Shivaay Dance Academy – Guidelines, Policies, Terms & Conditions:
Sep 05, 2026 02:05 AM
By registering for classes at Shivaay Dance Academy, parents and students acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to all academy policies.
Enrollment & Registration.
An annual $50 registration fee is required for all new and returning students
Unless otherwise stated during a special promotion or Early Bird Registration period.
Free Trial Class New students are welcome to attend one complimentary trial class.If a student decides to continue enrollment, the trial class fee will be included in the first tuition payment.
Please note:
Trial classes do not guarantee placement in a class.
Enrollment priority is given to fully registered students.
Classes may reach capacity without notice.
Tuition & Payment Policy!
At Shivaay Dance Academy, we are committed to providing exceptional dance education in a positive and inspiring environment. Families may choose the payment option that best fits their needs.
Drop & Withdrawal Policy:
This policy applies to families enrolled in the Semester Payment Plan only.
Students enrolled under the Full Season Payment Plan are committed to the entire dance season and are not eligible for mid-season withdrawals or refunds.
Families may choose to pay for the entire dance season from September through June at the time of enrollment.
Auto-Pay and Withdrawal Deadlines:
1. To withdraw before Installment 2 (January – March):
Withdrawal requests must be submitted by December 1, 2026.
2. To withdraw before Installment 3 (April – June):
Withdrawal requests must be submitted by March 1, 2027.
Auto Billing: By enrolling, families authorize Shivaay Dance Academy to automatically process tuition payments according to the selected payment plan.
Non-Refundable Policy:
All tuition payments, registration fees, costume fees, event fees, competition fees, ticket purchases, and workshop fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
No refunds, credits, freezes, or tuition holds will be provided for:
Missed classes
Vacations
Schedule conflicts
Moving
Weather-related closures
Withdrawal after payment has been processed
Exceptions may only be considered in the event of a documented long-term medical injury.
Withdrawal Policy!
Quarterly Payment Plans:
To withdraw from the January–March quarter, written notice must be received by December 1.
To withdraw from the April–June quarter, written notice must be received by March 1.
Full-Year Plan:
Students enrolled under the Full-Year Plan are committed to the entire dance season and are not eligible for refunds, cancellations, freezes, or credits once payment has been processed.
Notice Requirements:
All withdrawal requests must be submitted via email to: Drop@shivaydanceacademy.com
Verbal notice to instructors, assistants, or staff members will not be accepted.
Failure to provide written notice before the applicable deadline will result in the next scheduled tuition payment being processed.
Attendance & Make-Up Classes:
Regular attendance is strongly encouraged to ensure student progress and performance readiness.
Make-Up Class Policy:
Missed classes are not eligible for refunds, credits, or make-up classes.
Instructors will make reasonable efforts to help students learn missed choreography.
Academy Cancellations:
If a class is canceled by Shivaay Dance Academy, a make-up class or alternate instructional arrangement may be provided.
Students may also be permitted to attend a class at another Shivaay location when available.
Parent Observation Policy:
To maintain a focused learning environment:
Parents are not permitted inside the classroom during regular instruction.
Parents may be invited into class during designated observation periods or the final few minutes of class at the instructor’s discretion.
Costumes, Events & Performances:
Students may have opportunities to participate in:
Shivaay WinterFest
Annual Recital
Community Performances
Cultural Festivals
Competitions
Celebrity Events
Special Workshops & Masterclasses
Participation Fees:
Certain performances and events may require participation fees, costume fees, or ticket purchases.
Costumes & Props:
Costumes, jewelry, and props may be provided by Shivaay Dance Academy for certain events.
Items provided by the academy must be returned by the designated deadline.
Late returns may result in penalties.
Performance Placement:
Performance participation and group placement are determined solely by instructors and academy management.
Student Conduct
Students are expected to:
1 Arrive on time
2 Demonstrate respect toward instructors and classmates
3 Follow academy rules and safety guidelines
4 Maintain positive sportsmanship and behavior
5 Shivaay Dance Academy reserves the right to remove any student whose behavior disrupts the learning environment.
6 Injury Waiver & Assumption of Risk:
7 Dance and physical activity involve inherent risks.
8 By participating in classes, rehearsals, performances, competitions, workshops, and academy events, students and parents voluntarily assume all associated risks.
9 Shivaay Dance Academy, its instructors, staff, and affiliates shall not be held responsible for injuries, accidents, loss, or damage occurring during participation in academy activities.
Photo & Video Release:
Photographs and videos may be taken during classes, rehearsals, performances, competitions, and academy events.
These materials may be used for:
Social Media
Academy Website
Marketing Materials
Promotional Campaigns
Policy Updates:
Shivaay Dance Academy reserves the right to update policies, tuition rates, schedules, programs, and procedures at any time.
Updated policies will be communicated through the academy website, email communications, or the student portal.