It is our recommendation that all students take ballet as it is the foundation of all dance. In addition, students should be enrolled in a technical jazz class prior to hip hop, lyrical, or modern as it provides the groundwork for these other disciplines.

Students wishing to move into advanced level classes should be taking a minimum of two ballet classes a week.

Pre-Performance & Performance Level Classes
Studio 82 will be introducing a leveling system for the serious dancer. These level systems are designed to keep our advanced dancers on track with the national standards and level of competitive dance. The dance industry is continually becoming more technically demanding, and therefore, we feel an obligation to train our students to meet these demands.

Students in the pre-performance and performance levels will be required to meet certain criteria and take required classes. Placement in these leveled classes is determined by our teachers.

This leveling system is not intended to create a competitive atmosphere within the Studio. It is only our goal to provide our serious dancers the training they need to make it in the professional world. Over the years, we have had many dancers go on to work professionally, and by increasing our standards, we hope to continue that tradition.

Pre-Performance & Performance Level requirements
Pre-Performance Level classes are for those students who would like to move beyond the recreational program and eventually try out for competition pieces and /or Jazz Energy Dance Company. Students placed in a Pre-Performance Level Class are required to:
1) Take a minimum of 1 Ballet Class per week
2) Take a minimum of 1 Jazz Class per week
3) Maintain excellent attendance
4) Abide by Leveled Dress Code

Performance Level classes are for those students who are eligible to tryout for competition pieces and/or Jazz Energy Dance Company. Students placed in Performance Level Classes are required to:
1) Take a minimum of 2 Ballet Classes per week
2) Take a minimum of 1 Jazz Class per week
3) Take a minimum of 1 Jazz Technique class per week
4) Take 1 additional class of either Lyrical or Modern
5) Maintain excellent attendance
6) Abide by Leveled Dress Code

Dress Code (Pre-Performance Students)
Ballet: Black tank leotard & Pink tights. Bras may not show. No extra clothing may be worn. Hair must be in slick bun, with bangs pulled away from face. No jewelry.
Jazz: Black jazz pants, black tight fitting tank, shirt, or leotard. No bare midriffs. Hair must be secured back. Black jazz shoes. Tap: Black jazz pants, black tight fitting tank, shirt, or leotard. No bare midriffs. Hair must be secured back.
Modern: Black leotard, pink or black footless tights. Hair must be secured back. No shoes.
Lyrical: Black jazz pants, black tight fitting tank, shirt, or leotard. No bare midriffs. Hair must be secured back. Soft black jazz shoes or lyrical shoes.

**Studio 82 will make available some NEW Dress Code appropriate apparel for your convenience. Stop by our Open Registration to see our New Merchandise!**

FALL PROGRAM (2006)
Fall Dance begins Monday, Sept. 11th. 2006

RULES AND REGULATIONS
Please take time to review the following Studio rules and regulations with your child, as we expect all students to abide by the following:
1. Students must check in at the desk for attendance purposes. Attendance is expected, especially for our more advanced level classes, and repeated absences in classes could result in being pulled from a particular class. During recital preparation, attendance becomes even more important.
2. All classes must be paid in advance. There is a $5.00 late fee for past due tuition.
3. Students must be attentive in class and obtain permission to leave the room.
4. Students must respect studio property and clean up after themselves in the restrooms and lobby. NO FOOD, GUM, OR BOTTLES IN THE STUDIO. (Water bottles are acceptable.)
5. Students must wait inside STUDIO 82 doors for rides. All students should be picked up in a timely matter.
6. All dancers belongings must be put in the cubicles in the locker room. Dance bags, coats,e tc., may not be kept on the floor in the locker room or in the halls. PLEASE DO NOT ALLOW YOUR CHILDREN TO BRING ANY VALUABLES TO THE STUDIO.
7. Students are not permitted behind the desk, in the office, or int the playroom. Students are also not permitted to touch any of the equipment in the rooms, including stereo and fitness equipment.
8. Proper dancewear is a MUST. The Dress Code is not negotiable and students not adhering to the Dress Code policy will not be permitted to take class.
9. While classes are in progress, we expect students to be on their best behavior, both in and out of the classroom. There is to be no running or shouting in the halls or outside the studios. We expect polite and respectful dancers both in and out of the classroom.

2006-2007 MANDATORY DRESS CODE
Dress Code is required for ALL students. Students not adhering to the Dress Code policy will not be permitted to take class.

PRESCHOOL BALLET, KINDERBALLET: Pink leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers. Hair in bun. Bangs pulled out of face.
PRESCHOOL JAZZ: Black jazz pants, dance t-shirt, soft black jazz shoes, hair off face.
BALLET: Black Leotard, pink tights, pink slippers. BRAS MUST NOT BE SHOWING. Hair must be IN BUN. Bangs pulled out of face. No exceptions!
JAZZ: Tight black jazz pants. No loose fitting pants, pajama pants, fleece pants or shorts! Capri pants are acceptable. Leotard under pants, with form-fitting tank top or T-shirt. NO BARE MIDRIFFS. Soft black jazz shoes. Hair must be secured back.
TAP: Tight black jazz pants. No loose fitting pants, pajama pants, fleece pants or shorts! Capri pants are acceptable. Leotard under pants, with form-fitting tank top or T-shirt. NO BARE MIDRIFFS. Low heeled jazz taps are preferred. Hair must be pulled back. NO JEANS OR STREET CLOTHES.
LYRICAL: Tight black jazz pants. No loose fitting pants, pajama pants, fleece pants or shorts! Capri pants are acceptable. Leotard under pants, with form-fitting tank top or T-shirt. NO BARE MIDRIFFS. Soft black jazz shoes or lyrical shoes. Hair must be secured back.
MODERN: Leotard, pink footless tights (Advanced dancers may wear black tights). No shoes. Hair must be securely pulled back.
HIP-HOP: Tight black jazz pants. No loose fitting pants, pajama pants, fleece pants or shorts! Capri pants are acceptable. Leotard under pants, with form-fitting tank top or T-shirt. NO BARE MIDRIFFS. Soft black jazz shoes or street tennis shoes. Hair must be secured back.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS (2006-07)
Thanksgiving break -- Nov. 22, 23, 24, and 25th Christmas break -- Dec.18th- Jan. 3 Martin Luther King Day -- Jan. 15th Presidents Day -- Feb. 19th Easter break --April 6-April 14th Memorial break -- May 26-May 28th Last week of class -- June 4-9

SNOW DAYS
The studio will close when the Strongsville City Schools close. This is the policy followed by most student institutions and seems to work best. We encourage students to come in and make up for missed classes, as we offer over 60 classes a week. If there are several snow days in a season, classes will be scheduled to be made up at the end of the season.

MAKE UPS
In the event that a dancer cannot make a class due to illness or vacation, the desk will suggest make up classes available. These make ups may be taken at any time. THERE WILL BE ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS.

VIEWING
Parents and family members may view the classes during specific view weeks. We request, if at all possible, that parents leave younger siblings at home during viewing. We realize that it is sometimes hard to do, but it does create a distraction to the classroom setting. This will just help keep distractions to a minimum. Viewing dates are as follows: Nov. 13-18 & March 5-10

CLASS PLACEMENT
PLEASE give us the first few weeks to evaluate class placement to insure dancers are in the appropriate class. Remember, just because a dancer can do a step, does not mean that the step is being executed with proper technique. At STUDIO 82, we pride ourselves on our commitment to placing your child in the appropriate level class. Our scheduling process begins with teacher evaluations before the dance year even ends and continues throughout the entire summer. This is not something we take lightly. Trust that our staff wants your child to get the most out of his or her experience here and will do what needs to be done to ensure that your child is in appropriate level class.

PAYMENT & PRICE STRUCTURE
Tuition is based on a 10 month school year, which runs from September-June. Payment is due the by the 15th of each month. If payment is not made by the 15th of the month, a $5.00 late fee will be charged. Because we have had a very difficult time collecting tuition, absolutely no dancers will be admitted into class after the 15th until payment is made. Anyone will unforeseen circumstances should see our desk. PLEASE urge dancers to check in weekly at the desk for attendance purposes.

• Family discount of 5% for each child after the first.
• Monthly payments are due at the first class of each month. No late payments!
• There will be NO cash refunds or credits applied to subsequent months. (Classes must be made up during other class times.)
• Classes with enrollment under 6 students are subject to cancella tion. Prior notification will be given.

STUDIO 82 2007 RECITAL      
One of the most exciting events of our year is the studio’s annual recital. Held every year, we pride ourselves on creating a Broadway style “show,” not just a typical dance recital. Participation in the recital is OPTIONAL. We feel having an annual recital gives our students something to work towards and also gives our students an opportunity to “show off” what they have learned throughout the year. This year should prove to be our biggest and best show yet, as we celebrate our 20 year anniversary! This year’s recital dates are June 15th and 16th, with a Children’s Matinee on the 16th. The show will once again be held at Strongsville High School.