Policies & FAQ

The Summer 2026 session runs June 15 – July 31, 2026.

GCDA offers Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, Acro/Tumbling, Tap, Choreography/Combos, Strength/Stretch, and Preschool classes.

Bluey Dance Adventure Camp is for ages 2.5–5, June 16–18, 2026, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM. Tuition is $125. It includes dancing, games, music, and fun, and is perfect for first-time dancers.

The confirmed Summer 2026 schedule is published on the Classes page from GCDA's current season documents. If Jackrabbit schedule links show a different schedule, families should use the website schedule and contact GCDA before completing enrollment.

Summer 2026 tuition is based on total weekly class time for the full 7-week session:

• 1 hour/week: $140 total
• 2 hours/week: $201 total
• 3 hours/week: $263 total
• 4 hours/week: $324 total
• 5 hours/week: $394 total

Most popular: 3–5 hours per week for dancers looking to improve quickly.

Unlimited summer training: Available for dancers who want to train more and maximize summer progress.

Family-friendly options: Sibling discounts and unlimited family plans are available.

GCDA welcomes first-time dancers starting at age 2.5 through the Preschool program and Bluey Dance Adventure Camp. These classes are built for young dancers who need a warm, encouraging first activity close to home.

No previous dance experience is required for preschool and beginner-friendly summer options. The studio can help place your dancer by age, confidence, and experience.

Use the Classes page as the current source of truth for Summer 2026. Jackrabbit schedule links are hidden while portal listings are being updated to match the season documents.

• Ensure your child is dressed appropriately and ready at class time
• Drop off no more than 5 minutes early; pick up within 5 minutes of class ending
• Have your child use the bathroom prior to class
• Label all belongings; GCDA is not responsible for lost or stolen items
• Address questions by phone, email, or scheduled meeting rather than during class transitions

• Arrive on time and attend consistently
• Respect all teachers and students
• No cell phone use during class
• Give strong effort in every class

Disrespectful behavior may result in being asked to leave class.

Company Team dancers represent GCDA in class, at conventions, at competitions, online, and in the community. Company families are expected to uphold the standards outlined in the 2026–2027 Company Information and Company Contract documents.

Key expectations include coachability, consistent attendance, respect for teacher/choreographer creative decisions, professional conduct from dancers and parents, and clear communication about outside activities and scheduling conflicts.

For the 2026–2027 season, Juniors/Pre-Teen/Teen/Seniors ages 8–18 commit to 3 days per week and 9.75+ hours. The company season runs June 2026 – May 2027.