The RAD Ballet Program

The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) was founded in 1920 and is the largest examining body of classical ballet worldwide. Its syllabus is taught in over 83 countries, with an international network of examiners assessing well over 250,000 pupils, providing students with an annual goal to strive for and an indication of their progress.

Coastal Dance Centre ballet classes are taught according to the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Syllabus method.

Coastal Dance Centre’s students are placed in the level most appropriate for their age, skill level and ability from Pre- Primary through to Advanced levels. This ensures that the teaching of technique and the building of discipline and stamina parallels the physical and emotional readiness of the student.

RAD Ballet Syllabus – The Syllabus is devised to progress in difficulty from one grade to the next and a student studying the grades in sequence would be expected to develop a greater degree of dance technique at each level. Each level has a specific class attendance requirement, increasing in number as the levels progress.

RAD Grades Class Levels are

  • ♦ Pre-Primary in Dance
  • ♦ Primary in Dance
  • ♦ Grades 1 – 5
  • ♦ Grade 6 – 8
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RAD Vocational Classes

  • ♦ Intermediate Foundation
  • ♦ Intermediate
  • ♦ Advanced Foundation
  • ♦ Advanced 1&2,  and
  • ♦ Solo Seal (Must hold Advanced 2 with Distinction)
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Grades and Vocational examinations are held once a year. The marking is more stringent in the upper exams.

Students in the Grades classes study classical ballet, free movement and character dance.

Classical Ballet work is the foundation and the most important part of the RAD Graded Syllabi and includes:

Free Movement incorporates movements in common with other dance styles such as natural movement, contemporary based dance and Greek dance. It does not have to include codified dance vocabulary and is usually an improvisation based on the student’s interpretation of a piece of music.

Character Dance is the theatrical presentation of National dance using original ethnic dance and music which has been freely adapted for the theatre. There are three styles – Hungarian, Russian and Polish – and these were selected because of their historic importance in the development of the traditional full-length classical ballets.

RAD Grades finish at Level 8, and the Vocational levels commence cross-training at Grades 5-6. Grades and Vocational exams are held once a year. The marking is more stringent in the upper level exams.

In the Vocational levels (Intermediate through to Advanced,) purely classical work is studied, with Pointe work included for females. Students usually must be at least twelve years of age before going en pointe. This is because bones and growth plates in the feet are not yet fully hardened and developed prior to this age, and they can be injured very badly by pointe work, even if the student is otherwise strong and skillful.

Frequently Asked Questions:

The RAD offers a holistic approach to learning ballet and emphasizes the importance of inspiration and dedication.

Examinations give the students a chance to show the progress they have made during the year. Preparing for exams allow students to work toward an end goal in sight and is an ideal way of ensuring the students have a more focused learning and higher standards overall.

The RAD certificate provides a foundation for future teacher certification if students should desire to become teachers of dance. As there are few teacher certification programs available to classical ballet dancers, this is a valuable credential for future dancers and teachers.

​There are no exams at the Pre-School level. Examinations are offered at the Primary Ballet level and higher.​

Students who enter RAD examinations are expected to be able to execute the work confidently and securely, demonstrating a firm grasp of the technique required with good musical timing, response and expression. The RAD Examiner visits the CDC studio in the Spring to conduct the Examinations

Students enter the room in groups of up to 4 at a time without the teacher being present. The examiner and pianist/music player are the only people who see the exam. Teachers may only enter the exam room to bring refreshments or urgent messages.

They must therefore be able to perform all the exercises and dances they have learned in class without prompting. Marks are given for each section and a mark out of 100 is awarded.

Marks are given for each section and a mark out of 100 is awarded.

40 – 54 marks constitute a “Pass” Grade
55 – 74 marks constitute a “Merit” Grade
75 – 100 marks constitute a “Distinction” Grade

Since 2006, Coastal Dance Centre students have been entered into examinations with very successful results.

Any registered CDC RAD ballet student who is able to meet the attendance requirements and achieves a high technical standard and criteria is eligible to enter an RAD exam. The RAD teachers will determine whether a student is ready to be entered for an exam based on a variety of factors including technical ability, maturity, strength, knowledge of the syllabus, etc.

No, participation in an exam is not mandatory, although we encourage all enrolled students to participate in these exams for more learning opportunities.

In order to prepare students to demonstrate to their highest potential, the students do RAD coaching sessions and a mock exam.

Yes, there is the RAD examination entry fee and the miscellaneous fee.

RAD Character Skirt Rental Fee: For students in RAD Ballet Levels 1-5: $15 for the full year; this is to be paid at the time of registration.
RAD Ballet Examination Fees: (Applies to Royal Academy of Dance examination students only)
The RAD Exam Fee: The RAD exam fee is the standard rate charged by the Office of Royal Academy of Dance headquarters to cover the cost of the RAD Examiner’s professional fee, travel and accommodation expenses. Based on 2019 fee schedule – Exam fees ranged from $66 – $115 based upon the examination level a student is taking.
The RAD Miscellaneous Fee: CDC charges a fee per student /per examination level to cover the RAD coaching sessions and for the pianist’s / music player’s fees. The miscellaneous fee is $95.

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2023-2024 Tuition Fee Rate

Class Duration Per Week Session (4 week) Fee Class Duration Per Week Session (4 week) Fee
30 min $81.00 3 hours $176.00
45 min $81.00 4 hours $219.00
1 hour $81.00 5 hours $256.00
1.25 hour $91.00 6 hours $282.00
1.5 hour $101.00 7 hours $303.00
1.75 hour $118.00 8 hours $325.00
2 hours $133.00 9 hours $346.00
2.25 hours $150.00 10 hours+ $367.00
2.5 hours $160.00
2.75 hours $165.00

The tuition for each session is based upon the number of class hours in which a student is enrolled per week. It is highly encouraged to take more than an hour per week to take advantage of reduced tuition rates subsequently. 

The tuition rate per session stays the same regardless of attendance, school closures, or closures due to weather. Tuition is non-refundable, non-transferable, and not prorated for partial attendance.

Annual tuition is payable in ten (10) monthly sessions. Students are not charged for the weeks the studio is closed for winter and spring break. These three weeks that there are no classes are omitted from the tuition calendar.

Registration fee and tuition are due upon registration of each student.

If a student registers in the last week of a session, payment will be due for the next monthly session as well.

Classes missed are considered forfeited. Credit WILL NOT be given for classes missed due to illness, vacation, school closings, or acts of nature such as inclement weather.

There is a $45.00 registration fee and a $35.00 registration fee for each additional family member. “Family member’ meaning – living in the same household.

Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Registration fee is due at the time of registration. This is valid from August 21, 2023 through the 2024 Summer Session. New students registering for Summer 2024 will be charged a fee of $25.

Level 2 Classes (by placement)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
RAD Level 2 Ballet
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Ms. Liza/Ms. Karen
Deville Studio
RAD Level 2 Ballet
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Ms. Liza/Ms. Karen
Deville Studio
Jazz for Level 2, 3 & 4
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Ms. Holly
Howard Studio
Tap for Level 2, 3 & 4 
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Ms. Alison
Deville Studio
Lyrical for Level 2, 3 & 4 
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Ms. Holly
Howard Studio
Acro Level for 2, 3 & 4 
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Ms. Holly
Deville Studio
Broadway Triple Threat for Level 2, 3 & 4
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio

Recreational Classes

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Recreational Broadway Triple Threat for 6-10 yr old
4:30pm – 5:15pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio
Recreational Ballet for 11-15 yr old
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Ms. Liza / Ms. Lia
Howard Studio
Recreational Jazz for 6-10 yr old
4:00pm – 4:45pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Recreational Ballet for 6-10 yr old
4:45pm – 5:45pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio
WINTER SESSION ONLY Starts Feb 10th: Recreational Ballet for 6-10 yr old
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Howard Studio
Recreational Lyrical for 6-10 yr old
5:45pm – 6:30pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio
Recreational Tap for 6-10 yr old
5:15pm – 6:00pm
Ms. Michele
Howard Studio
Recreational Broadway Triple Threat for 11-15 yr old
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio
Recreational Tap for 11-15 yr old
6:30pm – 7:30pm
Ms. Michele
Howard Studio
Recreational Acro Dance for 6-10 yr old
6:00pm – 6:45pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Recreational Jazz for 11-15 yr old
7:00pm – 8:00pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Recreational Acro for 11-15 yr old
7:30pm – 8:30pm
Ms. Michele
Howard Studio

Kids Recreational (6-10 years old)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Recreational Broadway Triple Threat for 6-10 yr old
4:30pm – 5:15pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio
Kids Recreational Jazz
4:00pm – 4:45pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Recreational Tap for 6-10 yr old
5:15pm – 6:00pm
Ms. Michele
Howard Studio
Kids Recreational Ballet
4:45pm – 5:45pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio
Recreational Acro Dance for 6-10 yr old
6:00pm – 6:45pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Kids Recreational Lyrical
5:45pm – 6:30pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio

High School Dance Classes (15-19 years old)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
High School Ballet
6:45pm – 7:45pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio
High School Tap
7:00pm – 8:00pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio
High School Jazz
6:30pm – 7:30pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
High School Contemporary
8:00pm – 9:00pm
Ms. Holly
Howard Studio

2022-2023 Tuition Fee Rate

Class Duration Per Week Session (4 week) Fee Class Duration Per Week Session (4 week) Fee
30 min $78.00 3 hour $170.00
45 min $78.00 4 hour $212.00
1 hour $78.00 5 hour $248.00
1.25 hour $88.00 6 hour $273.00
1.5 hour $98.00 7 hour $294.00
1.75 hour $114.00 8 hour $315.00
2 hour $129.00 9 hour $335.00
2.25 hour $145.00 10 hour $356
2.5 hour $155.00 10.25 hour+ $361.00
2.75 hour $160.00

Annual tuition is payable in ten (10) monthly sessions. Students are not charged for the weeks the studio is closed for winter and spring break. These three weeks that there are no classes are omitted from the tuition calendar.

The tuition for each session is based upon the number of class hours in which a student is enrolled. The tuition rate per session stays the same regardless of attendance, school closures, or closures due to weather.

Registration fee and tuition are due upon registration of each student.

If a student registers in the last week of a session, payment will be due for the next monthly session as well.

Tuition is non-refundable, non-transferable, and not prorated for partial attendance.

Classes missed are considered forfeited. Credit WILL NOT be given for classes missed due to illness, vacation, school closings, or acts of nature such as inclement weather.

There is a $45.00 registration fee and a $30.00 registration fee for each additional family member. “Family member’ meaning – living in the same household.

Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Registration fee is due at the time of registration. This is valid from August 22, 2022, through the 2023 Summer Session. New students registering for Summer 2022 will be charged a fee of $25.

Level 7 Classes (by placement)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
RAD Level 7 Ballet
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Ms. Liza/Ms. Karen
Deville Studio
RAD Level 7 Ballet
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Ms. Liza/Ms. Karen
Deville Studio
Level 7 Jazz
7:00pm – 8:00pm
Ms. Holly
Deville Studio
Level 7 Contemporary
7:00pm – 8:00pm
Ms. Holly
Deville Studio
Level 7 Tap
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Ms. Michele
Howard Studio

Level 6 Classes (by placement)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Level 5 & 6 Jazz
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Ms. Holly
Deville Studio
Level 5 & 6 Lyrical/Contemporary
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Ms. Holly
Deville Studio
Level 5 & 6 Tap
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Ms. Michele
Howard Studio
RAD Level 6 Ballet
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Ms. Liza/Ms. Karen
Deville Studio
RAD Level 6 Ballet
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Ms. Liza/Ms. Karen
Deville Studio
Level 5 & 6 Acro
7:00pm – 8:00pm
Ms. Michele
Howard Studio
Level 5 & 6 Broadway Triple Threat
6:30pm – 7:30pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio

Level 4 Classes (by placement)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Level 2, 3 & 4 Jazz
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Ms. Holly
Howard Studio
Level 2, 3 & 4 Tap
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Ms. Alison
Deville Studio
Level 2, 3 & 4 Acro
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Ms. Holly
Deville Studio
Level 2, 3 & 4 Broadway Triple Threat
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio
RAD Level 4 Ballet
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Ms. Liza/Ms. Karen
Deville Studio
RAD Level 4 Ballet
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Ms. Liza/Ms. Karen
Deville Studio

Level 3 Classes (by placement)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
RAD Level 3 Ballet
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Ms. Liza/Ms. Karen
Deville Studio
RAD Level 3 Ballet
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Ms. Liza/Ms. Karen
Deville Studio
Level 2, 3 & 4 Jazz
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Ms. Holly
Howard Studio
Level 2, 3 & 4 Tap
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Ms. Alison
Deville Studio
Level 2, 3 & 4 Acro
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Ms. Holly
Deville Studio
Level 2, 3 & 4 Broadway Triple Threat
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio

Level 1 Classes (7+ years old)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
RAD Level 1 Ballet
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Ms. Liza
Deville Studio
Primary & Level 1 Broadway Triple Threat
4:00pm – 4:45pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio
RAD Level 1 Ballet
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Ms. Liza
Deville Studio
Primary & Level 1 Tap
5:00pm – 5:45pm
Ms. Alison
Deville Studio
Primary & Level 1 Jazz
4:45pm – 5:30pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Primary & Level 1 Acro
5:00pm – 5:45pm
Ms. Michele
Deville Studio

2022 Fall-Seasonal Recreational Classes

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Kids Ballet & Lyrical (Age 6-9 yr old)
Starts: September 17, 2022
Ends: Nov 14, 2022
9:15am – 10:30am
Ms. Laura
Howard Studio
Kids Jazz & Acro (Age 6-9 yr old)
Starts: September 17, 2022
Ends: Nov 14, 2022
10:30am – 11:45am
Ms. Laura
Howard Studio
Ballet & Lyrical (Age 10-16 yr old)
Starts: September 17, 2022
Ends: Nov 14, 2022
12:00pm – 1:15pm
Ms. Laura
Howard Studio

Primary Classes (6+ years old)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
RAD Primary Ballet
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Ms. Karen
Deville Studio
Primary & Level 1 Broadway Triple Threat
4:00pm – 4:45pm
Ms. Alison
Howard Studio
RAD Primary Ballet
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Ms. Karen
Deville Studio
Primary & Level 1 Tap
5:00pm – 5:45pm
Ms. Alison
Deville Studio
Primary & Level 1 Jazz
4:45pm – 5:30pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Primary & Level 1 Acro
5:00pm – 5:45pm
Ms. Michele
Deville Studio

2023 SUMMER PreSchool Weekly Schedule

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
PreSchool Ballet & Tumble
4:30pm – 5:30pm
Howard Studio
PreSchool Ballet & Tap
4:30pm – 5:30pm
Howard Studio
PreSchool Acro & Jazz
4:30pm – 5:30pm
Howard Studio

Pre-Primary Classes (5 years old)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Kids Fine Arts Club
9:30am – 11:30am
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
PreSchool Jazz*
11:00am – 12:00pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
PreSchool Acro Dance*
4:30pm – 5:15pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
RAD Pre-Primary Ballet [THUR-4:00]
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
RAD Pre-Primary Ballet [SAT]
12:15pm-1:15pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
PreSchool Jazz*
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Pre-Primary Tumble
5:00pm – 5:45pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Pre-Primary Tap
1:15pm – 2:00pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
RAD Pre-Primary Ballet [THUR-5:45]
5:45pm – 6:45pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
*PreSchool Classes are for kids 3-5 year old

Kinder Classes (4 year olds)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Kids Fine Arts Club
9:30am – 11:30am
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Kinder Tap [TUE]
4:00pm – 4:45pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
PreSchool Acro Dance*
4:30pm – 5:15pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Kinder Tap [THUR]
4:15pm – 5:00pm
 
Howard Studio
Kinder Ballet [SAT]
10:15am – 11:00am
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Kinder Ballet [TUE]
4:45pm – 5:30pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Kinder Ballet [THUR]
5:00pm – 5:45pm
 
Howard Studio
PreSchool Jazz*
11:00am – 12:00pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
PreSchool Jazz*
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
*PreSchool Classes are for kids 3-5 year old

Tiny Tots Classes (3 year olds)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Kids Fine Arts Club
9:30am – 11:30am
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Tiny Tots Tap
4:30pm – 5:30pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
PreSchool Acro Dance*
4:30pm – 5:15pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Tiny Tots Ballet
9:30am – 10:15am
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Tiny Tots Ballet
5:15pm – 6:00pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
PreSchool Jazz*
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
PreSchool Jazz*
11:00am – 12:00pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
*PreSchool Classes are for kids 3-5 year old
Total HOUR/s of Class per WEEK 7 WEEK Summer 2023 Rate (June 19 to August 12) Total HOUR/s of Class per WEEK 7 week Summer 2023 Rate (June 19 to August 12)
FULL PAYMENT for ALL 7 weeks
DUE ON REGISTRATION
2 PAYMENT OPTION:
First PAYMENT DUE ON REGISTRATION
Second PAYMENT AUTOMATICALLY CHARGED ON 7/10/23
Up to 1 hr $140 Up to 1 hr $75
2 hr $230 2 hr $122
3 hr $305 3 hr $161
4 $375 4 $197
Day Date Time Class Ages
SUMMER DANCE CAMPS
Mon-Thur June 20-24 9am – 12pm Rainbow Sparkle Unicorn Camp 3 – 5 yrs
Mon-Thur June 27 – June 30 9am – 12pm Perfect Princess Camp 3 – 5 yrs
Mon-Thur June 27 – June 30 1pm – 4pm Unicorn University Camp 5 – 7 yrs
Tue-Fri July 5-8 9am – 12pm Fairy Frolic Adventure Camp, 4th of July (Monday) – NO CLASSES 3 – 5 yrs
Mon-Thur July 11-14 9am – 12pm Enchanted Encanto Camp 3 – 5 yrs
Mon-Thur July 11-14 1pm – 4pm Encanto Camp 5 – 7 yrs
Mon – Frid July 11 – 15 1pm – 4pm Broadway Bound Camp 8 – 13 yrs
Mon-Thur July 18-21 9am – 12pm Mermaid Magic Camp 3 – 5 yrs
Mon-Thur July 18-21 1pm – 4pm Encanto Camp 5- 7 yrs
Mon-Thur July 25-28 9am – 12pm Royal Princess Ball Camp 3 – 5 yrs
Mon-Thur Aug 1 – Aug 4 9am – 12pm Teddy Bear Adventure Camp 3 – 5 yrs
Mon-Thur Aug 1 – Aug 4 1pm – 4pm Step Into the Spotlight 5 – 7 yrs
Day Date Time Class Ages
WEEKLY SUMMER CLASSES
Monday June 20 – Aug 1 4:30pm – 5:30pm Kiddie Ballet & Tap 3 & 4 yrs
Monday June 20 – Aug 1 5:30pm – 6:30pm Kids Jazz & Acro 5 – 7 yrs
Tuesday June 21 – Aug 2 4:30pm – 5:15pm Pre-School Ballet 3 & 4 yrs
Tuesday June 21 – Aug 2 4:30pm – 5:30pm Ballet Technique B 8 – 12 yrs
Tuesday June 21 – Aug 2 5:30pm – 6:30pm Musical Theater Jazz Technique 8 – 12 yrs
Tuesday June 21 – Aug 2 5:30pm – 6:30pm Jazz Technique B 10 yrs & up
Tuesday June 12 – Aug 2 6:30pm – 7:30pm Lyrical Technique B 10 yrs & up
Wednesday June 22 – Aug 3 5:30pm – 6:30pm Pre-School Acro Dance 3 & 4 yrs
Wednesday June 22 – Aug 3 4:30pm – 5:30pm Ballet Technique A 5 – 7 yrs
Wednesday June 22 – Aug 3 5:30pm – 6:30pm Kids Tap 5 – 7 yrs
Wednesday June 22 – Aug 3 4:30pm – 6:00pm Acro Technique 7 – 13 yrs
Wednesday June 22 – Aug 3 6:00pm – 7:00pm Adult Ballet Adults
Thursday June 23 – Aug 4 5:30pm – 6:30pm Jazz Technique A 6 – 9 yrs
Thursday June 23 – Aug 4 6:00pm – 7:00pm Lyrical Techninque A 6 – 9 yrs
Thursday June 23 – Aug 4 4:30pm – 5:30pm Tap Technique A 6 – 9 yrs
Thursday June 23 – Aug 4 4:30pm – 5:30pm Tap Technique B 10 yrs & up
Fridays June 24 – Aug 5 9:00am – 9:30am Creative Movement & Music 2 yrs
Fridays June 24 – Aug 5 9:30am – 11:30am Kids Fine Arts Club 3 – 5 yrs
Saturday June 25 – Aug 6 9:30am – 10:15am PreSchool Ballet [SAT] 3 – 4 yrs
Saturday June 25 – Aug 6 10:15am – 11:30am Kids Ballet & Lyrical 5 – 7 yrs
TUITION TIER 1 TIER 2 TIER 3
Register and pay 50 % deposit by April 20 and pay full tuition balance by May 20. Register and pay 50% deposit by May 20 and pay full tuition balance by June 20. Register and pay 50% deposit by June 20 and pay full by July 20.
Intermediate and Advanced Ballet Intensive one week $ 550.00 $ 594.00 $ 638.00
two weeks $ 995.00 $ 1,074.00 $ 1,154.00
Entire three weeks $ 1,415.00 $ 1,528.00 $ 1,641.00
TUITION TIER 1 TIER 2 TIER 3
Register and pay 50 % deposit by April 20 and pay full tuition balance by May 20. Register and pay 50% deposit by May 20 and pay full tuition balance by June 20. Register and pay 50% deposit by June 20 and pay full by July 20.
Junior Ballet Intensive one week $ 450.00 $ 486.00 $ 522.00
two weeks $ 895.00 $ 967.00 $ 1,038.00
Entire three weeks $ 1,315.00 $ 1,424.00 $ 1,525.00
TUITION TIER 1 TIER 2 TIER 3
Register and pay 50% deposit by April 20; full payment oftuition balance is due by May 20. Register and pay 50% deposit by May 20; full payment oftuition balance is due by June 20. Register by June 20;full tuition payment is due.
Aspiring Dancers’ Ballet Workshop one week $ 245.00 $ 265.00 $ 284.00
two weeks $ 450.00 $ 486.00 $ 522.00
Entire three weeks $ 655.00 $708.00 $ 759.00

2023 WINTER Seasonal Classes (Ages2-5)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Creative Movement (Age 2 yr old)
Starts: January 28, 2023
Ends: April 1, 2023
9:00am – 9:30am
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
Creative Movement (Age 2 yr old)
Starts: Januray 23, 2023
Ends: March 27, 2023
4:00pm – 4:30pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio
PreSchool Ballet & Tumble – SPRING(Age: 3-5 years old)
Starts: Februeary 9, 2023
Ends: April 20, 2023
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Howard Studio
PreSchool Ballet & Tumble – WINTER(Age: 3-5 years old)
Starts: January 27, 2023
Ends: March 31, 2023
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Ms. Danielle
Howard Studio

Level Placement Class

  • A Level Placement class will allow the teacher to assess the student and then make the best recommendation for the appropriate level that will be beneficial to the student’s learning and growth. The recommended level will be based on their performance in the class, age and ability. The teacher will then inform the Front Office staff or the child’s parent after this class. There is a level placement fee of $25.00.

New Students

  • Parents should register based on the age of the child by August 21, 2023.
  • New students ages 2 years – 6 years do not need to do a level placement class.
  • New students enrolling in dance classes, particularly ballet, from ages 7 and up and with previous dance training must take a Level Placement Class before registering for classes.
  • New students will be placed in a class according to their age, skill level, and experience. Coastal Dance Centre Ballet technique class levels do not necessarily correspond with levels offered at a student’s previous school. It may also be possible that a student may remain in a level for more than one year. Should a student’s level placement change once classes are in session, any necessary tuition adjustment will be reflected on the student’s next invoice and may require uniform change.
  • All level placements are at the discretion of CDC teaching staff and subject to the approval of the Artistic Directors.

Returning Students

  • All returning CDC students who have taken and passed the RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) exam in the previous dance year, are to register for the next level. Returning students who have not taken the RAD exam should contact the Front Office to inquire about the level recommendation.

Policies, Procedure & Other Fees

Communication

Coastal Dance Centre uses a variety of communications to keep families up to date:

  • Email is the primary method of communicating information to parents and students. Please keep your email addresses updated and make sure to opt in to email blasts in the Parent Portal to receive the latest information. Also be sure to check your spam/junk folders for emails.

  • Our website is also a valuable tool for communicating with parents. It includes information on class schedules, events and much more.

  • Monthly Newsletter is another resource of information, including upcoming events. 

  • In the event of an emergency or cancellation of classes due to weather or otherwise, communication will be sent by email and/or text message to the contact information in the Parent Portal. Please keep this information up to date.

Automatic Payment Information

  • Upon registration, ALL families are required to submit automatic payment information to reserve the student’s spot for class.
  • Tuition is paid via credit/debit card (Visa, MasterCard or Discover).
  • Payment of tuition and additional scheduled fees will be charged automatically on the Friday prior to the start of the new session throughout the 2022-2023 dance year.
  • Any denied transactions will be charged a $30 late fee and any additional bank charge that may apply.
  • All registrants wanting to pay by cash, check, or alternate credit card must do so by the Monday prior to the start of the new session, or tuition will be charged to the payment information on file.
  • For Cash Payments, always make sure you get a receipt (email / hard copy). In case a non-payment issue comes up or needs to be clarified with you, the receipt is your proof of payment. We have a “No Receipt – No Payment Received” policy.
  • Checks should be made payable to “Coastal Dance Centre.” All NSF or returned checks will be charged a $35.00 service fee per check.
  • Families can view their account balances, change their credit card information, if necessary, and make payments at any time through the Parent Portal at coastaldancecentre.com.
  • Personalized Payment Plan agreement contracts can be arranged with the Front Office. This should be in place before your child attends classes.  A one-time service of $30 will be assessed.

Any changes to your payment type or schedule must be submitted IN WRITING to the office, or tuition and additional fees will  be charged to the payment information on file.

Late Payment Policy

  • Please pay your tuition on time. A $30.00 late fee will automatically be added to unpaid accounts after the stated monthly session due date regardless of absence or illness. The late fee is also applied to the tuition amount of those accounts with declined cards. Checks returned for nonpayment will incur the late fee and Non Sufficient Funds Fee incurred by Coastal Dance Centre.
  • The quality of the delivery of our programs depends upon a system of mutual respect and cooperation. We understand that anyone may make a late payment from time to time, but please be respectful of our late fee policy and when applicable, graciously include your late fee in your next payment.. If your credit card information has changed, please notify the Front Office before the next payment deadline.
  • Students who fall two (2) sessions behind on payment will not be allowed to take dance class/es, rehearsals, competition, and performance, until the account is paid in full, including late fees.
  • Coastal Dance Centre reserves the right to prohibit students with outstanding fees from attending classes and rehearsals until full payment is received. Course of action may be taken, including possible termination of enrollment. All delinquent accounts will be turned over to a collection agency.

 

LATE FEE POLICIES ARE STRICTLY ENFORCED AND ASSESSED PROMPTLY. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Refund Policy

  • Once classes have begun, tuition is not refundable. Enrollment guarantees a place in the classroom and is a commitment to fulfill tuition requirements. Students who miss class or withdraw before the end of the session are still obligated for the full session’s fees
  • ​​We do not issue refunds or credit for early withdrawal.
  • In the case of withdrawal from class, the required “Withdrawal Form” must be submitted to the front office no less than 15 days prior to the start of the upcoming session to stop the accrual of tuition charges.
  • No refunds are issued once a child has attended class in any given monthly session. 
  • Any student who takes one class in a monthly session must pay for the entire monthly session.

No refunds are given for classes missed because of illness, injury, or vacation. Credit will be considered only for a prolonged injury or health problem with supporting medical documentation and is subject to a 15% administrative charge.

Changing or Withdrawing from Class

  • Coastal Dance Centre must be notified in writing no fewer than 15 days prior to the start of the upcoming monthly session of any changes to your original schedule (adding or removing classes or withdrawal from classes) or your account will be billed accordingly.
  • If a student chooses to discontinue any or all classes during the dance year, the parent or guardian must contact the front office staff to complete and sign a withdrawal form.
  • Withdrawal may not be transacted verbally with teachers or Front Office Staff or over the phone.
  • Withdrawal forms must be submitted 15 days prior to the start of the upcoming monthly session. In the event a withdrawal form is submitted fewer than 15 days prior to the start of the new monthly session, the entire monthly session’s tuition will be charged.
  • There are no refunds given for students who discontinue taking classes/lessons at any time during the monthly session.
  • If a student chooses to re-enroll after withdrawing from all classes, there will be an additional re-registration fee of $30.

Interruption of Services

  • If we are mandated to close our studio building due to any government order, or any unforeseen circumstances, such circumstances include without limitation natural disasters or acts of God, acts of terrorism, war, government acts or orders, epidemics, pandemics or outbreak of communicable disease, quarantines, national or regional emergencies, or any other cause classes will convert to virtual classes and instruction will continue.
  • There may be an approximate one-week transition period from the date of the shelter in place order until virtual classes begin in order to allow us to implement our action plan.
  • Coastal Dance Centre shall not provide a refund or credit for classes canceled in the case of such events.
  • In the event the studio must close due to force de majeure, we will transfer our programming to virtual classes.
  • If your family would like to opt out of virtual classes, a withdrawal notice will be required. 
  • If a student chooses to re-enroll after withdrawing from all classes, there will be an additional re-registration fee of $30 as stated in the Withdrawal Policy.
  • If the studio is forced to close and cannot operate via virtual classes, we will freeze accounts until further notice.

2023 SUMMER Recreational Classes

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
RECREATIONAL Ballet
For Ages 6 to 8 years old
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Howard Studio
RECREATIONAL Acro & Jazz 
For ages 6 to 8 years old
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Howard Studio
RECREATIONAL Acro & Jazz
For Ages 9 to 14 years old
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Howard Studio
Summer Camp: Broadway Triple Threat, Sing, Dance and Act to the Lion King Broadway
JULY 24 – 28 
1 pm – 4 pm
Howard Studio

2023 SUMMER Adult Dance Weekly Schedule

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Adult Beginners BALLET
12 noon to 1pm
Deville Studio
Adult Intermediate BALLET
6:00pm to 7:15pm
Deville Studio
Adult Beginners TAP
6:30pm to 7:30pm
Deville Studio
Adult Intermediate TAP
6:30pm to 7:30pm
Deville Studio

2023 SUMMER Level 5, 6 & 7 Weekly Schedule

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Leaps & Turns for Levels 3 to 7
(with teacher’s approval)
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Deville Studio
Contemporary for Levels 5,6,7
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Deville Studio

2023 SUMMER Level 2,3,4 Weekly Schedule

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Acro for Levels 2, 3 & 4
4:30pm – 5:30pm
Deville Studio
Jazz for Levels 2, 3 & 4
4:30pm – 5:30pm
Howard Studio
Lyrical for Levels 2, 3 & 4
4:30pm – 5:30pm
Deville Studio
Leaps & Turns for Levels 3 to 7
(with teacher’s approval)
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Deville Studio
Ballet for Level 2, 3 & 4
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Deville Studio
Tap for Level 2, 3 & 4
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Deville Studio
Summer Camp: Broadway Triple Threat, Sing, Dance and Act to the Lion King Broadway
JULY 24 – 28 
1 pm – 4 pm
Howard Studio

2023 SUMMER Primary/Level 1 Weekly Schedule

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Ballet for Primary/ Level 1 
4:30pm – 5:30pm
Deville Studio
RECREATIONAL Acro & Jazz 
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Howard Studio
RECREATIONAL Ballet
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Howard Studio
Acro & Jazz for Primary/ Level 1 
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Howard Studio
Tap for Primary/ Level 1 
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Deville Studio

Summer Camps 2023 Schedule

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
June 19 to 22 (4 day Dance Camp) Ages 3 to 5 9 am to12 noon Fancy Freeze Frozen Adventure
Ages 5 to 7 1 pm to 4 pm Frozen Summer
June 26 to 29 (4 day Dance Camp) Ages 3 to 5 9 am to 12 noon Paw-ty! with Paw Patrol
July 5 to 7 (3 day Dance Camp) Ages 3 to 5 9 am to 12 noon Enchanted Encanto
July 10 to 13 (4 day Dance Camp) Ages 3 to 5 9 am to 12 noon MerMagical Mermaids
July 17 to 20 (4 day Dance Camp) Ages 3 to 5 9 am to 12 noon Hair in the Air: Trolls!
Ages 5 to 7 1 pm to 4 pm Rockin’ and Trollin’
July 24 to 27 (4 day Dance Camp) Ages 3 to 5 9 am to 12 noon Twirltopia Princess Academy
July 24 to 28 (5 day Musical Theater Camp) Ages 8 and up 1 pm to 4 pm Lion King Broadway Camp
July 31 to August 3 (4 Day Sing & Dance Camp) Ages 3 to 5 9 am to 12 noon Pop Star Minis
Ages 5 to 7 1 pm to 4 pm Pop Star Kids
August 7 to 10 Ages 3 to 5 9 am to 12 noon Disney Dance Party

2023 SPRING Seasonal Adult Dance

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Adult Beginner Ballet
Starts: Mar 28, 2023
Ends: May 23, 2023
(no classes on Apr 6)
11:00am – 12:00pm
Ms. Liza
Deville Studio
Adult Intermediate Ballet
Starts: Mar 28, 2023
Ends: May 23, 2023
(no classes on Apr 4)
7:30pm – 8:45pm
Ms. Liza
Deville Studio
Adult Beginner/Advanced Beginner TAP
Starts: April 12, 2023
Ends: May 31, 2023
7:00pm – 8:00pm
Ms. Michele
Howard Studio
Adult Intermediate/Advanced TAP
Starts: April 13, 2023
Ends: June 1, 2023
7:30pm – 8:30pm
Ms. Michele
Deville Studio

Adult Dance Tuition Rate - SUMMER 2023

CLASS ACCESS: (valid for Summer Session only)

7 classes for Tap
$120

 

6 classes for Ballet
$110

 

 > No registration fee for these classes
TUITION TIER 1 TIER 2 TIER 3
Register and pay 50% deposit by April 20; full payment oftuition balance is due by May 20. Register and pay 50% deposit by May 20; full payment oftuition balance is due by June 20. Register by June 20;full tuition payment is due.
Beginning Ballet Workshop one week $ 195.00 $ 210.00 $ 226.00
two weeks $ 375.00 $ 405.00 $ 435.00
Entire three weeks $ 550.00 $ 594.00 $ 638.00