Team Contract
Revolution Dance Competition Team Contract
2024–2025 Season
Revolution Dance is excited to begin a new competition season! Our Competition Program is a journey—one focused on personal growth, commitment, and teamwork. Success is defined not only by results but by achieving personal bests and helping teammates reach theirs. Through sincere effort and continuous improvement, the competition experience fosters leadership, self-confidence, and self-reliance.
Philosophy
The goal of competition is to nurture a passion for performing rather than just a desire to win awards. With the right focus, the lessons learned through competition will positively impact all areas of a dancer’s life.
Team Placement
Dancers will be placed on teams according to their skills. All placements are made by our professional staff, and parents/dancers agree to trust and support these decisions.
Signature: ______________
Dress Code
* Black Mondor Bodysuit
* Light Tan or Ballerina Pink Mondor Tights
* Appropriate class shoes
* Hair in a low Ballet Bun
* Shorts or leggings maybe warn to class but must be removed at the teachers request
* No Crop Tops or Sports Bras
* Dancers not in appropriate dance attire maybe asked to leave the class. This will be counted as an absence.
Signature: _______________
Communication
As a parent/guardian of a Revolution Dance Competition Team member, I understand:
* It is my responsibility to stay current on all team-related information.
* Details will be posted on the Competition Team page on the studio website.
* Last-minute updates will be communicated via the BAND app.
* Missing information due to failure to check updates does not exempt my dancer from commitments.
* Lack of preparation or punctuality may result in dismissal from the team.
Signature: _________
Fees and Payment Policy
Monthly tuition and accounts must remain in good standing.
Any Account over 30 days in arrears may result in removal from the Competition Team without refund of pre-paid fees such as Competition and Costume Fees.
Costume Fees:
$100 per routine deposit due November 15 (non-refundable for any reason).
Costume balances due by April 15.
Costumes already ordered must be paid in full, even if the student drops or switches routines.
· lose of a costume, costume part or prop may result in removal from performance of that piece at no cost to the studio.
Competition Fees:
Posted to accounts by end of September.
Full payment due by October 15.
All competition fees are non-refundable once paid, regardless of attendance.
Refunds if the venue cancels a competition (for any reason including Government shutdowns and pandemics) will be refunded back in the form of a credit towards that competition next season and will be based on the refund / credits provided by the competition.
Signature: ____________________
Commitment Expectations
Dancers must prioritize team events over other activities. *This includes Family gatherings, and School Activities. All Competition commitment dates are posted on the studio website by September of the dance season.
* Competition Team Dancers must attend all Competitions.
* Competition schedules are typically released 2 weeks prior to events. The studio does not have any control over the schedule. Attending Competitions may result in the need to miss work and school.
* Dancers must arrive with complete costumes, required hair and makeup as outlined on the Competition Team page.
* Additional mandatory rehearsals may occur. These may incur additional fees.
* Mandatory Dress Rehearsal: Mid-March from 2:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
* Recital performances are mandatory as well as all run through rehearsals before any competition
* Absence without approval from the Artistic Director will result in removal from the upcoming competition.
Signature: ___________________
Outside Commitments
All potential conflicts (school programs, sports, performance groups) must be disclosed to Ms. Tracy in advance for approval.
Signature: ___________________
Refund & Cancellation Policy
Families remain financially responsible for:
* All competition fees (even if the dancer does not compete).
* Costume fees (costumes will be held and returned at the end of season if needed by a substitute dancer).
* Re-choreography fees will be charged to the dancer withdrawing $150 for 1-hour re-block $75 per additional 30 minutes
If a student is replaced (with director approval), the dancer withdrawing must lend their costume and are still responsible for all event fees.
Signature: ___________________
Attendance & Illness Policy
* Maximum of 3 excused/unexcused absences per subject, unless supported by a medical note or pre-approved by the director.
Email the studio before any missed class.
* Extended absences due to illness/injury require a doctor's note to return.
* All injuries must be reported immediately to the teacher and front desk for documentation and video recording.
* Students with a contagious illness or visible injury without clearance will not be allowed to participate.
* Injured dancers must attend, observe, and stay engaged during class.
* Tuition is not prorated for illness, injury, or behavioral issues.
Signature: ___________________________
Absences, Tardiness & Vacation Policy
* One warning will be issued for habitual tardiness/absences.
* No absences allowed the week of any major event unless with a medical note.
* Unapproved absences before competitions/recital may result in being benched from affected routines.
* Dancers are not permitted personal vacation after Winter Break until the end of the competition Season. This includes Spring Break and Easter Weekend.
Signature: ______________________
Social Media & Media Release
By signing this contract, I hereby irrevocably authorize Revolution Dance full rights to use my child’s images, voice, or likeness for:
* Promotional materials
* Website and social media content
* Video and photo publications
* Any future media formats
Signature: ______________________
Code of Conduct RDS Team Members, Parent, Family Member or Associated Friends
Zero Tolerance for:
* Bullying, harassment, gossip, or exclusion
* Disrespect to instructors, staff, or teammates
* Use of alcohol, drugs, or other illegal substances
* Skipping required team routines
* Unsportsmanlike behavior at events (including family members)
· This includes but is not limited to -bullying or harassing of any kind in person or on social media -physical fighting -use of fowl or inappropriate language towards the director, staff, or other students in studio or at an event -threatening the director, any RDS staff or another student -spreading or contributing to the spread of false information or personal opinions that could cause harm to the reputation of RDS, RDS staff, the director, or another student -blatant disregard for the studio rules or the rules of a competition or convention
· Unsportsmanlike behavior as listed above is also grounds for team dismissal at any point in time during the season per RDS studio director’s discretion whether the behavior is coming from the parent or the team member.
· There is a zero tolerance policy for the spreading of or contributing to the spread of derogatory statements, false information, or any other accusations that discredit or tarnish the reputation of Revolution Dance Studios, RDS staff, the director or any RDS dancers. Parents or students who participate in this behavior will be dismissed from the studio without refund with the potential of legal action if damages are incurred by your behavior.
Expected Behavior:
* Arrive on time, in full uniform, with a positive attitude
* Phones/iWatches are stored away during class unless permitted
* Respect and follow all teacher instructions
* Maintain a clean and cooperative environment in all Revolution Dance spaces
Signature: ______________________
Termination Policy
Grounds for immediate dismissal:
* Repeated attendance violations
* Behavioral issues that risk emotional or physical safety
* Disrespect or non-compliance with Revolution Dance policies
* Substance use at any RDS function
* Negative representation of Revolution Dance
Signature: ______________________
Acknowledgement and Agreement
By signing below, we understand and agree to the terms, expectations, and financial responsibilities of being part of the Revolution Dance Competition Team for the 2025–2026 season. We understand that failure to uphold any part of this agreement may result in probation or dismissal without refund.
Signed contracts are due by September 15, 2025.
Dancer Name (Print): ____________________________________
Dancer Signature: _______________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name(s): _________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature(s): _____________________________
Date: ___________________
