Studio etiquette and Safety
- Students, PLEASE remember to thank their instructor for class, parents please encourage this.
- The studio opens 15 minutes prior to the first class of the day, Monday – Thursday; The studio is closed on Friday and Sunday except for special events.
- All patrons waiting in the lobby area are expected to remain calm & cooperative as to not disrupt classes that are in session.
- Parents please monitor your children at all times when in the studio.
- Dancers, please wait outside studio room until prompted by instructor to enter the studio room for safety sake.
- NOTE: KIO Is not responsible for supervision of children left unattended on premises before, during, and after classes. Unattended children will result in contacting of an adult to come tend to them.
- KIO is not responsible for any personal items lost or stolen on premises, at competitions or at any events KIO attends.
In case of inclement weather or other emergencies:
Please call the studio @ 517-582-6784 after 1PM (Monday – Thursday) & after 8AM (Saturday) for DANCE class cancellation information. DANCE Class cancellation information can also be found on our Facebook page & Instagram pages.
KIO Families will receive email notice of any cancellations by email and on the studio BAND app.
KIO will not issue refunds for classes, events or competitions cancelled due to inclement weather, illness or any other emergency situations that alike.
Student absence, tardy and attendance matter reports must be sent to the primary studio email and copy our Office Manager:
To: General Mailbox - kio2dance@gmail.com
CC: Office Manager - saram.kickitout@gmail.com
In addition to the contacts above, please CC the relevant Lead Instructor based on the program:
Competitive Team - mariannas.kickitout@gmail.com
Studio Dance - Chester at Chesterw.kickitout@gmail.com
To contact for Community/Performance team: kiocommunityperformance
If email access is unavailable, you may use the studio phone to report the attendance issue: Studio Phone: 517-582-6784 (Voicemail or Text Message accepted)
*All information is subject to change!
Please keep the lobby areas tidy as you find them and free from obstacles.
Please no food in the lobby area; water only. You may use the kitchen or changing room areas for food.
Please help us keep costs down and our dance family safe by adhering to our safety guidelines in the studio!
KIO is not responsible for any personal items lost or stolen on premises, at competitions or at any events KIO attends.
In case of inclement weather or other emergencies, please call the studio @ 517-582-6784 after 1PM (Monday – Thursday) & after 8AM (Saturday) for DANCE class cancellation information.
DANCE CLASS ATTIRE
STUDIO DANCE PROGRAM CLASS ATTIRE & SHOE REQUIREMENTS – DD ONLINE STORE- LINK TO STUDIO DANCE PROGRAM ONLINE STORE - CLICK HERE!
STUDIO DANCE PROGRAM CLASS ATTIRE
STUDIO DANCE PROGRAM BALLET, TAP, JAZZ, TUMBLING, ACRO AND MUSICAL THEATER SHOE REQUIREMENT.
STUDIO DANCE PROGRAM HIP HOP SHOE - TBD.
- Hair pulled back (bun, ponytail, or braid are acceptable.
- Required: Dancewear (leotard, dance skirts, pants, or capris).
- Not allowed: Jeans, baggy sweatshirts, or everyday clothing.
- Sports bras for ages 13+ must be Director approved.
Class attire is subject to change at any time.
Please e-mail with questions: saram.kickitout@gmail.com
COMPETITIVE TEAM DANCE CLASS ATTIRE & SHOE REQUIREMENTS – DD ONLINE STORE- LINK TO COMPETITIVE ONLINE STORE - CLICK HERE!
COMPETITIVE TEAM CLASS ATTIRE REQUIREMENTS
COMPETITIVE TEAM BALLET SHOE REQUIREMENT
COMPETITIVE TEAM TAP, JAZZ, CONTEMPORARY & LYRICAL SHOE REQUIREMENT
COMPETITIVE TEAM HIP HOP SHOE REQUIREMENT - TBD
COMPETITIVE DANCE SOLO, DUO & TRIO SHOE AS REQUIRED BY DIRECTOR
Competitive Classes -Competitive Team dancers MUST be in proper attire or they will sit out of class!
- No casual wear or every day attire.
- Baggy warm-ups only allowed for warm-up time.
- Sports bras for ages 13+ must be Director approved.
- Hair must be secured neatly, bun required for ballet.
Specific Styles:
- TLF: Jazz, ballet, or pirouette shoes; leotard with tights or fitted dance bottoms.
- Strength & Conditioning: Indoor athletic shoes; athletic attire.
- Ballet: Black/solid leotard, pink or skin-tone tights, bun required.
- Jazz/Lyrical/Contemporary: Leotard, tights, optional dance shorts or leggings.
- Tap, Musical Theater, Acro, Tumbling, Hip Hop, Pom: Fitted tops/leotards with appropriate dance bottoms.
- SOLOS, DUOS & TRIOS: AS REQUIRED BY DIRECTOR or INSTRUCTOR.
Class attire is subject to change at any time.
Please e-mail with questions: saram.kickitout@gmail.com
Please be sure dancer has proper shoes & attire for class * Please no every day attire, jeans, jeggings or that alike.
Oversized T- Shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, baggy tops or pants during class are acceptable for warm up ONLY!
Sports bras are acceptable in classes with all dancer’s ages 13+ and MUST be Director approved.
Class attire is subject to change at any time.
Discount Dance - KIO ONLINE Store
KIO Dancewear Store
Please use the following OCR codes to get to each store. Both are customized for our studio per the dress codes established by the Studio Director.
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