
POLICIES/PROCEDURES/TUITION
25-26 SEASON
Statement of Understanding — Click Here!
Updated Policies, Procedures & Tuition --- Click Here!
Studio Rules
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Dancers must follow class-specific dress codes. (See our Attire Page for details.)
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No dirty street shoes inside the studio.
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No jewelry in class (small stud earrings allowed).
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No gum or food in the classrooms.
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Store all belongings in the dressing room cubbies.
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No gymnastics or horseplay in the lobby.
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Use respectful language and maintain positive conversations.
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Do not leave young children unattended.
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Food and drinks must stay in the waiting area.
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Students must treat all staff and peers with kindness and respect.
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Please pick up after yourself.
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Cell phones are not allowed in bathrooms, dressing rooms, or classrooms.
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Valuables may be held safely in the office.
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Island Dance “No Sit-Out” Policy
(Full explanation available on our website.)
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Tuition, Registration & Drop-In Rates
(Click HERE for our full tuition chart.)
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Registration Fees
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Sept–June:
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First student: $30
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Additional family members: $25 each
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Summer: $25 per student
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Recital & Presentation Deposits
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Dance Recital: $50 per account (applies toward ticket allotment)
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Gym Presentation: $40 per account (applies toward 2 tickets)
Unlimited Tuition Option
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$577.50/month (Sept–May)
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$288.75 (June)
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Beneficial for students taking 8+ classes/week.
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If a student drops classes, prorated tuition rates apply.
Discounts
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Adults: 10% off
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Seniors (65+): 15% off
Payment Schedule & Policies
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Tuition is due at registration and then by the 1st of each month.
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A $25 late fee is added after the 10th.
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NSF checks incur a $35 fee.
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Our regular session runs September–June.
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Tuition is monthly and reflects weeks we are in session (some months vary).
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Switching between “drop-in” and monthly tuition allowed once per session.
Drop-In Classes (ages 13+ only)
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$24.15 per 1-hour class
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$34.65 per 1.5-hour class
Paying for the Year
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Pay in full for a 10% discount (unlimited plan excluded).
Trying a Class
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Please call the office first.
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Try-out classes are billed at the drop-in rate.
Accepted Payments
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Cash
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Check
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Zelle: islanddance@whidbey.com
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Venmo: @islanddance
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Credit Card (Visa/Mastercard/Discover, 3% fee)
Tuition Breakdown (Per Individual Student)
45–60 minutes: $20.50
2 hours: $19.42/hr
3 hours: $18.73/hr
4 hours: $18.11/hr
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min Classes
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1.25–1.5 hours: $29.93/hr
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3 hours: $28.09/hr
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4.5 hours: $26.86/hr
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6 hours: $25.99/hr
Easy Stretch / Dance Punch Card
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$48.00
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Email: zingerd@whidbey.com
August Upper-Level Intensive 2026
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August 3rd-14th- More info coming soon.
Missed Lessons
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No refunds for missed classes.
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Payments should not be adjusted for missed classes.
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Doing so will result in a $20 fee.
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Extended absences must be discussed with the office.
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Make-up cards are given and must be used within the same session.
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Consistent attendance is essential for student progress.
Adding or Dropping Classes
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Please contact the office to make any schedule changes.
Weather / Natural Disturbance Closures
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We follow SWSD closures for snow, wind, or power/water outages.
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No refunds for these closures.
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Students may make up classes.
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WIDT dancers with limited schedules may receive partial credit.
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Dancers are encouraged to “dance down” for make-up classes.
Dressing Area & Lobby
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Lobby open during studio hours.
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Family/friends may watch the live-feed TV monitor.
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If viewing becomes disruptive, you may be asked to step out.
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Store all belongings in lobby lockers.
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Conversations should remain positive and appropriate.
Recital Information
Fees
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Dance Recital Fee: $50 per account
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Gym Presentation Fee: $40 per account
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Due at registration; non-refundable.
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Fees apply toward your ticket allotment once sales begin.
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If students add classes, deposits are adjusted accordingly.
Costumes
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Costumes are ordered from catalogs.
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Estimated cost: $65–$105 per class.
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All performing students must purchase a costume.
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No cancellations or refunds once ordered.
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Written notice to opt out of recital must be submitted by November 1st.
Class Pictures
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Held in June (date TBD).
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Updates will be posted on the Recital Page.
Rehearsal
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June (dates TBD).
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Schedule will be posted on the Recital Page when available.
Recital
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Details coming soon!
