FEBRUARY NEWS 

We are open for class on Presidents Day, Monday, February 20th

LAST CHANCE TO ORDER COSTUMES! Costume deposits are due no later than February 25th. Price: $80 Child Size and $90 Teen/Adult Size.

Includes Recital tee shirt worn for the finale dance.

WE ARE ACCEPTING STUDENTS up through February. Please call or come in to see what classes are available for new students.

BENEFIT SHOWCASE   Our competitive soloists, duets, & groups will be presenting a benefit showcase with 75% of all proceeds donated to the

Make-A-Wish foundation. Date: Friday, February 24th. To be held at Ohlone College ~ Smith Center Theatre. Tickets on sale at our office for $15 general admission. Come out and support our dancers and a great cause! Tickets will also be on sale day of show at the theatre.

CLASS PLACEMENTS Your class placements are based on evaluations and recommendations from your teachers. Please make every effort to attend the classes you have been assigned.When you register for classes it is with the intention that you are committed to the entire season September to June. If you would like to add or change your schedule, please visit the office, call, or email and we will respond within 24 hours. As we begin the new season our goal is to ensure that students are placed correctly; there may be changes as we see fit. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we determine this.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES Regular weekly attendance is absolutely essential. Proper dress code, hair secured away from face, and dance shoes are required. We sell the dance attire needed for your classes. NEW We now have custom made leotards, shorts, biketards, capris & skirts that will be on sale and will be required to wear to class as of January 2012. Please arrive on time for class. Have a good attitude and show respect for your teacher. If you are ill, please call in your absence. No food or drinks, except water are permitted in the dance room. Please be courteous when waiting in the lobby between classes.

COMPETITION STUDENTS We are looking forward to another awesome season with all of you and are ready to take you to the next level of competition. Please note that you have been placed in your team class as well as your ballet and leaps & turns class. We recommend 2 ballet classes (ballet or ballet technique) as there is minimal progress without technique classes. We also offer stretch & strength to enhance your technique. Note that hip hop students are not required to take ballet but it is always recommended.

Competition Calendar has been handed out to all students & contracts are returned to the office.

ZUMBA FITNESS FOR ADULTS with Certified instructor, Nadia Liu

Classes offered on:

• MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY 10:00-11:00am
• MONDAY & FRIDAY 7:30-8:30pm
  Ditch the workout, join the party! $8 in advance, $10 at time of class. Bring water bottle and a towel.

SAVE THE DATE!

34th Annual Recital "Under The Big Top", is Saturday, June 23rd, 2012 at Chabot College, Hayward.

Dress Rehearsal is Thursday, June 21st @ Chabot.

Pictures are Thursday & Friday, June 7th & 8th at MDPA.

Dress Code Please remember to adhere to the required dress code for your class. We have in stock tights and shoes required for class.

All classes require studio uniform with the exception of hip hop. Sample sizes to try on & order forms located in the lobby.

Once you place your order you will receive within 2 weeks.

Active Wear We carry tee shirts, jackets, jerseys, sweatshirts, & more. Please see display case located in the lobby.

Kinder Students
Please remember to write your first and last name on both your tap and ballet shoes. This will avoid confusion and make the transition between shoes easier.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Regular attendance is absolutely essential. Proper dress code and dance shoes are required. Please be on time. Have a good attitude & show respect for your teacher. If you are ill, please call in your absence. No food or drinks, except water are allowed in dance rooms. Please be courteous when waiting in the lobby in between classes.

STUDIO CALENDAR~NEWSLETTERS
Newsletters & announcements are handed out in class, posted on bulletin boards in lobby and on our website.www.missiondancefremont.com. If you are absent it is your responsibility to stay informed of what’s happening.
TUITION is due the first lesson of each month. ***It is considered late if you pay after the 15th of the month
1 hour weekly - $65.00 monthly (per person)             5% discount for 2nd family member

2 hours weekly - $105.00 monthly (per person)         10% discount for 3rd family member
3 hours weekly - $140.00 monthly (per person)         15% discount for 4 or more

4 hours weekly - $160.00 monthly (per person)        

5 hours weekly - $180.00 monthly (per person)         Drop-In Class - $18.00

6 hours weekly - $200.00 monthly (per person)         Private lesson - $40.00 per 1/2 hour
Add $20.00 for each additional hour                         

One time $30 registration fee for new students.

LATE FEES**A $15. late fee will be charged to tuition if you pay after the 15th of the month.

We do not bill you, it is your responsibility to pay on time. We send statements only if you are delinquet.Monthly fees are pro-rated and based on a 10 month season, September - June and not on how many lessons per month. Tuition remains the

same each month regardless of holidays and studio closureThere are no refunds for missed lessons due to illness or out of town

WITHDRAWAL FROM CLASS

If you decide to withdrawal from class, you must give a one month notice in writing or email to missiondance@sbcglobal.net to the office

prior to withdrawal.
OFFICE HOURS
We are in the office Monday to Friday from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

We are committed to offering our students the highest degree of quality dance instruction, personal development, achievement, and enjoyment.

"YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD DANCE STUDIO" DOING BUSINESS IN MISSION SAN JOSE "SINCE 1978"

42068 Osgood Rd. (510) 651-2783 / fax-(510) 651-5674 / e-mail: missiondance@sbcglobal.net