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2024-2025 Tuition Policy

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$45 1X Annual Registration Fee per student.

 

Set tuition pricing, based on a 10 Month calendar. Tuition is the same regardless of holidays, vacations, or how many weeks are in a given month. (Each month your dancer may have 3-5 Classes, depending on calendar year)

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Island Groove Dance Studio generally follows the Monroe County School Calendar (You will be notified of any None Class Days in advance)

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Your first month's tuition is covered when you register. Auto Pay is active September 1st - May 1st.

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Auto Pay runs the 1st of every month. Please have a valid card on file under your Auto Pay Payment Settings.

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Auto Pay is not active during the Summer Months (June-August)

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* IGD Classes are DROP-OFF ONLY, excluding the Little Groovers Program. Parents are welcome to enjoy the patio seating area during lessons.

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Payment

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First pay period tuition and registration fees are due at enrollment. Once enrolled, the student’s place is held in their applicable classes for the full season. Tuition and fees will be posted online in the IGD Parent Portal, where they can be paid for via convenient account management tools. The preferred payment option will be automatic payment via credit card, but other payment options will include cash, check, or credit card in person, by mail, or over the phone.

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Late Fees: 

• There is a $15 late fee charge if tuition is not paid by the 8th of the month. 

• For every additional week unpaid, there will be an additional $15 late fee charge to your account.

• Not paying an entire month will results in a new registration fee charge($35) after paying your unpaid balance to rejoin the season. 

• NO REFUNDS

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Returned Checks:

• $35 Fee

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Showcase Recitals

 

 

KEY WEST HOLIDAY PARADE (Participation is optional):

$55 Per Family (covers 1 costume & candy contribution) + $20 per additional dancer/sibling needing a costume

 

DANCAPALOOZA SHOWCASE (participation is optional):

COSTUME FEE: $75-$100 PER STUDENT/PER CLASS

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PERFORMANCE FEE: $100 (4 $25 INSTALLMENTS FEB-MAY)

INCLUDES:

- RECITAL FEE (EXTRA REHEARSALS ETC.)

- RECITAL T-SHIRT

- MEDIA (SHOW VIDEO + PHOTOS)

- SHOW PROGRAM

- PARTICIPATION TROPHY

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Cancellation Policy

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Written request for dropped classes must be submitted 14 days before next pay period. No refunds will be given mid-session.

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Make-Up Classes

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Classes can be made up within 4 weeks of the missed date in any style (age-appropriate) or by approval. There will be no credit for missed classes. Consistent attendance is important to a student’s growth as well as to the curriculum of the entire class. If your dancer will be missing, please call the studio to inform of absence.

 

 

DRESS CODE

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Island Groove Studio strives to bring excellence into each of its classes. Being uniform & prepared gives the students a sense of responsibility and organization. We believe that when dancers dress for success they start the process for achieving greatness.  Always be sure your IG student has a WATER for class. If a child is in need of an in studio bottled water(for purchase only), they must bring a $1. Otherwise, a $1.50 will be charged to your Parent Portal account.  Please review our Dress code carefully! 

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All class attire will be available for purchase from Island Groove! Stay tuned for more info.  

(Small ear studs are the only acceptable jewelry.)

 

LYRICAL:

Blk leggings/shorts

Blk leotard/sports bra

Nude turn shoes

Ponytail or Bun

(No loose hairs or whispies)

 

ACRO DANCE & TUMBLE:

Blk leotard/sports bra

Blk IGD shorts/leggings

Barefoot

Hair slicked back in low ponytail/bun

(No loose hairs or whispies)

For performance: Nude/tan Convertible tights

 

BALLET/TAP:

Lavender Leo Dress

Ballet Pink Tights

Pink Ballet Shoes

Black Tap Shoes

Hair slicked back in a high bun

(No loose hairs or whispies)

 

HIP HOP:

Lime Green/Purple/Blk Tshirt or Tank

Blk Shorts/Leggings

Athletic sneakers

Hair slicked back in High Ponytail

 

NINJA FIT: 

IGD BLK Ninja Shirt

Athletic Shorts

Bare feet

Hair slicked back in ponytail

(No loose hairs or whispies)

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MUSICAL THEATER/BROADWAY PRODUCTION:

Blk Leotard/Tank

Blk Leggings/shorts

Blk Jazz shoes

Hair slicked back in low ponytail/bun

(No loose hairs or whispies)

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ANTI-BULLYING POLICY

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Island Groove Dance Studio commits to anti-bullying. We provide a safe and supportive community that fosters a lifelong love for dance and creative expression. In order to guarantee that all of our dancers are able to best pursue their passion, we have implemented a comprehensive Anti-Bullying Policy applicable to all students, dance families, and staff.

Island Groove Dance Studio will not tolerate bullying in any form; physical, emotional, social or otherwise. Since our goal is to empower others and embrace individuality, one documented bullying event may result in immediate termination of enrollment.

As per the policy above, Island Groove Dance Studio recognizes that bullying does not just occur between students. Parents or guardians, who harass another student, parent, or Island Groove staff member, may also have repercussions, which could lead to suspension or termination of student.

Please report all incidents of bullying you experience or witness to our Studio Director immediately.

Call/Text: 305-509-3115

Email: info@islandgroovedance.com

There will be no refunds given if a student is suspended or enrollment is terminated due to a bullying occurrence.

At Island Groove Dance Studio, respect and compassion are two of our core values. Our dancers have a right to learn and develop their art in a positive and respectful environment.

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