Frequently Asked Questions

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Classes begin:
Saturday September 19th, 2026(ROTHESAY)
Tuesday September 22nd, 2026 (UPTOWN)
Monday September 21st, 2026 (Competitive Dancers)

Our dance seasons runs from September to the end of May. Registration for Fall 2026 will open in July.

The Studio offers a wide range of dance classes for ages 2-Adult.
Our classes are suitable for individuals with little to no dance training as well as those at intermediate or advanced/competitive levels.

Registration for Summer 2026 is now OPEN! Fall registration 2026 will open in July 1st 12:00PM. Click here register!

If you have any questions at all about registration please don't hesitate to email us info@thestudiodanceschool.net

We have two locations to serve you better
53 Clark Road (Rothesay)
187 Saint James Street (Uptown Saint John)

A – Beginner
A2 – Beginner, level 2
B – Intermediate
C – Advanced
Competitive/Felicita – Audition required
*See competitive audition information for details. (Competitive Auditions are offered in the fall.)

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During the first week of classes, parents of students ages 3-6 are welcome bring their dancers into the dance studio at the beginning of class.
We find the children are less distracted and pay more attention to the teacher when parents are not in the room.

Refund Policy
1. Notification of withdrawal must be in writing advising "The Studio" of the student’s name, class and reason for withdrawal. A withdrawal form may be obtained from the studio. The official date of withdrawal is effective upon receipt of written notice.
2. "The Studio" will issue a refund for each class in which the student is registered, in accordance with the following refund policy:
• Following the first week of classes, full refund.
• Following the second week of classes, full refund less the fee of two classes.
• Following the third week of classes, full refund less the fee of 3 classes.
• Following the fourth week of classes withdrawal penalty of one month is applied.
• January 1st to February 1st, withdrawal penalty of one month and a credit towards future classes
• No refund/credits will be issued after February 1st
• 12 Week Programs are NON Refundable

What is Pointe?
For the safety and progress of our students, we require dancers to take a minimum of two ballet & pointe classes per week.
*Dancers that are new to pointe will take their pointe classes in their canvas ballet slippers and work on demi pointe until your teacher feels you are ready/strong enough to be fitted for your first pair of pointe shoes.

Application forms available during fall registration
Criteria for Assistant:

  • Must be at least 15 years of age
  • Have taken regular instruction for a minimum of 5 years in the specific discipline in which they will be assisting
  • Presently taking instruction at “The Studio”
  • Have completed 2-3 years in the Teacher in Training program
  • Be selected following an interview process
  • Are required to attend teaching workshops on a regular basis
    • Criteria for Teachers in Training:
  • Must be at least 13 years of age. Have taken regular instruction for a minimum of 4 years in the specific discipline in which they will be assisting.
  • Presently taking instruction at “The Studio”
  • Be selected at the Director’s discretion, based on level of maturity and experience
  • Are required to attend teaching workshops on a regular basis
    • Criteria for Jr. Teacher In Training:
  • Must be at least 11 years of age
  • Presently taking instruction at “The Studio”
  • Have taken a minimum of two years instruction in the discipline in which they will be helping
  • Be selected at the Director’s discretion, based on level of maturity and experience
  • Are required to attend teaching workshops on a regular basis