Registration Bulletin(781) 643-7220
Classes Begin Monday, September 11
Year 24 was one to remember! We are so proud of all the dancers’ and teachers’ hard work and loved seeing the dancers shine on stage! We’re looking forward to beginning a fun and exciting year, and want to welcome all returning and new students. Most of your favorite teachers will be returning, and we are happy to welcome Carmen Lopez to our LJ Crew staff this year!
To help you plan for the coming months, we are sharing some frequently requested information on studio protocols & procedures, dress code, important dates, payments, and more.
Protocols & Procedures
The Lynn and Jen’s staff is committed to providing a safe and welcoming in-studio environment for all of our dancers. We will be following CDC, State, and Town recommended guidelines for dance schools. Changes will be made if needed and communicated through email.
Dress Code
Please make sure that all dancers wear the proper clothing and footwear to class for their safety.
Our preferred local dance supply store is “On Your Toes”
| CLASS | SHOES | DANCEWEAR | HAIR |
| Acro Ages 7+ |
Bare feet | Leotard (shorts optional) |
Ponytail |
| Creative Movement Ages 3-4 |
Bloch #205- Pink full sole ballet slippers (girls) Bloch #258 – black full sole ballet slippers (boys) Starts in January – SoDance #TA35 tap shoes (girls) SoDance #TA04/05 black tie tap shoes (boys) |
Leotard & tights (Ballet skirts/shorts optional) T-shirt or tank with athletic pants for boys |
Bun/Ponytail |
| Ballet Ages 5-7 |
Bloch #258 – pink split sole ballet slippers (girls) Bloch #258 – black split sole ballet slippers (boys) |
Leotard & tights (Ballet skirts/shorts optional) T-shirt or tank with athletic pants for boys |
Bun/Ponytail
|
| Ballet Ages 7-10 |
Bloch #258 – pink split sole ballet slippers (girls) Bloch #258 – black split sole ballet slippers (boys) |
Leotard & tights (Ballet skirts/shorts optional) T-shirt or tank with athletic pants for boys |
Bun/Ponytail
|
| Ballet Ages 11+ |
Bloch #258 – pink split sole ballet slippers or canvas split sole ballet slippers (girls) Bloch #258 – black split sole ballet slippers or canvas split sole black ballet slippers (boys) |
Leotard & tights (Ballet skirts/shorts optional) T-shirt or tank with athletic pants for boys |
Bun/Ponytail
|
| Jazz Ages 7-8 |
Bloch Dance Now #981 – tan jazzboot (girls & boys) | Leotard & tights (Jazz pant, capris, or shorts optional) T-shirt or tank with athletic pants for boys |
Ponytail/Up |
| Jazz Ages 9-10 |
Bloch Dance Now #981 – tan jazzboot (girls & boys) | Leotard & tights (Jazz pant, capris, or shorts optional) T-shirt or tank with athletic pants for boys |
Ponytail/Up |
| Jazz Ages 11+ |
No shoes | Leotard & tights (Jazz pant, capris, or shorts optional) T-shirt or tank with athletic pants for boys |
Ponytail/Up |
| Tap Ages 5-7 |
SoDance #TA35 tan tap shoes (girls) SoDance #TA04/05 black tie tap shoes (boys) |
Leotard & tights (Skirts or shorts optional) T-shirt or tank with athletic pants for boys |
Ponytail/Up
|
| Tap Ages 7-10 |
Bloch #302 – tan tap shoes SoDance #TA04/05 black tie tap shoes (boys) |
Leotard & tights (Skirts or shorts optional) T-shirt or tank with athletic pants for boys |
Ponytail/Up |
| Tap Ages 11+ |
Bloch #321 – tan tap shoe | Leotard & tights (Jazz pant, capris, or shorts optional) |
Ponytail/Up |
| Tap Ages 18+ |
Bloch #321 – black tap shoe | Relaxed, comfortable clothing | |
| Modern/ Contemporary Ages 11+ |
No shoes | Leotard & tights (Tank top or shorts optional) |
Ponytail/Up |
| Hip Hop Ages 7+ |
Dedicated athletic sneakers, recommend to wait to buy shoes until specific sneaker is announced in Nov (NO shoes worn outside allowed) |
Activewear | Ponytail/Up |
IMPORTANT DATES
In-Person Peek Week: November 13-18, 2023 & April 8-13, 2024
Classes are closed to keep our students focused on the teachers, so we invite and encourage families and friends to watch your dancers’ progress during our “Peek” weeks.
Recital: June 2024
All classes except ballet technique and kicks, turns and leaps have recital dances that are performed in one show. Dates and location should be released by December 31st! The estimated price per ticket is $40.
PAYMENT REMINDERS
CLASS Installments are due the first class of each month.
Monthly: September due at registration, remaining payments October-June. Payments are calculated by dividing the annual fee into 10 equal installments. Monthly installments are automatically withdrawn the first of each month; to set up alternative payment options, please contact us.
Semester/Annual: Please contact the office to set up 2 semester payments or to pay the year in full.
Payments are always the same. If students miss a class due to illness, injury, or any other unexpected event, we welcome and encourage them to attend a make-up class or come to class and watch to keep up with dance vocabulary and recital choreography.
Late fee of $20.00 per month will be added to the outstanding balance on the account if payments are not received by the end of the payment week.
Bounced check fee is $30.00. After 2 bounced checks, payment by cash or bank check will be required.
Lesson Refunds/Payments will be given when written notice of withdrawal is received before November 1. After November 1, payments are due through June whether or not the student withdraws from the class.
COSTUME PAYMENTS will be due in two installments:
First Payment automatically withdrawn October 2-7; please contact us to set up alternative payment plan. Remaining balance announced in December and will be automatically withdrawn January 2-8.
| Due Date | Payment |
| October 2-7 | $65 PER COSTUME (e.g., 2 costumes X $65.00 = $130.00) |
| January 2-7 | Remaining balance to be provided in December |
Costume Estimates – typical price range per costume:
Younger students: $60.00-$90.00 | Older students: $70.00-$125.00 | Competition students & $75.00-$175.00
Installments become non-refundable as of November 1, when the costumes are ordered. Costumes are paid in installments for your convenience; however, placing an order constitutes full commitment. Costume tights must be purchased separately (brand and color to be specified) and shoes may need to be sprayed to match the costume.
THINGS TO KNOW
NUT FREE environment
For the safety of our students, the studio is a NUT FREE environment. Please do not bring snacks containing nuts.
Vacation and Snow Days
We typically follow the Arlington School vacation and holiday calendar. Official studio dates will be provided in the September bulletin.
If the Arlington School has a snow day or closes early, the studio will be closed. If school is not cancelled, but weather conditions are poor, there are 4 ways to check for studio closures:
- Facebook page
- Studio website
- Call 781.643.7220 (A voicemail message will note if there is no class.)
- Email from studio
Make-up classes will be available beginning in May for any classes missed due to holidays and snow days.
Absences – Illness & Injury
Please contact the studio to let us know if your student is going to miss class due to illness or injury. For injuries that require a long healing time, we recommend that the student come to watch the class. If a student is unable to perform in the recital, the studio reserves the right to borrow your costumes for a substitute dancer.
