Pricing and Policies

Group Classes

Group lessons are an excellent introduction to dances of all types and the social experience of partner dancing. They allow you to concentrate on a single dance or try out a number of different styles under the direction of our superb professional staff and in a congenial mix of students of all ages.

Over 80 group classes are offered each week in all dance styles and levels. Couples are not required in group classes as partners are constantly rotated and students are given the opportunity to practice their steps with others throughout the class. This accomplishes two things- you get used to dancing with different partners, honing your skills for the social dance scene, and you get the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends here at Dance Manhattan.

While taking your lessons, you will enjoy these additional benefits:

FREE weeknight practice sessions
FREE admission to Pre-party class each Friday at 8pm
FREE admission for you and your friends to our monthly Open House featuring Deejay music and a wonderful dance showcase
Membership in our VIP program offering savings on dance shoes and clothing, dining, and discounted admission to clubs and dance events
Discounted admission to our Friday night theme parties

Group Class Pricing
One Course	1 hr/wk for 4 wks	$85
Two Courses	2 hrs/wk for 4 wks	$125
Three Courses	3 hrs/wk for 4 wks	$150
Four Courses	4 hrs/wk for 4 wks	$170
5 to 6 Courses	5-6 hrs/wk for 4 wks	$190
7 to 9 Courses	7-9 hrs/wk for 4 wks	$205
10 to 15 Courses	10-15 hrs/wk for 4 wks	$230
16 or more Courses	16+ hrs/wk for 4 wks	additional $30 per course

All 4 hours of your group class must be taken within the 4 week semester in which you are registered. Important note: 4-week semesters do NOT always coincide with the calendar month. Look for the starting dates of each 4-week term in the RED note on our home page and the special interest box).

Make-up classes, which can be taken in place of any regularly scheduled class which you miss, must also be taken within that same 4 week semester. Classes not taken will be lost.

You may take a make-up class in:

your dance, up to and including your present level in that dance,
any generic technique class, or
a basic class in a new dance other than the one you are studying. [This is permitted in the first two weeks of the term only.]

Although not recommended (since 4 week courses are progressive), a student may take a single, one-hour, drop-in class within the first two weeks of a course for $25. Drop-ins are NOT permitted in weeks 3 or 4 without instructor permission.

Private Lessons

Private lessons are available in all styles and levels of dance with any of our professional staff. This intense, personalized attention gives you the opportunity to focus on mastering footwork, styling and technique. You may share your lessons with a partner (one leader, one follower) at no additional fee!

Private Lessons are 55 minutes long and do not guarantee a private room. There are no EXCHANGES on private lessons. Once booked, a minimum of 24 hours notice is required in order to reschedule a lesson and avoid a full charge for that lesson. Discounted private packages are available in groups of 5, 10 and 20.

As with group classes, while you are taking your private lessons you will enjoy these additional benefits: FREE weekly practice sessions; FREE admission to Pre-party class each Friday; FREE admission for you and your friends to our monthly Open House; Membership in our VIP program offering great savings; and Discounted admission to our Friday night theme parties.

Hours for Private Lessons

Private lessons are by appointment and are scheduled based on the instructor's availability and your convenience. Appointments may be scheduled:

Weekdays: 10am to 9pm (sometimes 10pm)
Saturdays: 11am to 5pm
Sundays: times vary based on studio opening

Private Lesson Pricing

(for up to two people; to be paid prior to final confirmation and booking with instructor):

Instructors
- One hour $85, Additional people/lesson $20 per person
- Five 1-hour lessons $400 ($25 savings over individually purchased lessons)
- Ten 1-hour lessons $770 ($80 savings over individually purchased lessons)
- Twenty 1-hour lessons $1480 ($220 savings over individually purchased lessons)
Senior Instructors / Affiliated Artists / Directors
- One hour $90 *, Additional people/lesson $25 per person
Pre-paid discounted packages:
- Five 1-hour lessons $435 ($15 savings over individually purchased lessons)
- Ten 1-hour lessons $850 ($50 savings over individually purchased lessons)
- Twenty 1-hour lessons $1640 ($160 savings over individually purchased lessons)

*Note: The Artist Director's and some affilitated artist fees do not adhere to this usual pricing schedule...please verify all special or visiting instructor hourly pricing with reception.

General Policies and Procedures for Private lessons

Sometimes due to unforeseen circumstances, the same instructor cannot always be guaranteed throughout the duration of a package
A private lesson guarantees a private instructor, but not a private room
Private lessons are 55 minutes long
Private lessons do not expire, although it is recommended they be taken at least once per week and completed within a year. An upgrade in pricing will be applied, however, to lessons not taken which have since changed in price.

Packages

Introductory Package

If you are just starting out or transferring from another school our Introductory Package is a great way to get to know Dance Manhattan Dance Studios.

The package provides a number of different ways for you to learn about our class structure, our friendly environment, as well as to identify how you best can take advantage of our program.

A $20 fee includes the following features:

1/2 Hour Dance Analysis: you will work with one of our talented staff who will evaluate your dance background and skills and assist you in selecting classes. THIS IS NOT A PRIVATE LESSON, rather an analysis of your level of dancing.
A Dance Party: Be a guest at one of our many Monday, Friday or Sunday dance socials for ballroom, latin, tango or swing dancing.
$5 Introductory Package Discount: Enjoy $5 off either your first private lesson with an in-house instructor or your first group course registration.

Group/Private Packaged Programs

A combination of group and private lessons is what we recommend as the optimal way to learn to dance. Patterns and social dance etiquette in the groups and personalized coaching in the privates will allow you to progress quickly and gain confidence as your skills grow.

We try to make it easy and economical for you to do this by providing packages which combine private and group lessons at a discounted rate. These are ideal for singles and couples who want the biggest bang for their buck or for wedding couples getting ready for the big day!

Here are some suggestions for combining group and private lessons into an affordable package:

Combination Packages
Package 1-S for singles 5 Private Lessons 1 Group Course/1 month SAVINGS = $35 discounted price = $475	Package 2-S for singles 5 Private Lessons 1 Group Course/2 months SAVINGS = $45 discounted price = $550	Package 3-S for singles 10 Private Lessons 1 Group Course/1 month SAVINGS = $90 discounted price = $845	Package 4-S for singles 10 Private Lessons 1 Group Course/2 months SAVINGS = $100 discounted price = $920
Package 1-C for couples 5 Private Lessons 1 Group Course Each/1 Month SAVINGS = $45 discounted price = $550	Package 2-C for couples 5 Private Lessons 1 Group Course Each/2 Months SAVINGS = $65 discounted price = $700	Package 3-C for couples 10 Private Lessons 1 Group Course/1 month SAVINGS = $100 discounted price = $920	Package 4-C for couples 10 Private Lessons 1 Group Course/2 months SAVINGS = $120 discounted price = $1070

Take the plunge...grab the opportunity to save...call and ask about our valuable discount combination and wedding packages.

Discounts

Registration Discounts

Sign up at the Open House

Open Houses are held once a month. Anyone may join us, as our guest, on these evenings. New students (i.e.: someone who has NOT previously purchased any classes, workshops, crash courses, or private lessons at Dance Manhattan) are eligible for an immediate $15 discount if they register for one or two courses, for the next cycle of classes, at the Open House.

Current student referral

We encourage our current students to share the fun and refer new students to Dance Manhattan. Register for the next cycle of classes TOGETHER with your friend/colleague and both of you will enjoy a $15 discount off a one or two course registration.

$5 Early Bird Discounts

Full-time high school or college student discount

If you are a full-time student, just show us your current, valid student ID and we will make you a great deal:

1 course $60, -- 4 hours/ month of instruction (One course usually costs $85; You save $25)
2 courses $100 -- 8 hours/ month of instruction (Two courses usually cost $125; you save $25)

For Couples Only

Two Courses for "Couples Only" (Friday 7pm or 8pm) in the same 4 week session = $115 per person. Save $10 off usual discount price!

Discounts cannot be combined or taken concurrently nor can they be taken with an already discounted package.

One-Day Crash Courses and Workshops

Swing, Salsa, Argentine Tango, Ballroom,West Coast Swing, Hustle and Country

One-Day Crash Courses and Workshops are an excellent way for dancers to learn the basics or specific topics of dance. They take place in a single day, over an extended period of time. Although, sometimes held on weeknights, they more often occur on weekends. This can be an excellent opportunity to study for people with schedules that do not permit attendance at consecutive, weekly evening classes.

Dance Manhattan pioneered the One-Day Crash Course, a marathon for basic students. We currently offer monthly crash courses in Swing, Salsa, Argentine Tango and West Coast Swing. These are taught by a line-up of great instructors and require partners to rotate throughout the day. We also offer Hustle and Country Crash Courses from time to time.

Also on our monthly Crash Course schedule is the Couples Crash Course which is taught by a dance team, allows partners to dance exclusively together, and highlights these dance favorites: Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing and Salsa.

Each of our one-day Crash courses meets from 3 to 4 1/2 hours. They offer an exciting and progressive introduction to the basics of the dance while providing new material for those with moderate experience who may come back and join us month-after-month. These all day courses offer a great "taste" of dance at a very modest price.

One-day Intensives with our talented instructors, are for the more accomplished dancer and are offered from time to time in Swing, Tango, Salsa, West Coast and Feldenkrais technique. One-time workshops in a specific dance are offered sporadically and the material and level vary. While sometimes taught by in-house staff, these workshops are often given by nationally and internationally acclaimed guest artists who may be visiting for anywhere from a weekend to a month, or more. Pricing varies.

Check under the special interest and event calendar sections of our website for details, pricing, upcoming dates and discount coupons offering even more savings!

Make Up Classes

If you are unable to attend a regularly scheduled class because of an emergency, you can make up that class at any time during your course. You may take a make-up class in:

your dance, up to and including your present level in that dance,
any generic technique class, or
a basic class in a new dance other than the one you are studying. [This is permitted in the fist two weeks only.]

Make ups must be taken before the end of the current four week period, or they will be lost.

Make-ups are not permitted on the 4th week of a class if you have never studied that particular dance before.

Carryover of registration fees to another semester may be done under extraordinary circumstances and with the approval of studio management. A $10.00 administrative fee and partial class charges, at $25/hour, will be applied.

Any relevant credits will be made in the form of studio credit ONLY, to be used at Dance Manhattan within one year.

Auditing

Any student wishing to watch a class may only do so for the last 15 minutes. Please ask permission at reception and they will direct you to the appropriate classroom to observe.

General Notes

All classes are 55 minutes long and start at 6, 7 , 8 or 9pm weeknights or 11am, noon or 1pm on Saturdays. To provide the best possible learning environment, as a rule, students are not permitted to begin a class later than the second week of a cycle. All group classes must be completed during the 4-week cycle and classes cannot be carried over to the next cycle. A student who misses one of their regularly scheduled group classes must complete a make-up class (similar in dance style and level to their registered class) before the end of the 4-week cycle.

Leader Follower Ratio- Registration does not guarantee an equal balance of leaders and followers in any given class. ALL classes rotate partners, except those noted as COUPLES ONLY classes, and there are some classes that require that you learn to both follow and lead.

Freebies and Benefits With Registration- With your up to date registration, you are entitled to the following events and services:

Free admission to nightly practice sessions
Free admission to guest night
Free admission to an introductory class of varying style every Friday at 8pm
A VIP membership card entitling you to discounts at various dance venues, shoe and clothing outlets, and dining around the city.
Discounted admission to our Friday night theme parties

No Smoking- There is no smoking anywhere within the studio space or in our building, including stairwells and entrance lobby.

Suggestions- We welcome your suggestions on how to keep the studio a pleasant and enjoyable place. Please tell us those things you believe can be improved (and how), as well as those you like. We welcome your comments, in our suggestion box!

Tardiness- Students may be refused entrance into a class, private, or other event if they are more than 20 minutes late.

Payments

Payments for services may be made in cash, by check, or with MasterCard, VISA or Discover.

Gift Certificates are available at reception in all denominations and instructional services that we provide. [A great gift idea.!]

ALL SALES FOR SERVICES AND GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE FINAL. There are no Cash, Check, or Credit Card Refunds permitted.