Level Placement

Students are initially placed in a class based on their age, prior dance experience and teacher observance or during placement auditions. Brooklyn Ballet’s levels do not necessarily match other dance schools in the area. As children progress physically at different rates, it is not uncommon to have children of different ages in different levels. This is especially true for those who dance more frequently. It is not uncommon for a student to remain in a level for more than one year. After one month of observing the student, this placement may be adjusted. Brooklyn Ballet staff and faculty welcome discussion with parents/guardians regarding a student’s placement and progress.

Faculty and Brooklyn Ballet staff will evaluate students at the close of each semester. Advancement in levels will be the decision of the faculty and staff, based upon the dancer’s ability to be successful in the next class level.

Attendance

• Students are required to arrive at least 5-10 minutes prior to the start of class.
• Regular attendance at class is necessary in order to maintain progress.
• Parents and students should notify the teacher of any foreseen absences.
• If excessive absences occur, teachers reserve the right to not allow a child to perform in the Student Showcase.

Tardiness

• Students will not be allowed in class if more than 10 minutes late.
• For children under the age of 7: If students arrive within 10 minutes of the start of class, the parent and student must wait at the “door” to the studio until the teacher gives permission to enter.

Make-up Classes

• Make-up classes are only allowed in case of illness, and only three make-ups per semester are allowed. Make-up classes are only Monday through Friday, no weekends.
• No make-up classes during March 15th through May 22nd.
• A student may make up a class by attending an additional lower or equal level class.
• Students are required to schedule their make-up classes by calling the Brooklyn Ballet office.

Dress Code Ballet:

Girls

Long hair must be pulled back in a ponytail, braided or pinned up in a bun so hair does not become a distraction.

• Pink Ballet slippers are required.
• All students must be in full dress code.

Pre-Ballet I & II: pink leotard, pink tights. (Short pink skirt optional)
Elementary Ballet I & II: light blue leotard, pink tights.
Ballet I: lavender leotard, pink tights.
Ballet II: royal blue leotard, pink tights.
Ballet III & IV: black leotard, pink tights.

Boys

White 1/2 sleeve shirt, black tights, white socks and white ballet slippers.

For other dance classes, please consult with the instructor.

Dress Code Modern/Jazz/Tumbling

Girls:

• Any solid color leotard and tights/leggings.
• Black jazz shoes for all level Jazz Classes.
• Bare feet for Modern and Tumbling.
• All hair must be pulled back away from the face.

Boys:

• Any form-fitting clothing.
• Black jazz shoes for all level Jazz Classes.
• Bare feet for Modern and Tumbling.

For other dance classes, please consult with the instructor.

Registration/Tuition Policy

Brooklyn Ballet has two semesters: (September – January & February – June). Tuition must be paid in full, on or before the first day of class.

There are two ways to register:

1. Register and pay online. You will receive an email confirming your registration and payment. A registration form must be filled out in the studio by all parents/guardians for each student.
2. Pick up a form at Brooklyn Ballet and pay in person, or mail a check made out to Brooklyn Ballet to:

   Brooklyn Ballet
   160 Schermerhorn Street
   Brooklyn, NY  11201

Registration Fee: An annual $20 fee is included in the registration for processing.

Late Fee: A late fee of $15 will be added to your tuition after two weeks from the start date of the semester. If there are special circumstances, please call the Brooklyn Ballet office directly.

All returned checks are assessed a $30 fee.

Brooklyn Ballet does not administer refunds. In extreme circumstances, if a student has missed 6 or more classes, an allowance can be transferred over to the next semester.

Restroom Policy - Students are not permitted to go to the restroom alone.

• Students ten years old and under will be accompanied to the restroom in the hall by an adult.
• Students eleven years old and up will use the “buddy system.”
• All students should use the restroom before class. Bathroom breaks during class are for emergency situations only.

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