Private lessons should not be a substitute for regular classes or at home practice. These lessons should primarily be utilized to enhance a dancer’s preparation for an upcoming major event or learning new steps. Dancers are limited to one in studio lessons per week. Additional online lessons may be taken at any time.
General rules for dancers wanting to schedule private lessons:
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Dancer must be enrolled in at least 3 classes per week (not including Show Team or Ceili)
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Dancer must attend all regularly scheduled classes
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Dancer must actively participate and engage in classes
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Dancer must regularly practice at home
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There are specific circumstances where private lessons will be authorized outside of the noted general rules above:
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Dancer has transferred from another school
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Dancer has qualified for the next dancing level, and needs to learn additional steps for class
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Dancer has qualified for Oireachtas and needs to learn Oireachtas steps for class
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Dancer is preparing for a grade examination
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Dancer is returning from a longer-term injury or illness
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Teacher has suggested private lessons
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*Generally reserved for PC/OC dancers, but may offer shared private lessons for non-champ Oireachtas soloist (Sept-Nov). Beginner-Prizewinner dancers may also request a 30 minute consultation with Meghan (based on availability).
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Scheduling
Lessons are available in studio or online (via Zoom). To schedule a lesson, contact the teacher directly or email dublinaire1@aol.com.
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If you need to cancel a lesson, please email students@meghantorno.com to ensure you account is updated accordingly.
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Payments
Private lessons fees are posted on your Jackrabbit Parent Portal when the private lesson is scheduled. Payments are due 24 hours in advance of the lesson. If you are set up with auto-charge, your credit card / bank account on file will automatically be charged.
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Late Payments
If a private lesson is not paid by the time of the lesson, the credit card on file will be automatically charged for the cost of the lesson.
Cancellations
Private lessons must be canceled at least 24-hours in advance. Failure to cancel a lesson will result in full charge for the lesson. Exceptions for extenuating circumstances (weather, illness, emergencies) will be made at the discretion of the instruction.
