Welcome to Season 22 at APA!
We are so thankful to have you joining us for another exciting year! Each season, we proudly stand by our mission of building happy, healthy, and responsible kids through arts education — and Season 22 will be no exception.
We kicked things off this summer with our incredible Student Appreciation Day, welcoming more than 400 attendees! We love being able to bring our APA families together and celebrate the amazing community we’ve built.
Looking ahead, mark your calendars for our next FREE community event — our annual Trunk or Treat! Join us on Saturday, October 31st at our sister studio, Next Step Dance Studio in Franklin. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Behind the scenes, our dedicated staff has been busy this summer continuing their education and training so they’re ready to provide an amazing experience for every student who walks through our doors.
As always, if you have questions or need anything throughout the year, please reach out to our friendly Front Desk team. We’re here to help!
Here’s to an incredible Season 22 filled with learning, creativity, confidence, connection, and community!
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Looking Ahead:
-Tuesday, September 8th: First Day of Classes
-September 14th-October 24th: Our 6-week Mini Session I starts for Ages 2-3-year-olds & select dance, music & theatre classes – Click HERE to view
-October 2: Glow in the Dark Party – SIGN UP HERE
Exclusive Offer: Pay in Full & Save for Group Classes!
Secure your student’s spot in classes through June and enjoy special savings! Opt for our Pay in Full option to receive 1 month of free tuition plus a complimentary dance costume (if enrolled in dance). Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to invest in your child’s growth while enjoying great benefits! If you are interested in this option, please email our office manager at [email protected] for more details.
APA Apparel Store
Our APA apparel store is OPEN! Items are available for purchase from the 1st–10th of each month. Please allow 3–4 weeks for delivery. Orders will be available for pickup at APA—just indicate which location you prefer when placing your order. We will notify you via text, when you items are available for pick-up.
October 2nd – Glow in the Dark Party – @ Next Step Dance Studio– Friday, October 2nd 5:30-7:00 pm – Cost: $25 Come join us for a night full of dance, games, and glow in the dark, at our sister studio, Next Step Dance!
Tips for dancers & Families:
Give Your Dancer Time to Settle In!
The first few weeks of a new dance season are exciting, but they can also be an adjustment — especially for our littlest dancers!
If your child is hesitant to enter the classroom, becomes emotional at drop-off, or isn’t quite sure about class yet, give it a little time. Repetition and consistency can make a huge difference as young dancers become familiar with their teacher, classmates, classroom routine, and expectations.
Our teachers and assistants are here to help make that transition as comfortable as possible!
Not Sure It’s the Right Class?
Every class has its own personality! Some classes may be high-energy and fast-moving, while others may have a different pace or teaching style.
If you feel your dancer might be happier in a different class, time, or dance style, please talk to us! We’re always happy to help find the best fit.
Current APA students are also welcome to try another style of dance class for FREE, based on age, availability, and current class enrollment. It’s a great way to explore something new without making a commitment first!
Why Is My Dancer’s Teacher Using an iPad or Phone?
You may notice our teachers using an electronic device during the beginning of class or circle time. They’re not checking their email!
Teachers use Jackrabbit on their iPads to take attendance, review student information, and help learn and reinforce everyone’s names — especially during these first few weeks when they’re getting to know a brand-new group of dancers.
One of our goals is for every dancer to feel known and seen in their classroom, and learning those names quickly is an important part of that!
Dance Student Assistants:
You may notice a Student Assistant working alongside the instructor in some of our younger and larger classes.
Our Student Assistants are dancers ages 10+ who have committed to assisting throughout the season. They help our instructors support students, transition between activities, change shoes when needed, and give our younger dancers some extra attention.
A big THANK YOU to all of our Student Assistants who have committed to helping this season!
Poms for Purchase:
Students enrolled in Poms classes are required to have their own set of poms to bring to and from class for practice and to use in our recital.
Poms: $30 per set – price will increase to $35 starting 10/1.
Dancers may reuse their poms from last season! If you need to purchase a new set, please stop by the Front Desk to place your order.
Dance Shoe & Pom Pricing Changes October 1
Planning to purchase new dance shoes? Due to continued increases in product costs, our dance shoe prices will increase beginning October 1st.
If your dancer needs new shoes, we encourage you to purchase them before October 1st to receive our current pricing.
Stop by the Front Desk and we’ll be happy to help with sizing and purchasing!
Dance Recital Costumes charged October 15th:
Recital costume/tights packages will be auto-charged to the payment method on file on October 15th.
If your dancer will NOT be participating in our Winter Show on December 19th, please notify the Front Desk before October 14th so your account is not charged.
Costume pricing is listed in your registration information and newsletter. If you’d like to use a different form of payment for your costume, please see the Front Desk by October 14th.
For complete information about costumes, performance dates, and classes that are not charged a costume fee, click HERE.
Our website will also be updated in mid-October with additional Winter Show details, including show times, costume photos, and more!
Important Reminders:
Studio Birthday Parties
Celebrate with APA! Our sister studio, Next Step Dance Studio, is the official birthday party host for all APA studios—fun, stress-free parties led by trained instructors.
Learn more & book HERE
Member Portal
Use the Member Portal to update your contact information, check balances, and enroll in classes so you don’t miss important updates. Your username is the email you provided.
Automatic Withdrawals for Tuition
Payments will occur on the 15th of every month starting with September 15th for your October tuition payment. Your last payment will be on May 15th. Please remember we do not prorate tuition for months with fewer classes. This is a 10-month program that we divide into 10 equal payments no matter how many classes there are in a month.
Referral Program:
Share us with a friend!
Earn Tuition Credits Share APA with a friend and earn rewards!
When a new family registers and mentions your name, you BOTH receive a $50 tuition credit.
Credits are applied after the new family has completed 2 months of enrollment.
There’s no limit to the number of families you can refer!
APA Spot the Sticker & Yard Sign Contest:
Congratulations to license plate AWX-3481!
One of our staff spotted your APA window sticker. Please contact the front desk to claim your $50 tuition credit.
Want to join in? Pick up a FREE APA window sticker or yard sign at the front desk for your chance to win!
Text Messaging:
You can text APA at (414) 441-4629 if you have any questions and we’ll get back to you asap!
