We of course hope that every dancer that comes to Sandra's School of Dance discovers their love for dance. But we also understand there are a lot of studios to choose from.
Here are 7 basic things that ALL DANCE STUDIOS should have!
1. Greetings
Were you greeted? Was the staff warm and welcoming?
Our instructors and school assistants are always excited to see our students! We also have a school office manager available to take payment, answer account information and of course, help you find the right class for your dancer. Our school shop staff are available to help you get outfits and dance shoes sized correctly, all of which are/were dancers themselves with years of experience.
2. Qualified Teachers & Staff
Are the instructors prepared and organized in the class? Is everyone aware of their part in keeping the school running?
All of our staff are trained and encouraged to be READY for all things dance. Many of our instructors are still learning and maintain their discipline by attending dance instructor classes nationally, going over new techniques and approaches to the “TODAY” dancer. At Sandra’s, we hold the highest standards for our instructors, regardless of if they are just starting their teaching career or have over twenty years of experience. Our instructors are active members in the dance community, continuing to learn and grow as professionals.
3. Informative & Organized
Were your questions thoroughly answered in a timely manner? Were you made a priority by office staff when you had a question or concern?
Every dancer can first hand tell you the amount of information they are given when enrolling and throughout the season each year. From our school policies to our tuition, releases, and recital packets. We love when our parents are informed! Parents and guardians receive important information through our school’s email newsletter, info. posters in the school lobby and the class parent portal all year round.
4. Professional
Do classes look structured and not chaotic? Do students look happy? Are dance skills taught consistently?
We have a combined teaching experience of over 150 years at Sandra’s School Of Dance. We pride ourselves on the ability to keep dance classes structured and fun. Our enthusiastic faculty can keep the energy high and smiles on all hour long! Our instructors incorporate a variety of age-appropriate props, musical instruments and fitness equipment to ensure dancers can explore their musicality, fine motor skills and gross motor skills.
5. Safe Studio
Does the building look safe? Does it have one entrance and one exit, and the office staff is aware of who is coming and who is going?
SSD has one entrance and exit (not including fire/emergency exits) that allow kids to be kept safely within the studio. Our facility is a standalone building that does not have to share any space with non child oriented businesses. Our security system keeps dancers inside the rooms, halls and outside closely monitored – one more layer of safety for your children! Parents are welcomed to watch their child’s class through the viewing windows in the lobby and class assistants make sure children are walked out of the classroom and to a parent or guardian after class.
6. Clean Studio
Are the facilities in good repair and maintained properly?
Anything with children will get messy! Our bathrooms and locker rooms are continuously checked by our staff and maintained regularly throughout the day. Studios are kept organized and classroom equipment is regularly cleaned.
7. Not Overcrowded or Empty
Are classes filled and in demand but not so crowded that students aren’t able to receive the instruction or attention needed?
Sandra’s has developed a schedule that compliments many families and does not overcrowd the classes. We never over load a teacher. If there are more kids in a class we ALWAYS will have an assistant there to help keep students attention. All of our assistants are from our pre-professional competitive team and excel in leadership and team oriented skills.
