SEASON POLICIES

Summer Season: May 2024 - August 2024

Fall Season: September 3, 2024 - May 24, 2025

Below are our Bloom Dance Studio Season Policies to keep you properly informed. When enrolling your child, you are agreeing to comply with these policies and procedures.

These policies are divided into three sections:

  • General policies, applicable to the entire calendar year

  • Fall Season policies, applicable to the season running from September through May

  • Summer Season policies, applicable to the season running from May (post recital) through August

General Policies

Parent/Guardian Legal Disclaimer:

I (the enrolling Parent/Guardian/Other) represent to Bloom that I have the full and complete legal authority to register the child, that Bloom is entitled to rely on such representation in good faith, and that the registrant will indemnify, defend, and hold Bloom harmless from any claims or expenses in the event the registrant had no such authority.

Release of Liability:

As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless Bloom Dance Studio, its owners and operators from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, sickness, including death, that may be sustained by the participant and/or the undersigned, while in or upon the premises or any premises under the control and supervision of Bloom Dance Studio, its owners and operators or in route to or from any of said premises.

Photography/Video Release:

I understand and release to Bloom Dance Studio the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use, reproduce, and publish photographs and/or videos of my child for editorial, trade, advertising, or any other purpose or manner and medium. I hereby release Bloom Dance Studio and its owner, administrative staff and instructors from any and all claims, actions, and liability relating to its use of said photographs. Any exception/objection must be submitted via email to support@danceatbloom.com prior to the start of each season so we can proactively prevent photos/videos from being taken of your child.

Dress Code and Policies:

Dress code will be enforced for all classes. This includes the following guidelines:

  • The current dance attire requirements must be adhered to and are located on the website: Bloom Attire

  • Long hair needs to be tightly secured from the face in either a ponytail or bun. For short hair or male dancers, hair must be pinned back from the face. This should be done before coming to class.

  • At Bloom we value modesty. We ask our students to wear modest dance attire that covers their stomach.

  • No gum is allowed during dance class.

  • Level I ballet students and above may be asked to sit out if they are not dressed appropriately for ballet class.

Student Drop Off and Pick Up:

To respect the time of our teachers and staff members, Bloom Dance Studio adheres to the following policy for drop-offs and pick-ups:

  • Students should be dropped off at the studio no more than 10 minutes before the start time of their class or camp.

  • Students under the age of 10 years old may only be dropped off to their classroom and must be accompanied by a parent/guardian while in the lobby areas.

  • Students should be picked up promptly following their classes and camps. The studio will close 5 minutes after the end of the last scheduled camp and/or class of the day.

  • For safety reasons, we ask our students to wait inside the studio space for their parents or guardians to arrive. If a child is not picked up in this allotted time frame, the studio host will make every attempt to contact the parent(s) on file.

  • Parents and siblings are not allowed to remain in the studio during summer camps, as we utilize the lobby space for camp activities.

Addressing Concerns:

Bloom Dance Studio encourages open communication between instructors, staff members, students, and parents. We welcome feedback from our families. Do not hesitate to discuss any questions or concerns you have regarding your child’s dance experience, but this dialogue must be done at the right time. To honor the time and responsibilities of others, please do not bring up concerns to the instructor before, during or after a class, rehearsal or performance. Parents should call the Bloom business line (402-670-7206) or email support@danceatbloom.com to set up an appropriate time to address questions, concerns, and/or to provide feedback.

Student Absence/Make-Up Policy:

If a student needs to miss a class due to illness or conflict, we prefer that the parent log the absence in their parent portal in advance of the absence. This allows the instructor to know not to expect the dancer in class.

  • In the Fall Season, make-up classes can be scheduled through the month of January. (Make-up classes are not offered after January 31st as classes will be preparing for recital and the majority of the class is focused on choreography specific to that class.)

  • In the Summer Season, make-up classes can be scheduled within the six-week summer session, based on space availability. Keep in mind that there are fewer classes to select from for the summer season.

All missed classes must be made up within 2 weeks of the missed class. There is a limit of 3 make-up classes per dance season.

All make-up classes must be scheduled in advance of coming to the class, by emailing us at support@danceatbloom.com or calling (402-670-7206). Please wait for confirmation from the Studio Manager before bringing your dancer to a make-up class.

Tuition payments are not prorated for missed classes.

Weather Closing Policy:

In the event of inclement weather and/or poor road conditions, classes may be canceled for the safety of our students. Bloom Dance Studio will make our own independent decisions regarding weather closings. If the decision to cancel classes is made, we will send out an email and text message to let families know, a minimum of 60 minutes prior to the start of classes for the day. You can also visit the website or check social media to receive weather updates. As weather related closings are outside of the control of Bloom Dance Studio, we do not credit, refund, or prorate tuition for classes canceled due to inclement weather. Students are welcome to request a make-up class for weather-related closings, however make-up classes for the Fall Season are only offered through January 31st.

FALL Season Policies

All general Bloom policies also apply to the Fall Season.

Tuition:

Bloom Dance Studio holds 31 - 32 weeks of scheduled classes with an end of year recital in May. The cost for a class is a “full regular season” price; but for the convenience of our families it is broken down and spread out over 9 monthly installments (September - May). Tuition is charged on the 1st of each month. The first installment will be charged to your account on September 1st and the final installment will be charged on May 1st. You will pay the same price each month whether it is a long or short lesson month. Tuition does not change when a class is missed for holidays. Tuition is not prorated and/or refunded if classes are missed or canceled due to inclement weather.

Included in Tuition Fee: To make budgeting for dance classes simpler, Bloom’s monthly tuition payment structure is an all-inclusive format. Your monthly tuition (for the fall season) will now include the following per class:

  • Tuition for the class

  • Recital costume(s) and tights

  • Costume alterations

Registration Fee:

  • When you register for classes, a $35 registration fee will be charged to your account per dancer, with a maximum of 3 registration fees per family ($105 maximum).

  • The registration fee increases to $45 on September 1st, with a maximum of 3 registration fees per family ($135 maximum).

  • Registration fees are non-refundable.

One Time Catch Up Fee:

If you register after September 10, 2024, there is a one-time catch up fee to cover costume costs.

  • September: $18.00 per class/$36.00 per combo class

  • October: $36.00 per class/$72.00 per combo class

  • November: $54.00 per class/$108.00 per combo class

  • December: $72.00 per class/$144.00 per combo class

  • January: $90.00 per class/$180.00 per combo class

Swap Fee:

Changing classes during the months of September and October is free. Beginning November 1st, if you would like to change classes, there will be a $50 swap fee. (This fee is charged per dancer, per class.) There will be no class swaps (changing from one class to another) beginning January 17, 2025.

Please note: if your student moves from a class with one costume to a class with two costumes, you will also be charged a one-time catch up fee to cover costume costs. The amount of this fee will depend on the date that the swap occurs (see above for catch up fee information).

Fall Season Payments:

Bloom Dance Studio requires families to make monthly payments by the use of automatic payment (credit card, debit card or ACH). We do not accept cash or checks.

  • Your monthly installment will be charged on the 1st of every month, beginning September 1st and ending May 1st.

  • We do not send out monthly statements. All tuition is non-refundable. Monthly tuition is required until the studio has received a written email request of cancellation and a withdrawal form is complete.

  • If for some reason a payment is declined, you will receive a notice from the studio support staff, notifying you of the incident and any error code associated. You will have until the 10th of the month to pay the balance due.

  • Any balances not paid by the 10th of the month will incur a $10 late fee. Late fees will continue to accrue $10 monthly until the balance is paid in full. See "Unpaid Balance Policy" for additional consequences.  

  • Tuition does not change when a week is missed for holidays. Tuition is not prorated and/or refunded if classes are missed or canceled due to inclement weather.

  • Registration fees are non-refundable. No portion of the monthly tuition payments are refundable if a class is dropped before the end of the season.

  • No partial month refunds will be made, except on a case by case basis, such as a serious illness or injury that has been verified by a physician's note, or due to an unexpected move out of the area.

Unpaid Balances Policy:

1. Definition of Unpaid Balance: An unpaid balance refers to any outstanding amounts owed for services rendered where payment has not been received by the due date due to failed auto-pay attempts.

2. Late Fees: If payment is not received within 10 days of the due date, a late fee of $10 will be applied to the unpaid balance. Late fees will continue to accrue $10 monthly until the balance is paid in full.

3. Continued Unpaid Balance: Accounts with unpaid balances that remain outstanding for more than 30 days may result in the following actions:

  • Inability to purchase recital tickets

  • Denial of recital costume

  • Asked to not return to weekly classes

  • Denial of enrollment in upcoming seasons

4. Payment Arrangements: Customers experiencing financial difficulties may contact us to discuss potential payment arrangements. We are willing to work with our customers to find a mutually agreeable solution.

5. Communication of Unpaid Balances: Customers will receive monthly statements detailing any unpaid balances and associated late fees until the balance is paid in full.

6. Contact Information: For inquiries or concerns regarding unpaid balances, please reach out to our billing department at: support@danceatbloom.com.

Class Minimum:

A minimum of four students must be enrolled in a class to offer the weekly class. If class enrollment does not meet the minimum student requirement, the class will be canceled, and alternative class(es) will be offered. If we cannot offer you a suitable new class, a refund will be issued.

Attendance:

Attendance is expected and will be taken at each scheduled class. Missing class will only slow down your dancer's progress. Our desire is to develop your dancer's skills to their fullest potential - this means working hard to attend all classes and giving your best during class time - including arriving to class on time. Advanced dance students are encouraged to arrive 10 minutes prior to class to stretch and warm up as to prevent any unnecessary injuries. Attendance is required during recital dress rehearsal week. Students who miss classes at the end of the season (March - May) or who cannot attend their dress rehearsal may be asked to not participate in the recital, to be fair to the other students and to instructors.

Withdrawals:

In the Fall Season, if a student needs to withdraw early from the season, a Class Withdrawal Form must be completed to close the account and prevent further billing. Bloom Dance Studio requires notice by the 15th of the month to avoid charges on the next billing cycle. Please email support@danceatbloom.com for a Class Withdrawal Form. Note that during the initial Fall Season registration period (through August 31, 2024), parents can drop classes on their own through their Parent Portal.

Final Day to Register:

Our final day to accept new students for the 2024 - 2025 Fall Season is January 17, 2025.

Recital:

  • Bloom Dance Studio will finish the 2024 - 2025 Fall Season with an end of the year dance recital in May. Bloom Dance Studio does not charge a Recital Fee. Performance tickets will be sold at $15 - $18 per seat (plus tax and fees), based on your seating selection. No free tickets will be given and all seats must be purchased. There must be a $0 balance on your account before recital tickets can be purchased. Tickets will go on sale approximately one month before the recitals.

  • Participation in the recital is not mandatory, but is highly recommended. Students spend a significant amount of time February - April learning recital choreography, as well as performance etiquette and technique. We encourage students who may struggle with stage fright or other similar fears to participate. The recital is a wonderful opportunity for the dancer to grow in courage and confidence.

  • As a reminder, your dancer will receive a recital costume, even if they choose to opt out of recital. If you decide to opt out of recital, you can still attend your weekly dance class. You must notify us by November 1, 2024, via email, if your dancer will not be participating in the recital. This notification allows our instructors time to plan their staging and choreography.

  • Each class has a notation of the recital dates they will be performing on the Fall Season schedule found on the website. We cannot guarantee that any particular classes or siblings will perform in the same recital show. All recitals will be held at The Garden Theater located at 3125 Oak View Drive.

Costumes:

  • Costumes are included in your monthly tuition payment as outlined above under Tuition. Your dancer will receive their costume during the second semester. It will be fitted by a member of our staff, and any needed alterations will be performed at no cost. In certain cases, a new size costume may need to be ordered at no cost to you.

  • Combo classes for Petals (Beginning), Violets (Level I) and Rosettes (Level II) will require two costumes per class. This cost is reflected in the all-inclusive tuition amount for combo classes. Combo classes for Sprouts (Tiny) require only one costume per class and this cost is reflected in the all-inclusive pricing as well.

  • Unlimited Pass students will have a costume fee ADDED to their monthly tuition payment based on how many classes they are participating in. This charge will be calculated following registration. Costumes for Unlimited Pass students will be $117 per costume in total, including tights and alterations, and spread over the 9 months of tuition payments.

Summer 2024 Season

All general Bloom policies also apply to the Summer Season.

Summer Registration Fees and Payment:

Summer Registration Fees are all one time payments (not weekly or monthly payments) for both Camps and 6-Week Classes. All camp prices vary by length of camp, and weekly class prices vary by length of class (see pricing). There is no separate registration fee for our Summer season.

Cancellation and Refunds:

In the summer, we offer various types of dance experiences. The cancellation policy for each is as follows:

CAMPS: For our week-long summer camps, we offer a 100% refund if you need to cancel your enrollment before May 24th. After May 24th, we offer a 50% refund if you notify us 7 days or more prior to the start date of the camp. There is no refund within 7 days or less of the start date of the camp.

CLASSES: For our weekly summer classes, we offer a 100% refund if you need to cancel your enrollment before June 1st. Between June 1st and June 7th, we offer a 50% refund if you notify us in that window. There are no refunds for summer classes after June 7th.

Class Minimum:

A minimum number of students must be enrolled in order to hold a class or camp. If a class/camp enrollment does not meet the minimum student requirement, alternative class(es) or camp(s) will be offered. If we cannot offer you a suitable replacement, a refund will be issued.