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Welcome to TDC! This handbook area is your quick guide to everything you need to know as a dance parent --- tuition, policies, fundraising, dance wear, and more.
Our goal is to keep things running smoothly so your dancer can shine and stay in the loop. We are excited to have you with us on this dance journey!
classes offered for this age group is a ballet / hip-hop combo class
This is a combined Ballet & Hip Hop Class for age 3
This is a combined Ballet & Hip Hop Class for age 4
Class options listed under each category
Class options listed under each category. Pointe is an invitational class starting Age 12.
Class options listed under each category. Pointe is an invitational class starting Age 12.
* PLEASE NOTE - PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Each dance student is required to pay a non-refundable registration fee of $30.00 per year.
This fee helps cover administrative costs and secures your dancer’s spot in class for the season.
Competition and Festival entry fees will be billed to your account in January or February, after entries have been finalized.
* Please Note: These fees are separate from class tuition and costume deposits.
We’ll keep you updated with details and due dates as the season progresses!
Fee: $65.00 per hour-long lesson
Payment: Due at the beginning of each lesson
Paid directly to the choreographer
These sessions are scheduled separately from regular classes and are a great opportunity for personalized choreography and coaching.
A $75.00 deposit per dance genre enrolled in (per student) is required on or before Registration Night.
This deposit helps us get a head start on ordering costumes for recital season!
How it works:
* One deposit per genre ensures accurate ordering and budgeting for each class your dancer participates in.
Class Fee: $225 per exam class (Sept–April/May)
Exam Entry Fee: Billed separately based on the exam board (CDTA or RAD).
Note: Once committed, entry fees are non-refundable—even if the dancer does not take the exam.
Exam Attire
Payment Info
All students are responsible for the base tuition rate for their first two classes.
If a student enrolls in three or more classes, they are eligible for a multi-class discount on classes 3 and beyond.
Please Note:
The following classes are excluded from the multi-class discount:
Song & Dance
Musical Theatre
Exam Classes
These special classes will be charged at the standard tuition rate, regardless of how many other classes a student is enrolled in.
At TDC, Ballet is a required prerequisite for the following classes for dancers age 10 and up:
Ballet provides the technical foundation essential for success in these styles.
Tuition is based on a yearly rate and is not adjusted for holidays, competitions, or missed classes.
If a student withdraws after October 1st, tuition will be refunded on a pro-rated basis.
In cases of illness or injury leading to extended absence or withdrawal, refunds will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Cutoff date: December 31st of the current year
Age groups are used as a general guideline for class placement.
Final class placement is based on what will best support your dancer’s growth and development.
Registration & Forms
Private Lesson Fees
Competitions & Costumes
Rehearsals & Attendance
Additional Information
Genre Options
Please also review the Solo/Duet/Trio portion in our Policies for further details.
8 Monthly Payments
2 Payments
Payment in Full
Make all cheques payable to
Tisdale Dance Centre.
You may:
E-transfer to: tisdaledance@gmail.com
→ Please include a note stating what the payment is for (e.g., "Jane Smith – Full Year Tuition").
Please reach out if you have any questions regarding payments.
We will be happy to assist!
Note: Policies are subject to change. It is your responsibility to stay informed and up to date.
Proper footwear and dance attire are essential for every dancer at TDC. The right gear ensures safety, comfort, and allows dancers to perform with confidence and full range of motion.
To help you prepare, we’ve created a detailed guide outlining the required shoes and clothing for each class.
Please refer to the PDF below for this season’s Shoe and Dance Wear Requirements, including Pointe Shoe Information for pointe students.
At Tisdale Dance Centre, we run a Mandatory Fundraising Volunteer Shift Program each year. This program is an essential part of keeping our studio running smoothly and ensuring our dancers have access to the best opportunities.
Each family is required to complete a specific number of volunteer shift credits based on the number and type of classes, solos/duets/trios, or exams their dancer is registered in.
After completing your volunteer shift, please fill out a Volunteer Slip at the studio and place it in the envelope marked “Volunteer Slips.”
Keep a copy for your own records.
If you don’t submit a slip, your hours will not be credited, and you may be charged for unfulfilled shifts.
To help families stay organized and informed, TDC provides a detailed spreadsheet each season outlining the number of mandatory volunteer shifts required per family based on your dancer’s enrollment.
The spreadsheet will be sent out early in the season, so you know how many shifts you are expected to complete.
A Sign Up Genius link will be released closer to Dance Experience, giving you the opportunity to select your preferred volunteer times.
Joining a committee or the studio board is another great way to earn volunteer shift credits—your involvement counts!
Throughout the season, TDC organizes additional fundraisers to support various studio needs and opportunities.
Participation in these fundraisers is completely optional—but always appreciated! Every bit of support helps our dance community thrive.
Dance exams are an amazing opportunity for dancers to grow, achieve, and be recognized for their hard work and dedication. While they may sound intimidating at first, they’re designed to build confidence, measure progress, and motivate dancers in a supportive, goal-oriented way.