Class Etiquette

DANCERS SHOW RESPECT FOR THEMSELVES BY:

being on time for class.
being dressed properly for class, in appropriate, form-fitting activewear or class-specific dress code, without underwear under leotards, without jewelry other than small earrings, with any shoe strings tied in a knot and tucked in.
having hair up and off the face and neck, tidy and tight, so it won't fall out during class.

keeping their hands to themselves during class.
waiting quietly for others to have a turn and for instructions from the teacher.
waiting until the music is finished before quietly entering the classroom if they are late to class.
only talking with one another before and after class, or if the teacher gives permission.

being properly dressed and ready for class on time.
listening when the teacher speaks.
being aware of their body language and always standing in a "proper dance stance" while listening to the teacher give instruction, choreography, or corrections.
being prepared for their turn.
always asking before leaving the room for any reason and, upon returning, enter quietly and going around the back of the room, never through dancers who are dancing.
always finishing every exercise, never walking off noisily or showing anger or aggravation.

disposing of gum before entering the studio.
keeping food and drinks, except water, in the student lounge area.
putting trash in its proper place and leaving any common area they use in better than shape they found it.
never hanging or leaning on barres.
never running or doing gymnastics in the studio or lobby.
properly using and studio equipment and putting it away tidily when finished.
keeping belongings zipped inside their dance bags.

arriving 5-10 minutes before class begins to assure their student is on time and is dressed and ready for class.
having students ready for class before entering the classroom.
making sure their child has used the restroom before entering class.
quietly waiting in the lobby.
picking students up promptly after class.
letting the office know in advance, if possible, when a student will be absent or late.
making arrangements with the office to make up missed classes.
clearly marking all of a student's items with the student's name and leaving valuables and toys at home.
ensuring their children waiting in the lobby wait quietly and stay in the lobby.