CYDT STUDIO POLICIES & EXPECTATIONS
DRESS CODE FOR CLASSES
All dancers are required to follow the CYDT dress code. Absolutely no street clothing is permitted unless specifically requested. Improper clothing can negatively impact technique, precision, floor grip, and visibility in the studio. The CYDT dress code ensures that dancers can move to the best of their ability and focus on their steps—not on what they are wearing.
HAIR, BRAIDS & EXTENSIONS
All long hair and braids must be tied back neatly and secured away from the face and neck.
Beads are strongly discouraged for safety and to minimize distractions.
Absolutely no du-rags, headwraps, head ties, bandanas, shower caps, or bonnets are permitted in the studio.
JEWELLERY & HEADWEAR
No body jewelry (including earrings, chains, bracelets, or ankle beads) is allowed in classes or performances unless specifically required as part of a costume.
Eyeglasses may be worn in class but must be safely secured.
| Class | Dancewear | Shoes |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Primary Ballet |
|
Pink canvas split sole ballet shoes |
| Ballet (all other levels) |
|
Flesh-tone canvas split sole ballet shoes |
| Jazz (all levels) |
|
Flesh-tone split sole jazz shoes |
| Tap (ages 5–8) |
|
Flesh-tone Velcro tap shoes (no laces) |
| Competitive Tap |
|
Flesh-tone Capezio Style CG19 tie-lace tap shoes |
| Acro (all levels) |
|
N/A |
| Hip Hop (all levels) |
|
Clean white indoor running shoes Note: All dancers must wear white running shoes to class each week and for the year-end recital. No street shoes allowed. |
| Afro-Caribbean |
|
N/A |
FEES AND PAYMENTS
FEE SCHEDULE
The CYDT dance season runs from September to June, consisting of thirty-six weeks of lessons. For your convenience, payments may be made monthly (10 installments) or in 3 equal term payments.
SPECIAL FEES
In addition to monthly tuition, parents are responsible for the following costs:
Recreational dancers – Costumes: $75–$80 per dance
Competitive dancers – Costumes: $100 per dance
Guest Workshops: $20 per child
Picture Day: $35 per child
“From Studio to Stage” Recital Tickets: $30 (based on venue)
Special Productions: $30–$35 (based on venue)
THE DANCE YEAR IS DIVIDED INTO 4 TERMS
Term 1: September to November
Term 2: December to February
Term 3: March to June
Term 4: June to August (Mandatory for Competitive Students)
REGISTRATION AND FEES
Registrations are completed online through our portal system. Fees are calculated based on the classes selected. A non-refundable registration fee of $25 applies ($35 for families with 2–3 children). Payment must be made prior to attending classes. Follow-up fees are due on the 1st day of each term or month. Fees can be paid onsite by credit card or debit, or by e-transfer to accounting@cydttoronto.com. Please note that CYDT does not accept cash or cheques.
PAYMENT
Fees are due on the 1st day of each month.
Payments received after 5:00 PM on the 2nd will be considered late and subject to a $25 late fee.
Term payments must be made on the 1st of the leading month (September, December, or March).
REFUND POLICY
A $25 administrative fee will be applied to process any refund.
Term 1 fees are non-refundable after the 4th week of the session.
Term 2 and 3 fees are non-refundable once the session has started.
All refund requests must be submitted in writing.
Fees will not be refunded for missed classes or classes already taken.
Recital costume fees are non-refundable after November 1st.
CLOSURES AND CANCELLATIONS
CYDT reserves the right to cancel any class temporarily or permanently due to emergencies, weather conditions, or low enrollment.
Snow Days: In the event of a snowstorm, please call the studio after 3:00 PM on weekdays and 7:30 AM on weekends for a recorded update on whether classes will be held.
Updates will also be posted on our Instagram page: @cydt_toronto.
Parents will not receive individual phone calls. Please ensure the studio has your current email address to stay informed.
GENERAL STUDIO POLICIES
Parents are kindly asked to notify the studio or inform the teacher when their child will be absent.
Cell phones are strictly prohibited during class time. All student phones must be placed in the basket provided on the instructor’s shelf and remain there until class ends.
Electronic devices (games, tablets, phones) must not be plugged into hallway outlets.
Video recording during class is permitted only with prior permission.
Students waiting for their class must remain supervised and are not allowed in the studio space unsupervised.
Please help keep our facilities clean: remove all boots and outdoor shoes in carpeted areas.
Outdoor shoes are not permitted on studio floors.
CANCELLED CLASS POLICY
If classes are cancelled due to teacher illness or performance obligations, a make-up class will be scheduled, and parents will be notified of the date.
If classes are cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control (e.g., inclement weather, power outages), the classes will not be rescheduled. Students may request a make-up class if an appropriate level is available.
General rule of thumb: If schools are closed, CYDT will also be closed. Notices will be posted in the Parents WhatsApp Information Group.
KEEPING YOU INFORMED
Our primary source of communication is email. If you are not receiving emails, please notify the office immediately.
If your email address or phone number changes during the year, please inform the office to ensure you continue receiving studio updates.
For quick reference to important dates, please check our website regularly.
FOOD AND DRINK POLICY
CYDT is a nut-free facility. Please do not bring any products containing nuts into the studio.
Food and drinks are only permitted in designated areas.
Water bottles are allowed inside the studios.