Payments & Fees –2025/2026 Season
Tuition Commitments
- Tuition for the 2025/2026 dance season is an annual fee.
- For convenience, tuition is divided into 10 equal instalments, beginning on August 25th, 2025 and continuing on the same day of each month up to and including May 25th, 2026, for the Sept to June 2025/2026 dance season.
- By registering, families commit to the entire dance season, and all fees remain non-refundable, regardless of attendance, withdrawal, injury, or changes in class format.
- Tiny Tots are the only exception and are enrolled on a month-to-month basis, with 15 days’ written notice required to discontinue without further obligation.
Tuition Rates (Annual Fee / Monthly Instalment)
- Tiny Tots - $700 + GST / $70 + GST monthly
- Beginner - $1000 + GST / $100 + GST monthly
- Beginner 2 - $1850 + GST / $185 + GST monthly
- Intermediate - $2350 + GST / $235 + GST monthly
- Pre-Champ - $2900 + GST / $290 + GST monthly
- Champ - $3400 + GST / $340 + GST monthly
Registration Fee
- A one-time, non-refundable registration fee of $60 + GST per family is due upon registration for the 2025/2026 dance season.
- This fee is notapplicable to Tiny Tot and Class Trials.
- Returning families continuing from the 2024/2025 season into the 2025/2026 season must complete registration by August 1, 2025, including payment of the registration fee via e-transfer to dance@mattierin.ca. Registrations received after August 1, 2025 will incur a late registration fee of $25+GST
- When a Tiny Tot or first-year Beginner upgrades to full registration by choosing to compete beyond the Tir na nÓg level, the family registration fee of $60+GST is due at the time of upgrading if it has not already been paid for the 2025/2026 season.
August Programs & Activities
- To participate in any August activities (Summer Step About, Summer Sampler, Here for the Summer, Ceili Collective Camp, Ceili Cameo drop-ins, Performances such as Heritage Days, or All-In for August Packages), all dancers must be registered for the 2025–2026 season by August 1, 2025.
- Full participation packages and combos – including Ceili Collective, Here for the Summer, Summer Sampler, and All-In for August – must be paid in full by August 1, 2025. Payments received after August 1 will incur a $25+GST late fee.
- Drop-in options – including Summer Step About single classes and Ceili Cameo single-day camp drop-ins – do not need to be paid by August 1. However, payment must be made in advance or on the day of the class/camp to attend.
- All August activities fall under the same non-refundable policies as the regular season. No refunds, credits, or transfers will be issued for missed or unused August classes, camps, or packages.
Late & NSF Payments
- Tuition payments are due on the 25th of each month starting August 25th, 2025 up to and including May 25th, 2026.
- A 20% late fee will be applied to all overdue or declined payments.
- Any payments outside of regular tuition (such as summer programs, private lessons, team fees, or other special offerings) are due upon receipt of invoice or by the due date specified by Mattierin. Payments received after the due date will also be subject to a 20% late fee.
- Returned (NSF) payments will incur a $30 fee per occurrence.
- After two NSF/declined payments, families must bring their account into good standing by paying the full remaining balance of the season within two weeks of notification.
- Failure to do so will result in suspension of the dancer’s participation in classes, performances and competitions (whether entered or not) until the balance is paid in full.
Class Format & Hybrid Options
- Classes will take place in-studio, or outdoors when weather permits.
- Grand Prairie dancers may attend live classes via Zoom.
- If Alberta Health or the City of Edmonton requires restrictions on in-studio classes, classes will continue via Zoom and/or outdoors.
- No refunds or tuition adjustments will be issued due to changes in class format, schedule, or location beyond Mattierin’s control.
Coaching & Team Fees
- Coaching fees apply to all dancers attending competitions. These fees cover teacher travel, accommodations, per diem, and daily support/coaching.
- Fees for each competition will be split among attending dancers, with the possibility of partial or full coverage by the Emerald Isle Dancers’ Association (EIDA) bursury program.
- A Mattierin Team Fee of $100 + GST per dancer (separate from team entry fees) applies for Major competitions only (e.g., Oireachtas, CNIDC, NAIDC, All Irelands, Worlds). The team fee is due upon receipt of invoice.
- Withdrawal from the school does not remove the obligation for coaching fees or team fees already committed and/or entered.
Private Lessons & Drop-Ins
- Private lessons must be purchased no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled lesson. Payable by cash or e-transfer to rebecca@bourdoncreative.com
- No-shows or cancellations within 24 hours will result in no refund.
- If the instructor reschedules, the lesson will be honoured for the new time.
- Drop-ins must be purchased prior to attending the class. Payable by cash or e-transfer to rebecca@bourdoncreative.com
Private Lesson Rates:
- Individual 30 min - $80
- Individual 1hr - $115
- Two-way Split 30 min - $55/dancer
- Two-way Split 1hr - $80/dancer
Drop in Rates:
- Up to 1hr: $25
- 1-2 hrs: $35
- 2-3 hrs: $45
Withdrawal Policy
- Tiny Tots
- Tiny Tots are enrolled on a true month-to-month basis.
- Families may withdraw with 15 days’ written notice prior to the next billing cycle, and no further tuition will be due beyond the next month.
- First-Year Beginners (non-competitive)
- First-year Beginner dancers may withdraw with 30 days’ written notice sent to dance@mattierin.ca.
- Upon withdrawal, the next month’s tuition will still be due.
- After January 25, 2026, all Beginner dancers are considered committed for the remainder of the season, and full tuition for the year will be owed if withdrawing after this date.
- Beginners Year 2+, Performance, Intermediate & Championship Levels
- These programs are full-season commitments.
- If a dancer withdraws for any reason, a 30-day written notice is required, and the remaining tuition for the full season will be due within 2 weeks of notification.
- This policy reflects the impact of mid-season withdrawals on choreography, costumes, team planning, and competition commitments.
- No Refunds
- All tuition and fees are non-refundable, including cases of withdrawal, absence, or injury.
EIDA Membership Requirement
- Mattierin families with dancers enrolled in Beginner (Year 2+), Intermediate, Champ, or those participating in teams/performances must be members of the Emerald Isle Dancers’ Association (EIDA). Link to EIDA Registration
- Membership is optional for first-year Beginners and Tiny Tots.
- Upgrading from Tiny Tot or Trial or 1st year Beginners to Competitive Level
- Tiny Tot dancers and first-year Beginners who choose to compete beyond the Tir na nÓg level must upgrade to full registration for the remainder of the 2025/2026 season at the time they commit to competing.
- Their existing monthly payments will simply continue on the same schedule, but by choosing to compete, they are now committed to paying tuition through June 2026. In addition, they must become members of the **Emerald Isle Dancers’ Association (EIDA)**immediately.
- This ensures all competing dancers are fully supported by Mattierin and the EIDA community.
Studio Rental for Registered Dancers
Registered dancers of Mattierin may rent studio space for personal or group practice under the following conditions:
- Rental Rate: $35 + GST per hour
- Eligibility: Only currently registered dancers are eligible for studio rental
- Booking: All rentals must be pre-booked and approved by Mattierin. Drop-in use is not permitted.
- Supervision: Dancers under 18 must have an approved adult present unless otherwise arranged with Mattierin.
- Use of Space: Rentals are for personal and group practice purposes only.
Studio Care & Responsibilities
- Renters must not adjust or operate the heating or air conditioning systems under any circumstances.
- All taps must be fully turned off before leaving the studio.
- Lights must be switched off, and all doors securely locked upon departure.
- Renters are responsible for leaving the studio clean and tidy.
- Any damage or maintenance concerns must be reported immediately to Mattierin.
Cancellations & Liability
- A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required for cancellations. Late cancellations will be charged the full rental fee.
- Renters acknowledge that they use the studio at their own risk and must follow all safety guidelines and studio policies.
- All rentals are at the discretion of Mattierin and must be approved in advance.