Code of Conduct

Sondance Studio is a faith-based dance studio that seeks to represent the love of Christ in everything we do. Sondance asks all students, families, and staff to adhere to a standard code of conduct, based on Biblical principles, while participating within or representing Sondance Studio.

Sondance Etiquette & Good Stewardship Guidelines

Dance is a disciplined art form and requires commitment. Consistency and class attendance are required. Attendance and consistency are important to a dancer’s progress, knowledge of class material, and performance readiness.

We ask that you read, understand, and accept these policies before enrolling at Sondance Studio.

  • Please arrive on time for class - warm ups are crucial to prevent injury.

  • Come prepared - we have outlined below what to wear and bring to class.

  • Parents and or guardians are not allowed to enter the studio unless permitted by the teacher.

  • Students are responsible for keeping the dance studio clean by keeping track of their own items.

  • No cell phones in class (students may leave them in their dance bag).

  • Only water is allowed in the dance studio. Please label your dancer’s water bottle (potentially more than one depending on the length of classes)

  • Families with young children in the studio’s visiting area are required to be attentive to their children. Parents / Guardians will be expected to keep a watchful eye regarding safety and appropriate indoor behavior. 

    • Due to Covid-19 restrictions, parents and siblings are not allowed in the lobby or studio at this time, with the exception of the red/fuchsia class and any first year dancers.

Class Behavior/ Attendance

  • Dancers will conduct themselves appropriately in class by respecting their teacher and their peers. If a dancer’s behavior/attitude is disruptive, a teacher may give them a warning, ask them to sit and observe class, or ask them to leave class entirely, at the teacher’s discretion. Teachers will minimize the amount of time a dancer is not able to participate in class where possible, but will prioritize maintaining a safe, healthy environment in the dance studio. If you have concerns about your dancer’s behavior in class, please contact the teacher to talk through options and your dancer’s unique needs.

  • Please email the teacher if your dancer will be absent for any reason.

  • If a student is ill and unable to attend school during the day, we ask to please keep your dancer home to encourage a full recovery.

  • If a dancer is recovering from an injury, the teachers ask that they come to class and observe.

  • Excused absences: Illness / Family Emergency / Any required, graded school function. Extended absence situations should be discussed with the teacher ahead of time.

  • If a student has 3 or more unexcused absences in a semester, they may have their role reduced in choreography, at the teacher’s discretion.

dress Code

  • We encourage our students to take pride in their appearance, and to dress in a way that facilitates their progress in dance.

  • When entering and exiting the building, we encourage our dancers to promote modesty and wear a coverup garment over their tights and leotards.

  • In class, teachers need to be able to see the line of the body, so baggy clothes are not appropriate dance attire. Dancers may wear extra layers for warm up only.

  • No dance shoes are to be worn outside. This includes tap shoes and hip-hop sneakers.

  • Always bring extra hair supplies. 

 

By Class Level:

  • Red / Fuchsia

    • Black or pink leotard

    • Pink tights

    • Ballet skirt 

    • Pink split-sole ballet shoes (for boys, black ballet shoes)

    • Black patent tap shoes 

    • Hair in ponytail or bun

  • Tangerine / Coral

    • Black Leotard

    • Pink tights

    • Ballet skirt 

    • Pink split-sole ballet shoes (for boys, black ballet shoes)

    • Black patent tap shoes 

    • Hair in bun

  • Orange / Yellow / Green / Teal / Blue / Violet / Dance Ministry - Ballet Classes 

    • Pink tights

    • Black leotard

    • Ballet skirt 

    • Pink split-sole ballet shoes (and pointe shoes after teacher approval) (for boys, black ballet shoes)

    • Hair in bun

  • Orange / Yellow / Green / Teal / Blue - Tap and Jazz Classes 

    • Capri/full length leggings

    • Leotard and/or fitted top 

    • Black split-sole tap shoes 

    • Black jazz shoes 

    • Hair in pony, bun, or braid(s)

  • Hip-Hop

    • Leggings/joggers and top

    • Optional leotard underneath 

    • Jazz shoes or teacher approved sneakers (no street shoes, hip-hop shoes are not to be worn outside of the dance studio, including going to and from car and class)

    • Hair in pony, bun, or braid(s)

  • Modern (Copper) 

    • Capri/full length leggings

    • Leotard

    • Fitted top optional

    • Hair in pony, bun, or braid(s) 

    • Warmup layers (leggings, zip-up, etc.)

  • Boys 

    • Black jazz pants

    • Form fitting t-shirt

    • All shoes need to be worn with a clean pair of crew-length socks

    • Black canvas or leather split-sole ballet slippers with elastics

    • Black tap shoes 

    • Black Jazz shoes