Classes & Programs

Dance with Me & Pre-Primary

Dance With Me classes start back on March 16th

Dance With Me (ages 2.5-4) classes are 30-minute creative lessons for young children and a parent/caretaker to explore dance, movement, and music in a fun, positive, and nurturing environment.

Scroll down to REGISTER NOW for Spring Session (March 16th – June 15th for Dance With Me Spring, 2021). Space is limited.

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

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. Please note: the Monday Pre-Primary class will run 3/15 to 6/21.

Click HERE for Primary Ballet (ages 5-7).

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.

Looking to join mid-session? As long as there is room in a class, you can join the class even after the session has begun. Tuition will be prorated based on the number of classes remaining in the session. Contact studiomanager@princetondance.com for information.

NEW THIS YEAR: Class sizes are limited to allow for social distancing. All in-person students MUST wear masks. 

    AGES:2.5-4
    GENDER:All
    INSTRUCTOR(S):Elyse Mertz
    TUITION:$105
    SELECT DATE & TIME

    SELECT A PAYMENT OPTION

    STUDENT INFORMATION

    PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

    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 Princeton Dance & Theater 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 permission for myself/mychild 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:All
      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:All
        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:All
          INSTRUCTOR(S):Elyse Mertz
          TUITION:$275
          SELECT DATE & TIME

          SELECT A PAYMENT OPTION

          STUDENT INFORMATION

          PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

          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 Princeton Dance & Theater 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 permission for myself/mychild 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.




          Register online, in person, or by mail. Registration 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 BELOW BEFORE REGISTERING:

          By filling out this registration form, you are registering for the entire class as listed on this page. The division of fees into multiple payments (installments) is allowed for convenience with an additional $15 fee assessed per installment. If you withdraw for any reason, it is your responsibility to contact the Office Manager immediately at 609-514-1600. 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 WILL BE KEPT INDEFINITELY FOR CREDIT.

          We offer a 2, 4, & 8 installment payment plan. Installment plans carry a $15 fee per enrolled class, per installment. For multiple-class enrollment, installment fees cap at $30.

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

          Make-ups may be arranged for Dance With Me, Pre-Primary, and Adult/Teen Ballet classes at the discretion of the instructor if space is available 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 at the discretion of the instructor. CP, Level 4, and Level 5 students may make up classes in a level below their own 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 make-up classes are misused and/or if parents bring students to make-up classes without advance scheduling, we reserve the right to amend our policies to disallow make-ups.

          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 Director.

          BALLET PLACEMENT CLASSES:

          Please note that new ballet students Level 1 and above must schedule a placement class. Dancers in Dance With Me, Pre-Primary, and Primary levels MUST be of specified age by September 30th. Only an instructor can finalize level placement.

          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 with a “drop-in” option (e.g. Adult/Teen Jazz and Adult Beginner Ballet), risk-free trials are only offered during the first week of a session. After that, students wishing to take a trial class must pay the drop-in fee.

          INITIAL PAYMENT

          Initial payment does not include the $45 non-refundable registration fee (assessed per year, per family). This fee will be added to your balance and is due with the first installment. The registration fee applies to school-year classes only. There is no registration fee assessed for Dance With Me or other 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. If you are paying online, American Express is also accepted. Please note that online charges will be listed on your financial statement as PAYPAL.

          NO REFUNDS FOR ANY REASON. UNUSED FEES WILL BE KEPT INDEFINITELY FOR CREDIT.

          DISCOUNTS:

          Sibling and multi-class discounts will be applied to the final installment. These discounts only apply to school-year classes, and not to those classes offered in sessions. Discounts are not valid for school-year class registrations after December 31st.

          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 a $25 fee assessed for returned checks.

          CLASS CHANGE FEE:

          There will be $25 fee assessed for class changes made more than three (3) weeks after classes have begun. A separate fee will be applicable per each change made.

          OTHER:

          PDT Studio is not responsible for items lost or stolen.

          PDT is not responsible for your child before or after their assigned class. Please do not drop your child off early or pick them up late and expect the staff to supervise. Parents will be charged a fee if they habitually arrive late to pick up their child from class.

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