Studio Policies

Studio policies must be signed virtually via your parent portal account in order to access enrollment.

Rules and Regulations

• Students are placed in classes according to what they have accomplished during the years they have studied dance. Dedication and natural ability are also considered. Our experienced teachers make the final determination on class level to support appropriate progress and training.

• No chewing gum, food, or drink are allowed in the studio or lobby; water only.

• Please label all dancewear, shoes & water bottles with student's name.

• Hair must be pulled back and kept away from the face.

• No jewelry of any kind should be worn to class.

• Dancers must wear a cover-up when entering and exiting the studio.

• We reserve the right to dismiss any student or family who upsets the harmony of the school.

• Punctuality- it is disruptive to the student and teacher to enter class late. Please do not drop off your child early or leave them at the studio after their class time. We are not equipped to watch children that are not in a scheduled class.

• Absences- teachers will not slow down a class to accommodate a previously absent student. Absences may be made up within the same month based on availability. Make up classes must be arranged with the studio office. Make-ups are strongly discouraged March-May since each class is working on a different recital dance.

• Participation in recitals will be based on attendance, attitude, ability and cooperation of the student. Decisions regarding participation in these events will be made by the SMSD staff.

• All lost & found items will be donated on the 1st of each month.

Tuition, Fees & Enrollment

• Tuition for the final month of the dance year (May 2026) is charged in advance as a deposit. Students will not pay tuition next May. This is non-refundable if a drop occurs, but it may be applied towards a continued month of class.

• Tuition payments are due monthly and will be charged on the 10th of each month September-April.

• Late payments are subject to a $15/student late fee.

• Refunds or credits will not be issued for classes canceled due to inclement weather.

• Notice of a drop must be given two weeks in advance of next billing date to the studio office in writing (by email or filling out a drop form in person in the studio office). A verbal drop to a teacher, friend, or office staff is not acceptable. Failure to notify will result in continued tuition payments.

• Tuition is due for the entire month in which the drop occurs. No student may drop and re-enroll without full repayment of registration fees.

• Registration, tuition, recital, and costume fees are non-refundable.

• All class schedules are subject to change at SMSD’s discretion.

• We are happy to talk with parents. It is important we be made aware of any change in the student's attitude toward their class. Please feel free to call us at 512.345.1284 or email info@smsdance.com.

• Summer camps: Tuition: $250/week for current SMSD students, $260/week for new students. Multi-camp discount: $10 off each additional camp. $100 non-refundable deposit due upon registering. Balance due first day of camp.

• Summer classes: There is no registration fee for the summer session. The full summer session tuition amount will be charged on 6/9/25. If enrolling after that date the full summer session tuition will be charged upon registration.

• By providing credit card information, you authorize Shirley McPhail School of Dance to charge your card on the 10th of each month for dance class tuition, or for any workshops, series, or other scheduled programs requiring payment. You also authorize Shirley McPhail School of Dance to charge your credit card on the due date for all registration fees, recital fees, costume fees, and late fees should payment fail to be submitted voluntarily. We do not prorate for missed classes. This authorization will remain in effect until you cancel it in writing (for dance classes that run Sept-May). Shirley McPhail School of Dance must be notified in writing of any changes in account information or termination of classes at least 14 days prior to the next billing date. If the above noted payment dates fall on a weekend or holiday, payments may be executed on the next business day.

**ALL TUITION AND FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. FULL BREAKDOWN OF TUITION & FEES BELOW.**

Tuition & Fees

2025-2026 Tuition

Hours per week Monthly Tuition

.75 $75

1 $82

1.25 $103

1.5 $123

1.75 $142

2 $160

2.25 $176

2.5 $190

2.75 $204

3 $216

3.25 $231

3.5 $245

3.75 $259

4 $272

4.25 $285

4.5 $297

4.75 $309

5 $320

5.25 $331

5.5 $341

5.75 $351

6 $360

6.25 $368

6.5 $376

6.75 $384

7 $392

Multi-student Discounts

2nd Student = 8% Discount 

3rd Student = 12% Discount     

4th Student = 15% Discount 

5th Student = 50% Discount

• Registration Fee: Non-refundable. Charged upon registration. $55 for 1st student, $30 for any additional students.

• May 2026 Tuition: Non-refundable. Charged August 5 (due upon registration if enrolling after August 5).

• September 2025-April 2026 Tuition: Charged on the 10th of the month. Late payments are subject to a $15/student late fee.

• Costume Deposit: $90/dancer/class. Charged on November 10.

• Recital Fee: $150/family. Charged January 12.

• Late Fees: $15/student for any payment past due.