ACROBATICS

Any color leotard or biketard. Fitted dance shorts are optional; must wear footless tights. Must be barefoot. Hair must be in a high ponytail or low bun.

BALLET/POINTE

Black camisole leotard. Pink tights and Pink ballet shoes. Hair must be in a bun.

BALLET BLOOMERS/CREATIVE MOVEMENT

Any color leotard or biketard, white tights, and white ballet shoes. Hair must be in a bun or high ponytail. Boys- fitted tee, black pants and black Ballet shoes

CONTEMPORARY

Black leotard, fitted camisole, or solid crop top. Must wear fitted shorts with footless tights or leggings. Footwear : Barefoot, foot undeez or Capezio turners. Hair must be in a bun.

HIP HOP

Must wear solid black t-shirt or CBSD hip hop t-shirt. Black sweatpants or shorts (loose clothing). No jeans or street shoes allowed. Black Hip Hop shoes. Hair must be in a high ponytail.

JAZZ

Black leotard/sports bra. Capris, leggings, or fitted dance shorts. Must wear light toast tights. Tan Jazz shoes (7-10) and Black Jazz shoes (11+). Hair must be in a high ponytail.

LATIN DANCE

Black leotard, fitted camisole, or CBSD latin t-shirt. Must wear black leggings, dance fitted shorts, or skirt. Must wear tights if your not wearing leggings. Black Character shoes. Hair must be in a high ponytail or low bun. Males - Black solid t-shirt or tank with black pants. Black Cuban heel shoes.

LATIN PERFORMANCE TEAMS

Black leotard, fitted camisole, or CBSD latin t-shirt. Can wear black leggings, dance fitted shorts, or skirt. Must wear tights if your not wearing leggings.

Jr. Performance Team will need Nude heels and black Character shoes.

Sr. Performance Team \will need Nude heels.

MEXICAN FOLKLORIC

Black leotard or camisole with black leggings. A practice skirt is mandatory, you will have to purchase the skirt through CBSD. Black character shoes. Hair must be in a bun.

Males - Black solid t-shirt and botines with no nails.

PRIMARY BALLET

Pink leotard only. Pink tights and Pink ballet shoes. Hair must be in a bun.

TAP/BALLET COMBO

Must wear a Black/Pink leotard; skirt is optional. White/light toast tights. White ballet shoes and White tap shoes. Hair must be in a low bun or high ponytail.

TAP

Must wear a Black/Pink leotard. Must wear Capris, leggings, or fitted dance shorts. Hair must be in a bun or high ponytail. Boys black solid t-shirt and black pants. Black tap shoes. Must be able to see ankles.

**When students follow the proper dress code, it ensures the instructors to be able to see the dancers alignment and positioning. A dress code enhances their confidence and teaches them discipline. By not following the proper dress code and correct hairstyle it becomes a huge distraction**

• All dancewear, shoes and tights needed for dance classes are sold at the dance studio.
• For all classes hair must be followed as listed above. No jewelry is allowed during class.

Dress Code

Students must follow CBSD’s dress code for all dance classes. All students must have their hair in a bun or ponytail for all classes, please follow the class dress code. If a student fails to have the appropriate attire and hairstyle, it will be at the teachers discretion to dismiss the student from class and parents will be notified. We sell all required dance apparel, shoes and tights at the studio.

Absences

If a student must miss class, a parent must notify CBSD at least 24 hours in advance. If a

student misses 3 consecutive classes without properly notifying the studio, students will not be allowed to attend class without the instructor's permission. Excessive absences may result in dismissal from the annual dance recital. There are no refunds on costume or tuition if you are dropped from a class during the dance season.

Tardiness

CBSD students are expected to arrive at the studio with enough time to prepare for class. If a student is running late, a parent must notify CBSD. If a student is 15 minutes late or

more, it is at the instructor's discretion to allow class participation.

Make-Up Classes

If students miss class, they must take a make-up class in the same style of dance within

30 days. Students will be not allowed more than 5 make-up classes per year; please note that no make-up classes will be granted after February 28th, 2025. There are no refunds or deductions from tuition for missed classes. To make up a class, students must go to the front office to receive a make-up slip to give to the instructor at the beginning of class.

LIABILITY

Christine Belpedio’s School of Dance studio does not assume responsibility or fault for any

injuries sustained while participating in any classes or events.

Attendance

If a student misses class, a parent MUST notify the office of their absence. It is essential for dancers to attend all classes in a punctual manner! Please strive for perfect attendance. Students with perfect attendance from October 1st to June 7th will receive an award at CBSD’s 2025 Dance Recital! Arriving 15 minutes late or leaving 15 minutes early will be considered an absence. In order to receive the perfect attendance award, students must attend your enrolled dance classes (make-up classes do not count).

Remember: Excessive absences may result in dismissal from the annual dance recital.

Studio Rules

Only registered students are allowed in the dressing room/dance floors. Parents, please do not interact with/distract students during class time. No gum is allowed in the studio. No food or drinks are allowed on the dance floors, water only! No eating is permitted in the dressing room. No profanity is tolerated in or around CBSD. No cell phones are permitted in the classroom. All personal belongings must be locked in lockers. CBSD is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.

Studio Etiquette

CBSD students are expected to behave properly while in class. Students must always be

respectful to all peers and instructors. Disruptive students may be removed from the class. Students may wait and warm up quietly in the hallway until their class starts. For their own safety, children must always be supervised in the lobby. The lobby can get crowded, so please be patient and respectful of other people. Please know that only registered students are allowed inside the dance studio and dressing rooms.

Refunds

Should any student fail to comply with all CBSD’s studio rules and code of conduct, there will be no refund for tuition. Tuition and costume fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable.