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Studio Policies
Please review our studio policies and rules outlined below:
Class Commitment
School year is divided into two sessions:
September 7 – January 21 and January 24 – May 14
The educational process is based on the annual program, so students (and parents) are obliged to enroll throughout the school year.
Spring Recital is a part of the year curriculum, and all students level 2-6 are required to participate in this performance.
Tuition and Fees
- When enrolling in a class, you undertake and agree to pay tuition for the FULL academic year, regardless of whether you choose to pay for the year in full or make quarterly payments.
- Pre-Ballet families agree to pay for the full session during registration.
- All accounts must be current so that dancers can participate in classes or performances.
- Tuition is due in full, on the first day of Fall session. January 25 for the Spring session.
- Fees for Auditions or Masters classes are due on the day of the audition or class.
- Families with two or more children attending MBS receive a 3% tuition discount for 2 children and 5% discount 3 children enrolled.
- 10% tuition discount applies when paid for full year.
- You may register online.
Liquidated Damages
This Agreement constitutes an unconditional contractual obligation to pay for the entire course of academic year of the MBS. You understand that, relying on its contractual obligation, the MBS, in turn, takes on contractual obligations with respect to teachers and staff, the rental of premises and equipment, as well as the procurement of materials, supplies and other items or services necessary to fulfill the Agreement on enrollment.
Performances and Competitions
- There is a $175 participation fee for each production make by Minnesota Ballet Theatre (which students have the option to participate in) and $75 participation fee for Spring Recital. The participation fee is non-refundable if the student chooses to quit a production after rehearsals have begun.
- Students must be enrolled for the entire class session in order to participate in MBT productions for example: Halloween-Fall, Nutcracker-Winter, Peter & the Wolf and Carnival-Spring.
- Students can apply to compete in local and regional competitions. Competition training costs, rehearsal schedule, and terms of competition are to be decided between Directors and parents.
Refunds
MBS follows a No Refund Policy: tuition and fees are non refundable and non transferable. A full refund will be granted if MBS is to cancel the class and a virtual class is not offered. There are no refunds for partially attended sessions. Before registering your child, please make sure the class will fit your schedule and your child wants to dance. Please contact the Director with any questions regarding MBS tuition and policies. Director email: minnesotaballetschool@gmail.com
Late Fees
MBS charges a $35 late fee to all payments received after 5th day of the tuition due date. The fee on all returned checks is $35. Failure to make payments on time may prohibit your child from participating in class.
Dress Code
The dress code for each level of ballet is posted on the MBS website.
https://minnesotaballetschool.com/dress-code
Attendance and Make-up classes
Please contact Kirill Bak in advance of any absences or tardiness. Good attendance is critical to consistent student progress and advancement. Cancelled classes made by MBS can be made up within the same session, in a class of equal or lower level.
- One make-up class available for dancers attends one class a week.
- Two make-up classes available for dancers attend two classes a week.
- Three make-up classes available for dancers attend three classes a week.
- Four make-up classes available for dancers attend four classes a week.
Tardiness
Students should be on time for the beginning of class. Late admittance to class is at the teacher’s discretion. Students that are more than 15 minutes late may be asked to observe class. This is to ensure the students safety and to not disrupt the flow of the class.
Withdrawal
If circumstances require you to withdraw from a class or rehearsal, please fill out a “Withdrawal Form” at the front desk.
An exception
A student may be excluded from the MBS program for reasons such as, but not limited too, poor class attendance and attitude (by the student or parent), unpaid bills, and so on. The student may be subject to consequences for misbehaving in the studio (the studio space includes the classroom, waiting areas, changing room and bathroom). This may include, but is not limited too, removal from MBS, demotion to a lower level. Students who are asked to leave classes temporarily or permanently will not receive a refund or credit.
Class Observation
Classes can be observed at any time thru the viewing windows or on the monitor screens in the waiting room. Parents/Guardians are not allowed into the studio rooms.
Winter Weather
In the chance of inclement weather, MBS will cancel class. We follow Eden Prairie School’s guidelines for school and activity cancellations. The safety of our students and their families is most important. In all cases, please use your best judgment. The Director will notify families by email, and will post on MBS Facebook page.
Student Behavior
All students must behave in a courteous manner towards each other. Disrespect to any staff member or volunteer, or disruptive behavior of any kind could be grounds for dismissal. Good behavior includes arriving on time, being quiet and attentive at all times, respecting rehearsal studios, not littering, and getting along with fellow dancers. Please also remember: no chewing gum beverages or food may be eaten in the studios. Only light snacks may be eaten in the waiting area.
Student Pick Up
Students must be picked up at the ending time of each class or program. After a 15-minute grace period has passed, a $1 per minute fee will be assessed for late pick up. Young children not enrolled in class should not be left unattended.
Minnesota Ballet School does not discriminate in enrollment on the basis of race, religion, gender, age national origin, or sexual orientation. This is a place of business; students/families must conduct themselves in a quiet, controlled, appropriate manner in all areas of the building. Please turn off cell phones.
Young children should not be left unattended. No running. No meals should not be eaten in studio lobby. It is a very small space, and the smells can be distracting to the dancers, especially when they have very long rehearsal days. Healthy snacks encourage for dancers when long rehearsal days if needed (energy bars, fruits are OK). Meals for families should be eaten elsewhere. Also, please remember to clean up after eating snacks and drinking beverages.
Covid-19 Update
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority
We carefully follow government recommendations to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all students and teachers at our facility with an area of 5,000 square feet. We have enough space for supporting the principles of social distancing while on the dance floor. We clean and disinfect our facility between all classes to ensure the safety of our customers.
MBS does its best to create a safe environment for its students. This Health and Safety Plan does not express any guarantees, promises or representations, or does not represent 100% effectiveness against the spread of the disease. It aims to complement the guidelines set forth by the CDC with state and federal authorities, and can be as effective as a formal guide combined with a public willingness to follow.
Risks of Participation:
We have undertaken reasonable steps to lessen the risk of transmission of communicable diseases, including but not limited to, COVID-19, in connection with participation in the activities. Please be aware that participation in the activities carries with it certain inherent risks related to transmission of communicable diseases (“Inherent Risks”) that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid such risks. Inherent Risks may include, but are not limited to, (1) the risk of coming into close contact with individuals or objects that may be carrying a communicable disease; (2) the risk of transmitting or contracting a communicable disease, directly or indirectly, to or from other individuals; and (3) injuries and complications ranging in severity from minor to catastrophic, including death, resulting directly or indirectly from communicable diseases or the treatment thereof.
Mask Requirements:
• If a students has been fully vaccinated, masks are not required in class.
• Unvaccinated people will wear face masks and maintain six feet of distance. This includes all dancers ages 5 and up who are not fully vaccinated.
• Dancers age 3-4 don't have to but strongly recommended wear masks.
• Dancers all ages may choose to wear a face mask.
• Masks are required for all parents vaccinated or not.
In the studio:
• Parents of dancers aged 5 and under may wait in the lobby
• The parent/guardian of a student who is taking a private lesson should be present in the lobby unless other classes or rehearsals are held. Other parents or visitors are not allowed inside the building until further notice.
• Lobby is closed for class observation.
• Meals in the building (unless absolutely necessary) are not allowed until further notice. Dancers can eat snacks outside.
Impact minimization:
• Hands should be washed / sanitized at the entrance to the studio before and after each lesson.
• Always cough or sneeze in your elbow, use a cloth, and immediately throw away the used cloth in the bin.
• MBS will frequently disinfect all high touch level surfaces.
• Hand sanitizer will be easily accessible throughout the building, although anyone who enters the room is encouraged to have their own to guarantee access to it.
• All bars will be sanitized before and after use.
• Door handles and touch areas will continue to be cleaned regularly.
Restroom Policy:
• To minimize exposure to the toilet, we recommend that all dancers (especially young ones) use the toilet at home before the class.
• Restrooms will be allowed to be used one person at a time.
• Antiseptic wipes and paper towels will be available before and after use.
• Remember to wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
Thank you for keeping our community safe and helping us keep creating and learning. We understand that this year has been incredibly difficult.
Your care and caution have helped us create a safe and enjoyable space to share our love for dance!
COVID-19 GUIDELINES
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority
We carefully follow government recommendations to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all students and teachers at our facility with an area of 5,000 square feet. We have enough space for supporting the principles of social distancing while on the dance floor. We clean and disinfect our facility between all classes to ensure the safety of our customers.
MBS does its best to create a safe environment for its students. This Health and Safety Plan does not express any guarantees, promises or representations, or does not represent 100% effectiveness against the spread of the disease. It aims to complement the guidelines set forth by the CDC with state and federal authorities, and can be as effective as a formal guide combined with a public willingness to follow.
Risks of Participation:
We have undertaken reasonable steps to lessen the risk of transmission of communicable diseases, including but not limited to, COVID-19, in connection with participation in the activities. Please be aware that participation in the activities carries with it certain inherent risks related to transmission of communicable diseases (“Inherent Risks”) that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid such risks. Inherent Risks may include, but are not limited to, (1) the risk of coming into close contact with individuals or objects that may be carrying a communicable disease; (2) the risk of transmitting or contracting a communicable disease, directly or indirectly, to or from other individuals; and (3) injuries and complications ranging in severity from minor to catastrophic, including death, resulting directly or indirectly from communicable diseases or the treatment thereof.
Please read the following safety precautions:
Mask Requirements
As you may have heard, the Governor has issued an executive order requiring all Minnesotans to wear a face covering in indoor businesses and indoor public settings beginning July 25, 2020. This does include all public and private school district buildings and facilities. Beginning July 25, all adults (staff and visitors) and children over five years old will be required to wear a mask while in our studio building.
There are some situations where a student may be exempt from wearing a mask. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, those who are exempt include:
-Children between the ages of 2 and 5 years old are not required to wear face coverings, but are encouraged to wear a face covering if they can do so reliably in compliance with CDC guidance.
-People who have medical or other health conditions, disabilities, or mental health, developmental, or behavioral needs that make it difficult to tolerate wearing a face covering.
In some situations, masks may be temporarily removed in MBS facility. This includes:
-When students are participating in organized sports or exercising and a mask makes breathing difficult
-When eating or drinking
In each situation, social distancing should be maintained.
Types of face coverings may include a paper or disposable mask, a cloth mask, a neck gaiter, a scarf, a bandanna or a religious face covering. The face covering must cover the nose and mouth completely. The covering should not be overly tight or restrictive and should feel comfortable to wear.
If you have additional questions about how this new requirement may affect your student’s involvement in summer programming and activities, please contact the staff lead for the program your student is involved in. Here is more information on the mask requirements from the
Minnesota Department of Health.
Drop-off and Pick-up Guidelines:
Before class – drop-off:
– The lobby will not be open for waiting.
– Students must be dropped-off no earlier than 5 minutes before the scheduled lesson. This is to avoid unnecessary exposure.
– Dancers should arrive in dance wear (with warm-ups), ready to go straight to the studio. Changing room is closed for dressing or other use.
– All MBS members are asked to monitor their health at home before entering the studio. The student will be denied entry if she/he has any of the following symptoms of COVID-19: active cough (even with allergies), Dyspnea, Headache, Heat, Sore throat.
After class – pick-up:
– Please come to the parking lot 5-10 minutes before the scheduled class end time to be ready to pick up the dancers when they leave the building.
– Dancers must proceed directly to the car after the class.
In the studio:
– Parents/guardians of students 5 years old and younger will be allowed to enter the building with the participating student. Other family members (brothers and sisters, etc.) will not be allowed into the building.
– The parent/guardian of a student who is taking a private lesson should be present in the lobby unless other classes or rehearsals are held. Other parents or visitors are not allowed inside the building until further notice.
– Lobby is closed for class observation.
Individual Protection Means:
– All MBS members will be asked to wear masks in order to enter the facilities.
– Masks, hand sanitizer and antiseptic wipes will be provided if a student doesn’t have one. (but it is highly recommended that students bring their own.)
Food and Water:
– The MBS locker room and fountains are closed until further notice.
– Meals in the building (unless absolutely necessary) are not allowed until further notice. Dancers can eat snacks outside.
– Students are advised to bring several filled water bottles.
Personal items:
– Dancers will bring their dance bags and personal items directly into the studio with them. Each dancer will be assigned an individually marked spot on the floor against the mirror. Before entering the studio, the dancer must take off her/his street shoes and carefully put them in the personal spot. All spots and surrounding areas will be cleaned between each class.
Impact minimization:
– Hands should be washed / sanitized at the entrance to the studio before and after each lesson.
– Always cough or sneeze in your elbow, use a cloth, and immediately throw away the used cloth in the bin.
– MBS will frequently disinfect all high touch level surfaces.
– Students and their families are encouraged to use their elbows / hips instead of hands when possible, to open doors or turn on switches.
– Hand sanitizer will be easily accessible throughout the building, although anyone who enters the room is encouraged to have their own to guarantee access to it.
– Door handles and touch areas will continue to be cleaned regularly.
Restroom Policy:
– To minimize exposure to the toilet, we recommend that all dancers (especially young ones) use the toilet at home before the class.
– Restrooms will be allowed to be used one person at a time.
– Antiseptic wipes and paper towels will be available before and after use.
– Remember to wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
Physical distribution and class size reduction:
– MBS will use the 6-foot rule in studios and beyond until further notice.
– The maximum class sizes and construction capacity will be determined and adjusted in accordance with state and local requirements.
– The practice of physical distance in the class includes the following: all class work will be performed at a distance of 6 feet.
– All bars will be sanitized before and after use.
– The dance floor will be restricted to a 10-foot perimeter for work in the center.
– Classes that can safely navigate the floor will do so with special attention to choreography, which allows each student to be 13-16 feet from the person who is walking towards them (the recommended distance for traveling exercises).
Private lessons:
All rules above apply to private lessons.