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Lynch Dance Institute

Lynch Dance Institute

Poway, CA | Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary and more

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Frequently Asked Questions:

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What’s the earliest age a dancer can start?

LDI’s Mighty Mini Movers class is an introductory dance class starting at 3 years old.

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How do I know which class to enroll my child in?

Dancers ages 3-6 years are placed in classes based on their age and age 6 and up by skill level.
Placement classes are by reservation, please email registration@lynchdance.com.

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How long is your season?

We offer a ten-month season that follows the school year calendar, running from Late August-June.
During the summer months, we offer camps, workshops, and private lessons.

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How do I pay my tuition?

Monthly tuition is automatically withdrawn on the 1st of every month (October-May) from the bank account on file. You may opt out of automatic payments by submitting payment for the entire semester/year at the time of registration.

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Are there any other expenses outside of tuition?

There is an annual registration fee, and a production fee for each show. The information is provided on the performance participation form.

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I missed fall registration in August, can I still enroll?

Yes, we accept new dancers throughout the year.

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What should I do if I am sick and not able to attend class?

Email registration@lynchdance.com.

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What do I do if I have a question for my students’ teacher?

As we need to make sure the classes run on time, the best way to contact your students’ teacher is to email registration@lynchdance.com.

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Can I take pictures/videos of my student during class?

No pictures or videos inside or outside are to be taken while your student is in class unless prior approval has been granted by management.

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My dancer is older and has no dance experience, are there classes for him/her?

We have classes for students of all ages and ability levels. Please contact us at registration@lynchdance.com so we can help identify where the best place to start is.

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What should my dancer wear to class?

Girls: Hair must be tidy. NO Ponytails will be permitted. The ladies in the school are encouraged to wear seamed convertible ballet tights and matching shoes/pointe shoes in the colour closest to their natural skin tone or in which they feel most comfortable. All dancers to wear a black leotard of their choice (NO leotards with attached skirts or cutouts) 

Pre Ballet Hair must be tidy. NO Ponytails will be permitted. The ladies in the school are encouraged to wear seamed ballet tights and matching shoes in the colour closest to their natural skin tone or in which they feel most comfortable. All dancers are to wear a black leotard of their choice (NO leotards with attached skirts or cutouts) 

Advanced ballet students may wear bullet skirts for pointe and variations classes.

Boys: All dancers are to wear black footed convertible tights, Black ballet shoes, and a white shirt. Hair secured away from their face.

CONTEMPORARY – MODERN – JAZZ – TAP: Form fitting clothing, please no: sport bras, bare midriffs, sweats or oversized shirts.  Hair pulled back and neat. Tap and Jazz to wear ANY LDI t-shirt with black shorts or leggings or your regular dress code.

Mighty Mini Movers: Are free to wear a safe, dance friendly outfit of their choice. Ballet slippers, bare feet and black tap shoes.

Broadway Jazz: All dancers will require 3″ T-Strap Tan character heels 

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What are your Studio Closures for the 24-25 season?

Labor Day September 2
Halloween October 31 close at 6pm. 
Veterans Day November 11
Thanksgiving November 27-December 1
Mixed Nuts Performances December 12-December 15
Winter Break December 22 -January 5
Martin Luther King January 20
Spring Performances April 11 and 12
Easter Weekend April 18-20
Memorial Day Weekend May 24-26
Juneteenth June 19
Last Day of Classes June 21

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Do you offer classes for boys?

LDI welcomes and integrates all boys into our age appropriate classes which provide a safe and encouraging place for boys to learn to explore and be creative together. Ages 5-18

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Do you offer classes for adults?

For adults, we have several offerings. All Levels of Ballet and Cross Training. We offer a Adult monthly membership of $80 and that allows you to take as many classes as you want.

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When are the Performances for the 24-25 season?

December 14 and 15 Nutcracker Reimagined
April 12th Spring Show

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12227 Poway Road
Poway, CA 92064

858-282-9911
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