THE DANCE INSTITUTE

Serving Markham, Richmond Hill, Thornhill  area, ages 3-17.

We specialize in  Ballet and Pointe (Cecchetti Method),  Hip Hop,  Jazz,  Musical Theatre,  Lyrical,  Tap,  Acro and Contemporary.

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TDI Dance School Policies

It is important to please check the website regularly to keep updated and informed on all news & events throughout the School year.

ANNUAL YEAR END PERFORMANCE/RECITAL

The Dance Institute is proud to present its end of the year production at the Flato Markham Theatre for Performing Arts. As Dance is a performing art, ALL students participate in this production to enhance their training and performance experience. There are no rehearsal fees for the recital.

Tickets will go on sale in May. All ticket sales are final, no refunds or exchanges.
The 2024 Annual Year End Performance will be in June. The actual day id to be determined.

Students are required to attend all classes in proper dance attire. Hair should always be neat, tidy and pulled off the face. For all Ballet classes long hair is to be worn in a bun; in all other classes please wear long hair in a ponytail. Please find specific uniform requirements on the “What To Wear” page.

ATTENDANCE

It is much appreciated if students arrive to class on time, as it is disturbing for students and teachers when students are late. If students are continually late or absent for class we will notify you by phone call to make any necessary changes to your schedule. To achieve success students must make every effort to attend class, especially during the time leading to the Year End performance.

METHOD OF PAYMENT

We accept cash or cheques made out to “TDI Dance” or E-transfer to tdidanceinstitute@gmail.com

TERM 1 payment due Sept 1
TERM 2 payment due Jan 1 along with post dated cheque for TERM 3 dated March 1.

REGISTRATION FEE

A $25.00 non-refundable registration fee is required per family upon annual registration.

FAMILY DISCOUNT

Inquire about our family discounts during registration.

ADMINISTRATION PAYMENTS AND LATE FEES

An administration fee of $30.00 will be charged for all NSF cheques.

Dance fees must be paid in order to attend classes. Students may not be permitted in class if fees are not paid. Payment due date reminders will be posted at the studio and on The Dance Institute website “Announcements” page.

REFUND POLICY

Session fees are non-refundable after the 4TH WEEK of the term. Fees will not be refunded for missed classes or classes taken.

A $25.00 administration fee will be applied to each refund issued.

BAD WEATHER

In the case of a snow storm, please call the studio after 3:00PM (416 434 4443) for a recording on whether classes will be cancelled. The notice will also be posted on the website “Announcements” page by 3:00PM. Parents will not be called.

HOLIDAYS

The Dance Institute will be closed on most regular school holidays…Thanksgiving Monday, Christmas break, Family day, March break, Good Friday and Victoria Day.

Actual dates are posted each year on The Dance Institute website at the Event Calendar page.

FOOD AND DRINK

Except for water bottles, food and drinks are not permitted in the dance studios. The Dance Institute is a nut free facility. Please do not bring any products or snacks that contain nuts into the studio.

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BalletJazzHip HopAcroModernLyricalTap

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