Welcome to Dance 2025/26

3540 Opie Crescent Prince George BC

(250) 563-2902

The time between writing this message seems to me to be quicker and quicker all the time. We are always so thankful that you have registered and are ready to enjoy the upcoming year of learning, striving, growing and succeeding in our world of Performing Arts training and education.

The JREDC Summer was filled with dance camps, drop in classes, workshops, choreography and so much organizing on behalf of the studio administration.

New programs and classes, Nutcracker auditions, tap and ballet examination prep, and planning for the 2025-2026 competition and performance season are all on track. The entire staff is excited to begin another amazing year of dance and performance education.

For me this season is number 46…. but who’s counting??

Bring on 2025/2026!!!!!

Important Dates

2025 / 2026 Calendar of Events

September 8 – First Day of Classes
September 30 – Closed for Day of Truth and Reconciliation
October 11-13 – Closed for Thanksgiving Weekend
October 25-31 (Saturday-Friday) – Halloween Week – wear your Halloween costume to class
Early November – CDTA Tap Exams
November 11 – Closed for Remembrance Day
December 18-21 – Judy Russell and The PGSO Present: The Nutcracker at Vanier Hall
December 20-January 4 – Closed for Christmas Holidays
February – RAD Ballet Exams
February 16 – Closed for Family Day (Open Saturday, February 14 for classes)
March 14-29 – Closed for Spring Break
March 14-20 – Prince George Dance Festival – Vanier Hall
April 3-6 – Closed for Easter
April 25 – Performers North Gala – Vanier Hall
June 9-17 – Additional Rehearsals for Ballet Recital
June 16 & 18 – Additional Rehearsals for Stage Recital
June 18 – Last Day of Classes
June 19-20 – JREDC Year End Recital – Vanier Hall
June 22 – Registration Opens for 2026-2027 classes
****Classes Run on all SD57 Pro D Days!!

Monday – Friday: 12:00 PM – 5:45 PM

Saturdays: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Sundays and Stat Holidays: Closed

Phone: 250-563-2902

Email: admin@jredc.net

Website: www.judyrusselldance.com

Policies and Procedures

Payment:

You are registering for a dance season that runs 36 weeks over 10 months, September – June.
Monthly payments equal 1/10 of the annual cost and may not necessarily reflect the number of actual classes each given month.
Each dancer registering for Full Year classes will be charged a Registration fee of $40 + GST upon registration.
Dancers will be charged a recital costume fee of $125 + GST/PST. One costume fee will be charged for each class (only one fee will be charged for multiple ballet classes). Please note that this is a purchase fee, not a rental fee. The costume will be yours to enjoy after year end recital. Recital costume fees do not include tights, shoes or classroom attire.
A pre-authorized monthly payment is due on the 1st of each month from September to June.
Dancers Registering for 10 Week Introductory classes will be charged for the entire season upon registration. A $10 registration fee will be charged.
All automatic payments declined for any reason will incur a NSF fee of $30. This includes credit cards.
Registration for more than 10 classes must be approved by Mrs. Russell.
No fee adjustment is made for missed classes except with a doctor’s note.

CANCELLATION

Notice must be given in writing or by email. An email reply from the studio will complete your withdrawal/class change.
All withdrawals and/or class changes take effect on the 30th of the month with 30 days prior notice.

CHANGE ROOMS

Changerooms are meant for changing and should not be used as “hangouts”. It is important that these remain quiet spaces as to not interrupt classes.
-Female under 14 (born 2012 & later) – Hallway outside Studio C
-Female over 14 (born 2011 & earlier) – is in Studio D
-All ages Males – Beginning of the Hallway outside Studio D
-Family/Gender Neutral – inside Studio E

HEALTHY STUDIO POLICY

We strive to keep the Studio as Healthy an Environment as possible. If your dancer has been sick and is still showing symptoms of illness, please keep them home until they are well. In addition, if you or another member of your family is unwell, please use our Safety Drop and Go policy, and do not enter the studio. We thank you for your understanding and assistance.

SAFETY DROP AND GO

Due to the abundance of students at the Studio, we have developed a “Safety Drop and Dance” policy for all dancers.

We ask that parents and guardians of dancers 8 and up to not enter the lobby unless absolutely necessary.
Parents and guardians of dancers aged 3-7 should accompany their child to class and then leave the building.
As dancers become more comfortable with their surroundings, we ask that if you do not need to enter the building, please don’t.
Please do not arrive more than 5 minutes prior to class time.
Please be on time for class pick up.

OBSERVATION DAYS

We are excited to have so many students in the studio. We will have Classroom Observation Days this year. Stay tuned for more info!

YEAR END RECITAL

Year End Recital will be help on June 21 and 22 at Vanier Hall (PGSS).
Watch for more Recital details coming after the Christmas Break.

PARKING

Parking is limited at peak times!
Please refrain from parking in the lots of our neighbouring businesses. They will have you towed!
Please do not park on the sides of the building. Parking is available on the street and in the front and back of the building.
Please be aware of your surroundings. The parking lot can be very busy, so PLEASE watch out for pedestrians.
Please follow the rules of the road. U-turns are not permitted in front of the studio.

DANCE N THINGS

Dance N Things is open for all your dance supply needs. Beginning September 2 we are Open Monday to Friday 12:00pm-5:45pm and Saturdays 9:00am-1:30pm. We are Closed on Sunday and all Statutory Holidays. If you require Pointe Shoes or Demi Pointe Shoes please call ahead
for an appointment.

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