Question 1

What are your prices?

Accepted Answer

Tuition is posted monthly on the 25th and processed on the 1st.  Our tuition is based on the number of hours per week a student is enrolled in and is billed monthly.  
We offer a multiclass student discount and a multistudent family discount. Refer to the chart below and locate hours per week for students one, two, or three plus to determine your monthly tuition.

1st Student
1hr per week = $90 per month
2hr per week = $130 per month
2nd Students from same household 
Receive $20 off monthly tuition
3+ Students from same household
Receive $30 off monthly tuition

Multiclass Discount (see tuition chart below)
-applies to all family members
-$40 monthly for additional 1 hour class 
-$60 monthly for additional 1 1/2 hour class

*We do not discounts or prorated tuition for missed classes, scheduled days off, or weather closures.

Registration Fee
All students will pay a one-time $50 registration fee (they must stay continuously enrolled in our programs). If you're enrolling more than three students, we cap the rate at $150 per family.

GYM Membership Fee
Students enrolling in gym classes will pay a $55 Membership fee upon enrolling and annually on January 1.

Scholarship/Grants

Selestino Rendon Scholarship
Boys ages 4-19 enrolled in the dance program can inquire about our Boys Dance Too Program.

Healthy Island Youth Initiative scholarship program 
If your family qualifies for the free or reduced lunch program you can apply for the Healthy Island Youth Initiative scholarship program offered through Island County follow this link to submit the form if approved you will receive a letter from the program coordinator and we will receive the check, at that time we will apply the amount you are approved for as credit to your child's account.
https://www.cognitoforms.com/IslandCounty1/hiyiphysicalactivityscholarship

Our Military Kids Grant
Additionally, some families may be eligible to apply for a grant through Our Military Kids for children with parents who are deployed National Guard or Reserve and/or Combat Wounded Veteran (see link for specific details).
https://www.ourmilitarykids.org/apply/

Question 2

Do you offer discounts?

Accepted Answer

We offer a multi-class and multi-student family discount.
2nd Students receive $20 off their tuition
3+ Students in the same household each receive $30 off tuition

For boys age 4-19 enrolled in dance classes, we have a "Boys Dance Too" scholarship program, if you are interested in this please let us know when you are registering for classes.

Question 3

What ages do you start classes?

Accepted Answer

We begin classes:
Tumbling at 18 months, assisted by a caregiver
Dance at 2 years old.

Every child is different when it comes to entering new activites in new enviroments with new people, let that sink in...as a tiny person it can be overwhelming and it's not uncommon for a child with any personality to be come overwhelmed.  We ask that you stay calm, remember these are your little people and they want you to reassure them see you as their protector.  Be patient it may take sometime for your child to warm up to the instructor, other children, the thought of being away from you, being part of an organized activity.  This is all normal, if they refuse to participate here are some suggestions.

For children four and over, we highly suggest you drop them at the door starting from the first class to establish that this is the process. It's much like going to school; liken it to that and remind them we have cameras that you will be watching them on; even tell them to be sure to waive or blow kisses when they are missing you, and you will return those back to them even if they can't see you they will imagine this. One of my favorite books that you can read before their first class is "A Kissing Hand" by Audrey Penn, this story captures this very situation and how the little raccoon and mama raccoon deal with their separation.

Instead of using phrases like 'it'll be okay' or 'I'll be back ', which can trigger separation anxiety, try encouraging phrases like 'I can't wait to see what you learn today' or 'after class, can you show/teach me what you've learned? '. These phrases can help shift the focus from separation to an exciting learning experience.

If a child is hesitant to participate, "ask if they would like to watch the class and see what it's all about." Then our instructors can take them from there.  Throughout class, if we have a student who does not want to participate for any reason, when we shift them to different activities, we will take a moment to re-invite them to join us.  Sometimes, I even add a super fun activity that I know they will not be able to resist joining!

If all else fails, enter the class, find a place out of the way to sign down, and watch the class with them; when you see activities that you have seen your child doing at home (jumping, spinning, forward rolling, etc.), say, "Hey, you can do that too, can't you." Or if you would like to join our class and have your child do things with you or watch you, that's okay too.

Lastly, any activity should be presented in a positive and fun way for children.  If a parent gets upset, the child will be upset, and they will associate the activity with a negative experience. If they aren't ready, try again in a few months. Let us know, and we will allow you another trial class.

Hope this helps!

Question 4

Which class should I enroll my child in?

Accepted Answer

For tumbling children 2 years, 11 months and under, please sign them up for a free trial in our Tumbling 1 class.
https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=544015&hc=&initEmpty=&hdrColor=&WL=0&preLoadClassID=16233452&loc=

For tumbling children 3 years and older, you will need to sign them up for an assessment.  The coach will conduct an assessment of your child's skills and determine the level best for them to start out in.  We are a skill based program, tumblers must meet all skill requirements at their specific level to move to the next level, students that have the most success regularly attend classes and most often are enrolled in multiple classes.
https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/eventcalendar.asp?orgID=544015

For dance, our classes are designated by age 2-3.5, 3.5-5, 4.5-6, 7-10, 11+ we ask that you follow these guidelines.  If your child is three years, four months, please put them in the 2-3.5 class.  If the instructors feel that your child is dancing above the level that they are placed in then we will have that discussion with you to determine what level they will be placed in or moved to.  Please look on our website under the programs menu and select "Dance" to see the class descriptions for each age/level.
Here at Spark, we believe that dance and tumbling are not seasonal sports; for that reason, we run a year-round dance program; students are either advanced up based on their age or earlier based on their technique, skill, and memorization.  Between January and June, we do not move dance students; at this time of the year, dancers begin learning recital choreography.  Each choreographer creates the routines with each dancer in mind. We ask that each dancer is committed to attending their regular classes to ensure that the recital is a positive and successful experience for all involved.

Question 5

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

We are located in the Industrial Park on the west side of Goldie Rd.  Look for the "DANCE" red/yellow sail flag which is directly across from AAA storage, there is no street sign for Oak St. When you turn onto Oak street we are the third building on the right, you will pull up a hill into our parking lot.  If there is no parking in our lot please park on the street not at IDEX.
The Dance Studio and Motion Wear Store is located on street end of the building through the glass door.
The Gym can be assessed via the parking lot through the door with bushes to the right.
Map to Spark Movement Academy
https://www.google.com/maps/dir/48.3220922,-122.6427702/spark+movement+academy/@48.3210209,-122.6511282,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m9!4m8!1m1!4e1!1m5!1m1!1s0x5485631ef07286fb:0x3719779fe1bfc530!2m2!1d-122.6491819!2d48.3180324?entry=ttu

Question 6

What are your hours?

Accepted Answer

Most of our staff is busy teaching during our working hours and only have a few minute between our classes to use the restroom and change shoes, teaching our classes is our #1 job.  If you'd like to thank us, provide positive feedback, ect please do, we love this it lets us know we are doing a fantastic job!  If you should have concerns or questions, we ask that you stop by the front desk, email or call so that we can give you the attention that you deserve. Please note that we have limited Administrative hours and if you would wish to speak to the owner, please ask for Ms. Holly.

Administrative 
Tues-Thurs
4:30pm-7:30pm

Dance Studio/Motion Wear Store
Mon-Fri
4:30pm-8:30pm

Gym
Thu-Fri
4:30pm-7:30pm
Sat
9:00am-3:00pm

Question 7

What should we do if we miss class?

Accepted Answer

You can log in through the parent portal and mark your students absent to let our instructors know that your child will not be attending class(es).

We do not offer make up classes, you are paying for your child's spot in the class that they are attending.  We have specific instructor to student ratios and ask that you please make every effort to get your child to their regularly schedule classes and please for everyone's sake keep them home when they have symptoms that are considered contagious.

We do not prorate, refund, credit or discount for missed class days due to vacations, school functions, illness, scheduled or closures that are caused by situations our of our control, weather, electricity, etc.

Question 8

What if my child won't participate?

Accepted Answer

As a parent, it's important to remember that every child is different when it comes to entering new activities in new environments with new people. It can be overwhelming for a child with any personality to be introduced to new experiences. It's normal for them to feel anxious or apprehensive. Therefore, we ask that you stay calm and remember that your little ones want you to reassure them and see you as their protector.

Be patient with your child, as it may take some time for them to warm up to the instructor, other children, the thought of being away from you, or being part of an organized activity. If they refuse to participate, there are some suggestions that you can follow.

The first step is to get them comfortable in the environment they are in. You can ask if they would like to sit and watch the class if they are not willing to participate. Bring their favorite toy or stuffed animal with them. You can suggest that they take it with them or show it how to do the "moves". Eventually, the toy can sit and watch them.

If you see the children in class doing activities that your child has done at home, you can say things like "You can do that, can't you?" or "I bet you can do that, can't you?" Follow it up with "Do you want to give it a try?"

You may have to stand next to them in the room/gym, encourage them, and/or demonstrate. However, we do not recommend assisting in tumbling skills without direction from the coach.

It can take 4-6 weeks for some children to participate in class. If we feel that we are not making ANY progress in that time, then it is probably not the right time for your child to start this activity and you should try again in six months.

If a child is what I call "screaming crying" and is inconsolable, this is a sign that you need to remove them from the situation to a quieter location. Additionally, it is difficult for the instructor to communicate over the sound to the other students, and it's not uncommon for the other students to become upset or frightened.

Our ultimate goal is to enable children to participate independently in activities in all of our classes. We instruct children by teaching them skills, techniques, and vocabulary in every program. During the class, they learn to follow directions by listening, wait their turn by being patient, take turns by sharing, and use their words by effectively communicating. In between classes, we encourage them to socialize with other children to improve their social skills and put away their personal belongings in the designated storage spaces. We also teach them to change shoes, put on their coats and backpacks independently.

Question 9

Can I watch the class?

Accepted Answer

We offer a live streaming service to log into and watch your child in their class. You can sign up through the parent portal once enrolled in a class (after your trial class).
Due to the limited space in the dance studio, parents can drop dancers off and pick them up from our entrance door. There is no lobby; it is a dancer waiting area. The chairs are for dancers to change shoes, store their bags/jackets, and take breaks between classes.  
If your child is under 4 years old, you are welcome to stay on site if you feel they need assistance using the restroom. However, we kindly ask that no other children or siblings be in the waiting area during classes. This is to ensure a distraction-free environment for our students and staff members. In these situations, we request that you wait in your car.

Question 10

How do I withdrawal my dancer from Spark (all programs)?

Accepted Answer

For withdrawal from all Spark programs, to drop all classes, we required 30 days notice (time stamp on form) via our Electronic Withdrawal Form:

We ask that you plan ahead, we do not provide refunds.

Question 11

Do you have sessions or seasons?

Accepted Answer

Our program is year round, to withdrawal you are required to submit an electronic withdrawal form 30 days in advance (the date/time of form submission will serve as the date we are notified. 
During the summer months, we offer additional camps and clinics for our dance and tumbling programs.

Question 12

How do I drop or add classes?

Accepted Answer

You can add classes through the parent portal.
If you would like to change classes or drop a class, please send an email to frontdesk@sparkmovementacademy.com with the following information, class drop date and for class changes the date you would like this to start.

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