Welcome to the Buffalo Dance Center family! All communication and newsletters are sent via email and the BDC app. Please be sure to keep a current email address on file with us and download our free app. It’s important to review these regularly, as they include key information about important dates, studio news, performance details, and more.
For additional parent resources, please visit our Parent Portal using the button below. There you can find:
- Studio Calendar
- Dress Code
- Parent Handbook
- Details on Payment Info and Policies
Calendar Year
The school year will consist of 35 weeks of classes held over a 10 month period, September – June. The studio will be closed for some holidays and school vacations – please see our studio calendar posted on the parent portal.
School Year Registrants: To best support your child’s training, consistent attendance is required. Students are allowed a total of 4 absences for the 10 month class year. If more than 4 absences occur you may be asked to withdraw from the program. By registering for our school year program, you are confirming your availability for our recital on June 19, 2027 and for all dancers ages 7 and up our picture day/ dress rehearsal on March 21st AND competition weekend April 30-May 2, 2027.
Please dress appropriately for your class by referring to the dress code listed with your class registration for proper attire. For their safety, dancers not properly prepared for class will be asked not to participate. NEW for DANCERS 7 and UP: For a cohesive and professional look, all footwear and tights for performances must be Revolution brand, purchased through the BDC dance shop.
Snow Cancellations will be posted on social media and the BDC app. No credit will be given for snow cancellations however students are welcome to take make-up classes with similar classes offered at additional times.
Please see our workshop schedule on our website (www.BuffaloDanceCenter.com) for more information. Summer Dance Camps and workshops are available in July and August.
We reserve the right to cancel any scheduled classes that do not meet minimum registration requirements.
Fall 2026 Tuition & Payment Information
Tuition is based on 35 weeks of classes held over 10 months September – June. This is an average of 3.5 classes per month. You are not paying for scheduled school vacations and holidays.
School Year Registrants: To withdraw from a class, notification must be received in writing by the 14th of the month prior to discontinue charges to the account. To ensure the commitment of all participants and limit disruption to our classes and performances, a $200 penalty will be assessed for dancers ages 7 and up that wish to withdraw from classes after December 1st.
Workshop and Summer Registrants: Option to withdraw at any time however there are no refunds after you have enrolled and reserved your place in class.
Registration Fee: $55 (individual student) is due at time of registration. For families with more than one dancer, please add $30 for each additional child. This fee secures your enrollment in our school year program classes and includes priority registration for workshops and camps, priority waitlist and class transfer status plus access to our BDC app and parent portal.
Costume Fee: due in November – per child for each performing class. Includes tights for Twirl & Tumble and Pre classes.
- $75 for Twirl & Tumble and Pre-dance classes
- $85 for Mini classes
- $110 for Jr and Teen classes
Performance Fees:
Performance fee #1 – for dancers ages 7 and up (Company Team dancers excluded). The account on file will automatically be charged a non-refundable fee of $99 per dancer ($50 for each additional class) on January 15th. This fee is related to our competition performance the weekend of April 30th-May 2nd.
Performance fee #2 – for all dancers. The account on file will automatically be charged a non-refundable fee of $105 per family ($20 for each additional student) on March 15th on June 19th. This fee includes participation in our June recital plus all rehearsals, digital program, HD download of all performances and souvenir t-shirt. The performance fee also helps to cover the cost of theater rental, sound and lighting, backdrops, props, staff compensation and other expenses related to our production. Tickets to the show are not included in this fee. Tickets can be purchased on or after June 1st for $14-$18 per ticket plus a small processing fee. Seating is assigned and a ticket is required for each audience member.
Monthly Tuition
Our monthly tuition payments are based on total classes per family not for each individual student.
| 1 hour per week | $53 per month |
| 1.5 hours per week | $74 per month |
| 2 hours per week | $95 per month |
| 2.5 hours per week | $115 per month |
| 3 hours per week | $134 per month |
| 3.5 hours per week | $158 per month |
| 4 hours per week | $181 per month |
| 4.5 hours per week | $202 per month |
| 5 hours per week | $222 per month |
| 5.5 hours per week | $243 per month |
| 6 hours per week | $264 per month |
*Add $40 for each additional class/month. Maximum monthly tuition $500 / month per family.
Family discount does not include or apply to private lessons, costume, competition, choreo or performance fees.
Private Lessons for intermediate/advanced dancers: $40/ 30 minute class weekly October-May
Dance class is educational and fun, however, an important part of class work is developing an attitude of discipline and respect for teachers and fellow students. We trust that following our classroom etiquette will provide an environment whereby classes at Buffalo Dance Center will be an enjoyable experience for all.