Tuition and Policies

August - May
ALL INCLUSIVE TUITION

For Levels I and above Tuition will include Classes

Costumes for one Performance
Performance Video
Performance Action Photos
T-Shirt for School Showcase

For Dance with Me, Pre-Primary, and Primary Tuition will include Classes

Costumes for TWO shows
(Mini Winter Spectacular and Mini School Showcase*)
TWO Performance Videos

*Primaries will participate in the Regular School Showcase and not the Mini School Showcase in May

Tuition per Person

1 class per week $80 per month

2 classes per week $140 per month

3 classes per week $195 per month

4 classes per week $240 per month

5 classes per week $275 per month

Each additional class $30 per month

Drop In $22 per class

(If paying by drop-in class dancers will not participate in performances)

Summer Tuition

Register now for June and/or July classes with no registration fee and no money down. The card on file will be charged on the first of the month for classes. Because there are no performances for Summer classes, tuition is different. Prices above excludes Summer Dance Camps and Summer Dance Intensive. These are priced separately.

Tuition Policies

A credit card must remain on file at Chattanooga Dance Theatre. All monthly tuitions will be processed on the first of the month. During the school year, monthly payments do not change whether there is a short month (3 classes) or a long month (5 classes). Students who have not paid tuition will not be eligible to take class. There is a $27 registration fee per person to begin monthly tuition payments.

Registration fees will increase to $37 January 1st, 2027. If a student stops monthly payments and restarts, this fee will be reapplied. A $25 late fee will be applied to all fees 20 days past due. It is expected that dancers take each month August-May.

Dropping Classes

Dancers who wish to unenroll must do so before the first of the month. Because a spot is held for a students until they unenroll, payment is due for the month if the dancer is enrolled in the class on the first of the month regardless if they attended class. No refunds will be provided if a student drops on the 1st or later int he month.

Family Discounts

Families with 2 or more members of the household taking classes receive 5% off monthly tuition for entire account

Scholarships

Limited scholarships are available for students based on need, talent and dedication. Please fill out the scholarship form and mail or bring to the office for consideration. Scholarship Application.

Private Lessons

$65 for Junior Teachers
$75 for Associate Teachers
$85 for Senior Teachers

Payment Policy

Chattanooga Dance Theatre does not provide refunds for any programs.

Parent Responsibilities

Parent Involvement Responsibilities
Our performances often have 60-100 children in them and while we have an amazing staff they can’t make it ALL happen without a bit of help. That’s where we need some parent volunteers to pull off our amazing shows and events. We ask that each family at CDT sign up for one volunteer spot each school year. If a family is not able to volunteer, they may make a $100 donation in lieu of spending the time. If a parent signs up for a volunteer position and they do not show up without giving 24 hours notice, a $120 will be charged to their account. Volunteer sign-ups will be available and mailed out each month, beginning September 1st.

Dance Studio Pro
Please be responsible in keeping up with your own account. You will find Online Registration on the menu to set up your online access to your account.

Pick Up Time
It is expected that all dancers be picked up directly after class. Any grownups who leave their child unaccompanied more than 10 minutes after class will be charged $3 per minute for childcare.

Class Observation for Children’s Classes
Because children are very distracted when parents are in the room, parents of children in pre-primary levels and higher are requested to not be in classroom on a regular basis. Parent observation weeks are September 21st-26th, 2026 and February 22nd-27th, 2027. Because of limited space in the studio, observers are limited to 3 per child.

Disruptive Students or Parents
Students who are disruptive and disturbing other students in class will be asked to sit down and will not be able to participate in the remainder of class on that day. While Chattanooga Dance Theatre welcomes feedback, parents who yell, curse, or are verbally abusive to staff will be immediately expelled at Chattanooga Dance Theatre.
No refunds are given if children or parents are disruptive

Dress Code

Correct dress code is required for all classes. Dance attire can be purchased at our local dance store, The Batterie, 3809 Dayton Blvd. If you have any questions about what to purchase, please contact the office or your teacher. Bun lessons will be taught to all ballet classes on the first meeting of the class. No bracelets, necklaces or large earrings are to be worn in dance class.

Creative Movement Classes
Comfortable clothing and bare feet. Make sure not to wear things that are too baggy as this attire can constrict movement. Children are welcome to wear leotards and footless tights. Long hair should be pulled away from the face.

Children’s Ballet Classes
All ballet classes require girls in pink footed tights with pink ballet slippers or skin colored tights with skin colored ballet slippers. Long hair must be pulled back in a bun. Boys are to wear black pants, fitted T-shirts or tank tops in white or the color of their level. White or black ballet slippers. Thin white socks are optional.
Leotard Colors for ballet classes

Pre-Primary Dance - Any color
Primary Dance – Light Pink
Ballet Level I – Lavender
Ballet Level II – Light Blue
Ballet III – Seafoam
Ballet IV – Burgundy
Ballet V – Eggplant
Ballet VI – Navy Blue
Ballet VII – Tropic Green/Dark Teal
Ballet VIII – Black
Advanced – Any color leotard

Skirts

Skirts are optional in Pre-Primary and Primary. Dancers are also allowed to wear skirts when pointe shoes are worn and in any rehearsals. No skirts are to be worn in levels I-Advanced class, when pointe shoes are not being worn.

Adult Ballet Basics
Tights and leotards or fitted, stretchy pants and fitted shirts. Hair should be pulled back away from the face. Ballet slippers are required.

Acro, Modern, and Contemporary Classes
Leotard or fitted top with tights or fitted stretchy pants. Hair should be pulled back away from the face.

Jazz and Twirl Dance Fusion Classes
Leotard or fitted top with tights or leggings. Black or tan jazz shoes. Hair should be pulled back away from the face.

Tap and Musical Theatre

Leotard or fitted top with tights or leggings. Black or tan jazz shoes and black tap shoes. Hair should be pulled back away from the face.

Rehearsals

Dancers may wear any colored leotard, warm-ups, skirts, and other appropriate dance clothes in rehearsals. Proper dance shoes must be worn during all rehearsals.

Summer Intensive and Dance Camps

Any color leotard may be worn in ballet classes, all other dress code requirements remain.

Studio Policies

Insurance and Liability

Chattanooga Dance Theatre does not carry medical insurance for its students. Students will provide their own insurance in case of injury. Dance and creative movement may be strenuous. Physical injuries can occur while in class and on the CDT premises. Students assume all risks, injuries, and damages that may occur while participating in Chattanooga Dance Theatre classes, events, and performances. Students will not hold Chattanooga Dance Theatre or its teachers and staff responsible for any injuries incurred during, before, or after classes, performances, or events

Exit Doors

There are 6 doors at the CDT studio that lead to the outside. For security reasons, however, everyone entering and exiting the building should pass through the entrance of suite A - the door with our sign over it. All other doors are considered emergency exits only and are to remain closed and locked unless there is an emergency.

Marketing Photos

Students’ pictures may be used for marketing. Please inform the office in writing if you do not wish for you or your family member’s photo to be used for promotional purposes. Otherwise, it is understood that you and your family member’s picture can be used to represent Chattanooga Dance Theatre. Students' names may also be used in programs and on the backs of T-shirts.

Videotaping and Photography during Performances

For the safety of performers and choreographers, videotaping and photography during performances is not allowed. Professional grade photos and videos are included with all performance fees.

Class Placement

It is imperative that all students attend classes on their level. Faculty puts much time and thought into class placement for each student, for the benefit of each student. If you have any questions about your class placement, please contact the office or your teacher.

Attendance

There is no refund for missed classes. Classes will also not be prorated for family holidays and/or vacations. Students are encouraged to make up missed classes in a class that is the same level or lower level than the class they are enrolled. Attendance is imperative, as absences and tardiness can hold back an entire class. CDT cannot jeopardize its responsibilities to the rest of the class for one student. Please make every effort to have yourself and/or your student at every class.

Teacher placement is still required for attending all classes. If you are dropping in, make sure to check with the teacher and office to confirm which classes are best suited for your level of dance. Because you are not working consistently in a particular class, you may not be able to take as high of a level of class if you are dropping in.

Make Up Classes

Classes can be made up within 2 months of the missed class. Dance classes can be made up in the same level class or lower-level class. CDT does not offer refunds for missed classes.

Holidays

Holiday schedules will be posted on the website and at the studio. Please note that the CDT holiday schedule may be different from your school holiday schedule.

Inclement Weather

CDT will not necessarily close if area schools are closed. We will make every effort to hold class. If weather is questionable, please check the website or social media pages. If CDT cancels classes all students who attend on that day will be emailed by 1pm.

Everything you need to know for a wonderful year of dance. Explore our tuition, studio policies, and helpful information to make your family’s experience at Chattanooga Dance Theatre a great one.

Tuition and Policies

August - May
ALL INCLUSIVE TUITION

Tuition Policies

Family Discounts

Scholarships

Private Lessons

Parent Responsibilities

Dress Code

Exit Doors

Marketing Photos

Videotaping and Photography during Performances

Class Placement

Attendance

Make Up Classes

Holidays

Inclement Weather

Come dance with us!

Call Now: 423-760-8808

Tuition and Policies

August - May *ALL INCLUSIVE TUITION*

Tuition Policies

Family Discounts

Scholarships

Private Lessons

Come dance with us!

Call Now: 423-760-8808

August - May
ALL INCLUSIVE TUITION