure consistency.
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🎽 TEAM GEAR (REQUIRED – PRICING SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

Travel Gear Options:
Option 1 — $383
• Jacket, Joggers, Leggings, Tank, Shorts, Sports bra, Socks/Bow
Option 2 — $243
• Jacket, Joggers, Tank, Socks/Bow
Option 3 — $185
• Jacket, Joggers, Socks/Bow
Additional Required Items:
• Team Hoodie — $30
• T-Shirt — $17
• Sneakers — Vans Knu Skool (price varies)
• Team Jersey - $80
• Black Crocs (price varies)

🛍 OPTIONAL MERCHANDISE

The Impact Dance Company offers a selection of optional merchandise for dancers and families who wish to further represent and support the program.
While these items are not required, they are encouraged for team unity, spirit, and appearance at events.

✨ Available Items
Optional merchandise may include:
• Duffel Bag and Garment Bag
o Custom options available (pricing provided at time of order)
• T.I.D.C. Water Bottle
o $35 (customization included price subject to change)
• T.I.D.C. Windbreaker
o $70 (customization included price subject to change)
• Additional branded items may be introduced throughout the season.

🧾 Ordering Process
• The Studio Director and approved vendors will coordinate orders.
• Details regarding ordering deadlines, customization options, and delivery will be shared when placing orders.

✅ Important Notes
• All optional merchandise purchases are voluntary.
• All sales are final and non-refundable once orders have been placed.
• Availability may vary based on vendor inventory and order quantities.
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CLASS ATTIRE & DRESS CODE

All dancers must come to class properly prepared.
Required:
• Level color leotard, tights, proper dance shoes, hair secured, NO JEWELRY
❗ Failure to follow the dress code may impact participation.
Class Levels & Placement Policy

The Impact Dance Company organizes dancers into the following levels:
• Inspire Mini 1 (Ages 5–6)
• Inspire Mini 2 (Ages 7–9)
• The Icons (Ages 10–11)
• The Impressions (Ages 12–13)
• The Idols (Ages 14+)
Level placement may vary based on each dancer’s experience, skill, and readiness. At the end of each competition season, the Director and instructors will review each dancer’s progress to determine level advancement.

Some dancers may advance with a probationary period. If a dancer is unable to manage the speed or complexity of the next level, they may be placed back in their previous level and reevaluated at the end of the following season.

Parents are encouraged to communicate with the Director throughout the season regarding their dancer’s progress rather than waiting until level promotion announcements.

A dancer is required to spend a minimum of two years at their current level unless they demonstrate exceptional growth and exemplary skill.
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🤝 CODE OF CONDUCT

All dancers and families are expected to represent The Impact Dance Company with:
• Respect
• Positivity
• Sportsmanship
• Professionalism
❗ Disrespectful or disruptive behavior may result in dismissal without refund.
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📱 COMMUNICATION POLICY (BAND APP)

To ensure clear, consistent, and efficient communication for all families, The Impact Dance Company utilizes BAND as its official communication platform.
All essential information, including:
• Schedules
• Announcements
• Rehearsal updates
• Events and reminders
will be posted exclusively on BAND.
✅ Parent & Dancer Responsibility
Checking BAND regularly is a required expectation for all families.
⚠️ Communication Expectations
Staff may redirect families to BAND for information that has already been communicated through the platform.
Families are expected to:
• Review all updates!
• Refer to BAND before contacting staff with questions!
• Stay informed on all communications.


⚖️ LIABILITY & MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION

Participation in dance involves physical activity and inherent risk.
By enrolling, parents/guardians:
• Acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with dance participation!
• Agree to release The Impact Dance Company from liability (except in cases of negligence)
• Authorize emergency medical treatment if necessary.
• Families remain financially responsible for all costumes, competition fees, and ordered items once purchases have been submitted to vendors.