FAQs

Dancers learn best in an environment free from distractions. Parents of young dancers are allowed in the classroom the very first day of classes only. Thereafter, parents only will be allowed in class during specific observation times set up by the teacher. Exceptions, with the approval of the teacher, are made for preschoolers who need additional time to feel comfortable and secure. There ARE view windows available at the Sahuarita Arts Center and Rancho Sahuarita Clubhouse, and parents may be able to observe their students from outside of the room. We do ask, however, that you please avoid bringing siblings/small children to the waiting/viewing areas whenever possible. The waiting/viewing area gets very crowded and noisy, and it becomes very distracting to the dancers. If you must bring siblings/small children to the waiting/viewing areas, please monitor them closely and ensure they are not running around or making excessive noise! Also, children are not permitted in classrooms without instructors.

Yes. Each student is eligible for ONE free trial class.

The base tuition is $49.00/month for 45 minute classes or $56.00/month for one-hour long classes. We do offer multi-class and multi-student discounts for students/families taking more than two or more hours of class per week! See the Tuition and Fees page for details!

Yes! In December we have our Winter Performance. In the past, we have alternated between performing “The Nutcracker” on odd years and “O Holy Night” on even years! Students wishing to participate may audition at the end of summer. For all participants, there is a reasonable participation/costume rental fee, which helps cover costs associated with instruction time, costume rental, and rental of the facility. Most rehearsals will take place Saturdays in the fall. We also have competitive performing dance teams who are given opportunities to dance at the recital, during the holiday performance, and throughout the year for community events! If you have a child who is interested, please contact the office for more information!

It is our hope that all children will participate in the recital, however it is NOT mandatory. We understand that some families will be leaving for their summer vacations. We are also aware that some children do not want to dance on stage in front of a large audience. If you or your child chooses to not participate in the recital, we will certainly miss having your child in the show, but we understand. Please notify the office by September 1st IN WRITING to let us know if your child is not participating in the recital, so that we can make sure not to charge your account the costume fee(s) and a costume. If you are undecided, please let us know that as well. Please remember, costumes are ordered in December. Costumes ordered late may incur an additional expedited service charge.

The office will be able to provide an estimated level based on your child’s age and experience. If needed, you may take one free trial class to determine whether your child feels confident in a certain level.

Costumes cost $70 per child, per dance (for most classes, occasionally a costume may cost more). On September 15th we charge for May recital costume deposits ($35 per costume) and Performing Team Costume Rental Fees ($60). On November 15th, we charge for the $35 balance due of costume fees. If you do not wish for your dancer(s) to be in the recital, please remember to always notify your children’s teacher and the studio in writing by September 1st annually. If your account was charged in error, please call us at 520-232-3753 and we will get it straightened out! Costume fees are non-refundable, so make sure you notify us in writing before September 1st if you do not want to be charged costume fees!