Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions
 
Are we allowed to watch the classes?
Please don't miss parent observation weeks. You are invited to attend the last week of each session.  In addition to this, most of our locations have an observation window.  Parents are allowed to peek in as long as they are not distracting the students. 
 
How often would my child attend class?
This is very dependent on the age of your child. Most children under the age of six come once a week for 30 minutes. Children, ages six and seven, usually come once a week for an hour; those ages eight and up come for about 1 ½ hrs each week which is sometime split into two classes. Students who have aspirations of becoming a dancer usually dance more often.
 
What happens when we miss a class?
The best thing to do is to check with the teacher about what class would be best for a make-up class.
 
How often do you have a recital?
The school does not have a traditional recital. Our alternative to recitals the competitions that most studios host are the following:
    The Annual Dance Summary is an informal sharing demonstration with the studio family.
     
    Performance Ensembles are for dancers age 6 and up who would like the experience of performing dance for festivals, concerts, and church services.
Is performing mandatory?
No, only those who are interested in performing will have to.
 
What do students wear to dance class?
Below is the Dress Code for Living Fountain.

Cover-ups MUST be worn to and from classes.
Pre-Dance    Solid colored leotard and tights with bare feet or full sole ballet slippers.  
Basic Classes   Solid colored cap-sleeved leotard and tights. Attend class with a pair of full or split sole pink ballet slippers.
Company Class   A solid-color cap-sleeved leotard and tights. Attend class with a pair of pink leather ballet slippers.    
Dance Exploration   Regular, easy to move in clothes with bare feet or cotton socks. No undergarments or mid-drifts showing.

Performance Team Requirements
Beginner Basic and Intermediate Basic
Black cap-sleeve leotard
Classic pink convertible tights
Pink performance ready ballet slippers (shoes should be clean and neat from tears for upcoming performances)

Advanced Dancer Requirements
Advanced Basic
Black cap-sleeve leotard Black and classic pink convertible tights Black wrap around skirt Black jazz pants Pink performance ready ballet slippers (shoes should be clean and neat from tears for upcoming performances)
Black jazz shoes
 
No student shall wear clothing with text on seat of pants. This is strictly prohibited.

Students with long hair must pull the hair back.

You may purchase dance attire and shoes through Living Fountain. Order forms are available at registration and through instructors. Students are not required to purchase dancewear from LFDC however; proceeds from sales directly benefit Living Fountain students!

Will my child have to wear a revealing costume?
No, students must wear dancewear to class, however, we will always choose honorable costuming that is age appropriate and modest.
 
What kind of music do you use?
We use all forms of clean music. There will not be any questionable lyrics or profanity in the music played in classes. Most songs are inspirational and/or instrumental.
 
Do you have a competitive dance team?
No, we do not. Our performance groups provide plenty of performance opportunities throughout the year in non-competitive venues. "There is no such thing as ‘best’ in a world of individuals." Living Fountain teaches students how to communicate what is inside of them through dancing.
 
Do you have classes for boys?
We welcome boys into all our dance classes. Most boys attend our hip-hop class. Do you offer adult classes?
Monday evenings there is an intergenerational worship dance class (Dance Exploration) that includes some technique and enjoyable dance steps.
 
Do you offer morning classes?
You can explore our ongoing class section to see our most current schedule.
 
What is the commitment when signing up for a class?
Our classes are offered in 10 week sessions. You may pay three different ways.
  1. Pay at once for the entire session.
  2. Make 3 payments (schedule provided) during the 10 week session.
  3. LFDC is a charitable organization. You may use our sliding tuition scale and qualify to pay according to your gross salary. Please check the sliding scale box on your registration form to be contacted for more information about the sliding tuition scale.
When is the tuition due?
Tuition is due at the beginning of the 10 week session. You may make payment arrangements at registration. There is also a sliding tuition scale to assist you.
 
Do you offer family or multi-class discounts?
There are no discounts because we are committed to bringing you the best dance education at the most economic price. The sliding tuition scale is available to assist families.
 
What are your teacher's qualifications?
Teacher certification and education is very important to us at Living Fountain. Our teachers are advanced dancers and adults with degrees, professional certifications, or hours of hands on training in dance. We also value continuing education so you can be confident that you and your family are learning in a current and physiologically safe dance class.
 
Are you a Christian Dance Studio?
Living Fountain Dance Company is not a religious organization. We are a 501(c)3 charitable organization that uses dancing and dance education to explore social, ethical, and spiritual issues. We teach dance from the inside-out as a form of communication and we stress the importance work ethics, positive behavior and the development of critical thinking skills.
The artistic director, Mara Schwendiman, strives to use Christian values in the way they conduct business and often choreograph dances with spirituality being the core of the dance. You can be assured that your child will not be exposed to sexual or inappropriate dance movements and music at Living Fountain. We encourage you to talk with us about your feelings, concerns, and opinions.
 
Do you have more questions?
Please write to us at info@livingfountain.org and we will answer your question promptly.