PUNCHFRONT DANCE CODE OF CONDUCT

  1. All students are expected to be on time for class.
  2. All students are expected to be prepared for class.
  3. All students are expected to be consistent in class attendance.
  4. All students are expected to respect and abide by PunchFront Dance Studio’s rules
  5. Honesty and integrity are expected.
  6. All students must be courteous to instructors, guest teachers, PunchFront staff, and fellow dancers.
  7. All students must abide by the dress code. Recreational and company dancers are required to wear the specified dress code during all classes and rehearsals.
  8. Any type of bullying and harassing of fellow dancers is not tolerated. This goes for both inside the studio and outside the studio.
  9. Purposefully distracting fellow dancers during classes and rehearsals is not tolerated
  10. No gum, food, or drinks are allowed in the studio (only water bottles are allowed in the studio). Students who have time for snack breaks can eat in the lobby of the PunchFront facility or outside. Please clean up after yourself and remind others to do the same.

It is a privilege to participate in classes, performances, and competitions. One’s behavior must always emulate that privilege!

Registering for classes at PunchFront Dance Studio means that you agree to the above code of conduct.

If any of the above code of conduct requirements and expectations are unclear or concerning, please email Miss Molly at molly.punchfront@gmail.com

punchfront dance studio attendance policy

regular attendance: The word ‘DANCE’ just so happens to be in the word “ATTENDANCE!” Attendance is a crucial part of dance education. Being consistent in attendance plays a big role in a dancer’s advancement. With poor attendance, dancers are more likely to have poor training which can lead to frustrations and injuries. Missing classes can be discouraging and often it is difficult to find the time to catch up. it is expected and highly recommended that all dancers are present in their weekly dance classes. continual absence in weekly classes may result in removal from all or some recital pieces (if you do not know the piece, you will not be in it).

TARDINESS: IF a student arrives more than 5 minutes after the start of the class, they miss warm-up and run the risk of injury due to improper stretching. a student who arrives more than 10 minutes after the start of the class may be asked to observe class rather than participate. this is not to be viewed as a punishment for the student, but as a safety precaution. please plan to be at punchfront with adequate time to dress so that you will be in the studio on time to start class.

CLASS SIZE

there are size limitations for each class in order to ensure that students receive quality dance education. class size must be at least 3 students enrolled in order for the classes to run. if a class is cancelled due to enrollment issues, then a full refund will be issued.

dress code

all punchfront dance studio students must adhere to the studio dress code for all classes. this information can be found under the “what to wear/studio dress code” tab.

Cellphone use

no cellphones are allowed in the dance studio. students may leave their cellphones with their other belongings in the cubbies in the parent viewing room. this is to limit distractions during class time.

for parents

  1. please label all of your child’s belongings (shoes, leotards, bags, etc.)
  2. please make sure your child (especially younger dancers ages 3-7) has used the restroom prior to class
  3. please make sure the studio has an up to date and valid email address for you. important information and updates will be sent out via email throughout the year
  4. please make sure you are part of our band group. important information and updates will be sent out via email throughout the year. email molly.punchfront@gmail.com to receive the link!
  5. please be sure to familiarize yourself with all studio policies, dress codes, events, the calendar, weekly schedule, tuition/registration, and recital information.
  6. please be sure to pick your child up at the end of class. punchfront dance teachers are not responsible for watching your child once their class has ended. students are allowed to wait for their parent in the punchfront lobby and/or parent viewing room.

accounts & payment information

AUTo-payments: All dance families will be required to keep a bank card on file and enroll in tuition auto-pay. Auto-pay will withdraw monthly payments on the 5th of each month. Families may pay monthly tuition by check if they choose, however, this MUST be paid prior to the 5th, or auto-pay will be run. No exceptions. There will be a convenience fee for all cards and a convenience fee for bank accounts. If payment is declined, you will receive a courtesy notice email and will have 3 days to make your payment. If the payment is not paid, your account will incur a late fee of $20. There will be a recurring charge of $5 per day until the tuition payment and late fee is paid. Dancers may be asked to not attend class until payment is made. 

online accounts/parent portal: Every family will be required to register an online account through Dance Studio Pro. This account allows all parents to make payments, register for classes, obtain transaction records and access their monthly tuition and other fees. This link can be found on our website, or here. Tuition is charged monthly in 10 equal payments august-May. Tuition will be posted on the 20th of the month prior and due by the 5th. Tuition is non-refundable. 

registration: All class registration for the 2025-2027 season will be done online, via Dance Studio Pro. there is no registration fee for punchfront dance studio dancers/families. punchfront dance company members will be charged a REGISTRATION fee. more info about fees/tuition go to the studio fee/tuition info tab.