General policies

Classes, under the direction of Therese Wendler and Alyssa Schoenfeld, strive to nurture a love for dance and movement while training the body in classical ballet technique appropriate to each student’s development. Opportunities to perform in productions and other events are also scheduled. Classes are offered to girls and boys age two and a half and up, as well as adults. Students are placed according to age and ability. Ask us about scholarships for boys.

Attendance

As ballet is both a physical discipline and an art form, regular attendance is of the utmost importance.

• Missed classes, whether due to illness or holidays, may be made up during the current session.
• Please let the school or instructor know about absences and arrange a make-up time.
• Please be prompt. Students arriving late may be asked to watch rather than participate.
• Parents and family may watch class on Open House days.
• Instructors welcome questions about a student’s progress, but class time is limited, so please call if possible. Phone numbers are available from the school office at 808-735-6553.

Conduct

• All students must be in good health and able to fully participate in class.
• Students are expected to conduct themselves so that a positive learning environment is maintained in the studio.
• Gum chewing, sitting, unnecessary talking or disruptive behavior may result in a student being asked to leave class.
• No food or drinks in the studio, dressing room or office.
• Please keep the studio and waiting area free of litter.

Dress code

Wee Dance

Dancers and caregivers: comfortable clothing, hair up out of the face. Ballet shoes are optional.

Keikidance

Hair in a ponytail, braids or a bun, up out of the face.

• Option 1: pink leotard and leather ballet slippers (tights and skirts optional).
• Option 2: black or white ballet slippers, T-shirt tucked into shorts.

Pre-Ballet

Long hair in a bun; short hair out of the face.

• Option 1: pink leotard, tights and pink leather ballet slippers (skirts optional).
• Option 2: T-shirt tucked into black shorts, black or white leather ballet slippers.

Ballet 1 and higher

Long hair in a bun; short hair out of the face.

• Option 1: pink tights, ballet slippers and the leotard color for your level: Ballet 1 lavender, Ballet 2 turquoise, Ballet 3 maroon/burgundy, Ballet 4–5 black (any color or print on Saturdays only).
• Option 2: white T-shirt or a solid T-shirt matching your level, tucked into black shorts or leggings, with black or white ballet slippers.

Jazz 1, 2 and 3

Black leotard or a fitted solid-color top; tights, black leggings or black bike shorts; ballet slippers.

Adults

Ballet or workout clothing (form-fitting preferred) with ballet slippers, jazz shoes or half-soles. Socks are fine for your first class (no fabric softener, please).

Please remember

• No jewelry or watches at any level.
• Undergarments, if worn, must be fully covered by the leotard.
• Black skirts are optional for Ballet 3 and up.
• Step-N-Up Hawaii in Waipahu (808-773-5177) has the best selection of dance attire.

Tuition

Tuition is paid in advance. There is a $20 processing fee for returned checks. Refunds are allowed only in case of prolonged illness.

Adult classes

Adult classes are ongoing and drop-in. Register online before your class starts. This keeps attendance accurate and makes sure instructors are paid correctly. There is a $5 late fee for anyone who doesn’t register online before class starts.