It’s our absolute pleasure to warmly welcome you into our dance family at CBM!
Please read our school Policies and Procedures below before registering and Paying.
Welcome to The Children’s Ballet & Movement Co.! Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, we’re so happy you’re here.
Please take a moment to review the information below. It has been put together to help make your dance experience as smooth as possible. If you ever have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re always happy to help!
General Rules: Please discuss these rules with your dancer.
No food, gum chewing or drinks (except water bottles) inside the classroom.
No cell phones, smart watches, smart earphones/Air Pods (or jewelry) are allowed in the classroom at any time. If they are inside a dance bag, they should be turned off or on mute. If dancers are wearing any of these item in class, they will be asked to remove and place them in their dance bag.
All children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times unless they are in class, attending a workshop or summer camp.
All personal belongings may be kept in the dressing room or lobby. CBM is not responsible or liable for personal injury, loss or damage of any personal property. Please make sure you check for all your belongings before leaving the studio.
No parents, friends, or siblings are allowed in the classroom at any time with the exception of our toddler classes or parent observation week. This is for the benefit of your dancer.
Every student or guardian is responsible to inform their teacher of any injury or limitations they may have that could prevent them from participating fully in class.
Attendance
Your child’s attendance in class is very important to their peers and our teaching staff. It is a commitment for you to ensure your child attends their class(es) on time each week. Not only do absences impact the performance routines we create, it also impacts the social and confidence-building principles we work hard to foster in each age group. If you know ahead of time that your child will be absent, please let us know. This policy also applies to our workshops and summer camp.
Tuition & Monthly Payment Plan:
While payment in full is always appreciated, we understand that every family’s financial situation is unique. As a courtesy, The Children’s Ballet & Movement Co. offers flexible monthly payment plans.
Monthly tuition is due on the 1st of each month. As a courtesy, families are provided a brief grace period, and payments received after the 5th of the month will incur a $25 late fee. Accounts that remain unpaid after the 5th of the month will result in a dancer being unable to participate in classes or performances until the account has been brought current.
If your family is experiencing unexpected financial hardship, we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible so we can discuss possible arrangements. We are committed to working with families whenever possible through open and timely communication.
Monthly Payment Setup:
Automatic Monthly Payments - Tuition is automatically processed on the 1st of each month using your payment method, credit or debit cards, on file. A $25 returned payment fee will be charged for any credit or debit card payment that is declined or cannot be processed. If payment is not received by the due date, applicable late fees will also apply.
Manual Monthly Payments - If you choose not to enroll in automatic payments, you are responsible for ensuring your tuition payment is received by the due date each month by paying through our website.
Costume Deposit & Payment:
A non-refundable costume deposit is required at the time of registration to secure your dancer’s place in class.
The remaining costume balance is due by November 1st. If the balance has not been paid in full by this date, your dancer will not be permitted to participate in the Nutcracker Twist Showcase until payment has been received. A $10 late fee will be applied to all overdue costume balances.
All costumes ordered through The Children’s Ballet & Movement Co. remain the property of The Children’s Ballet & Movement Co. until they have been paid for in full.
Discounts (available only September to May):
Sibling Discount
A 5% sibling discount is available for families with two or more registered dancers. The discount is applied to the tuition of the youngest registered sibling.
Sibling Multi-Class Discount
If siblings are enrolled in multiple classes, the youngest registered sibling will receive an additional 5% discount on each additional class they are enrolled in.
Single Dancer Multi-Class Discount
Families with one registered dancer enrolled in multiple classes will receive a 5% discount on each additional class in which the dancer is enrolled.
Dancers who enroll in multiple classes develop technique, confidence, versatility, and strength more quickly, helping them build a strong foundation and advance to the next level of their dance training.
Refund Policy:
All tuition and program fees are non-refundable. There are no refunds, credits, or exchanges once payment has been made, even if a dancer withdraws from classes for any reason.
If your dancer must withdraw due to a serious injury or medical condition, please email us to discuss your individual circumstances.
This policy applies to all classes, workshops, special events, and summer camp programs.
Prorated Tuition Policy:
Prorated tuition is available only for new students joining after the start of the dance season. Tuition is not prorated for existing students or families already on our email list. No exceptions.
This policy also applies to workshops, special events, and summer camp programs.
Missed Classes & Make-Up Policy:
Tuition is not refunded for missed classes. Dancers are welcome to make up any missed class by attending another class at the same level or one level below, subject to availability.
All make-up classes must be completed before the end of the current dance year and may not be carried over into the following dance season.
This policy does not apply to workshops, special events, or summer camp programs. Missed workshop or summer camp days are not eligible for make-up classes, refunds, credits, or exchanges.
Summer Camp Policy:
To ensure fairness for all families and to maintain enrollment for each camp week, please note that once your registration and payment have been submitted, there are no refunds, credits, exchanges, or switching between camp weeks for any reason.
We encourage families to carefully review their summer schedules before registering, as we are unable to make exceptions if plans change.
Attire/Dress Code:
Proper dance attire and shoes must be worn to participate in class. For the safety of all dancers, hair must be securely pulled back and away from the face for every class.
Please label all personal belongings—including shoes, dance bags, and water bottles—with your dancer’s name.
Descriptions and examples of the required attire for each class can be found on our Class Attire page.
Inclement Weather Policy:
CBM does not always follow the decisions of local public schools regarding weather-related closures.
In the event of inclement weather, a decision regarding classes will be made based on current weather conditions, road safety, and the forecast. If classes are canceled, a notification will be sent to the email address provided on your registration form no later than 1:00 PM on the day of classes. If you have not received a cancellation notice by 1:00 PM, classes will be held as scheduled.
There are no refunds, credits, or exchanges for classes canceled due to inclement weather. If desired, families may attend a comparable make-up class at their own discretion, subject to availability.
As always, the safety of our dancers and families is our highest priority. We encourage all families to use their best judgment when traveling. If weather conditions in your area make travel unsafe, please do what is best for your family.
Communication
CBM conveys primary information via email, utilizing the address submitted on your dancer's registration form. Email addresses are kept confidential. Significant studio updates are exclusively shared via email, making it crucial to thoroughly review all emails from CBM, ensuring familiarity with important information, dates, and announcements.
Observation Week
CBM provides an “Observation Week” twice a dance year; where 1 0r 2 guardians will be allowed to watch their dancer in class. You will be notified by email when this occurs. This policy does not apply to our workshops or summer camp.
*CBM reserves the right to modify, update, or revise its policies and procedures at any time as needed. Families will be notified of any policy changes via the email address provided on their registration form.