Please read the 2011 Student Handbook prior to registration. To finalize registration, you must complete the Parent/Student Agreement and return it to the Conservatory office.
First Baptist Church Trussville is pleased to offer a Dance program to our community. Registration for classes is a semester commitment. The fees for Dance include 1 or more classes per week, with an additional Recital costume fee to be paid towards the end of each semester. The Recital costume fee generally ranges between $30-$50 per costume.
2012 SPRING SEMESTER
The Spring 2012 semester begins January 23rd and ends with our Dance Recital on Monday, May 7, 6:00 pm.
Payment plans available for Dance tuition are the following:
Plan A: Full tuition paid upon registration
Plan B: Tuition paid monthly by credit/debit card agreement
Payment Plan A is the full semester’s tuition paid up front, at the time of registration. You can pay by check, cash, or credit card online. Payment Plan B is an automatic monthly payment plan, explained on the CREDIT CARD AGREEMENT FORM, where the semester’s cost is split into 5 payments, made on the 5th of each month (Jan-May). This monthly payment will be an automatic secure charge to the debit or credit card of your choice. The first payment is due at the time of registration. To take advantage of the monthly tuition payment option, please download, complete, and return the Conservatory Credit Card Agreement. Please see below for the tuition costs for the different classes.
If payment becomes a problem, please call the Conservatory office (205-228-1025) to discuss possible payment arrangements.
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2012 SPRING SCHEDULE:
January 23 – May 7
General Schedule: (classes must have a minimum of 5 students registered to open)
*All classes are taught in Room 314, 3rd floor of Building C at FBCT.
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It is strongly recommended that all dancers take Ballet each semester, and add additional classes with Ballet. We believe that since Ballet is the foundation of professional dance, it is vital to the development of each of our dancers and vital to learning other forms of dance as well.
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TUITION
Pre-Ballet (Ages 2-4)
- $225 per semester ($45 per month)
Ages 5+ Classes
- 1 Class (i.e. Ballet Only): $320 per semester ($64 per month)
- 2 Classes (i.e. Ballet & Jazz/Hip Hop): $480 per semester ($96 per month) – $160 discount
- 3 Classes: $640 per semester ($128 per month) - $320+ discount
Adult Recreational Ballet / Zumba (Ages 18+)
- $300 per semester ($60 per month)
PRIVATE LESSONS
- $40.00 per half hour
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DISCOUNTS:
- Multiple Class Discount (as priced above)
- Full Payment Discount: We offer a $25 discount per household to anyone paying in full by CASH or CHECK at the beginning of the semester.
- Sibling Discount: first sibling – 1/2 price off tuition, second sibling or more – free tuition*
*Sibling discount applies to tuition only and not recital costume fee.
Other Fees:
DANCE RECITAL – Costume Fee
This showcase allows the parents, grandparents, siblings, family and friends to see the progressions that the dancers have made. You are expected to purchase one costume PER class enrolled. Costume pricing ranges between $30-$50 per costume.
Date: MONDAY, May 7
Place: First Baptist Church Trussville
Time: 6:00 pm
Costume Fee: TBA (typically $30-$50 per class)
(all dancers arrive 1 hour early, dressed in your first dance routine costume and hair and make up)
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Financial Obligations:
- Prior to the first week of the semester, the total tuition is due or the Credit Card Agreement form must be submitted to enroll in monthly payments.
- Tuition payments and fees paid are non refundable in whole or in part.
- If the student discontinues his/her participation in the program, payment is still due in full for the remainder of the semester as well as any recital and/or costume fees.
Check Bouncing Policy:
There will be a $35 fee for a bounced check.
Late Payment Provisions:
If a student’s account balance is delinquent, the Conservatory may, in its discretion, deny further participation in Conservatory classes and events until the account is current or until alternative payment arrangements are mutually agreed upon.*
*The Conservatory may, in its sole discretion, consider extenuating circumstances and allow a student to discontinue lessons without penalty or further financial obligation.
Withdrawals & Refunds:
No adjustment of charges or refunds will be made in the case of withdrawal after the semester begins. A student should not register for lessons or classes if he/she believes there may be any scheduling conflicts. Failure to attend classes does not constitute withdrawal. Prolonged illness or moving away from the Birmingham metropolitan area are the only considerations for tuition refunds and adjustments.
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How to Register:
There are two ways for you to enroll in the FBCT Conservatory:
1. Register online. Submit an online registration form.
2. Register by phone. Call 205-228-1025.
*Registration is not complete until a tuition payment has been received. Submit payment online here.
Making a Payment:
To make a tuition payment, you have the option to either pay online, through the Online Contributions page, or pay by cash or check. If paying online, simply enter the required tuition amount as your “donation” during the contribution payment process. Type the words “Conservatory Tuition for (Student’s Name)” in the Designated Contribution Name box. If paying by check, please make Checks Payable to: First Baptist Church Trussville or FBCT and include the student’s name on the check. Bring it to the Church office or mail it to: The Conservatory at FBC Trussville, P.O. Box 27, Trussville, AL 35173.
To take advantage of the monthly tuition payment option download, complete, and return the Conservatory Credit Card Agreement.
What’s Offered?
For a full listing of our classes offered, click here.
For tuition costs for the Music & Art programs, click here.
