program fees

below you will find all information about class fees,

discounts and payment policies

Adult sessions

Competitive program

Recreational classes

dance camps

We accept new students year-round

Fees are prorated for late-season enrollments.

Kanata
65 DENZIL DOYLE CRT.

Studio 1: UNIT #112

Studio 2: UNIT #212

ncac
35 STAFFORD RD., STUDIO #10

2024-2025 Dance Season

September 08, 2024 to June 14, 2025 (36 weeks)

We accept new students year-round; fees prorated for those joining later in the season

The schedule will stay the same throughout the dance season
online registrationRecreational & Adult Sessions
Email us to schedule an audition to join our Competitive team

2025 year-end showcase - sunday, June 8th

All dancers, including adults, will have an option to participate in our Year-End Showcase in June. Students will be notified in March about the costume fee, which will be added to their account at that time. The fee will range from $40 to $80, depending on the class.

fees & discounts

recreational programs

season ends june 14th

The fee is split into monthly installments

Flexible cancellation terms

Free Trials

Registration fee (non-refundable)

$44.25 + hst

Prorated Fee is based on the number of weeks remaining in the season

1 class/week - $16 per week

Full Price (Sept 8 to June 14 or 36 weeks) $576 + hst

Example of Prorated Fee with 22 weeks remaining: $352

2nd class or Family Member - $14.35 per week

Full Price (Sept 8 to June 14 or 36 weeks) $518 + hst

Example of Prorated Fee with 22 weeks remaining: $316

3rd class or Family Member - $12.85 per week

Full Price (Sept 8 to June 14 or 36 weeks) $460 + hst

Example of Prorated Fee with 22 weeks remaining: $282

Payment options

Option 1 (DEFAULT) - Monthly Payment:
Enrollment online with Auto-Pay. The total fee is divided by the number of remaining months until the end of the Dance Season and automatically deducted from the credit card on file each month.

Option 2 - Three Equal Payments:
The total fee is divided into 3 equal parts, with payment due dates in September, December, and March. After completing your registration, please contact us via email to request a change in the payment frequency from monthly.

refund policy

Students can withdraw from the recreational program by providing a two-week written notice to our email. For the competitive program, refunds are available within 4 weeks from the start of the season in September, also with a written notice. Eligible students will receive a refund minus the cost of any classes already attended. After March 1st, refunds for recreational classes will be issued as studio credit only.

The Registration Fee is non-refundable.

Adult Sessions

short-term adult programs from 6 to 13 weeks

class/trial fee: $20 + hst

no Registration fee
Registration closes after the 3rd week of the session

Prorated Fee is based on the number of weeks remaining in the sesson

7-week session (55 min)

$140 + hst

8-week session (55 min)

$160 + hst

...

10-week session (55 min)

$200 + hst

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Payment options

Option 1 (DEFAULT) - Monthly Payment (credit card only):
Enrollment online with Auto-Pay. The total fee is divided by the number of remaining months until June 1st and automatically deducted from the credit card on file each month.
Option 2 - Split Payments (e-transfer or cash):
The class fee can be divided into 2 or 3 installments upon request. Please email us after completing your registration to arrange this payment option.

refund policy

Cancel 7 days or more before the beginning of the session to get a full refund; non-refundable if cancelled 6 days or less before the start date of the session.

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Summer dance camps

(day and sleepaway)

weekly in July and August

no hst on day camps!

All Day Camps

$260

Competitive Day Camp

$300

Sleepaway Dance Camp

All-Inclusive 5-nights vacation - July 13 to 18

$880 + hst

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Payment options

By default, all customers are to enroll in Auto-Pay where the credit card details are required before completing the registration. Automatic payments are applied on the 1st of each month with the final payment applied on July 1st. Camp deposit is due at the time of registration.
Alternatively, if you would like to pay by cash, check, or e-transfer, you can opt for two equal payments. Please contact us by email after completing your registration to arrange this option.

refund policy

DAY CAMPS
Cancel 30 days or more before the beginning of the camp to get full refund, less the camp deposit; 50% refund if cancelled 15 to 30 days prior to the start date; non-refundable if cancelled 14 days or less prior to the start date of the program.
$40 camp deposit is not refundable.

SLEEPAWAY CAMPS
before JANUARY 1: Full refund of all fees, less a $50 cancellation fee (per camper).
JANUARY 1 – MARCH 1: Full refund of all fees less a $100 cancellation fee (per camper).
MARCH 1 - MAY 1: Full refund of all fees less a $150 cancellation fee (per camper).
MAY 1 to JUNE 30: get 50% of camp fee refunded
after JULY 1: fees are non-refundable.

Enrollment for Auto-Pay is required for some programs, i.e. Adults Sessions, Summer classes. If you do not wish to enroll in Auto-Pay,  please contact us by email to process your registration manually.

We accept the following methods of payment: E-transfer, cash, cheques and credit cards.

E-transfers should be sent to [email protected]

Cash - exact change only - use an envelope and clearly identify the student's name and class details, with the amount written on it.

Cheques should be made payable to "School of Modern Dance Ottawa Inc."

Credit Card and Auto-Pay payments automatically incur a 3% convenience fee per transaction
No refunds, credits or make-up classes will be provided for missed classes due to student absences or classes cancelled due to extreme weather, natural disasters or any unforeseen events which will make it impossible to host classes safely. All fees paid for costumes, performances or competitions are not refundable.