Frequently asked questions

We are on the first floor, side entrance as you enter the site above Burscough aquatics, opposite Burscough carpets.

Our address is: Base-dance, Unit GH-3 Platts lane Industrial estate, Burscough, L40 7TP.

Click here for a video of how to find our studio and parking

Your first class is a brand new experience for you and your child or young person, and can come with a few nerves, and that is ok. 

Before you attend, please make sure you leave home with plenty of time and are familiar with knowing where to go, what to wear and what to expect when you arrive.

There will be a member of staff at the front desk to greet you, they will sign you in and take your child to the classroom door, and your teacher will welcome your child into class once it is time to begin. 

They will make sure they know you and your child's name and explain what is normal for a first class.

Please arrive to class in comfortable sportswear, but not loose fitting clothing, t-shirts should be tucked in so that they do not ride up during class. If you do have dancewear already, you are very welcome to wear this.

For Breaking, Street, and Cheer Dance please have your hair tied back in a ponytail. Specifically for all other classes, hair is to be put in a low bun.

At the moment dance shoes are to be worn in all classes and students can only be barefoot for Acrobatics, if you have dance shoes already please bring them with you, otherwise, please bring clean indoor trainers and wear socks, as everyday outdoor footwear is not permitted in our studios for hygiene reasons. 

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Parents and carers are able to stay in the building within our cafe whilst their child is attending class. 

We are asking that parents of children in Highschool allow them to enter and leave on their own, Primary school and under, unless you have completed a WALKER form, please bring them into the studio 5 mins before class and queue on the left, Once they are handed over to the teacher, leave on the right. 

Providing there is space we have a cafe which you can wait in (Max 8 Tables) 

Parents are asked not to wait in the corridor unless collecting a child, And when collecting a child please do not bunch up outside of the door, please wait on the left.

We do not allow spectators in our classes, this is to comply with child safeguarding and ensure all participants feel comfortable and safe in the class environment. 

Note: Preschool classes - Our 18month+ sessions are parent assisted.

We strongly advise not to overcommit children to more than one dance school, unless attending classes in subjects we do not offer. 

This is to avoid any conflicts of interest, for example; due to child performance licensing, children are very limited in how many times they can perform legally. Also, children miss out on studio events, due to schedule conflicts.

We expect all our members to commit to our studio and fully participate in our programs. We welcome external students to attend camps, workshops and open classes at our studio. 

There can be a lot of new faces and information to take in at this time, it can still be a little daunting. We start each class with a register and then an opportunity for each child to share a piece of news with the class, this helps us all to get to know each other a bit better and starts the process of making great friends. 

If they have not danced before then please inform your teacher, this is great to know, so they can make your child feel supported in class.

In summary, classes follow the structure outlined below:

• Welcome students into class
• Class attendance taking (introduction of trial students, icebreaker activity and class buddy assigned) 
• Aims and objectives of today’s lesson and a recap of last lesson
• Warm up 
• Main class content 
• Cool Down 
• End of Lesson 

Your teacher will provide you with feedback and answer any questions you may have.

Please be aware they may have another class starting in 5 minutes and if you have many questions, then we are always available on the phone or email. 

We will send you an email to catch up with you after you have attended your trial class and are happy to chat with you at length! 

We run three types of programs at BDPA

Just take a class - These classes are fun and students simply attend each week with no other commitments - Drop in classes are suspended until grassroutes restrictions are relaxed

Academies - Our academies are for students who wish to take part in events, such as our annual show, examinations and small fun performances or competitions, in a relaxed and none pressured environment.  

Pathway - Our pre-professional pathway program is for students that are fully committed and wish to compete at a local and national level.

There are no fixed length we require students to attend, however we do require half a terms notice if you are to switch or drop any classes. 

Often teacher’s schedules do not allow much time between classes. You are very important to us so please leave a message for the teacher at the desk and they will contact you at a convenient time.

Yes - all our students are required to be in uniform, This creates a sense of “Team” and “Unity”. Our students are very proud to wear our uniforms. Most classes require specific dance attire alongside our Hoodies and T-shirts. We ask that you purchase your uniform after your trials when you enrol. 

Visit our online shop www.passiondancewear.co.uk or in via the navigation bar on our website.

We are very proud of our tuition pricing; classes are £7.25ph which can be paid either via Direct debit over 11 months, or termly before the term begins with the cost reducing after 3 hours of tuition per hour. 

Pricing

• Class                Pm                 
• 45min/1hr     £25.70            
• 1.5hr                 £38.55
• 2hr                     £51.40
• Technique class - £17.75 (Tumbling, Turns, Pointe)

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Fees are due monthly by agreeing to our Direct Debit Payment option or termly by agreeing to our Termly Payment option, Childcare vouchers are only accepted termly.

If a direct debit payment is not made your child may be refused entry. Late payments can be made via the desk or online via the Parent Portal. 

Direct debit - We equally divide out all 3 terms over 11 months, September to July ( No payments are made in August. Direct debit payments are taken on the 1st of each month. 

When enrolling,  a part payment will be taken for any remaining days of that month and your direct debit will be set up for the 1st of the following month.

You are required to give 30 days' notice to drop or change a class. This must be done in writing via email or letter. We do not accept notices via other means (phone calls, text, social media).

Your membership will continue until you give notice. For example - direct debits are paused in August and then restarted automatically in September. If you pay termly, your term fee will be required 7 days before a term to ensure your child has a place. 

Missed a class - we do not refund missed classes, we provide makeup classes providing there is space, please see timetable 

For our tax-free childcare policy, click here.

Yes, please call the studio for more information.

Yes, BDPA's curricula is progressive and each year students will be moved into a more advanced category of training. 

From time to time and in the older age groups, the class name or time may not change but the group of students in the class will be advancing within the category.

BDPA APP or Website - To use our Parent portal

We now have a BDPA app that you can download from your respective app store. This is a work in progress, so please download and use it to access our portal for now. We will start adding new features over the year (very exciting) the links are at the bottom of this FAQ.

Fees

Your fees will show either monthly or termly on your portal, depending on your payment plan. 

Termly: you will be charged 3 times per year. This must be paid 7 days before the new term starts by clicking 'make payment'.

September – December

January – March

April – July

Monthly: you will pay a fixed fee each month and will be charged from September to July. No payment will be taken in August as classes stop over the summer holidays.

How do I view the classes I'm enrolled in or my trials?

If you select MANAGE STUDENTS you will be able to see the classes and times you are enrolled for. If you have booked a trial you can view your trials via the calendar part of the app.

Can I report an absence?

Yes, you can do this via our portal, you can also check your child’s absences. For example, if you have an older student who makes their own way to the studio, you can check if they’ve attended and whether they've been signed in by their teacher.

Add Photos and update details

You may add a photo of your child to help identify them on the app, you may also add new information and update your contact details etc.  

Book classes, workshops and pay for other items

You can book trials, add to waiting lists for new classes and pay for other events, costumes etc.

Yes, we are passionate about measuring progress and every year we set benchmarks for our students in our processes and results. All students will be given the opportunity to take examinations. 

Our classical programs are expected to participate. We run regulated examinations that are accredited by the UKA. Before an examination, you will be required to attend 3 additional lessons to make sure you are ready.

Please see the notice boards for the costs involved.  More information on examinations can be found in our members-only section.

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Please click this link to view our policies 

www.base-dance.com/studio-polices

Fees are due either termly or by agreeing to our Direct debit payment option.

Termly - There are 3 terms per year, payments for a full term are due 7 days before the first class of that term to secure a place, if payment is not made your child may be refused entry. Payments can be made via our online portal, website, or via the desk. 

Tax-Free Childcare Scheme: please see our tax-free childcare policy by clicking here.

Direct debit - We equally divide out all 3 terms over 11 months, September to July ( No payments are made in August and direct debit payments are taken on the 1st of each month. 

If you start part term/month, we will only charge you for the lessons that come after your enrollment date.

When setting up a direct debit you will need to pay for the remaining tuition of that month via the desk. Your Direct debit will be set up for the 1st of the following month.

You are required to give 6 weeks' notice to drop or change a class. This must be done in writing via email or letter. We do not accept notices via other means (phone call, text, social media).

Your membership will continue until you give notice. For example - direct debits are paused in August and then restarted automatically for September. 

If you miss a class - We do not refund missed classes. We will provide makeup classes providing there is space.