Q: How do I enroll my child or myself in CBAT?
To enroll, you must pay a $30.00 USD registration fee and your first month’s tuition. You will also be required to confirm your acceptance of all CBAT policies during the registration process.

Q: Is the registration fee refundable?
No, the $30.00 USD registration fee is non-refundable unless you accidentally register multiple times.

Q: How do I secure a spot in a class?
Spots are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis and are confirmed only after full payment of the registration fee. Classes are capped at 12 students.

Q: What happens if a class is full?
Your dancer will be placed on a waitlist in the order received. You’ll have 12 hours to claim your spot if one opens up.

Q: What does the season include?
The CBAT season runs from August through June (11 months total).

Q: When is tuition due?
Tuition is automatically charged to the card on file on the 1st of each month.

Q: What happens if my tuition payment is late?
A 10% late fee is charged after the 3rd of each month.

Q: Do I pay tuition in December and June even if I don’t attend?
Yes. Tuition for December and June is due regardless of attendance.

Q: Are holidays and closures included in tuition?
Yes. CBAT, school, and government holidays are accounted for in tuition.

Q: Can I withdraw from the program?
Yes, but a signed Withdrawal Contract and two full months’ written notice are required.

Q: What happens if I give less than two months’ notice?

• One month’s notice: One month’s tuition is due as a cancellation fee.

• No notice: A two-month cancellation fee is charged.

Q: Are refunds offered for missed classes or early withdrawal?
No refunds are available. However, with sufficient medical documentation, tuition credit may be issued for future use by immediate family members (for those who prepaid in full or half-year packages).

Q: Are performances required for students at CBAT?
Performances are an essential part of training at CBAT and participation is expected. Students are cast based on availability, attendance, behavior, and ability to meet rehearsal expectations.

Q: When are the main performances?
CBAT’s seasonal performances are typically held in December and May.

Q: What if my child can’t perform?
If a student will not participate in a performance, families must notify CBAT in writing before October 1st (for the winter performance) or February 1st (for the spring performance) to avoid costume charges. Late notice will result in full costume charges, regardless of whether the student performs.

Q: Are Saturday classes required?
Saturday classes are not required, but they are highly encouraged for all students at CBAT. These classes are included in tuition at no extra cost.

Q: Why should my child attend Saturday classes?
Saturday classes offer valuable training time and often feature specialized instruction that reinforces and builds upon weekday lessons. They are a great opportunity for additional skill development and community engagement.

Q: Are performances or choreography ever rehearsed on Saturdays?
Yes. Some choreography and performance scenes are only rehearsed on Saturdays. Students who do not attend these rehearsals may be excluded from the corresponding scenes. Families will be notified in advance when these sessions are scheduled.

Q: Will I be told ahead of time if a Saturday class includes choreography or performance prep?
Yes. The director or staff will provide advance notice when specific scenes or choreography will be rehearsed on Saturdays.

Q: Who chooses the costumes for performances?
All costumes for CBAT productions are selected and ordered by the Director. This ensures consistency in quality, style, and suitability for choreography. If a different arrangement is needed, it must be discussed and approved by the Director in advance.

Q: Are there additional fees for costumes?
Yes, costume fees are separate from tuition. These fees will be communicated in advance and must be paid by the stated deadline to ensure timely ordering.

Q: Can I purchase my own costume for my child?
Only if approved by the Director beforehand. In most cases, costumes are ordered centrally to maintain a cohesive look on stage.

Q: What if a student misses class or rehearsals—can they still perform?
Students must meet attendance and rehearsal requirements to perform. Those who do not meet expectations may lose performance eligibility, regardless of costume purchase.

Q: When will we find out details about performance costumes?
Costume information will be provided well in advance, including fitting schedules, payment deadlines, and care instructions.

Q: When are costume payments due?

• Winter (December) costume payment is due by October 1st.

• Spring (June) costume payment is due by February 1st.

Q: Are costume fees refundable?
No. Costume payments are non-refundable and required even if your dancer misses the performance, unless written notice was given before the deadlines listed above.

Q: What happens if I pay late for a costume?
Costume orders placed after the deadline may result in additional charges, or the dancer may not be able to participate in the performance.

Q: Will I receive a tuition discount if my child misses class?
No. Tuition will not be discounted for absences due to personal reasons.

Q: Can my child make up a missed class? Yes. Missed classes can be made up in any regular CBAT class (excluding Adult or Mommy and Me classes). To schedule a make-up class, please contact the Director, Kristi, at director@cbatballet.com.

Q: Can adults attend children’s classes for make-up sessions?
No. Adults may not attend children’s classes without special approval from the Director.

Q: What happens if my child is late to class?
If a student arrives 15 minutes late or more, they will not participate in the class but are expected to stretch and take notes to receive class credit.

Q: How do absences affect performance eligibility?
To be eligible to perform in CBAT productions, students must meet attendance and rehearsal requirements. Students with more than 5 unexcused absences per semester will not be permitted to perform. Missing a 6th class makes a student ineligible for performances.

Q: What counts as an unexcused absence?
Unexcused absences are missed classes that are not made up in an eligible CBAT class.

Q: Do Saturday classes count toward the 5-absence limit?
No. Saturday class attendance is not included in the 5-unexcused-absence limit, but students are still encouraged to attend.

Q: Are rehearsals during performance week mandatory?
Yes. All scheduled rehearsals during performance week are mandatory. Missing any of them will result in ineligibility to perform.

Q: Who decides if a student can perform?
Performance eligibility may be revoked at any time by the lead instructors or studio director due to lack of preparation, participation, or missed requirements.

Q: Can I post videos or photos from class?
Choreography may not be posted in full. All choreography is the property of CBAT and cannot be reused without written permission.

Q: What if someone posts inappropriate content about CBAT?
Inappropriate or slanderous posts are cause for immediate dismissal. Offenders must remove such content before their student may return to class.

Q: Will CBAT use photos or videos of my child?
Yes, unless you opt out in writing before your child participates in class or events.

Q: Can I observe my child’s class?
Yes, from the waiting area doorway. Please step back if your presence becomes a distraction. Only instructors may approve in-room visitors.

Q: Are students allowed to use phones or devices?
Devices must remain on silent and are only allowed if the instructor permits. Misuse will result in devices being held until class ends.

Q: What conduct is expected at CBAT?
Students, parents, and guardians must behave respectfully toward instructors, volunteers, and each other. Disruptive or inappropriate behavior may result in dismissal.

Q: Can I recruit or solicit CBAT students for another program?
No. Recruitment of CBAT students by current or recent members is not permitted and is grounds for dismissal.

Q: What are the COVID-19 and illness-related policies?

• All members must follow posted and communicated health and safety rules.

• A health declaration may be required based on CDC guidance.

• False declarations or non-compliance may result in suspension or expulsion (tuition still due).

• Members attend at their own risk and must assess potential health risks.

Q: Does CBAT assume liability for injury or illness?
No. Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. You must release CBAT and its staff from any claims related to injury, illness (including COVID-19), or other liabilities.