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December 2020 Newsletter

WELCOME TO THE DANCE WORKS:
 
HOLIDAY BREAK: There will be NO CLASSES from Tuesday Dec. 22nd thru Monday Jan 4th.  Classes resume Tuesday Jan 5th 2021. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!
 
TUITION/BILLING: A reminder…tuition is due the first lesson of each month.  A $10.00 late fee (strictly enforced) will be applied after the 7th of the month on all tardy payments. Please put the student’s name on the check to alleviate posting your payment to an incorrect account.  Printed bills are distributed only on tardy payments.
 
ONLINE PAYMENTS: Every student has a Parent Portal account which may be used to pay tuition and other dance expenses online using a debit or credit card (a convenience fee of 3.0 % will apply on credit/debit transactions), view previous transactions, your class schedule, and more. If you are a current student, please use this link to access your account and make a payment. (New students, please register here.) You may make a one-time payment or choose to have tuition and other dance expenses automatically deducted on the first of each month. We are excited to offer this convenient new option to our parents and students, and hope you'll love it as much as we do. Please reach out to the office with any questions or concerns. 
 
COSTUME BALANCES: Costume balances for COMPETITIVE CLASSES ONLY will be due on February 1st. Invoices will be sent via email during the holiday break, or soon thereafter so you have time to plan. Please email contact@thedanceworks.us with any questions.  

CANCELLATIONS: Please call the studio one hour before your scheduled class time or visit our website for cancellations due to inclement weather – please do not rely on Facebook or Instagram as these may not be updated.  We are sometimes open when area schools are closed.  All missed classes can be made-up.  No refunds.
 
DANCE WORKS MERCHANDISE: We have a variety of logo merchandise available through our online stores. Please visit http://www.thedanceworks.us/store.html to shop!
 
BIRTHDAY PARTIES: The studio offers birthday parties for children of all ages.  For more information, see the office or the Birthday Parties page on our website.
 
WEBSITE: www.thedanceworks.us
 
E-MAIL: contact@thedanceworks.us
 
PLEASE NOTE: We send monthly invoices and other important information regularly via email. Check your email frequently, be sure this address is added to your contacts, and check your spam/junk folder to be sure you haven't missed anything! If you are not receiving emails, stop by the office to ensure we have your correct and current email address.
 
NEWSLETTERS: If you do not own a computer and/or would like a copy of the latest newsletter, one can be obtained at the office.
Happy holidays from all of us at  
THE DANCE WORKS!!!

THE DANCE WORKS COVID-19 SAFETY GUIDELINES

Hello Everyone,

Like the rest of the world, we have created a new plan for dance this fall.  As we continue to be in unprecedented times, this continues to be a long, thoughtful process. We welcome your input as we navigate through these changes this coming dance season. Please review the following protocols and options and reach out to contact@thedanceworks.us with any questions or concerns. 

Live Classes
Any classes held at the studio will have the following protocols in place.
  • All Students will be dropped off at the front  door no earlier than 5 minutes prior to the start of class - NO parents will be allowed in the studio. Upon arrival each student will have his/her temperature taken - anyone with a fever over 100.3 will not be allowed in. Young students will be greeted by a student assistant who will escort him/her to the classroom. All young students should be ready to dance, dressed in leotards/tights only, and have just their dance bag with them.
  • Once in the classroom students will have a 6 foot square area to dance in.   They must stay in this designated area for the entire class.  There will be no dancing across the floor, and barre work will be limited to those classes whose size allows the students to be 6 feet apart on the barre. 
  • Masks MUST be worn at all times while in the studio - no exceptions. 
  • Students who have more than one class will go directly to their next class - no hanging around in the waiting areas or dressing rooms. 
  • Studios will be cleaned and disinfected after each class. 
  • We strongly encourage students to use the bathroom at home before they come to class, however we would never deny a student the use of the bathroom. Young children will be escorted to the bathroom by student assistants. Bathrooms will be cleaned periodically during each day. 
  • Once the students class(es) end, they will exit the studio by the back door - again young students will be escorted by a student assistant. All students 12 and younger must be met at the door by a parent. 
  • Should a student, teacher, or employee of the Dance Works test positive for COVID, the studio must be notified immediately. The studio will shut down completely for a minimum of 14 days at which time all classes will be taught virtually.                                                                                                                         
  • The studio reserves the right to evaluate these protocols and change them at any time to reflect these changing unprecedented times. 

Virtual classes
  • All classes would be the full amount of time (as if you were in the studio). Hour classes would be an hour, etc.
  • Some tips to make virtual classes more successful - 
    •  Have a designated space for your student to dance - be sure it’s big enough for him/her to be able to move around. 
    • Students should wear dance clothes to each class and have all the proper shoes. Feeling like they are “going” to class even though it is in the home is extremely important. 
    • Distractions should be kept at a minimum - no phones, friends, siblings, etc.  Virtual  classes should be treated and respected like live classes. 

Hybrid
This would be a combination of virtual and live classes. The schedule for each class would be determined independently based on the size of the class, the age of the students,  and how often the class meets per week. 

Virtual classes will always be an option for parents/students whether or not classes are being held at the studio.  All of our live classes will be available on Zoom.

Recital 2020/Costumes
Please be patient as we finalize the plans for costume pick-up, recital, rehearsals, and pictures.  We will send this information out as soon as it is available.

It is Very Important to us to know your thoughts on this matter.  We value your opinion. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to contact@thedanceworks.us. 

Although we know that everyone is looking forward to dancing at the studio, our top priority continues to be the safety of our students and teachers. Finding the best way to accomplish both of these is challenging. 

Thank you for your time and opinion,
The Dance Works 
Registration is now open for the 2020-2021 dance year!
If you are a brand new student to The Dance Works, please register here. Returning students, please register here!
Looking for tips on setting up a dance space from home during quarantine? HobbyJr.org wrote the following piece to offer some tips. ​

Begin Your At-Home Dance Practice Today: Resources to Get Started

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Nothing can replace the in-studio dance sessions that you (and your child!) have been yearning for. But, a quick transformation of an underutilized space in your home may be the answer in the interim. Before you know it, you’ll have your own creative haven, which will not only add value to your home, it will help lift your spirits until you’re back in the studio at last.
 
Here’s a quick list of resources to get you started today:
 
Get your in-home studio up & running
 
The Best Home Dance Studio and Work Out Space Ideas
Create a Dance Space In Your Home
11 Ways to Use Mirrors to Make Your Space Look Bigger
How Much Does It Cost To Install A Mirror?
Rubber Flooring Installation: Pro or DIY?
 
Learn how to improve your strength and flexibility
 
At-Home Exercises You Can Do To Be A Better Dancer
Muscle Strengthening Exercises for Kids
21 Exercises to Improve Your Flexibility
Exercises To Improve Your Child’s Flexibility And Coordination
 
Why not learn new dance steps, too?
 
An Overview of Ballet for Beginners
Hip Hop Dance For Beginners
Disco Dance Moves
Salsa Dancing: Basic Steps for Beginners
How To Waltz Dance (For Beginners)
 
Your new creative haven will increase your home’s value, lift your spirits and give you the much-needed space to get back to dancing (or creating!) at last. And don’t worry: it won’t be long before you’re back in your favorite dance studio.

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