Dress Code

In order to teach discipline and classroom etiquette we follow a strict dress code. All hair must be pulled back away from the face for all levels (in a bun for Ballet 1 and higher). No skirts, tutus, shorts, warmers, jewelry or accessories are permitted. Please make sure to purchase the correct uniform (color and style) and let us know if you have questions before purchasing to avoid returns.

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Girls:

Pink ballet slippers (Recommended style). With ribbons for Ballet 3 and higher. Click here for tutorial on how to sew them

Pink tights (Recommended style)

Required leotard in class color/style (click here to purchase our required style - different brand options available):

• Pre Ballet A & B: Light Pink tank leotard (no sleeves, no skirts attached)

• Ballet 1: Lavender tank leotard (no sleeves, no skirts attached)

• Ballet 2: Light Blue tank leotard (no sleeves, no skirts attached)

• Ballet 3: Mulberry tank or camisole leotard (no sleeves, no skirts attached)

• Ballet 4: Royal Blue tank or camisole leotard (no sleeves, no skirts attached)

• Ballet 5: Burgundy tank or camisole leotard (no sleeves, no skirts attached)

Pointe shoes at the teacher’s discretion according to the student’s level

Boys:

White ballet slippers and socks

Black shorts (Pre-Ballet, Ballet 1, Ballet 2 and Ballet 3)

Black tights (Ballet 4 and higher)

White t-shirt (fitted)

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drop off and pick up policy

Parents should stay with students in the lobby area until classes start.

Students should line up in the lobby to enter class. They will not be allowed inside the classroom until it’s time for their respective class.

Parents should pick up their child on time. If unavoidable circumstances come up and you will be late, please email the school to let us know.

make up policy

Graded ballet students are allowed to make up up to three classes in their own level or lower, space permitting.

Adult students are allowed to make up to two classes in their own level or lower, space permitting.

Classes must be made up within the semester for which students are registered. Please email qsballet@gmail.com to schedule any makeups.

Class Etiquette

At QSB we believe that discipline and respect are a very important part of ballet training, and as such we encourage our families to help us instill these values in our dancers:

RESPECT - Dancers work as a team, and we hope our students will make lasting friendships with their classmates. That means having respect for everyone in class and supporting each other. Dancers should also respect each other and themselves by understanding that classes are a time to learn, not to talk - you can catch up with your friends before and after class!

POSITIVE ATTITUDE - In ballet we are always working to improve; no one is perfect and everyone has their own unique positive qualities as well as things to work on. Come to class with a positive attitude, ready to learn. We are here to help you! :)

PUNCTUALITY - It is extremely important that dancers warm up properly; the first 15 minutes of class are essential to warming up the muscles and preventing injuries (and for younger pre-ballet students, this time is very important for settling into class). It is also distracting to the class if students show up late. For this reason, we ask that you make every effort to arrive on time, and dancers who arrive more than 10 minutes late may be asked to observe class.

additional school policies

We ask that if your child is sick that you please keep them at home until they are feeling better so as not to spread germs.

We understand that sometimes students will need to change class days in the middle of a semester. If such a request is made, we will do our best to honor it, but ultimately any changes are at the school's discretion.

QUEENS SCHOOL OF BALLET IS FOLLOWING STRICT COVID-19 PROTOCOLS:

The health and safety of our students and employees is of paramount importance to Queens School of Ballet. We reserve the right to update and revise this plan as new information about the virus becomes available.

COVID EXPOSURE:

Anyone who has a lab-confirmed case of COVID-19 should contact QSB immediately. They may not attend class/enter the building for 10 days, or at least 5 days with a negative antigen test. On return to class, students must wear a mask for at least 10 days from positive test AND test negative on an antigen test.

Anyone who is unable to get vaccinated (or who is not boosted though eligible) who has been in direct contact with someone else who has a lab-confirmed case of COVID-19 may not attend class/enter the building for 5 days. If at the end of 5 days they are asymptomatic and test negative, they may return to class.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT:

Students, parents, caregivers, faculty, and staff should stay home if they have any of the following symptoms: fever, cough, sore throat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, extreme fatigue, body aches, shortness of breath, rash or lost sense of taste or smell. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, consult your medical professional immediately.

MASKS/HYGIENE:

Masks are strongly encouraged, though not required unless a student is returning to class after testing positive for COVID-19 (see above) and/or has been in close contact with someone who has tested positive.

Students/faculty must wash hands or use hand sanitizer on entering the building. Hand sanitizer will be provided.

Entire studio (floors and barres), lobby and bathroom will be disinfected daily. MERV-13 filters have been installed for air filtration.