Terms & Conditions

Enrollment, Fees & Payments

• • Non-Refundable Deposit: Due at registration to secure enrollment.

• • Installments: Monthly payments must be made by the due date on your receipt.

• • Late Fees: A $10 late fee applies to balances unpaid 7 days after the due date. Delinquent accounts over 30 days will result in suspension of classes.

Refunds & Withdrawals

• • 50% Refund: Available if withdrawal occurs within the first two weeks of a session.

• • No Refunds: After two weeks, or for instructor-initiated cancellations.

Attendance & Lateness

• • Absences:
    
    • • Notify CAPAS at least 5 hours in advance.
    • • No guaranteed make-ups for absences. Vacant slots may be used for make-ups at instructor/director discretion.

• • Lateness:
    
    • • Late arrivals receive no extended class time. Classes end at the scheduled time regardless of start delays.

Class Cancellations & Makeups

• • Studio-Initiated Cancellations (e.g., weather, instructor illness):
    
    • • Make-up classes scheduled in April, June, November, or December. Students notified directly.
    • • Weather Closures: Follow NYC public school closures. Make-ups only offered if schools close.

• • No Refunds for cancellations.

Master Classes

• • Mandatory Attendance: Students must attend 1–2 master classes per semester.

• • Purpose: Deepen skills, interact with guest instructors, and fulfill make-up requirements.

Performances

• • Recitals: Held May/June for qualified students.

• • Requirements: Sell 4+ tickets to perform.

• • Dress Rehearsals: Attendance mandatory for performers.

Dress Code

• • General:
    
    • • No revealing clothing (e.g., low-cut tops, mid-thigh skirts).
    • • Actors: Plain sweatpants/shirts (no logos), black ballet shoes.

• • Performance Attire:
    
    • • Males: Black dress shoes/pants, white shirt, black bow tie.
    • • Females: Black character shoes/skirt, white blouse, black scarf.

• • Supplies: Students must bring notebooks, pencils, and required books.

Conduct & Discipline

• • Expectations: Respectful behavior from students and parents. No bullying, vulgar language, or disruptions.

• • Consequences:
    
    • • 1st Offense: Written warning.
    • • 2nd Offense: Expulsion without refund.

• • Disputes: Resolved in a disciplinary meeting with the Board.

Safety & Operations

• • Late Pickup: $10 fee per 30 minutes if students are picked up 15+ minutes after class ends.

• • Snacks: Sold on-site (juice, chips, etc.). Exact change required; no credits.

• • Substitutes: Classes may be taught by qualified substitutes without prior notice.

Communication

• • Meetings: Parents/adult students must attend 1 meeting per semester to discuss events and policies.

• • Holidays/Breaks: Listed on your schedule calendar.

General Commitment

CAPAS strives for excellence through unity, tolerance, and cooperation. We reserve the right to update policies and appreciate your dedication to fostering a respectful creative community.

Governing Law: New York State.

Contact: [email protected]