Student Code of Conduct

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In the classroom:

• Dancers are to arrive on time and prepared for classes. This includes wearing proper attire as specified for class. See Dress Code.

• Older dancers are encouraged to arrive a bit early for class to begin stretching and warming up.

• In the event that a dancer is late and class has already started, the dancer is to come into the studio and wait by the door for the teacher to acknowledge them and give them instructions. Dancers arriving severely late may be asked to sit out of class to reduce the risk of injury after missing warm up.

• As a matter of respect for dance peers and teachers, dancers are to keep talking to a minimum during class and participate fully in the lesson.

• No food, drink or gum is permitted in the studios.

• Dancers who consistently refuse to follow directions, are disrespectful to the teacher and/or their classmates may be asked to sit out of class.

  • The teacher will give the student a warning in class at the time of the first infraction. If the behavior continues a second time the studio will email the parents to discuss a solution.

  • If the behavior continues to be a problem the student might be asked to drop the class. OBA will call the parents to meet in person if this is the case.

• Consistency is important! Plan your time wisely so that you can attend all of your dance classes each week.

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General studio behavior:

• Students are expected to clean up after themselves when using dressing rooms, lobby/lounge, and bathroom areas.

• OBA often has people of all ages present. We ask older students be aware they are setting an example for younger students, and reflect wise choices in their language and behavior.

• Cell phones are to be put away in the student's bag during class and rehearsal. They are only to be used to contact parents or in case of emergency. 

• Respect the property of others.

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Displays of affection:

• All individuals are expected to refrain from inappropriate and excessive public displays of affection while in a public or communal setting 

• Unacceptable displays include, but are not limited to:

  • Prolonged or passionate kissing.

  • Prolonged embracing or intimate hugging.

  • Inappropriate touching or touching of a sexual nature.

• Acceptable displays generally include:

  • Brief, platonic greetings and farewells (e.g., quick hugs).

  • Casual hand-holding

• Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action.

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