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Studio House Policies
Please take a moment to review these studio policies {revised July 2024}. Hereafter, policies apply only to dance students:
STUDIO DRESS CODE
Where to Purchase Dancewear and Shoes? An array of quality Dancewear may be obtained through MarLo Dance Studio! We recommend that you allow us to professionally fit your dancer/yourself at one of our open houses. Dates & Times Here.
Dress Code - Boys | |
Creative Movement, Ballet, Jazz | Snug white short sleeve T-shirt. Appropriate black dance shoes. Black bike style shorts, leggings, or mens tights (ballet). Young men, dance belt. |
Hip Hop/Tap | Studio logo T-shirt, solid black long athletic pants, or leggings. Black tap boots/ dance sneakers purchased through the studio or pre-approved by instructor. |
Dress Code - Girls | |
Creative Movement | Hair: Away from face pigtails, braids, ponytail are all acceptable. All Classes: Pastel Leotard, pink tights, stringless pink ballet slippers. No costumes or tutus. Creative Movement 4: add black Maryjane buckle tap shoes. No ties. Optional: Single layer chiffon skirt maximum 10", approved pastel shrug. |
Ballet/Jazz/Contemporay Levels 1-8 | Hair: All hair in a bun; short bangs okay. Short hair; a plain headband. All hair off neck. All: Solid black leotard. Ballet: Pink ballet slippers & pink tights, . Optional chiffon skirt (finger tip length or shorter), snug pink leg-warmers, snug black shrug. No street wear. Jazz: Tan jazz boot shoe, solid black leggings or spandex shorts. Contemporary: Thin crew socks, solid black leggings or spandex shorts. |
Tap Levels 1-7 | Hair: Away from face. Level 1-3: Black leotard. Revolution brand buckle tap shoe (no ties please!) Bottoms may be: tan tights, solid black spandex shorts, leggings or pink tights if ballet class is on same day as student's tap class. Adults & Level 4-7: May choose above or opt for solid black tee or studio logo shirt with black pant, black tap oxford. Recommend Bloch, Capezio, or Leos brands. See link below. |
Hip Hop Levels 1-4 | Hair: Away from face. All: Studio Logo T-shirt, solid black athletic sport pants or stretch shorts (no jeans), Dance sneakers purchased through the studio or pre-approved by instructor. |
You can also obtain dancewear through www.discountdance.com {Use code TP26659}.
| "MarLo dance has been a sweet blessing to our family! Through the classes offered to our daughter, thus far, we have seen her become more positive and her confidence has grown! She's developed a strong passion for dancing and is eager to climb up the ladder of dance classes offered at MarLo. She looks forward to the shows that MarLo puts on; they really are a wonderful highlight in our community. Seeing our daughter dance brings our family much joy; and knowing that she is learning in a safe and healthy environment makes it that much more rewarding!" Regina S. {Parent} |
ANNUAL MAY PERFORMANCE
Student Participation — MarLo is a performing arts school. Every May, a professionally staged production will be produced. Participation is expected with the exception of adult students, who are welcomed and encouraged, but not required. Typically 6 performances are presented at the Sprague Theater. Young children will be scheduled for half of the performances.
Parent Participation — Parents of children up through 8th grade agree that by enrolling their child, they will help with their child's class during one of the performances for that year. If there are 2 children in the family, then they will help with 2 performances. This creates a safe and organized atmosphere for the students when not on stage, and it also allows every parent the opportunity to relax and watch at least one performance. Sign-ups are posted after spring break. All positions are on a first come basis. As much as we would like, we cannot guarantee date preferences. As a special thank you, all behind the scenes parents are gifted an extra FREE ticket coupon.
Mandatory Rehearsals — Each class will be asked to attend 4 special theater rehearsals (Blocking, Run-Thru, and two Technical/Dress) the last two weeks before the performance weekend. Participation in the Production is dependent upon each dancer attending all theater rehearsals.
Failure to be present at these rehearsals may result in disqualification from the production. Serious illness or family emergency will be considered. However, an instructor must be notified within 24 hours. For those new to the performing arts, this requirement is necessary to adequately prepare the dancer and their class for public presentation as well as maintaining fairness to the entire cast. Detailed Schedule released in February. View Studio Calendar.
Costume Fees — A $25 (per class) non-refundable deposit will be billed in November.
The balance of the costume(s) will be billed January 10th. Families with 3 or more costumes may contact the studio to split over a two-month period. Please make your request by email prior to January 10th.
Adults students have option to perform. They are not part of the automatic costume fees.
Approximate Wholesale Costume Costs
Creative Movement: $65
All other levels: $75-85
Note: Manufacturers charge additional fees for XL costumes.
Rental Costumes are used when available: $20-$35.
Costumes are projected to be passed out by the 2nd week of April. Accounts that have a balance (costume, tuition, late fees, etc.) will receive costumes after account is made current. Some costumes will need to be altered (at your own expense).
Recital Tickets
Every account will receive through email, complimentary discounted ticket coupons based on number of classes taken:
1-2 classes = 2 discounted ticket coupons
3-4 classes = 3 discounted ticket coupons
5 or more classes = 4 discounted ticket coupons
Tickets will be available in April. Accounts that have a balance (costume, tuition, late fees, etc.) will receive complimentary discounted ticket coupons after account is current. Ticket Coupons do not cover convenience fees of the ticket handler. Complimentary tickets are not an industry standard, but another aspect that makes MDS a family friendly studio.
CLASS PLACEMENT
Progression — Tempo of progression will be determined by number of classes taken (i.e. 1 hour versus 5 hours weekly), regular attendance, classroom effort, and home practice. Every student should expect each level to take 2-4 years. As professionals, we are carefully watching each individual's progress. Premature advancement harms the dancer's technique and possibly promotes unnecessary injury. Technique is not instantaneous. Dancers who love the art learn to be patient and self-disciplined.
Note: Creative Movement through Level 1 are assigned by age/grade.
General Guidelines for Level Progressions Beyond the Creative Movement
Beginning — 0-4 years training
Intermediate — 3-7 years training
Advanced — 6+ years training
Jazz, Contemporary, Pointe — Age of the student and years of training are not indicators of a students readiness for pointe jazz or contemporary. Physical strength, classroom maturity along with solid balletic posture, alignment, and consistent technique are required. Students with these goals will be enrolled and faithfully attending ballet twice weekly for jazz and pointe/contemporary, three times weekly. We use the Perfect Pointe System as a baseline for evaluating student readiness for pointe work. MDS Ballet & Pointe Program
OBSERVATION & VISITORS
Observation — In order to maintain class structure and discipline, parent observation is limited to the window in the door between the studio and the waiting room. The last week before Christmas break parents are welcome to quietly visit any of their child's classes in progress. Creative Movement classes will have a designated time and mini-presentation.
Visitors — A friend may visit a class one time. For the comfort of the other students, the visitor will have the opportunity to participate. Pre-arrange with the instructor. Non-enrolled friends/siblings may not "hang-out" unsupervised at the studio. Please make other child care arrangements.
COMMUNICATION
TEXT- Group studio reminders are sent out regularly. They may include info regarding a holiday, workshop, class opening, or weather closure. Be sure to notify us if you change your cell number.
Newsletters — Quarterly, there will be an email newsletter. Be sure to notify us if your email changes. The newsletter will have important information including up-coming deadlines, performances, and studio and community news. It is incumbent upon the parent or adult student to avail himself or herself of the newsletter.
Who to Talk to and When?
Ms. Maria (Director/Owner) 541-252-1394 marlo@marlodance.com
Questions about studio policy, enrollment, or billing.
Miss Faith (Studio Manager/Instructor) 541-294-7276 faithslaterMDS@gmail.com
Questions about class placement, absences, day to day misc.
Miss Gracie 541-294-5295
CLASS ATTENDANCE
NEW! You can now use your parent portal to let us know if your child will miss a class! Texting your instructor directly is still option, but please, let us know.
Attendance is so important to getting the full benefit of the dance experience. If a student misses 2 classes in a month, they have lost 50% of their training for that month.
Three unexcused absences in a 5 week period will likely put the student so far behind, catching up is unlikely. We don't want that to happen to your dancer. MDS staff are very committed to every student to help them in every way to have the most joyful dance experience possible. We want to hear from our parents with any concerns you may have.
