"Dancers are the athletes of God."
— Albert Einstein, Theoretical physicist
General Information
Quick Ground Rules
Classes are Rehearsals!
Studio Policies
Dress Code
Parking at Relevé
Studio Closures
Recital Information
Picture Day
Quick Ground Rules
- Relevé Studios is a "Nut-free Zone". Please do not bring in nuts or peanut butter products. Those with allergies thank you!
- No hard-soled or high-heeled street shoes are allowed in the studios. Pretty please!
- No food or drinks (except for bottled water) are allowed inside the studios.
- Please bring water with you, or you may purchase it in the lobby vending machine.
- Toys, books, videos, and Wi-Fi are available in our lobby for all.
- Parents are invited to watch the final 15-minutes of each class on the last class of the month.
- Please sign in at the front desk before each class!
Classes are Rehearsals!
Because we want to instill our students with a great work ethic and professional demeanor, we run our classes as rehearsals. After all, we are rehearsing for a June performance and many other performances in between. Being professional and courteous does not mean we don’t like to have fun; we just like to have organized fun!
Rehearsal Rules:
- Always be in the correct attire with the correct shoes at the start of rehearsal (on time is 5 minutes early). Instructors may not allow students to participate in class if they are more than 10 minutes late. You may watch, but you may not participate. Missing a warm-up is dangerous and tardiness is inconsiderate to everyone in the rehearsal.
- If rehearsing for a musical or play, bring the appropriate music and script, with several sharpened pencils with erasers, for taking blocking and notes down. Practice your material at home in between your rehearsals.
- The director/choreographer should have the performers’ complete attention. Performers must not talk among themselves unless directed to do so.
- If you are waiting your turn to rehearse, please be courteous by being quiet.
- No food, gum, cell phones or hard-soled street shoes are allowed in the studios.
- Drugs, smoking and gossip are not tolerated within the studios.
- Check your tap shoes for loose screws, and tennis shoes for rocks or pebbles, before going on the brand new floors!
- Always ask before you leave a rehearsal.
- Parents, please do not distract your child while they are rehearsing.
- Good attendance is important for the student’s success. Being inconsistent with attendance and falling behind has several consequences:
- The owner may need to request personal make-up lessons at an additional fee to the student
- If the student cannot catch up with choreography, lines, or vocals (whatever the case may be), he/she may be excluded from the June production and other performance opportunities.
- The student may feel dejected and embarrassed.
- Please take bathroom breaks before going into rehearsal.
- No food or liquids allowed, with the exception of bottled water.
- Please exit rehearsal immediately so the next group can begin.
- Have fun and enjoy the process!
Studio Policies
All rules and regulations have been established to keep operations running smoothly, protect clients, employees, and the property.
- By attending Relevé Studios, you give us your consent to use you or your child’s image or likeness in marketing materials.
- Relevé Studios is not held responsible for personal injuries. Clients understand that the risk of injury exists in all physical activities.
- Relevé Studios is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
- Relevé Studios is not responsible for students leaving the facility without permission or supervision.
- Relevé Studios reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes, change or substitute teachers, and refuse classes to anyone who does not comply with the rules and regulations set in place by Relevé Studios.
- Private lessons with instructors should be set-up through the front desk.
- Students are placed in classes based on age, maturity, and experience. The owner reserves the right to re-assign a student to another class level based on the evaluation of the instructor.
- Excused absences may be made up in another class within one month of the missed class. (Please pick up a "Make-Up Pass" at the front desk.) We request that you give us 24 hours notice for absences. If we have not heard about an absence at least 2 hours prior to class—it will not be considered "excused" and will not be eligible for a "make-up" session. Please note: no refunds will be given.
Dress Code
Ballet
- Girls (up to 7 years old): Solid pink leotard and ballet-pink tights (non-shimmer and no seams). Pink ballet shoes. Hair must be in a bun. Children 6 yrs and under may wear a braid or pony tail instead.
- Girls (over 7 years old): Solid black leotard and ballet-pink tights (non-shimmer and no seams). Pink ballet shoes (split-soled is preferred but not required for 7 yrs and up). Hair must be in a bun.
- Boys: Black jazz pants, dance belt (for those over 13 years old), black or white close fitted tank or t-shirt, and split-sole black ballet shoes.
Jazz
- Girls: Solid black leotard, unitard, or camisole/close-fitted type shirt. (No baggy clothing.) Solid black jazz pants. Black split sole jazz shoes.
- Boys: Black jazz pants or sweats, dance belt (for those over 13 years old), and a solid colored fitted tank or t-shirt, and split-sole black jazz shoes.
Tap
- Refer to Jazz attire. Black flat tap shoes. Instructor must be able to see your feet and ankles. (Jazz style black flat tap shoes are preferred for age 7 and older.)
Hawaiian, Modern, Lyrical, Contemporary
- Refer to Jazz attire. Most instructors prefer bare feet. Though, lyrical sandals are also allowed.
Broadway Jazz (aka: Theatre Dance)
- Girls: Refer to Jazz attire. Certain classes may require tan 2” character shoes that are rubberized and reinforced -- ask the instructor.
- Boys: Refer to Jazz attire.
Flamenco
- Girls: Black leotard. Black flamenco skirt (with 1 or 2 ruffles). Black character shoes (with a heel 2 inches or less). Hair pulled back.
- Boys: Black jazz pants, and a black or white t-shirt. Black jazz shoes or black tap shoes without taps. (If you decide to wear tap shoes, it's very important that they do not have taps or hat the taps are covered with tape.)
Hip-Hop, Hip-Hop/Jazz Funk, Urban Funk, Popping, Step/Stomp
- Loose-fitted clothing you can move in. Tennis shoes with traction. (NO flip-flops, crocs, etc.)
Fitness / Pilates / Stretch & Tone / Cardio Dance / Bootcamp
- Comfortable clothing you can move in. No hard-soled, street shoes! Dance sneakers are best.
Ballroom, Latin Ballroom
- Girls: Skirt, with leggings or shorts underneath. Leotard, unitard, or camisole/close-fitted type shirt. Jazz, Character, or Ballroom shoes. Shoes must have straps!
- Boys: Black casual pants with belt. T-shirt. Jazz or Ballroom shoes.
Voice, Acting, Musical Theatre, Improv
- Comfortable clothes and flat soft-soled shoes. Women should not wear skirts or dresses. (Check shoes for debris before going on the studio floors.) (NO FLIP-FLOPS!)
- Dance is usually a part of the musical theatre classes. Please refer to Broadway Jazz and Tap for dress codes.
Please no bare mid-drifts!
No dangly jewelery or watches.
No hard-soled street shoes.
No provocative clothing, wording or symbols that are inapproprate for children.
Do not wear dance shoes outside! You will ruin them!
If you wear glasses, please consider getting a strap to keep them in place, or wear contacts to class.
Parking at Relevé
Relevé Studios has free lot parking available
Due to a Department of Transportation change, there is no street parking along the south side of Oxnard, near the front of the studio. We are trying to fight this with the DOT and CIty Council. But for now - it is a towaway zone. Sorry!
However, we do have 17 parking spots (marked "RESERVED 100") in a lot at the very back of the complex. See green spots on map at right. You may also park in shared parking spots (marked "RESERVED 200").
To find these hidden gems, drive down the long driveway on the east side of the studio, go to the end of the building, turn right and then an immediate left. You will see purple signs along the fence indicating Relevé Studios parking.
In addition, the "RESERVED 100" and "RESERVED 200" spots are also available for our use.
Please contact the front desk if the parking is full.
Studio Closures
Please note: Starting the 2010-2011 dance year, the studio will remain open on the Saturdays of 3-day weekend.
Thanksgiving Weekend
Thursday, November 25 - Sunday, November 28, 2010
Christmas & Winter Break
Sunday, December 19, 2010 - Sunday, January 2, 2011
Spring Break
Sunday, April 17 - Sunday, April 24, 2011
Recital Information
Year-End Dance Recital
All efforts will be made to place classes with students under 8 years old in the first Act ONLY.
Classes with students under 8 years old will be performing in only TWO shows.
- Act One Blocking & Dress Rehearsal: Tuesday, June 14, 2011
- Location & Times - 5:30 - 8:30 at Birmingham High School Auditorium
- Act Two Blocking & Dress Rehearsal: Wednesday, June 15, 2011
- Location & Times - 5:30 - 8:30 at Birmingham High School Auditorium
- Final Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, June 16, 2011
- Location & Times - 5:00 - 8:30 at Birmingham High School Auditorium
- Most students will be required to stay for the entire rehearsal. Please bring food, water, costumes, and games to pass the time while you wait to rehearse on stage. We will be running the show, and adjusting entrances and exits, as well as the curtain call, so you may not leave until you are dismissed by Jodi or Catherine.
- Performances:
- Friday, June 17, 6:30pm
- Saturday, June 18, 2:00pm
- Sunday, June 19, 2:00pm
- Location: Birmingham High School's beautiful 600-seat auditorium
- We need volunteers to help us backstage during both shows and the rehearsals. Please let the front desk know if you are interested. Volunteers receive 1 complimentary ticket.
- Tickets will go on sale at Relevé on May 7, 2011
- Each student will receive 1 coupon code for a free ticket
- Tickets are $15 in advance (click here) or $20 at the door
Picture Days & Dress Parade
2011 Dates - TBA (either May 13-15, or May 20-22)
- Most performers will only need to attend one day of dress parade & photo shoot.
- Each group dance will be given specific time slots throughout the day. This will be posted at the in the lobby hallway.
- Our wonderful photographers will be taking group shots of every number in the recital.
- Individual photo sessions may be scheduled separate from the group photo times.
- Bring all costumes, tights, shoes, make-up and hair accessories.
- Photo packages and photo CDs are available. Ask the front desk for more details.
If you have any questions about any of this information please contact us.