The Saratoga City Ballet School is committed to upholding the traditions of classical ballet. Dance is an art form that demands discipline and mutual respect. We are a pre-professional school, meaning that those attending have aspirations to a possible career in dance, either as a performer or a teacher. We expect our students to behave in a way befitting that of any serious dance student and act with decorum, both in and out of the studio. Students are to behave courteously to faculty and their peers at all times. For the benefit of others, any student causing disruptions during class will be asked to leave or sit out.

Some basic rules of the studio:

• No food anywhere except the lobby. Only water is allowed in the studios. No sports drinks, vitamin water, etc. allowed.
• No gum in the building.
• No talking during instruction.
• No hanging on the barres at any time.
• Please take out what you bring in. This includes clothing, shoes, band-aid wrappers, tape and hairpins.
• Mirrors are not to be touched.
• Do not play or place any objects on the piano.
• Do not hang your clothes on the barres. Winter coats and shoes should be left in the dressing room.
• The faculty and accompanist should be properly thanked after each class.
• Members of the faculty and staff as well as fellow students should be treated with respect and courtesy at all times.

We strive to cultivate a nurturing, open, and supportive environment for all who attend the Saratoga City Ballet School. Any student or parent who chooses to disrupt this order will be asked to withdraw from the school.