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Parent Resources

Helpful information for families about safety, communication, attendance, dress code, privacy, and studio expectations.

Parent trust commitment

Built for Families

Evolve Dance and Fitness, LLC's parent-facing approach centers on safe participation, age-appropriate programming, respectful communication, clear expectations, and confidence-building for every student.

Safe Environment

Classes and studio procedures are designed around safe movement, supervision, incident reporting, emergency information, and clear parent communication.

Age Appropriate

Instruction, music, costuming, choreography, and performance presentation are expected to align with a parent-trust standard.

Clear Communication

Families receive schedule, billing, policy, class, and event updates through approved studio communication channels once established.

Confidence and Character

The studio culture emphasizes confidence, teamwork, discipline, kindness, effort, leadership, and lifelong wellness.

Frequently asked questions

Common Parent Questions

What should my dancer wear?

Students should wear clean, fitted, movement-appropriate clothing and class-required shoes when applicable. Hair should be secured away from the face, and jewelry or loose accessories should be removed when they create a safety concern. In general, dancers should avoid jeans, loose clothing, skirts, or anything that could catch on equipment. Ballet, tap, lyrical, contemporary, and fitness classes each have their own shoe or barefoot requirements, while hip hop classes typically use clean indoor sneakers. Students should wear the class-appropriate attire and follow instructor guidance on any special requirements.

How are absences handled?

Report an absence in the Parent Portal by selecting your student, opening Absences, entering the date and any notes, and submitting the notification. Absences reported more than 24 hours in advance may qualify for a makeup class. Eligible makeups must be completed within 30 days, are subject to availability and studio policies, and are not guaranteed.

Open the Parent Portal

How do I request a class change or drop?

Email info@dancewithevolve.com to request a class change. Requests should be submitted by the 20th of the month whenever possible so there is time to review placement, scheduling, and billing.

To request a class drop, open the Parent Portal, find the class, select the three-dot menu, and choose Request Drop. Enter the requested drop date and a brief reason, then submit. Submit drop requests by the 20th of the month to avoid tuition charges for the following month. A request is not confirmed until reviewed by Evolve.

Open the Parent Portal

How do I book a private lesson?

In the Parent Portal, select Appointments, choose Solo, Duo, or Trio Lesson, select an available instructor and time, and complete the booking. Contact Evolve if you do not see a time that works; additional scheduling options may be available.

Open the Parent Portal

Are trial classes available?

Yes. Students may enroll for one free trial class with no commitment or payment required. Continue through the normal registration process, choose the trial enrollment option when available, and note that the trial is for one class only. If your student continues, conversion to a full enrollment and payment will be required.

How does pickup work?

Minor students are released only to approved parents, legal guardians, or authorized pickup contacts listed in the student account or otherwise approved in writing by Evolve. Parents are welcome to wait in the lobby, visit a neighboring business such as Figaro's Pizza or All Mine Frozen Yogurt, or return at the end of class to pick up their child.

What happens during emergencies?

Evolve will take reasonable action during a medical emergency, injury, illness, allergic reaction, or urgent safety concern and will make reasonable efforts to contact a parent or guardian as soon as practical.

Is prior dance experience required?

No. Beginner-level classes welcome students who are new to dance. Contact Evolve for placement guidance.

Can my child join after the season has started?

Students may join when space, class readiness, and program timing allow. Joining later may affect participation in an upcoming performance.

Can parents stay during class?

Parents are welcome to wait in the lobby, visit a neighboring business such as Figaro's Pizza or All Mine Frozen Yogurt, or return at the end of class to pick up their child. Please remain off the dance floor unless invited, and keep the waiting area quiet and clear for family and student safety.

Will Evolve offer recitals or performances?

Performance participation is optional and opt-in. Evolve may offer community performance opportunities at a low cost, and any performance will not be required for participation in regular class enrollment.

Can we visit or try a class before enrolling?

Families may request a meet-and-greet or studio visit. Trial classes may be offered when space and timing allow. Continue through the normal registration process and select the trial enrollment option when it is available; required waivers and studio expectations apply.

Dress code minimums

Studio Attire Standards

General standards

  • Hair should be secured away from the face.
  • Students should wear fitted, movement-friendly dancewear and avoid jeans or loose clothing.
  • No large jewelry, hoops, long necklaces, or accessories that could catch or distract.
  • Label all belongings and follow instructor direction for safety.

Per-class dress code requirements

Class Clothing Shoes
My First Dance & Play
Ages 1-3
Comfortable, stretchy clothing or dancewear. Tutus welcome! Ballet shoes or non-slip socks
Tumble Tots
Ages 3-5
Leotard or fitted athletic/dancewear. No loose clothing or skirts for safety. Bare feet
Mini Movers
Ages 3-5
Comfortable athletic clothing that allows movement. Leotard and tights. Clean, indoor-only sneakers
Twirl & Tap
Ages 3-5
Leotard or fitted athletic/dancewear. Ballet skirt or tutu optional. Pink ballet shoes + tap shoes (any color)
Acro Foundations
Ages 6+
Leotard or fitted athletic/dancewear. No loose clothing, jewelry or skirts. Bare feet
Hip Hop Foundations
Ages 6-8
Athletic/dancewear such as leggings, joggers, shorts or fitted tees. Clean, indoor-only sneakers
Hip Hop
Ages 9+
Comfortable athletic/dancewear that allows full movement. Clean, indoor-only sneakers
Lyrical Foundations
Ages 6-8
Leotard or fitted dancewear. Shorts or leggings are welcome. Half soles
Lyrical
Ages 9+
Fitted dancewear such as leotards, leggings, shorts, tank tops or fitted tees. Half soles
Tap Foundations
Ages 6+
Leotard or fitted dancewear. Leggings or dance shorts welcome. Tap shoes — any color
Jazz Pom Foundations
Ages 6-8
Fitted dance/athletic wear. Leggings, shorts, tank tops or fitted tees. Jazz shoes — any color
Jazz Pom
Ages 9+
Fitted dance/athletic wear that allows full movement. Jazz shoes — any color
Contemporary Foundations
Ages 6-8
Leotard or fitted dancewear. Leggings or dance shorts welcome. Bare feet or half soles
Contemporary
Ages 9+
Fitted dancewear such as leotards, leggings, shorts, tank tops or fitted tees. Bare feet or half soles
Leaps & Turns
Ages 8+
Fitted dancewear or athletic wear with no jewelry or baggy clothes. Half soles or ballet shoes
Technique & Conditioning
Ages 9+
Fitted athletic/dancewear, leggings, shorts, tank tops or fitted tees. Half soles, ballet shoes, or appropriate dance shoes
Fitness Classes
Ages 12+
Comfortable workout clothing that allows free movement. Clean, indoor-only sneakers or dance-safe shoes
Petite Ballet
Ages 6-8
Leotard and tights. Ballet skirt optional. Ballet shoes
Ballet
Ages 9-12
Leotard and tights. Ballet shoes
Ballet
Ages 13+
Leotard and tights or fitted ballet/dancewear. Ballet shoes

Resources

Documents and Account Access

Parent / Student Handbook

Family-facing expectations, policies, communication standards, dress code, attendance, pickup, conduct, and safety guidance.

Download Parent Handbook

Privacy Notice

Information about the collection, use, protection, and optional media consent handling for student and family information.

Download Privacy Notice

Parent and Student Portal

Access your family account, review registrations, update payment methods, schedule private lessons, report absences, and submit class drop requests through the official Jackrabbit Parent Portal.

Access Parent Portal

Evolve Mobile App

Open the Evolve Dance and Fitness mobile app to stay connected with studio information and access available family features from your phone.

Open the Evolve Mobile App

Required forms and policies

Family Documents