Regulations

Enrollment Policies

Registration:

• A non-refundable $25.00 registration fee per student is due with annual registration. This secures your place in class.
• Trial class is $18.00.

Enrollment:

• The International School of Classical Ballet enrollment policy is based on two semesters of nineteen weeks each. Students are required to enroll for the entire semester. Holidays have been figured into tuition fees.
• Students may substitute one class for another at any time.
• Students needing to withdraw or drop due to unforeseen circumstances (moving or medical necessities) are asked to notify the Artistic Director at least two weeks in advance. Tuition refund will be discussed at that time and negotiated on an individual basis.

Refunds/Make-ups:

• Classes are not transferable.
• There are no refunds for classes missed. Students may take a make-up class in the same or lower level or another type of dance class.
• Missed classes must be made up during the same semester.
• In case of planned absences, make-up lessons may be taken prior to the absence.
• Make-up classes may not be taken during Observation Weeks.
• Students withdrawing for medical reasons may receive credit for future classes with a doctor's written statement.

Tuition:

• Tuition is based on the total number of classes taken per week during a 19-week semester. Payment can be made either by month or full semester. Monthly payments are 1/5 of total semester tuition.
• Tuition paid monthly is due on the first of each month. For Pre-Ballet, Beginning Ballet, and Preparatory Ballet, tuition is based on a quarter plan (check due dates with office).
• Payment options include check, money order, and MC or Visa credit card. Tuition may be paid at the school, left at the school drop-off box or mailed to 507 Sixth Street South, Kirkland, WA 98033, or you may arrange auto payments with your bank bill paying service.
• Accounts will be considered delinquent 5 days past the payment due date. Please add a late fee of $25.00 after that date.
• There is a $25.00 handling fee for returned checks.

School Policies

Attendance:

• Progress is dependent upon consistent attendance and dedicated effort. Students and their families are asked to report absences to the school prior to class time.
• Attendance will be taken at every class to help instructors properly measure each student's progress. Part of every student's success depends on arriving at the school with sufficient time to be properly prepared for class. Lack of proper warm-up can cause the class to begin late, result in decreased physical dexterity and lack of focus, and lead to possible injury. Students more then 15 minutes late to any class will be asked to sit and observe.
• Attendance to classes is not mandatory; however, it is important to understand that advancement in the school's classes is based on individual improvement. While it is not a requirement to take the recommended number of classes per week, taking fewer classes will result in slower progress and longer periods between promotions to the next level.

Observation:

• Family and friends of students are invited to observe classes as scheduled throughout the year (see school calendar). Visitors from out of town may observe classes at any time by making arrangements with the instructor.

Etiquette:

• The International School of Classical Ballet should be considered a place of respect. Upon entering the building, all persons are asked to behave in a disciplined, responsible manner.
• All staff and faculty members are to be addressed by a title (Mr., Miss, etc.). Students are requested to personally thank their instructor and accompanist (if present) after each class.

Food and Drink:

• Food and drinks, except covered water bottles, will not be allowed in the classroom. The dressing room is to be kept clean and neat at all times. Do not leave anything overnight in the building.

Attire:

• The dress code is strictly enforced.
• ISCB recommends its students shop at:
  The Dancewear Center
  8425 122nd Ave NE
  Kirkland, WA 98033
  425-827-6343

Dress Code

Regulation attire is enforced. Hair must be pulled back in a bun and neatly secured for all ballet classes. NO jewelry may be worn during class. All dance clothing is similar. It is recommended that all dance gear be marked with name or initials.

Pre-Ballet/Tap, Beginning Ballet/Tap, Preparatory Ballet/Tap (Ages 3-6)

Girls: Pink leotard, tights and shoes, and tap shoes (no skirts allowed)
Boys: White T-shirt or leotard, black tights, white socks and shoes, and tap shoes

Classical Dance - Ballet I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII and Pointe

Girls: Regulation leotard as indicated, pink regulation tights and shoes, and pointe shoes as needed

See Mirella leotards at: http://www.mirella-dance.com/color_chart.html
Boys - Black tights, white leotard, socks, ballet shoes (black shoes OK) and dance belt

Variations, Men's Class and Pas De Deux:

Girls - Appropriate leotard, pink regulation tights, pink pointe shoes (skirt optional)
Boys - Black tights, white leotard and socks, black ballet shoes

Dance for Boys

Boys - White leotard or T-shirt, black tights, white socks and shoes

Character Dance (all levels):

Girls - Regulation leotard, pink regulation tights, black character skirt, black character shoes
Boys - Black tights, white T-shirt and socks, black character shoes

Theatre Dance (all levels)

Girls and boys - Same clothing as for Character Dance, but also have jazz shoes available

Modern and Mat & Stretch (all levels):

Girls - Regulation leotard, pink regulation tight with open foot, rolled up and bare feet
Boys - Black tights with open foot, white shirt and bare feet

Tap Dance (all levels):

Girls - Regulation leotard, black jazz pants, flat tap shoes
Boys - Black T-shirt, black jazz pants, flat tap shoes

Jazz Dance (all levels):

Girls - Regulation leotard, black jazz pants, black jazz shoes
Boys - Black T-shirt, black jazz pants, black jazz shoes

Ballroom/Latin Dance

Girls and boys - Street clothes with indoor-only shoes

"Into the Arts"

Girls - leotard (color of choice), pink regulation tights and shoes and tap shoes (skirt optional)
Boys - T-shirt, leggings, black shoes, and tap shoes