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FAQ

Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions at Metro Dance Center.
If you don’t see the answer you’re looking for, please contact us.

General

Most dancers choose to participate in the spring recital.  However, dancers are not required to.  Dancers are welcome to take classes and opt out of the spring recital.

Our main session of classes run from early September through the end of May and culminate in a spring recital in early June.  We accept enrollments in our classes through the end of January.  When you register, you have a spot in the class for the entire season, but can end your dancer’s enrollment at any time.

We also offer a summer session which runs from late June-early August.

Yes-we love hosting birthday parties! Are you interested in having a party at Metro Dance Center? Here’s the scoop on our Birthday Parties.

Yes, please click here for our calendar which includes all days we are closed.  Please note, the monthly tuition rate is based on a set number of classes for the season.  The monthly tuition rate does not change based on the number of classes in a given month.

Billing & Payments

Yes!

  • Families with more than one student receive 10% off the lower priced family member’s tuition.
  • Save 10% if you pay the full year’s tuition by the first day of class.
    (One discount only)

Generally, payments are due on the first of the month.  Occasionally the due date will be slightly later, please check your bill for the due date.

Competition

All competition lines are by audition only. If your dancer is interested in auditioning for a competition line, please email us at metrodancecenter@gmail.com and we would be happy to set up an audition.

Yes, we have a variety of award-winning competition lines to accommodate students of varying ages and abilities.  If your dancer is interested in joining a competitive team, please email us at metrodancecenter@gmail.com and we would be happy to discuss the options with you.

Clothing & Costumes

There is not a specific dress code for dancers in our recreational classes.  However, dancers are expected to wear dance or athletic apparel.  This includes things like leotards, bike shorts, tank top/t-shirts, etc.  Students should not wear jeans, dresses/skirts etc.

The following shoes are required for the following classes. For your convenience, we sell all required shoes.
Parent Child/Music & Movement: Females-Pink Ballet Shoes; Males-Black Ballet Shoes
Creative Movement: Females-Pink Ballet Shoes; Males-Black Ballet Shoes
Tap & Ballet: Females-Pink Ballet Shoes, Tan Tap Shoes; Males-Black Ballet & Tap Shoes
Tap, Ballet & Jazz: Females-Pink Ballet Shoes, Tan Tap & Jazz Shoes; Males-Black Ballet, Tap & Jazz Shoes
Hip Hop: Clean Soled Tennis Shoes