KP Dance POLICIES & GUIDELINES
GENERAL POLICIES
Registration and tuition payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Missed classes are not prorated, but may be made up in an age/level-appropriate class within the same season at either location.
KP Dance Center is not liable for lost/stolen items or personal injuries.
Please check our Lost & Found for misplaced items. Unclaimed items are donated every 30 days.
Attendance, Absences and Make Ups
Consistent attendance is essential. Report absences using our Absence Notification Form.
Any missed classes, will be entitled to a make up class as long as the active member does not have a balance on their account.
Make-up classes must be taken within the same season and while actively enrolled.
No make-up classes will be honored after a student has dropped.
Dancers should arrive five minutes before scheduled class time and be picked up promptly after class.
Parent Portal
Please make sure that all of your information is accurate such as phone, address email, etc… We do send out text messages for important information and if we need to cancel classes for any reason.
Inclement Weather
KP Dance will cancel classes when KPDC chooses to close due to inclement weather. We will post on social media as well as send out a text message if classes are canceled. Please make sure your cell phone number is accurate and you are following us here.
SAFETY
I understand that KP Dance Center is not responsible for any injuries, sickness or accidents occurring in our studios or either of our parking lots. It is my responsibility to be careful pulling into and backing out of the lot, as well as exercising caution, as children are always walking to-and-from class.
Safety for your child is of our utmost concern.
All young dancers must be escorted to and from the building.
If a health condition exists which will prevent full participation, please notify KP Dance Center in writing as soon as possible.
No child will be allowed to leave the studio with anyone other than a parent unless written permission is given by the parent.
OBSERVATION
We encourage parents to watch the children on the viewing TVs located in the lobby, so as to not disturb the dancers in progress.
TUITION & PAYMENT
Tuition is based on a 40-class season (September–June), divided into 10 equal payments.May & June tuition is combined and billed on May 1.Payments are due the 1st of each month. A $25 late fee is applied after the 5th.All accounts require an active credit card on file.
Cash or check payments must be received before the billing cycle. Returned payments incur a $35 NSF fee.
Declined cards must be updated same-day to avoid a $20 fee.
Tuition, costume fees, competition fees, recital tickets, and all dance-related charges are non-refundable.
A 10% discount is offered for full-year (Sept–June) tuition paid upfront.
HOLIDANCE
KP Dance is proud to offer an inclusive and affordable opportunity for all dancers to participate in our annual Holidance performance.
This special event is held each year in early to mid-December at our Commack location.
Participation in Holidance requires only the purchase of a specially designed Holidance T-shirt, which also includes two (2) tickets to the event.
This is a fun and festive way for dancers to celebrate the season and share the holiday spirit with family and friends. We encourage all dancers to join us for this joyful annual tradition!
WITHDRAWING POLICIES
A Drop Form must be submitted at least 14 days before the next billing cycle. Click Here for Drop Form
Without proper notice, you are responsible for the next tuition payment.
No refunds or prorated amounts will be issued for withdrawals.
STUDIO RULES & EXPECTATIONS
Drive with caution in parking lots. Children are often walking to and from class.
Parents must remain on site for students with special medical conditions.
No child may leave with anyone other than a parent without written permission.
Students must wait inside the building for pickup.
To keep our studio a safe, respectful, and enjoyable place for everyone, we kindly ask that all guests — including family members and siblings — follow the guidelines below:
🚫 No running at any time.
🚫 No standing or shoes on benches.
🚫 No standing on chairs.
✅ If you move a chair or stool, please return it to where you found it.
🧼 Clean up after yourself — help us keep the space tidy.
🗑️ Snacks and drinks must be properly thrown out.
⚠️ Do not pour liquids into garbage cans.
🍼 No diapers may be disposed of inside the studio — please use outdoor trash bins.
⚠️ Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. Anyone not following these rules may be asked to leave.
🧹 Please help us keep KP Dance Studio clean and positive for everyone.
KP Dance is not responsible for any injuries, or lost or stolen items.
By entering our facility, you understand and agree to follow all studio rules.
Thank you for your cooperation!
DRESS CODES
Recreational classes
The children can wear comfortable clothing as long as it’s not too baggy and the proper shoes for the class.
Combo Classes
Twinkle Baby / Twinkle Star Classes require pink leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and tan tap shoes.
Hip Hop
Comfortable easy to move in clothing and clean sneakers
Acro
Comfortable easy to move in clothing and clean sneakers or barefoot
Lyrical
Tan Slip on jazz boot
Musical Theatre
Sneakers
Competition Classes
Black on black dancewear that is fitted. Please see the directors for shoes.
PROMOTIONS AND DISCOUNTS
Full-year payments receive 10% off.
Boys-Only classes qualify for special promotions (excludes co-ed classes).
We offer a discount for siblings and multiple classes.
Discounts / promotions can not be combined. KP Dance will always offer you the best valued option.
Make sure to check our social media, and newsletters for any special offers, and referral credits.
PARENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO BE AWARE OF DATES AND EVENTS
It is the responsibility of the parent or adult student to be aware of all school activities, such as Bring a Friend week, Recitals, Festivals, Parents Night Out, Halloween Dress Up Week, Studio Spirit Week, Pajama Week, In House Summer Registration, In House Pre Registration week, extra classes, and dates the school is open or closed. The school will post all such notices on Facebook as well as sending emails. The monthly newsletter will also be available in the studio member website. It is the parent’s responsibility to regularly check for this information to ensure they are informed. It is the responsibility of the parents or adult students to inform the school of any address, cell phone, or email address change.
PHOTO RELEASE
Upon registering with KP Dance Center and after signing the waiver in the parent portal, or any other media you grant permission for KPDC to take photographs and or video of the students to use in brochures, web sites, posters, advertisements and other promotional materials. KP Dance Center will not use any of the student’s personal information (names etc..) without the parent’s consent.
Contact Us
Commack Location
Smithtown Location
ADDRESS & HOURS
6534 Jericho Turnpike Commack NY 11725
116 E Main Street Smithtown NY 11787
Monday: 4:30PM-8PM
Tuesday: 4:30PM-8PM
Wednesday: 4:30PM-8PM
Thursday: 4:30PM-8PM
Friday: 4:30PM-8PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Come see what all the hype is about! Call us today at (631) 800-7652 to book a free trial class, or email us at kpdancecenter@gmail.com. We’re here to serve and are happy to answer any questions you may have.
Opening Hours
Monday: 4:30PM-8PM
Tuesday: 4:30PM-8PM
Wednesday: 4:30PM-8PM
Thursday: 4:30PM-8PM
Friday: 4:30PM-8PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
6534 Jericho Turnpike Commack NY 11725
116 E Main Street Smithtown NY 11787
Email: kpdancecenter@gmail.com
Telephone: (631) 800-7652
