How Does The Group Class Makeup Policy Work At Dennis PaSamba Dance Company?
If you know you are going to miss a group class, please let us know in advance. Text or call us at 717-PaSamba (717-727-2622) as soon as your schedule changes. Communication helps us keep track of your progress throughout the month. Our group classes cost $95 for a four-week cycle. When you give us an early heads-up, we can better advise you on how to handle the material you will miss while you are away.
Students often ask if they can attend another group class to make up for a missed lesson. Depending on our current schedule of active group series, you may be able to drop into an equivalent class session during your four-week term. Because our curriculum moves forward each week, taking your makeup class promptly helps you stay current with the moves. Be sure to check with your instructor directly about which current open times match your skill level.
Group class packages are sold as a four-week block for $95. Because each four-week series is scheduled as a set track, missed classes generally must be made up within the active four-week term. Unused classes do not roll over endlessly into future months once a session ends. Completing your makeup session during the active four-week cycle ensures that you practice the patterns fresh in your mind alongside your fellow dancers in the studio space.
Our studio is located at 4820 W. Irving Park Rd. in Chicago, right in the Irving Park neighborhood at Six Corners. We offer convenient free parking right near the building. When you arrive to attend a makeup class, please plan to get here a few minutes early. Arriving early gives you time to park, check in with the instructor, and catch up on any quick details before the group warm-up begins on the dance floor.
You never need a partner to join our group classes or to attend a makeup lesson. We rotate partners regularly throughout every class session. Rotating partners is a great benefit when you return from a missed class. You will get to practice the steps with multiple classmates who are already familiar with the pattern. This supportive social environment helps you review the material quickly and get back up to speed with your dancing.
If you miss a week and cannot find a matching makeup class time, talk with your instructor right away. Spending ten minutes reviewing basic footwork before or after your next scheduled class can make a huge difference. You can also practice your basic steps at home between sessions. Our team is always happy to answer questions and clarify footwork so you feel completely confident moving forward in your group dance series.
Consistent attendance is the key to building strong muscle memory in dance. While our makeup options aim to keep you on track, group class passes are non-refundable and non-transferable once the four-week session begins. Submitting your schedule changes early gives you the best chance to schedule a makeup opportunity. We encourage all students to plan their four-week calendar carefully when enrolling in our $95 group class series at our Chicago studio location.
Do you have questions about your upcoming class schedule or need to report a missed session? The fastest way to reach us is by phone. Text or call 717-PaSamba (717-727-2622) to speak with Dennis PaSamba Dance Company. We are located at 4820 W. Irving Park Rd. in Chicago with free parking available. Let us help you plan your attendance so you do not miss a beat in your four-week group class.
Questions people ask
What should I do if I know I will miss a class in advance?
Text or call us at 717-PaSamba as soon as you know your schedule. We will review the current class options to see if a makeup session is available during your four-week term. Communicating early helps us keep your dance progress on track.
Do missed classes roll over to the next 4-week session?
No, group class passes for our $95 four-week series do not roll over to future months. Makeup classes must be completed within your current four-week session block. This policy helps maintain regular class progression for all students.
Do I need to bring a partner to my makeup class?
No partner is ever needed for any of our group classes or makeup sessions. We rotate partners during every class so everyone gets to practice with different dancers. This rotation helps you quickly catch up on any missed material.
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Dennis PaSamba Dance Company
4820 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 60641
Six Corners · Portage Park · Irving Park
dennispasamba.com · Text/Call 717-PASAMBA ((717) 727-2622)