Updated 09/10/24
Company Handbook
Welcome to Dance for Joi Dance Company
Thank you for choosing Dance For Joi Dance Company for your dance education. We have been open since July 2015 instilling commitment, leadership skills, confidence and embracing sisterhood/brotherhood within our dancers. We realize you have choices in DeKalb County for dance instruction and we are very pleased you have chosen us. We strive to provide the best customer service to all of our students and their families. We strive to provide a quality dance education in a positive, nurturing environment. We want to make the time you spend at the studio as pleasant as possible; therefore, we have policies in place in order to accomplish this. Contained in the link, are guidelines concerning attire, class placement, behavior expectations -- -just to name a few. We have tried to give you as much information as possible so you will know what is required of both you and your student as we begin a new season together. Please feel free to ask us questions if there is something you do not understand and please do not hesitate to contact the director if there is a problem. Nothing can be fixed unless we know there is a problem. You can contact management at anytime.
Studio manager: Quin 678-791-2945
Enrollment Coordinator: Brigette 770-827-0995
Director: Joiriley@ danceforjoi.com.
Dance Season
Our season officially begins Monday, August 7,2023.
CODE OF CONDUCT
Parent And Guardian Rules
• Demonstrate respect for teachers, students, staff and other parents at all times.
• Take responsibility to read email updates and keep up-to-date with current activities and important information
• Ensure siblings are supervised at all times, equipment is treated with care and the waiting areas are left tidy. •
• Refrain from entering either dance studio DURING CLASS TIME unless invited by a teacher. Classes are closed, you will be able to observe class on Parent Observation Day.
• Understand and support the Dance for Joi DC approach by encouraging children to show commitment and positivity while working to the best of their own ability.
• No gossip, obscene language or inappropriate conversations are tolerated by either parents or dancers.
Studio Rules for Dancers:
• No FOOD OR DRINKS IN STUDIO.
• No touching the mirrors.
• No running, yelling or rough playing at the dance studio.
• Demonstrate respect for teachers, parents, staff and other students at all times.
• Arrive at least five minutes prior to your scheduled class.
• Present to class in a tidy and well-groomed manner with hair tied back neatly off the face.
• Dance uniforms and dance shoes must be worn for classes (SEE CLASS ATTIRE ON PAGE 9). School uniform is not appropriate dance attire and therefore not permitted.
• Bring a clear named bottle of water to every class.
• Attend class regularly unless ill or injured, or in the event of a family emergency.
• No gossip, obscene language or inappropriate conversations are tolerated during class or around the studio.
• Honor prior commitments made to the studio by attending classes, rehearsals and performances above other social events.
• Serve as a role model to younger dancers at all times, including appropriate language and behavior.
• Mobile phones should be switched off or on silent mode and are not to be used during class.
• Put rubbish in the trash provided and clean up after yourself.
• Show respect and care for studio equipment and facilities.
• Ask for help if you need it – we are here for you.
Addressing Issues:
Unfortunately we do make mistakes. We welcome you as parents to bring those to our attention. We do ask that you use discretion as you address them with us. We ask that any conversations that are sensitive and private in matter be held while classes are not in session and are addressed to the director. If issues concern other parents or children, please do not address this issue at the studio. Please resolve the issue independently or make an appointment with the director to resolve the situation. Angry dialog, foul language and physical threats will not be tolerated. Parents and/or students who display this type of behavior may be asked to no longer participate in the classes at Dance for Joi Dance Company. Please remember that these rules are for the safety and comfort of ALL dancers.
Attendance Policy:
We encourage students to attend their regularly scheduled classes, however, we also understand that emergencies do occur and they may miss some classes.
• As with any program, steady attendance is a requirement for success. Failure to meet such requirements can lead to dismissal from the program or adjustment in level.
• Guardians are responsible for communicating absences to the anybody on STAFF.
• Any student that misses 3 consecutive weeks or more may be required to forfeit their class space.
• Showcase participants in the spring: More than 4 absences between March 1st thought the June Showcase may result in removal from class.
Holidays 2023-2024
The studio will be closed certain holidays throughout the year. The following is a tentative schedule of holidays we will be closed:
WE FOLLOW THE DEKALB COUNTY SCHEDULE.
September 2, 2024: Labor Day
October 14-19,2024: Fall Break
November 25-30,2024: Thanksgiving Break
Monday December 23,2024- Tuesday January 6, 2024: Winter Break
February 17-22, 2024 - February Break
April 7-12, 2024: Spring Break
Loyalty Agreement
Company member cannot join another dance organization/program while under contract with Dance for Joi Dance Company. They can attend a Master Class or outside training with the approval of the director and as long as it does not interfere with our schedule. They are not allowed to attend any regular DANCE classes at another studio while under contract with Dance for Joi Dance Company.
TUITION AND REGISTRATION POLICY
• Studio tuition payments are non refundable & non transferable
•NO CREDITS/NOR REFUNDS will be issued for any missed classes.
•Holidays are not made up. We do not charge extra when the month has five classes. One compensates the other.
• Studio tuition payments are due on the 1st of each month for the upcoming month of classes.
• Studio tuition is considered late on the 8th of each month and there will be a late fee added to your account.
• The Account Holder is responsible for making tuition payments on time to avoid late fees & penalties. All Payments are due on the 1st of every month. There is a one week grace period so all payments turned in on or before the 7th of each month will NOT be considered late! All payments turned in after the 7th but before the 15th will incur a minimal late fee of $10.00 All payments received aft er the 15th will incur a $15.00 late fee.
1 Classes $65
2 Classes $1203 Classes $1404 Classes $1655 Classes $1756 Classes $185
7 Classes $200
Sibling discounts upon request
Registration Fee
An annual registration fee is due once a year at the time of registration. The registration fee is $35.00 per student. All students must register through our website www.DanceforJoi.com or in-person. Registration fee and 1st months tuition must be paid before your 1st class. All payments must be paid through parent portal.
ADD/DROP CLASSES
If your child wishes to ADD or DROP a class after the start of the season, you must email joiriley@ DanceforJoi.com. Please notify us two weeks before the next pay period.
CLASS ATTIRE
Having a dance uniform as we do at Dance for Joi also teaches discipline. By having a set uniform that must be worn to classes and rules on how hair must be or the right shoes to wear, creates unity among the studio. Appearance is an integral part of discipline in dance classes. Among other things, it gives students one less thing to worry about and lets them concentrate and focus on learning and having fun in class!
NO JEWELRY AND NO T-SHIRTS OR JEANS
Jewelry is never worn to dance class and Teacher may ask student to remove jewelry while taking class. Small earrings are acceptable. The dance studio will not be responsible if jewelry is lost while taking class.
Class Attire
All dancers must have “Black Classic Leotard”, Flesh tights, and appropriate shoes for class.
Private Lessons
Private lessons will be coordinated with the director ONLY. Once an appointment for a private lesson has been made, if it needs to be cancelled, notification must be given at least 24 hours prior. Privates are paid to Ms.Joi, prior to the session.
COMPETITION TEAM
We encourage students to audition for the competition team their second year with DFJDC. Students are picked based on technique, stage presence, and very importantly commitment.
Team members represent the school and as such, we expect them to act and look their best during the regular school year and in any event where they perform. This includes wearing the appropriate dance attire when attending class as well as keeping their hair pulled back. We also pride ourselves for carrying ourselves professionally in the studio and out the studio.
GOOD attendance is expected of the Competition Team and there will be penalties for those team members absent without a valid excuse. Only cases of an extreme emergency nature will be considered as a valid excuse. Team members are required to take certain classes on a weekly basis.