STEPRIGHT studios will collect certain information about you and your parent/carer, such as your name, address, and contact details when you register with us. This information is to ensure we can make contact with students and their parents/carers as necessary. We will not use your personal information for any other purpose without first seeking your consent, unless authorized or required by law. Students’ photos may be used for promotional purposes in STEPRIGHT studios and STEP RIGHT DANCE advertising, or on flyers or school concert programs, or on our Web Site and STEPRIGHT studios Facebook Page. Student names may appear in our Concert Programs. If you do not wish to have your/your child's, name/picture appearing in publications, please let STEPRIGHT studios know in writing immediately. STEPRIGHT studios will take reasonable steps to keep secure any personal information which we hold and to keep this information accurate and up to date. It is your responsibility to provide updated information such as change of contact number or address.

COVID SAFETY

Step Right Dance operates under the Dance and Physical Performing Arts Industry Plan to ensure Covidsafe practices throughout our Dance classes. All non enrolled students are not permitted inside the premises unless the have completed the sign in process (see waiting room door for information). Please DO NOT enter the premises if you are feeling unwell, have travelled overseas in the past 14 days, have come from an identified ‘Hot Spot’ or have been asked to quarantine.

BEHAVIOUR & CONDUCT

1. All parents/guardians and students will respect and cooperate with all teacher instructions and decisions.
2. All parents/guardians and students will respect others in class regardless of gender, culture, religion, or ability.
3. Parents/guardians will have the chance to stay and watch during the last class of designated terms only
4. For safety reasons students must not wear any jewelery during class time. For those with pierced ears, stud or small sleeper earrings are permitted.
5. Students are required to bring a bottle of water to each class, opportunities for a drink will be provided by the teacher
6. By signing the Enrolment Form you (as the parent/guardian) give permission to STEP RIGHT DANCE to administer First Aide by a qualified First Aider in the event of first aide being required.
7. In the unlikely event of an emergency, STEP RIGHT DANCE management are permitted to arrange medical/ambulance attention and parents/guardians agree to pay the associated costs.
8. All students (under 18 yrs) MUST stay in the dance hall until collected by a parent/guardian unless otherwise arranged with the Studio Director
9. Waiting students are to be respectful if requiring to use amenities while classes are in progress and ensure not to disrupt the class in progress.
10. All Parents/guardians to collect students promptly after completion of their classes for the day. Classes are scheduled back to back and supervision of students outside of allotted class times may be difficult.
11. In the event of an absence, please notify the teacher via SMS or email prior to class time to aide with class planning
12. In the event of injury please notify the teacher prior to class
13. Class enrolment (i.e. students wish to change classes) can be adjusted by calendar month (with exception to the final term of the year – no adjustments available) with 7 days notice prior to the end of month. Any fees charged in advance will be credited to your account / refunded as necessary.
14. Any questions or complaints must go through the studio principal. Parents and students are not permitted to contact Step Right Dance teachers via phone, in person, or via email / social networking with studio issues unless it has been broached with the principal first. Personal meetings with the studio principal can happily be arranged via reception
15. In the rare case of a parent or student showing disrespect or defamation to any parent, staff member or student, a meeting will be called immediately and dismissal may be considered at the discretion of the principal. Physical, mental, emotional or cyber bullying by parents, staff or students will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal from the studio.
16. Step Right Dance takes no responsibility for any stolen or misplaced property on the studio premises and we encourage our families to avoid bringing valuable items into the studio where possible.
17. Only private lesson students are permitted to enter solo, duo or trio competitions and it must be with the permission of their teacher and choreographer.
18. Step Right Dance management reserves the right to change teachers or timetabling when necessary at any time throughout the year.
19. Choreography, costuming and studio policies remain the intellectual property of Step Right Dance and may not be reproduced or sold by any students, parents or staff without permission of the principal/s.

STEP RIGHT DANCE DEVELOPMENT TEAM

1. SRD Development Team is for any students wanting to be performing more than just at the End of Year showcase.
2. Our Team performs at numerous Community events throughout the year
3. This team is a feeder to the SRD Performance Team.
4. As part of SRD Development Team students are expected to attend all nominated classes. Missing more than 3 classes without notice may result in the student being removed from the team.

STEP RIGHT DANCE PERFORMANCE TEAM

1. SRD Performance Team is by Invitation Only. Invitations will be sent out each new Calendar Year. Expressions of Interest are excepted each term.
2. Our Team performs at approx. 4 local competitions and numerous Community events throughout the year
3. If selected to be part of the Performance Team students are expected to attend all nominated classes. Missing more than 3 classes without notice may result in the student being removed from the team.
4. Cost of Performance Team classes inpart goes towards Students competition fees and as such no refunds are available for cancelled classes. Additional fundraising may be required and all participants will be expected to be involved in fundraising


PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOGRAPHY RELEASE

I, the undersigned, give permission for Step Right Dance to use video footage and / or photographs of my child/student. This usage may include (but is not exclusive to) displaying publicly, distributing, or publishing, photographs, and/or video of my child for use in materials that include, but may not be limited to:

- printed materials (eg - brochures and newsletters)
- online and offline advertising and promotion
- videos and digital images such for use on Social Media.

By signing this form, I acknowledge that I am giving unrestricted permission for my child/students’s image to be used in print, video, and digital media. I agree that these images may be used by Step Right Dance for a variety of purposes and that these images may be used without further notification. I do understand that any identifying information including surname and location will not be used in conjunction with any video or digital images.

HEALTH INFORMATION AND MEDICAL RELEASE

I acknowledge that participation in dance is potentially dangerous and the is an inherent risk of injury involved.

In allowing my child to participate in Step Right Dance activities, I hereby assume all the risks associated with the performing arts. I understand the importance of myself and my child following the instructions and rules set by their instructor/s, and I agree to release Step Right Dance and Fitness and it’s employees of any and all liability which may arise as a result of my child’s participation in activities at Step Right Dance

DRESS REQUIREMENTS

Good grooming for young people studying dance is very important. Looking your best aids self-esteem, promotes confidence and gives pride in your performance. Therefore, although we do not insist on a class uniform we do request the following:

HAIR
All hair (girls and boys) is not to cover the student’s face and should be tied back appropriately. All girls hair must be securely tied into a bun for ballet. And minimum of a securely tied ponytail for all other genres
Boys hair of shoulder length or longer must be securely tied into a ponytail.

DRESS
Mini aged classes (GIRLS)
- any of the following or similar is acceptable
o Any leotard and skirt (knee length or shorter)
o Fairy type dresses that are knee length or shorter (except for Acro classes)

Pre-Junior & over (GIRLS)
Ballet
- any of the following or similar is acceptable
o Any leotard,
o Ballet Skirt
o Leotard dress (not tutu)
o Ballet stockings

Tap / Jazz/ Arco/ HipHop
- any of the following or similar is acceptable
o Any leotard, crop top, slimfit singlet
o Bike pants, hot pants, leggings etc (Please note that general day wear is unacceptable)

BOYS
- any of the following or similar is acceptable
o Shorts/bike pants/leggings with a T-Shirt

SHOES
Mini aged classes - No specific shoes are required unless participating in examinations or until leading up to concert time. For safety reasons please do not send your child in Jiffies as they are designed for dressup and can be extremely slippery. Bare feet is acceptable initially for Ballet or Jazz and a Court-type shoe (one that is a little noisy) is acceptable for Tap (NO HIGH HEELS). If you are looking to purchase shoes please note requested type below
o Pink Ballet shoes for Girls, Black Ballet shoes for Boys
o Camel/Tan slipon jazz shoes for Girls, Black slipon jazz shoes for Boys
o Camel/Tan Tap shoes (no high heels till Senior class) for Girls, Black Tap shoes for Boys

All other classes:
o Pink Ballet shoes for Girls, Black Ballet shoes for Boys
o Camel/Tan slipon jazz shoes for Girls, Black slipon jazz shoes for Boys
o Camel/Tan Tap shoes (no high heels till Senior class) for Girls, Black Tap shoes for Boys
o Volley type Plain Black non grip casual shoes for Girls & Boys for Hip Hop
o Camel/Tan foot thongs for Contemporary

14. Term fees will be issued via email on or before week 1 of the term
15. Ezidebit payments will be scheduled for first deduction week 3 of the term periodically (weekly, fortnightly or monthly) as agreed unless paid upfront
16. Term fees must be paid in full by the close of week 2 of the Term to receive ‘Upfront term payment’ discount
17. Only fees paid prior to week 3 of the Term will receive any multi class discounts
18. Outstanding Accounts may incur interest charges
19. No deductions for missed lessons. Dance lessons are offered at a very reasonable price, making up for the odd occasion where students are unable to attend due to illness or holiday.
20. Performance Team fees include performance days therefore fees cancelled classes due to performances on that day will not be credited.

FEES (inclusive of GST)
21. Class fees are as follows
21.1. 30min class $11.50
21.2. 45min class $14.00
21.3. 60min class $16.00
21.4. Private Lesson billed in 15min increments $25.00 (per 15min)

22. Enrollment Fee
22.1. Annual enrollment fee is charged per student and payable at the beginning of each dance calendar year or at the first full week of dance (which ever comes first). This fee is non-refundable.
22.2. 1 student $40/yr billed upfront
22.3. 2 or more students per family $80/yr billed upfront (Enrolled students at the same
home address)
23. Direct Debit Fees
23.1. All Ezidebit fees will be passed on in full

24. Family Multi Class discounts (Enrolled students at the same home address)
24.1. 3 classes or more 5%
24.2. 6 classes or more 10%
24.3. 10 classes or more see principal
24.4. Upfront Term payment 4% on top of other discounts