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What are the Term dates?
2024
Term 1 – Wednesday 7th February – Saturday 13th April
Term 2 – Monday 29th April – Saturday 6th July
Term 3 - Monday 22nd July - Saturday 28th September
Term 4 - Monday 14th October - Saturday 7th December
What if my class falls on a public holiday ?
Fees are based on an average of 8 weeks per term and are calculated over the entire year. This takes into account statutory holidays, Exam days, production rehearsals and that some terms differ in length and are longer or shorter.
Students who start class mid-term will be invoiced pro-rata.
Lessons missed will not be deducted.
For students who leave through the term, the fees are non-refundable.
How much are classes?
View below or check our timetable
Pre- School
30 mins Class - $90.00 per term
All other Ages
30 mins - $115.00 per term
45 mins - $125.00 per term
60 mins - $135.00 per term
75 mins - $145.00 per term
Performance Teams
45 mins - $145.00 per term
60 mins - $155.00 per term
When and how do I pay?
You will receive an invoice either prior or on the day of each Term start.
Invoices must be paid within the first 2 weeks of term, unless a payment plan has been discussed with our accounts team.
Payment may be made by:
- Our preferred method of payment is by Credit Card in the online parent portal
- Cash (in an envelope CLEARLY MARKED with your child’s name)
- Cheque (payable to Dreams Academy of Performing Arts)
- Direct Credit to Dreams Academy of Performing Arts Ltd BNZ 02-0733-0209944-000 (Please put your child’s name as the reference).
If you have an account enquiry, or wish to discuss other payment options, you can email us at accounts@dapa.nz.
I don’t know what class to enrol in?
No worries at all!
Drop us an email or give us a call and we are happy to discuss your best options.
Why do I have to wear a Uniform
We use a dance uniform for the classes listed below. Having the same attire for all students in a class maintains equality and allows students to focus on their dancing rather than their wardrobe. Fitted dancewear helps the teachers see the students' bodies and lines for appropriate alignment and placement. Cleanlines of uniform in general is important for all students not only for comfort but to instill a sense of self-discipline. The dance uniform should be respected at all levels of dance, it will be STRICTLY adhered to. Being properly dressed and groomed for class shows that you respect the art of dance and are proud to be a dancer.
What Do I Wear
Drama
Clothing - Comfortable attire that allows for plenty of movement. DAPA merchandise is available if you choose.
Footwear – Non marking, clean.
Hair – Tied up neatly. No bits hanging over eyes.
Musical Theatre
Clothing - Comfortable attire that allows for plenty of movement. DAPA merchandise is available if you choose.
Footwear – Non marking, clean.
Hair – Tied up neatly. No bits hanging over eyes.
Fun Dance
Clothing - Comfortable attire that allows for plenty of movement. DAPA merchandise is available if you choose.
Footwear – Non marking, clean.
Hair – Tied up neatly. No bits hanging over eyes.
Adult classes
Clothing - Comfortable attire that allows for plenty of movement. DAPA merchandise is available if you choose.
Footwear – Non marking, clean.
Hair – Tied up neatly. No bits hanging over eyes.
Contemporary
Clothing – DAPA Uniform - DAPA Ava Top, DAPA 3/4 leggings
Footwear – Barefeet or foot undies
Hair – Tied up neatly. No bits hanging over eyes.
Jazz
Clothing – DAPA Uniform - DAPA Ava Top, DAPA 3/4 leggings
Footwear – Black Jazz dance shoes. Slip on variety is preferable.
Hair – Tied up neatly. No bits hanging over eyes.
Tap
Clothing – DAPA Uniform - DAPA Ava Top, DAPA 3/4 leggings
Footwear – Black Tap dance shoes.
Hair – Tied up neatly. No bits hanging over eyes.
Hip Hop
Clothing - Comfortable attire that allows for plenty of movement. DAPA merchandise is available if you choose.
Footwear – Non marking, clean.
Hair – Tied up neatly. No bits hanging over eyes.
Acro
Clothing - Comfortable attire that allows for plenty of movement (Activewear). DAPA uniform or merchandise is available if you choose.
Footwear – Barefeet
Hair – Tied up neatly. No bits hanging over eyes.
Ballet
Twinkle Toes - Primary
GIRLS
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- Pink leotard and skirt
- Pink ballet socks (pink ballet tights in the winter)
- Pink full sole ballet shoes
- Pink cardigan or tight fitted long sleeve merino in the winter
- Hair tied up neatly off your face
BOYS
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- White leotard and black shorts (black tights in winter)
- White full sole ballet shoes and white sock
Grade 1 & 2
GIRLS
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- Black uniform leotard
- Pink ballet socks (pink ballet tights in the winter)
- Character shoes (Low heel) and skirt
- Black or white tight fitted long sleeve merino in the winter
- Hair tied up neatly off your face
BOYS
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- White leotard and black shorts (black tights in winter)
- White Socks
- Character Shoes
Footwear
Girls - Pink ballet shoes with elastic. Full sole is preferable up to Grade 5.
Boys - White ballet shoes with elastic.
Grade 3 - 5
GIRLS
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- Black uniform leotard
- Pink ballet tights
- Character shoes (Cuban heel) and skirt
- Black or white tight fitted long sleeve merino in the winter
- Hair tied up neatly off your face
BOYS
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- White leotard and black tights
- White Socks
- Character Shoes
Footwear
Girls - Pink ballet shoes with elastic. Full sole is preferable up to Grade 5.
Boys - White ballet shoes with elastic.
Vocational
GIRLS
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- Black uniform strap leotard
- Pink ballet tights
- Black or white tight fitted long sleeve merino in the winter
- Hair tied up neatly off your face
BOYS
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- White leotard and black tights
- White Socks
Footwear
Girls - Pink ballet shoes with elastic or ribbons
Boys - White ballet shoes with elastic.
Office and Studios, 302 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu, 5032
Phone: 04 297 0039; Mobile: 021 050 9749; Mailing Address PO BOX 1666, Paraparaumu Beach, 5252. Email: info@dapa.nz