INSPIRE Studio Info Page

INSPIRE Studio Information

Thank you for being part of INSPIRE Entertainment! Below you’ll find information on our studio Dress Code, Calendar, Parking & Pickup/Dropoff, and other FAQ’s.

End of Year Showcase Update Email

The May Rec Showcases will be May 30th-31st, 2025 at Queen Creek Performing Arts Center. We are doing things a little different this year so read closely...

• Rec Shows #1 & #2 will be on Friday, May 30th
• Rec Shows #3 & #4 will be on Saturday, May 31st

Showtimes TBD but they will be morning/afternoon both days. Please see the spreadsheet HERE to know which show(s) your child's class will be performing in. Show assignments are subject to change.

Tumbling and Cheer & Stunt classes will have their own shows held on Saturday, May 10th.

For all the May Showcases, we will be ordering each student a costume. Deposits of $60 are due on November 15th. The remaining balance ($25) will be due January 15th. Tumbling and Hip Hop class will only have a $40 deposit due and a remaining balance TBD due January or February 15th. If you are receiving this email, that means your student is enrolled in a class with fees due on November 15th. If your child will NOT be performing in the May Showcases, please let the office know by Thursday, November 14th at noon to avoid the charge for a costume. All costume deposits are non-refundable and will be run automatically using your card on file. If you want to pay a different way, other than your card on file, the office must receive this payment by the 14th or your card on file will be run. We will be taking measurements and sizing for costumes in December & January.

Beginning of Season Email

Hello INSPIRE Families!

Get ready for an AMAZING season starting August 5th! It's our 10 year anniversary!

Here’s everything you need to know to get set for your first class:

• Update Your Info: Log in HERE to make sure your details are spot-on! Double-check your address, phone number, email, emergency contact, and payment info. August tuition will be charged to your card on file on August 1st. New to the parent portal? Click 'forgot password' and use this email address to get started!

• Complete Your Forms: Before your first class, fill out the Policies and Procedures form ---> CLICK HERE. One form per family is needed—be sure to include all your students' names. Remember, a new form is required each year. Look out for a pin sent to your email to finalize the form.

• Explore Our Info Page: Dive into our essential info page ---> CLICK HERE for all the details you need, including dress code, calendar, parking, and FAQs. Bookmark this page so you have it handy!

• Shop the Boutique: Swing by the INSPIRE Dancewear Boutique for all your dancewear needs! We suggest shopping a few days before classes begin. Check out their Instagram @iedancewear for the latest updates or email inspiredancewearaz@gmail.com with questions. inspiredancewearboutique.com

• Stay Tuned: Watch for an email on Friday with your family’s enrollment details—don’t miss it!

• Save the Date: Our spectacular May Showcases for Rec classes are currently set for May 30th-31st, 2025 (dates subject to change). Stay tuned for the Tumbling, Cheer, Music Theatre Academy, and Acting 101 show dates! December In-Studio Shows will be the week of December 16th-20th.

• Win Studio Credit!: From August 5th-16th, bring in any of the following items to be entered into a drawing for a $25 studio credit (3 winners)! Items: hair ties (2 entries), band-aids (2 entries), bobby pins, ice packs, Neosporin, feminine hygiene products and other first aid supplies. Winners will be contacted by August 20th.

We’re so excited to see you and make this 10th season incredible together!

Dress Code

Please help us maintain a professional environment by reviewing our INSPIRE Dress Code. All clothing must cover tummies/bums. No crop tops are allowed. Make sure the shirt is long enough to cover your stomach even when your hands are raised above your head. Make sure shorts are long enough to not ride up exposing any part of the bum. Proper shoes that fit are required. To keep dance shoes in good condition, please only wear them during class and performances. Shoes will be used for weekly classes as well as performances. Please note that if you wear underwear to dance class, it should not show. If a bra is needed, please wear a sports bra.

• ALL DANCE CLASSES: Proper dance attire is required. No school clothes or jeans of any kind. Must be able to move and stretch in clothing. See below for more specific clothing recommendations, required shoes, and hair requirements.

• Tap/Ballet Combo Classes: Black “Mary Jane” tap shoes, pink ballet shoes (female), black ballet shoes (male). We recommend leotards, tights (or socks), and optional skirts. No color requirements. Hair pulled back out of the face (bun, pony tail, sides back, etc).

• Tap/Jazz Combo Classes: Black “Mary Jane” tap shoes, skin tone jazz shoes (female), black jazz shoes (male). We recommend leotards, tights (or socks), and optional skirts. No color requirements. Hair pulled back out of the face (bun, pony tail, sides back, etc).

• Ballet only classes: Female: Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, optional ballet skirt. Hair in a bun. Male: Black shorts that show knees, a tight-fitting tank top (white or black), black ballet shoes. *Split sole ballet shoes preferred for dancers 8-up.

• Hip Hop and Hip Hop/Tumble classes: Loose fitting clothes like t-shirts, shorts, sweats, joggers. Feel free to accessorize with hats and layers. Mostly black tennis shoes (of any brand) for ages 6-8 and 9-12 yr old classes and mostly white tennis shoes for classes age 13+. Hair pulled back out of the face.

• Jazz and Jazz Technique:  Skin tone jazz shoes for 6-8 and 9-12 year old classes and skin tone pirouettes (shoes) for age 13+ classes. We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards. Hair pulled back out of the face in a ponytail or bun.

• Tap: Black lace up tap shoes. We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards. Hair pulled back out of the face.

• Contemporary: Skin tone pirouettes (shoes). We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards. Hair pulled back out of the face.

• Ballroom: Ballroom shoes with a heel (see boutique). We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards, and optional ballroom skirts. Hair pulled back out of the face in a ponytail or bun.

• Tumbling: Bare feet. We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards, biketards. Nothing baggy so the teachers can spot the kids on tricks. No color requirements. Hair pulled back out of the face in a low ponytail.

• Cheer & Stunt: All white tennis shoes without a lot of grip. We recommend leotards or tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts. And shorts (no leggings). Hair pulled back out of the face in a ponytail.

• Music/Dance/Theatre: Skin tone jazz shoes. We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards. Hair pulled back out of the face.

• Music Theatre Minis and Prep: Dress shoes or closed toed shoes for class. Clothing that students can move and stretch easily. Hair pulled back out of the face. *Black dress shoes (like “Mary Jane” style) may be required for performances, depending on costume. Check w teacher.

• Acting 101, Group Voice, etc: No shoe requirements. Clothing that students can move and stretch easily.

• INSPIRE Fitness/Dancer’s Conditioning: Barefeet. We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, or leotards. Hair pulled back out of the face in a ponytail or bun.

• Company and Academy classes: Reach out to your director for shoe and dress requirements.

INSPIRE Dancewear Boutique

All dancewear and shoes are sold at our INSPIRE Dancewear Boutique. We recommend going to the boutique a few days before their first class to get shoes and dancewear so they are ready for the first day! Check their Google listing for the most up-to date hours. Email the boutique with questions, for updated hours, or to schedule an appointment → inspiredancewearaz@gmail.com WEBSITE → HERE

Current schedule:

• Monday 6:30-9:00 pm

• Tuesday 4:30-6:30 pm

• Wednesday 6:00-7:00 pm

• Thursday 4:00-6:30 pm

• Friday & Saturday by appointment

INSPIRE Eats Cafe

INSPIRE Eats Cafe is currently being REVAMPED! Set to re-open Fall 2025. Contact inspireeatscafe@gmail.com with any questions!

Parking Lot/Drop off & Pick up Info

Follow the flow of traffic as shown on the map below for parking and pickup/drop off. If you are coming inside, park in a parking space, not in front of the studio. Be courteous of our neighbors and their parking lots. Please do not park in their lots during their business hours. Please pull all the way to the end of the sidewalk when picking up and dropping off to help with the flow of traffic. DO NOT stop or park at the door.

3:30 pm parent drop off - We are aware that the parking lot gets very busy at this time. To help with the flow of traffic, please try to enter the parking lot from the entrance WEST of the building and exit onto Baseline east of the studio. Thank you!

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