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Everything from how much classes cost, important calendar dates, and class requirements, this page will inform you as you start your journey at SDC!
Spring Registration and Tuition Information
When does Spring registration open?
Saturday, November 22nd for returning students
Monday, November 24th for new students
Spring registration cost:
The Spring registration fee is $15 per student.
The maximum registration fee per family, regardless of the number of children, is $30.
Tuition cost per hour:
Tuition will be charged based on the number of hours students are enrolled in.
Families with multiple children registered will receive a discount of 5%
To view the specific tuition rates per hour, please refer to our tuition chart available here.
Semester duration:
The Spring semester consists of 15 full weeks of classes.
Monthly installment plan:
The total cost for the semester will be divided and spread across four months.
Tuition payments will be collected on the first Monday of each month (February-May).
The installment dates for the Spring semester are as follows:
February 2nd
March 2nd
April 6th
May 4th
Non-refundable tuition:
Please note that all tuition payments are non-refundable.
Dropped Class Policy:
For every class dropped after Monday, February 2nd, you will be charged a non-refundable fee of $70. This fee maxes out after 3 classes.
Examples:
2 Classes dropped: 2 classes x 70 = $140 drop fee
4 Classes dropped: 3 classes x $70 = $210 drop fee (only 3 are charged)
Recital:
There will be no recital for the 2025/26 dance year. Recital will occur in the Spring semester of every other year (off 2026, on 2027), and is optional for students.
We hope this simplified breakdown of the Spring registration costs and tuition information helps you with the registration process. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to having you and your family join us for an exciting semester of dance!
Important Dates
Spring Performance: The Snow Queen
May 15th - 17th (For those participating)
Simplified Schedule for Fall Semester 2025-26:
Classes run for 15 weeks
Start: January 19th
End: May 23rd
Scheduled Breaks (no classes):
Spring Break: March 30th - April 11th
Performance Week: May 11th - 16th
Parent Observation Week:
March 23rd - 28th
Last week of classes:
May 18th - 23rd
Makeup Week (as needed):
May 26th - 29th
Please note that you can also view the calendar on the parent portal for more information.
Current Semester: Remaining Dates
Fall 2025
Thanksgiving Break: November 24th - 29th
Final Tuition Installment: December 8th
Parent Observation Week: December 15th - 20th
Winter Break: December 22nd - January 3rd
Last Week of Classes: January 5th - 10th
Make-up Week: January 12th - 17th
Required Classes
(pre-professional levels)
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Levels A2 & B
• At least 2 ballet technique classes
• At least 1 modern or contemporary class
• Optional: Pointe 1/Pre-Pointe, Jazz
These are the minimum required classes, we recommend taking as many classes at your level as possible.
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Level C
• At least 2 ballet technique classes
• Contemporary with Emmanuel on Tuesdays
• Jazz/Hip hop on Mondays strongly recommended!
• Pointe II recommended for dancers en pointe.
These are the minimum required classes, we recommend taking as many classes at your level as possible.
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Level D
• At least 3 ballet technique classes
• Contemporary with Emmanuel on Tuesdays
• Jazz/Hip hop on Mondays strongly recommended
• Pointe III recommended for dancers en pointe
These are the minimum required classes, we recommend taking as many classes at your level as possible.