Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How much does it the cost?
  2. Can I drop class(es) during the school year?
  3. Can I change days during the school year?
  4. How many classes should a student take?
  5. May I start classes at any time?
  6. What are ballet examinations?
  7. What is Character Dance?

 


How much does it cost?

The tuition depends on how many students you sign up and whether you choose to pay-in-full or in monthly installments. There is a registration fee due for each student; it is $20 for the first student and $15 for each additional student.  Tuition can be found on the registration form.  Installments are available.  Nothing is set in stone, if you have a special situation, please contact us.

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Can I drop class(es) during the school year?

In an effort to continue providing the highest quality to Guibord's students we recommend you complete the class(es)
in that session. After the first month no refunds will be issued but you can switch classes by talking with your instructor first.

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Can I change days during the school year?


Yes. Please discuss what is appropriate with your instructor.

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How many classes should a student take?

Guibord's is sensitive to the fact that students take dance for a variety of reasons. For example, some students attend one class per week to improve their dance or gymnastics skills while others aspire to dance professionally and attend five to six classes per week. The dance curriculum can be found with the class schedule as well as the registration form. The goal is to present a challenge to each individual child in a relaxed and caring atmosphere.

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May I start classes at any time?


Yes. Your tuition is prorated from the month you start (not by the remaining number of classes).  Bare in mind that the date you start may affect your eligibility to take exams or participate in performances.  The best time to register is in early September before the academic year begins.

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What are ballet examinations?

Cecchetti exams are available each year though a student does not always take an exam each year. They are geared for individual growth beginning at the Pre-Primary level with completion at the Advanced level which would enable a dancer to start the audition process into a ballet company. Determining whether your dancer will do an exam on a given year often is related to how many classes they took starting in September and if they continued their dancing over the summer months. The final decision of examination eligibility is at the discretion of the teacher.

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What is Character Dance?

Character Dance provides a wonderful opportunity for students to learn a variety of basic movements and rhythms as well as providing experience in group work and co-operation with other dancers.  It has excellent benefits socially as well as for theatre and performing.


Guibord's North Country School of Ballet   427 Margaret Street   Plattsburgh, NY 12901   561-5550