- How do i register ... ?
- Do your dance classes qualify for the chilfren's fitness tax credit ... ?
- Can my child try a class before we sign up ... ?
- What sets Pure Energy apart from other dance studios ... ?
- Do you have a dress code ... ?
- How many classes should my child take each week ... ?
- Can i watch my child's dance class ... ?
- What are my payment options ... ?
- What if my child does not want to continue classes after they start ... ?
- Does Pure Energy offer a Showcase (Recital) for my child ... ?
- Does Pure Energy record the Showcases ... ?
- How are students selected for the invitational program (competitive team) ... ?
How do i register ... ?
You can only register in person at the dance school. Space is limited and registration opens to the general public at the beginning of May. We do not hold a spot in class without payment and registration is on a first come first serve basis. There is a registration fee, you can either pay the lump sum for the session or pay in 10 equal payments (Sept. - June) using our VOID cheque system. Feel free to call the school at 905-385-5087, to find out what your fees will be in advance.
Do your dance classes qualify for the children's fitness tax credit ... ?
Yes, Your copy of the registration contract must be retained for your records. Please refer to the Canada Revenue Agency website for more detailed information.
What sets Pure Energy apart from other dance studios... ?
Warm fun family friendly atmosphere... We offer viewing windows for you to view your child's progress... We play an active role in the community...
Qualified adult instructors... State of the art 6000 Sq. Ft. facility... WIFI access for your convenience... Very organized business... Communication. We offer viewing windows as well as CCTV in all studios for your viewing onour TV monitors.
Do you have a dress code ... ?
Yes we do, the code is as follows...
4 years old and under.
Bodysuit - Mondor #40095 Color - #01 - True pink. White tights are recommended. Gym slippers are required. Skirts may be worn.
5-6 yrs. classes.
Bodysuit - Mondor #40095 Color - #A7 - Electric pink. Black dance shorts or dance pants can be worn. Suntan tights or a thin sock is recommended. *Gym slipper may be worn in Jazz at this level.
7-9 yrs. classes & Ballet 1
Bodysuit - Mondor #40095 Color - #61 - Burgundy Black dance shorts or dance pants can be worn. Suntan tights or a thin sock is recommended. Jazz shoes required... We recommend - Black slip on.
10-12 yrs. classes & Ballet 3
Bodysuit - Mondor #40095 Color - #55 - Royal Black dance shorts or dance pants can be worn. Suntan tights or a thin sock can be worn. Jazz shoes required... We recommend - Black slip on.
13+ Yrs. classes & Ballet 4 & 5
Bodysuit - Mondor #40095 Color - Black Black dance shorts or dance pants can be worn. Suntan tights or a thin sock can be worn. Jazz shoes required... We recommend - Black slip on.
BOY’S... Black stretchy pants and plain white or black T-Shirt. *The required dance attire applies to all classes.
HAIR... Hair must be tied back in all classes... Ballet - Hair must be in a bun. REQUIRED FOOTWEAR...
Jazz - Shoes are required... Black slip on Bloch #495 or So Danca JZ43
Tap - Shoes are required... Bloch #S0302 - Tan Boyʼs - Lace up - Black.
Acro/Contemporary - No shoes required.
Ballet - Ballet shoes are required... We recommend pink leather full sole.
Hip Hop/Cheerleading/Musical Theatre - Clean and dry running shoes required.
How many classes should my child take each week... ?
This is completely based on individual interest and how much you feel you and your child can do. We have students who take just one class per week the full time students who dance every day. You know your child bes and if you think they have the interest, time and energy to take more than one class per week, then we would be happy to discuss the best combination of programs with you For example, taking a ballet class and a Jazz class or tap class, is a very common scenario starting at5 or 6. There are also those students who take the same style of dance twice a week to increase their proficiency in that discipline. We can very easily help you select individualized programming for your child based on their age, strengths and interests.
Can i watch my child's dance classes ... ?
Yes, every one of them if you like, from the comfort of our viewing windows or out TV's! We were the first dance school and still one of the only in the city to offer the viewing options for parents. We also call parents in at the end of each class to receive all of the information required for upcoming events. The classes are not oriented towards the windows so the students do not get distracted and they enjoy having an audience. Many parents love being able to see how their child is progressing and expressing themselves through dance. It is also an excellent oppotunity to meet other parents in the school and become a part of our dance community.
What are my payment options ... ?
#1 - You can choose to pay the lump sum amount using VISA, MC, DEBIT
or Cash (We wave the registration fee with this method)
#2 - You can choose to pay equal monthly installments through our PAP system, Automatic withdraw from your account
What if my child does not want to continue classes after they start... ?
Your child is free to try another class, if your child is still
not happy, we would give you a refund of the unused lesson amount or
stop your automatic payment.We have a one month notice policy for cancelling classse. This means that any fees after your notice period(except registration fee), will be refunded. So you only pay for the classes up until you give notice plus the one month. Your child may continue to take classes during the notice period if you like.
Does Pure Energy offer a Showcase (Recital) for my child ... ?
We offer A Christmas Showcase
in December and a Year-End
Showcase in June.
We also offer a Pre-School showcase for our 3yrs. & younger dancers in June.
We aim to keep to keep the costs as resonable as possible while still providing an appropriate and effective costume. We try to use the students dress code for classes as a base for the costume.
How are students selected for the invitational program (Competitive Team)... ?
Most of the students in the school dance recreationally in one or more of the dance disciplines offered. Our instructors ensure that each student receives the challenge they require within each class and are free to make class placement changes at any time in a students training, from as young as 5 to their teenage years, they may be invited by the director to participate in our competitive program in ballet, jazz, lyrical, tap, acro, musical theatre, hip hop, moder. The director and the teachers select those students, who have demonstrated exceptional proficiency, talent, work ethic and attendance in their classes.
The competitive program prepares students to perform and compete in Hamilton an surrounding area. It is a much more intensive training program with prerequisites for each specific dance discipline. For example,competitive jazz students must have a solid ballet background and continue to study ballet as long as they are in the program. The more advanced levels of jazz require strong ballet technique, so if this is the interest to your child, you should make sure they are taking ballet classes. Competitive Musical theatre requires dance training such as jazz or ballet. Comp tap also requires proficiency in another dance style such as ballet or jazz to execute the more challenging elements. Comp hip hop dancers benefit from other dance training as well, especially as they advance. We have a very high standard of excellence in our competitive classes and expect a high standard of commitment and dedication from the students. Attendance is mandatory at all classes and performances. Many of our competitive students go on to perform or teach professionally.
