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QUESTIONS FOR CONSUMERS
Most people tend to pick a dance studio for its location or class schedule without giving serious thought to
what they will be getting for their investment, which can be substantial over the years as their child takes
dance lessons. As non-dancers, one may just not know what to ask. Following are questions an informed
consumer should ask when inquiring about dance training.
1. What is your experience as a studio manager?
Miss Doreen has owned and managed Doreen’s Dance Center since 1986. The studio’s consistent
growth & fine reputation in the area are testaments to her desire to bring quality, progressive dance
training to her students in a fun, loving environment.
2. Who are the teachers?
All classes at Doreen’s Dance Center are taught by adult, experienced dance teachers who continue their
dance education through master classes, workshops and seminars with world-renowned teachers.
Young teachers must apprentice with the director first before teaching their own classes.
3. Are students left under the charge of teen assistants or are pre-school classes taught by
teens?
Although our pre-professional level students assist and demonstrate in our classrooms,
adult teachers are always present. Warmups are an integral part of dance classes and should always be
directed by one trained in proper dance technique.
Preschoolers especially need an experienced teacher to deal with their special needs and to make sure
their initial training is a positive experience with correct direction.
4. How is your customer service?
At Doreen’s Dance Center, the office is open at all times when classes are in session to answer
questions and to serve you in business transactions. All phone calls and emails are returned within 24
hours.
5. What is your philosophy regarding dance teaching?
Statistics show that less than 5 percent of students who take dance classes become professional
dancers. It is the philosophy of this school to provide excellent dance training to all students regardless
of their future ambitions. But more importantly, we strive to be positive role models for the children to help
them with their self-esteem and personal growth. All classes are taught with positive reinforcement and
kindness.
6. What are your tuition costs and all other costs I will incur?
All mandatory costs are listed in our studio brochure including registration fees, tuition, costume and
recital fees.
7. Do you sell dance supplies?
Doreen’s Dance Center sells all items required for our classes for your convenience at comparable
prices to dance shops.
8. Tell me about your recital.
Our show is held at the beautiful RHAM High School auditorium in early June. It is never over three hours
in length, and is fast paced and entertaining.
Quotes from relatives of our students:
A grandmother stated “This is the best dance recital I have ever been to…and believe me I have been to a
lot!”
A grandfather stated “I came from Massachusetts and boy was I regretting this, until I saw it. I’m definitely
coming back next year!”
A first year parent stated “I had no idea! It was like a Broadway show!”
A student exclaimed after a double performance, “I love the recital! Can we do it again?”
Most people tend to pick a dance studio for its location or class schedule without giving serious thought to
what they will be getting for their investment, which can be substantial over the years as their child takes
dance lessons. As non-dancers, one may just not know what to ask. Following are questions an informed
consumer should ask when inquiring about dance training.
1. What is your experience as a studio manager?
Miss Doreen has owned and managed Doreen’s Dance Center since 1986. The studio’s consistent
growth & fine reputation in the area are testaments to her desire to bring quality, progressive dance
training to her students in a fun, loving environment.
2. Who are the teachers?
All classes at Doreen’s Dance Center are taught by adult, experienced dance teachers who continue their
dance education through master classes, workshops and seminars with world-renowned teachers.
Young teachers must apprentice with the director first before teaching their own classes.
3. Are students left under the charge of teen assistants or are pre-school classes taught by
teens?
Although our pre-professional level students assist and demonstrate in our classrooms,
adult teachers are always present. Warmups are an integral part of dance classes and should always be
directed by one trained in proper dance technique.
Preschoolers especially need an experienced teacher to deal with their special needs and to make sure
their initial training is a positive experience with correct direction.
4. How is your customer service?
At Doreen’s Dance Center, the office is open at all times when classes are in session to answer
questions and to serve you in business transactions. All phone calls and emails are returned within 24
hours.
5. What is your philosophy regarding dance teaching?
Statistics show that less than 5 percent of students who take dance classes become professional
dancers. It is the philosophy of this school to provide excellent dance training to all students regardless
of their future ambitions. But more importantly, we strive to be positive role models for the children to help
them with their self-esteem and personal growth. All classes are taught with positive reinforcement and
kindness.
6. What are your tuition costs and all other costs I will incur?
All mandatory costs are listed in our studio brochure including registration fees, tuition, costume and
recital fees.
7. Do you sell dance supplies?
Doreen’s Dance Center sells all items required for our classes for your convenience at comparable
prices to dance shops.
8. Tell me about your recital.
Our show is held at the beautiful RHAM High School auditorium in early June. It is never over three hours
in length, and is fast paced and entertaining.
Quotes from relatives of our students:
A grandmother stated “This is the best dance recital I have ever been to…and believe me I have been to a
lot!”
A grandfather stated “I came from Massachusetts and boy was I regretting this, until I saw it. I’m definitely
coming back next year!”
A first year parent stated “I had no idea! It was like a Broadway show!”
A student exclaimed after a double performance, “I love the recital! Can we do it again?”
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