Follow the information below for a worry-free American Dance University experience!
To Apply
Be sure that you understand all of the information below before applying. Call 866-383-2382 if you have questions.
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Course Application Policies
American Dance University's Dance Teacher Certification Course is open to regular people like you who wish to become dance teachers. You must be 18 years old or older to attend. No formal dance experience is required to attend, however, we do recommend that you have had at least some dance experience prior to the start of the training.
Groups: Groups of four or more students from the same dance studio can qualify for $50 OFF per-participant. See our Special Offers page for details.
Day Students: Trainees attending as day students pay the "Training Program" + "Meal Plan" fees. Group & early-bird discounts can be applied to day student tuition. All other discounts do not apply to day trainees.
Space Availability: American Dance University cannot guarantee space in any given course prior to receiving your application. Registration is first-come, first-served.
Session Confirmation: Online applicants will receive confirmation of their registration via email within 30 minutes of submitting their application.
Disclaimer: American Dance University reserves the right to refuse an application and/or dismiss, without refund, any trainee at any time for reasons which, in its sole discretion, are in the best interest of its business, students and staff.
What's Included, What's Not
The "Training Program" is a 50-Hour Dance Certification for teachers & choreographers. It includes training by Senior American Dance Staff in anatomy & kinesiology; dance technique; dance class sequencing; history & philosophy; dance combinations & choreography; successful business practices; and American Dance core values. The "Room & Board" fee includes lodging and daily meals from Thursday night dinner through Wednesday morning breakfast.
Payment Requirements
>> Prior to April 30: A minimum $300 per-student deposit is required.
>> After April 30: Full payment is required.
>> Visa or MasterCard only.
Early-Bird Discount Deadlines: To qualify for our Extra Early-Bird or Early-Bird discounts, your application and payment in-full must be received on or before the dates specified, no exceptions. See our Special Offers page for details.
Payment Deadlines: All tuition balances are due on or before May 30, 2014. If a trainee's full tuition balance is not paid by the deadline, and the trainee has not confirmed mutually acceptable plans for payment with American Dance University, the following actions will be taken:
>> The delinquent account is placed "on-hold." Trainees with accounts "on-hold" are no longer confirmed for their chosen camp session/s.
>> On June 10, the delinquent account incurs a $25 late charge.
>> Accounts still unpaid after June 15 are considered abandoned and will be cancelled. A $50 fee - in addition to the full account balance
must be paid to reinstate such accounts. Reinstatement is based on availability and cannot be guaranteed.
Registered Student Handbooks
Registered Student Handbooks, which include all required forms and waivers, will be emailed to confirmed participants starting in March. If you are applying after April 1, your handbook and waivers will be emailed with your registration confirmation. If you would prefer to have your Handbook mailed USPS, you must request it in writing by contacting us. All required forms and waivers will be due back to American Dance University by June 15, 2014.
Medical & Insurance Requirements
All trainees must be covered by their own medical insurance - no exceptions. Prior to check-in, all trainees must have on file a completed health form, which requires a physical examination by a licensed health professional dated no earlier than two years prior to attending American Dance University. Required forms and other pertinent information will be included with the Registered Student Handbook.
Date &/Or Program Changes
Once your application has been processed by American Dance University, any desired changes to your registered program location or dates must be requested by contacting us in writing. Changes can only be granted based on availability.
>> Prior to April 30, 2014: No fee for changes. Any difference in price will be refunded or charged.
>> After April 30, 2014: Session-date changes will incur a $25 processing fee per request. Location and/or Program changes cannot be
accommodated and must be processed as a cancellation and new registration.
Cancellations and Refunds
Once your application has been processed by American Dance University, any cancellations must be requested by contacting us in writing. Cancellations are subject to the following policies:
>> Prior to March 31, 2014: Any tuition paid less a $100 per-student processing charge is refundable.
>> After March 31, 2014 and prior to May 30, 2014: Any tuition paid less your $300 per-student deposit is refundable.
>> After May 30, 2014 or up to thirty days prior to your course start date (whichever is earlier): 50% of the total tuition price is refundable.
>> No refunds can be given if a cancellation is within thirty days of the course start date. No exceptions.
>> No refunds can be given if a student withdraws at any time after arriving at the course. No exceptions.
>> There is no reduction of fees for late arrival or early departure. No exceptions.
Student Agreement
By submitting an application, I acknowledge that I have read the American Dance University registration policies and terms & conditions, and understand and agree to be bound by the terms & conditions outlined therein regarding American Dance University's payment requirements and deadlines, medical and insurance requirements, and refund restrictions. I further certify that all information given in the application and on subsequent required student forms will be accurate and complete.
By applying to attend American Dance University, I promise to comply with the rules and regulations of American Dance University. I understand that disrespect toward people or property is not tolerated at American Dance University. I understand that violent behavior, bullying, repeated profanity, bigotry, stealing, inappropriate sexual behavior, tobacco, drug or alcohol possession or use, possession of weapons, or any other behaviors seen as unsafe by American Dance University staff will result in immediate dismissal from the course.
Registration & Cancellation Policies