Classes & Programs

Dance With Me & Pre-Primary

Dance With Me classes are 30 minute classes for children ages 2.5 until 4 and their caretaker. Parent participation is encouraged as children are introduced to the basics of dance and musicality in a nurturing and fun environment. Just $95 for 10-week Fall and Winter sessions, or $110 for the 12-week Spring session. Dance With Me classes have been suspended for the fall 2020 session. We will send out an email as soon as these classes can resume.

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Once your dancer is comfortable dancing on their own, we encourage them to transition into our Pre-Primary classes for children ages 3.5 – 5. Pre-Primary classes are 45 minute classes designed for children who are ready to dance independently in a more structured class environment. Dancers who are 4 and older, and have already taken a year of Dance With Me, must register for a Pre-Primary class.

Like Dance With Me classes, Pre-Primary classes are offered in 10- and 12-week sessions. Fall and winter sessions are 10 weeks each; the spring session is 12 weeks.

Class placement is at the discretion of the instructor. If you have questions about registration, please call the office at 609-514-1600 or email studiomanager@princetondance.com.

As long as there is room in a class, you can join the class even if the session is already underway. The cost of the session will be prorated based on the number of classes remaining. Contact the office at studiomanager@princetondance.com for information.

Early bird registration for the 2020/2021 school year begins on April 1st and ends April 30th.

Please register on a laptop or desktop. All class and payment options do not appear when registration is viewed on a mobile device. 
NEW THIS YEAR: Class size will be limited to allow for social distancing and all students must wear masks that cover the nose and mouth. The Sunday pre primary class will be virtual for those families who prefer to keep dancing from home. All other classes will be held in person.

    AGES:3.5-5
    GENDER:Girls/Boys
    INSTRUCTOR(S):Elyse Mertz
    TUITION:$230
    SELECT DATE & TIME

    SELECT A PAYMENT OPTION

    STUDENT INFORMATION

    PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

    OPTIONAL INFORMATION
    Does the student have any physical or emotional characteristics that this year's teachers need to know to make this a positive learning experience?

    Do you have a sibling registered at PDT this school year, or equivalent?

    Would you like to volunteer?
    YesNo

    Special Skills?

    Are you new to PDT this year?
    YesNo

    How did you hear about us?

    Have you been referred by a friend?
    YesNo

    If yes, what is the name of the friend who attends PDT?

    Are you returning after an absence?
    YesNo

    TERMS AND CONDITIONS
    Princeton Dance & Theater Studio will do its best to provide a safe environment and training regimen for our students. However, despite the best circumstances, there is a possibility of injury during class or rehearsal. I certify that my child is in good health and capable of participating in all activities and classes. I hereby release and forever discharge PDT Studio of and from any and all claims, demands, rights or cause of action of whatsoever kind or nature, arising from, or by reason of, any and all known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen bodily or personal injuries and the consequences thereof.
    I Accept

    I hereby give my permission for my child to be photographed or filmed for promotional use. These dvds may be sold by PDT Studio to PDT Studio parents and children.
    I Accept

    Registration is not complete until an initial payment is made.

      AGES:3.5-5
      GENDER:Girls/Boys
      INSTRUCTOR(S):Elyse Mertz
      TUITION:$455
      SELECT DATE & TIME

      SELECT A PAYMENT OPTION

      STUDENT INFORMATION

      PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

      OPTIONAL INFORMATION
      Does the student have any physical or emotional characteristics that this year's teachers need to know to make this a positive learning experience?

      Do you have a sibling registered at PDT this school year, or equivalent?

      Would you like to volunteer?
      YesNo

      Special Skills?

      Are you new to PDT this year?
      YesNo

      How did you hear about us?

      Have you been referred by a friend?
      YesNo

      If yes, what is the name of the friend who attends PDT?

      Are you returning after an absence?
      YesNo

      TERMS AND CONDITIONS
      Princeton Dance & Theater Studio will do its best to provide a safe environment and training regimen for our students. However, despite the best circumstances, there is a possibility of injury during class or rehearsal. I certify that my child is in good health and capable of participating in all activities and classes. I hereby release and forever discharge PDT Studio of and from any and all claims, demands, rights or cause of action of whatsoever kind or nature, arising from, or by reason of, any and all known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen bodily or personal injuries and the consequences thereof.
      I Accept

      I hereby give my permission for my child to be photographed or filmed for promotional use. These dvds may be sold by PDT Studio to PDT Studio parents and children.
      I Accept

      Registration is not complete until an initial payment is made.

        AGES:3.5-5
        GENDER:Girls/Boys
        INSTRUCTOR(S):Elyse Mertz
        TUITION:$275
        SELECT DATE & TIME

        SELECT A PAYMENT OPTION

        STUDENT INFORMATION

        PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

        OPTIONAL INFORMATION
        Does the student have any physical or emotional characteristics that this year's teachers need to know to make this a positive learning experience?

        Do you have a sibling registered at PDT this school year, or equivalent?

        Would you like to volunteer?
        YesNo

        Special Skills?

        Are you new to PDT this year?
        YesNo

        How did you hear about us?

        Have you been referred by a friend?
        YesNo

        If yes, what is the name of the friend who attends PDT?

        Are you returning after an absence?
        YesNo

        TERMS AND CONDITIONS
        Princeton Dance & Theater Studio will do its best to provide a safe environment and training regimen for our students. However, despite the best circumstances, there is a possibility of injury during class or rehearsal. I certify that my child is in good health and capable of participating in all activities and classes. I hereby release and forever discharge PDT Studio of and from any and all claims, demands, rights or cause of action of whatsoever kind or nature, arising from, or by reason of, any and all known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen bodily or personal injuries and the consequences thereof.
        I Accept

        I hereby give my permission for my child to be photographed or filmed for promotional use. These dvds may be sold by PDT Studio to PDT Studio parents and children.
        I Accept

        Registration is not complete until an initial payment is made.




        Registration may be conducted here online, in person, or by mail and must be accompanied by the initial payment.

        Registration sent by mail should be directed to:
        Princeton Dance & Theater Studio
        116 Rockingham Row
        Princeton, NJ 08540

        PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE REGISTERING:
        By filling out this registration form, you are registering for the entire class as listed on this page. For full year classes, division into payments is made only for the family’s convenience. If you withdraw during the school year for any reason, it is your responsibility to contact the Office Manager immediately at 609-514-1600 or by email (studiomanager@princetondance.com). You are required to give 30 days notice of dropping a class A drop fee of $25 will be charged. NO REFUNDS OF TUITION PAID FOR ANY REASON. UNUSED FEES (after the 30 days notice and the $25 drop fee) WILL BE KEPT INDEFINITELY FOR CREDIT. A CREDIT CAN ONLY BE USED BY THE STUDENT OR HIS/HER IMMEDIATE (NUCLEAR) FAMILY. IT IS NOT TRANSFERABLE TO OUTSIDE FAMILY MEMBERS OR FRIENDS.

        We offer a 2, 4 & 8 installment payment plan. Installment plan carries a $15 per class, per installment fee. There is no additional fee for payments made in full by September 15th.

        Please note that our policy does not guarantee make up classes.

        Make-ups may be arranged for Dance With Me, Pre-primary, Just Adults and Adult/Teen Ballet classes at the discretion of the instructor if there is room in a comparable class.

        Dancers in Levels 1 through Level 3 may take a make up class on an alternate day from their usual schedule if the instructor allows. CP, Level 4 and Level 5 students may make up classes in a level below if cleared by the instructor and arranged through the office.

        Primary A, B and C students may be allowed one make-up class per semester IF there is space in a comparable class. All make-ups must be scheduled through the office. If there is abuse of the make-up classes and parents bring students to classes without scheduling them in advance, we will revert to our strict no-make-up policy.

        Those registering after the start of classes will be charged based on a prorate of the 32 week session. Any class with a registration of seven students or less may be cancelled at the discretion of the School Director.

        BALLET PLACEMENT CLASSES:
        Please note that new students wanting to enroll in a Level 1 and above class need to schedule a placement class. Dancers in lower levels MUST be of specified age by September 30. Only an instructor can finalize any placement. There is a charge of $20 to be subtracted from tuition upon enrollment (provided enrollment is within 2 weeks of placement class date).

        TRIAL CLASSES:
        Prospective students may take a risk-free trial class. No fee will be charged if the student decides not to register. If the student registers for the class, the cost of the trial class will be included in the overall tuition. For classes that offer a drop-in rate (eg. Adult/Teen Jazz), free trials are not permitted and the drop-in rate should be paid.

        INITIAL PAYMENT
        Initial payment does not include a $45 non-refundable registration fee (per year, per family). This fee will be added to your balance and is due with first installment. This registration fee applies to year-round classes only. There is no registration fee for Dance With Me, Pre-Primary, Adult/Teen, and other classes offered in 10 and 12 week sessions. Please note that discounts (sibling and multi-class) also do not apply to classes offered in 10 and 12 week sessions.

        If paying by check, please make checks payable to: PDT Studio.

        MasterCard, Discover and Visa are accepted for your convenience. Charges will be listed on your statement as PAYPAL.

        DISCOUNTS:
        Sibling and multi-class discounts will be applied to the final installment. Discounts not valid if registering after December 31. See above – discounts are only applied to year-round classes and not to classes offered in 10 and 12 week sessions.

        LATE FEE:
        A late fee of $25 will be charged each time a payment is received more than 5 days past due.

        RETURNED CHECK FEE:
        There will be a fee of $25 assessed for returned checks.

        CLASS CHANGE FEE:
        There will be a fee of $25 assessed for class changes made more than 2 weeks after classes have begun. This fee will be applicable per each change made.

        OTHER:
        PDT Studio is not responsible for items lost or stolen.

        PDT Studio is does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or creed in the administration of its admission. PDT Studio is an equal opportunity employer.