Hello!
Welcome to a great year of dance at Blue Ridge Performing Arts Academy! If you are new to the school or a valued returning student, this letter will bring you up to date on any changes for the fall season. Below is information to make each visit to our studio a rewarding one for you and your child.
Fall classes begin the week of August 18th. Our staff is here to help and encourage our new and returning students to join in and have fun in this exciting world of dance! Please review the CLASS SCHEDULE for your child’s class days and times.
This year, we are excited to be staging The Nutcracker ballet! The performance dates are December 13 and 14, 2025, at Lees-McRae College. If you marked on the registration form that you wish for your child to participate, please watch for an email from High Country Youth Ballet.
Fall classes begin the week of August 18th. Our staff is here to help and encourage our new and returning students to join in and have fun in this exciting world of dance! Please review the CLASS SCHEDULE for your child’s class days and times.
This year, we are excited to be staging The Nutcracker ballet! The performance dates are December 13 and 14, 2025, at Lees-McRae College. If you marked on the registration form that you wish for your child to participate, please watch for an email from High Country Youth Ballet.
You may view our tuition rates HERE.
- Tuition emails will be sent out at the end of August.
- The first tuition installment is due on or before September 10 of each year.
- Tuition is calculated as an annual fee divided into 9 equal monthly payments (September thru May). Tuition is the same each month regardless of the number of weeks or classes in that month.
- A $10 late fee will be added to your monthly payment if received after the 10th of the month or if PayPal is unable to collect your tuition payment. This policy will be strictly enforced.
- In the event of withdrawal, the student will be charged for classes up to the date that written notification of withdrawal is received.
- The preferred method of payment is auto draft.
- You will receive a 3% discount if tuition is paid one year or semester in advance.
Packing for dance class at BRPAA is a breeze!
- Arrive in your class dancewear. Label your dance shoes and pack them in a designated "dance bag."
- Bring a labeled water bottle for water breaks
- Bring comfortable outdoor clothing to cover up before leaving the studio
Dress for success! Now that you have decided to dance with us, it is time to prepare your child for success in the classroom by purchasing appropriate dancewear.
- Click here to view our dress code for your child’s specific classes. DRESS CODE
- If your child is moving up a level, please check the shoe requirements, as the style(s) may have changed.
- Please note that sweatshirts, sweatpants, and leggings are not allowed in dance class. If your dancer feels cold, she may wear leg warmers and a fitted sweater made for dance.
- Hair must be in a neat bun for all dance classes; short hair must be secured away from face.
- No jewelry other than post earrings is allowed. This is for your child’s safety and others as well.
- Dance shoes should NEVER be worn outside the studio.
- We sell everything your child needs for dance class in our studio boutique, which is conveniently located in our lobby. Shop during our open house dates and avoid second trips and returns. This is the most convenient way to shop for dancewear, and you’ll know you’re getting the right shoes for your child’s class.
- Dancey’s Shoes and Scrubs in Boone carries a large selection of Capezio tights, leotards, and shoes.
- To purchase dancewear online, click on the following link to visit our studio's personalized dancewear page on the Discount Dance website. https://www.discountdance.com/search/teacherid:135371?ListID=452023&tp=135371
Please refer to our studio calendar for all holidays, studio events, and closures. STUDIO CALENDAR
- Organization and communication are very important to us.
- Our primary form of communication is done via email and text messages.
- Please be sure to add us to your contact list to ensure that you never miss an important message.
Please review our studio policies in full HERE.
- The studio entrance is at the back of the building. Parents have the option to drop off and pick up their dancers at our door or stay in the waiting area during class time.
- Parents are not allowed in the dance room. We find that dancers are more focused and perform better with less people in the room.
- No gum, eating, or drinking (except for water) allowed in the dance room. All students are responsible for cleaning up after themselves.
- If a student needs to leave class early, please notify the teacher before class.
- Classes will not automatically be canceled when Avery County Schools are closed.
- Our studio website should be your go-to spot for studio updates and weather related closures. http://www.blueridgeperformingarts.com
- In the event of inclement weather, a decision regarding studio closure will be made by 2:00 pm that day.
- Announcements will be made via email, our website, social media, and studio phone recording.
- If classes are canceled by the studio for any reason, makeup classes may be scheduled by the instructor on a Saturday or Sunday.
Join us for Open House on one of the dates below. This is a great opportunity to meet your teacher, tour the studio, get fitted for dance shoes, and purchase leotards and tights.
Sunday, August 3 3:00pm-7:00pm
Friday, August 15 3:00pm-6:00pm
Saturday, August 16 10:00am-2:00pm
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. Just drop us a text to 828-467-0046 or send us an email to [email protected].
Again, welcome to our studio. We are honored to have you here!
Miss Kelly and the BRPAA Staff
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