Dance Classes KWDA

PRE SCHOOL DANCE PROGRAM EXCELLENCE

TESTIMONIALS

"KWDA provided the best start for my girls with their pre school program to further their training in other all genres of dance. They loved it. We tried a few schools in the area and they did not provide dance training - it was a bit of a free for all!. KWDA teachers taught dance technique while my daughters had great fun with dance, mime and music. I highly recommend this school. My girls are still dancing and loving it at KWDA."

Barbara Barnett

"We highly recommend KWDA 🤩 - Both of our children have loved dancing at KWDA for many years now and it is a wonderful community to be a part of. The instructors are all very talented and are always working to advance each student while maintaining a very supportive, encouraging and caring environment."
Jodie, mum of Ruby & Rosie

My daughter has been dancing with Kimberley Wooodger Dance Academy for the last three years. She absolutely loves her classes there, supported by outstanding teachers. Not only do KWDA in-still a love for dance and performing, they have encouraged a great community of dancers and parents who support and nurture each other. Whether you are dancing for fun or competitively, Kimberley Woodger provide the best training, nurture and fun that can be had.

Nicole O

List of Services

POLICIES & PROCEDURES – UPDATED JANUARY 2025

TRIAL CLASS

Trial lessons may be booked online through our website or with our admin staff, in person or over the phone. Please view the timetable on our website in advance and select a class that you would like to trial. If you book online and the class you select is booked out, we will contact you to advise which days are available. If you trial a class and continue for the remainder of the term, you will be invoiced for the term fee pro-rata from your first class. If you decide not to continue after your trial class, there is no charge. One trial lesson is permitted per style.

Following your trial lesson you may contact our office to discuss or simply complete a full enrolment form online.

EXAMINATIONS/COMPETITIONS

The Royal Academy of Dancing holds an examination session yearly for all ballet students, if suitable. Students must attend two Ballet classes per week to be considered to sit for their RAD examination (Primary Level & upwards). Eisteddfods Groups and solo work also available. Commonwealth Society of Dance hold examination once per year in Jazz and Tap.

PHOTOGRAPHY/FILMING

Photographic consent and release is obtained at time of enrolment. By giving photographic consent students/parents agree to The Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy using images and/or videos of students on the Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy website or for social media and advertising purposes. Students/parents are not permitted to video or photograph classes, students or staff at any time, unless given permission by the staff or individuals involved. Due to music copyright laws, filming of all Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy theatre performances is strictly prohibited. Parents or guardians who do not wish for mages of their child to be published should contact Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy in writing by emailing woodgerdance@optusnet.com.au, which will be treated in strict confidence.

GENERAL / FEES

Classes run according to the school term to allow for school holidays. All classes are held on public holidays unless otherwise advised. Fees are payable on the first day of class each term. Arrangements can be made for special circumstances - please see your Miss Kimberley personally.

Fees are per term not per class. Term fees are on a per-term basis (not per-class)

Invoices for the next term are sent three weeks before the end of the current term. Fees for the next term are due first day of that term. If a student enrols or begins a class mid-term, only remaining lessons will be invoiced. With the exception of ANZAC Day, classes are always held on Public Holidays that fall within each term. GST is applicable on all invoices and will be detailed specifically. Term fees are not discounted due to absence under any circumstances, however two make-up lessons in another time slot are permitted per term. Fees remain the same per term regardless of number of weeks in a term.

OPEN DAY

To ensure the students’ full attention, and to enable the children to focus during class, parents are asked to wait outside during class. All parents are invited to attend Open Day in the studio to view class. Open Day is usually held on the last day of terms 1 & 2. We showcase ALL our students in our end of year concert.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy will provide an opportunity for every student to experience joy, creativity and artistic freedom in dance by facilitating the achievement of a secure technical foundation in a warm and caring environment.

CATCH UP CLASSES FOR MISSED CLASSES & POLICY

1. Proficiency in class is largely dependent on regular and consistent participation. It is strongly recommended that children attend all classes in the session. Absenteeism interrupts the technical progression of the child in the class and disrupts the continuity of the class for other students.

2. It is the parent’s/dancer’s responsibility to notify the teacher(via email: woodgerdance@optusnet.com.au) of absences and make arrangements in advance for any potential make-up classes. Make-up classes for absences due to illness or other circumstances will be allowed as class size and teacher schedule will permit. Make-up classes will NOT be scheduled during observation weeks, costume weeks, or weeks being utilized for choreography instruction.

3. NO REFUNDS OR DISCOUNTS WILL BE GIVEN FOR MISSED CLASSES!

Fees and performance fees are non-refundable.

Non-attendance does not constitute withdrawal. We require two weeks advanced written notice if you or your child wishes to withdraw from our program.

We do not refund absences. No refunds/credits are given to for dancers missing classes, missed classes due to vacation, holidays and/or days off from school.

4. Make-up Lessons: Proficiency in class is largely dependent on regular and consistent participation. Therefore, it is recommended that students make up classes whenever possible. All make-up classes must be made up within the current term session.

5. Fees. Fess are payable on the first day of term, each term. Discounts apply for multiple classes per child.

For new students starting after the term has commenced, fees are calculated pro rata from your child's first class start date.

Fees are refundable for Mummy & Me, Creative Movement classes only, however 2 weeks notice is required.

6. Trial Classes are offered. However you will be invoiced from your first class, if you decide to continue with that class.

7. Fees are charged per term. Length of the term may differ from term to term however, our fees will remain the same for each term.

ATTENDING DANCE CLASSES

Dance classes can involve risk of personal injury. While KWDA takes all reasonable care in the conduct of its classes; it accepts no responsibility for injury or loss caused during classes or whilst participants are at or near the dance studio. You are responsible for ensuring that you are physically and mentally fit for the class and during the class you must at all times take care of your own personal safety. By attending classes on our timetable you agree to these Terms and Conditions

BEHAVIOR & BULLYING

Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy does not tolerate swearing, indecent or disrespectful language, defamatory comments, or indecent or disrespectful conduct from staff, students, parents/guardians, family members, or visitors. Appropriate behaviour is expected on the premises and at associated events, as well as online. Where any person or student feels that they are the victim of bullying, they should notify the Principal Kimberley Bennett-Woodger immediately by emailing dance@kwda.com.au All incidents brought to the Principal’s attention will be addressed and resolved promptly. If inappropriate behaviour persists, Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy reserves the right to terminate enrolment immediately.