Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is your withdrawal policy?

    We require written notification via email by the 25th of each month BEFORE the monthly installment is due to withdraw from Gravity Dance. Please email us to withdraw from your class(es). We will terminate your monthly installment, or, if a full year was paid, we will refund the remaining installments minus 30%. If you choose to withdraw in the middle of a month, no refund will be given for any unattended classes. This withdrawal policy remains in effect even if we have a shelter in place mandate from federal, state or local government. 

  • When do you have performances?

    We will hold Winter Wonderland show(s) in January and Spring Spectacular show(s) at the end of the season in May featuring all Gravity dancers! This is an exciting and rewarding part of the season that everyone looks forward to. In addition, our performance dancers will participate in a Halloween show in October and a community performance in March/April so you can see their progress in class. 

  • Is there a recital fee?

    Tickets for spectators will need to be purchased for each show/recital.


    In addition, a $35 end of season show fee will be due on March 15th for all dancers in a full season class. This fee helps cover the costs associated with planning the production and includes a special year-end gift for the dancers as well as a show t-shirt. 


     Information regarding all performances is sent via email at least one month prior to the show.  

  • What other costs may be incurred throughout the season?

    We feel it's important to be as upfront as possible regarding costs that may come up throughout the season so that you can plan accordingly! 


    In addition to your monthly tuition, the following costs will be billed to your card on file on the following dates:

    Performance Costume Fees:

    • Performance Dancers - November 15 •  see class schedule for specific costs for each class

    Premier + Edge  Costume + Competition Fees:

    • Premier team dancers - Costume + Competition fees will be split into 7 equal monthly installments starting in November - May. 

    •Edge team dancers - Costume + Competition fees will be split into 9 equal monthly installments starting in September - May. 

    Year-End Recital Fee:

    • March 15: Year end show fee of $35 due for all full season  dancers participating in the year end show.

    Other costs to plan for:

    •Tickets to the Winter & Spring recitals

    •Custom Gravity Dance gear available to purchase throughout the season (optional)

    •Shoes & tights which are not included in the costume fee

    •Class pictures taken in the spring (optional to purchase)

  • Do you offer a discount for paying the full season upfront?

    If you opt to pay the entire season in full prior September 30, you will receive a 5% discount on your class fees.


    *Please note: If you pay your dancer’s tuition for the full year and then withdraw from classes for any reason (loss of interest, school obligations, injury, illness, etc) a 30% penalty will be applied to your refund for the remainder of the year. We suggest you only pay for the full year if you are 100% confident your dancer will participate fully in the entire season. 


General Rules

Please contact us if you have any questions!

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  • No food or drinks other than water inside the studios.
  • No cell phones, smart watches (i.e. apple watch), smart earphones (i.e. airpods), are allowed in the dance rooms at any time. If they are inside a dance bag, they should be turned off. If dancers are wearing these in class, they will be asked to remove and take to front desk staff for safekeeping until class is over.
  • Children in the lobby must be attended to at all times. Please refrain from running, climbing on furniture, etc.
  • All personal belongings may be kept in the hallway cubbies outside of each studio or in the studio with the dancer if needed. Gravity Dance is not responsible for items left behind. Please be sure you check for all belongings before leaving the studio.
  • Preschool & Kindergarten parents: Please take your dancer to the restroom BEFORE class begins to avoid accidents and disruptions to class.
  • Please make an effort to be prompt! Dancers should be able to start class on time with their teammates and be picked up on time when class is over.
  • No parents, friends or siblings are allowed in the classroom at any time. This is for the benefit of your dancer. They will learn more if we have their complete attention.
  • Viewing windows will be open the first full week of each month.
  • If your dancer drops a class, we must be notified by the 25th of that month. You will be responsible for payment until the written notice is received. See more information above in our frequently asked questions section.
  • For the safety of your dancer, we follow St. Michael-Albertville’s decisions on inclement weather school closings. However, you should always use your own judgement when deciding to travel due to weather. We will confirm our closing via email when inclement weather affects Gravity Dance. We will also communicate all schedule changes on social media as well! No refunds for inclement weather. All classes missed due to inclement weather can be made up at your convenience using our existing class schedule.
  • Our staff is available during office hours to answer any questions you might have! If you need to speak with your child’s teacher, please call or email to set up an appointment as we rarely have time in-between classes. You can reach us at info@gravitydancestudio.com or 763-777-9257.