Embody*Our*Mission

Embody by V, LLC is an organization dedicated to providing a safe and challenging movement curriculum taught by highly qualified instructors that engage, enlighten, and empower dancers to move unapologetically.
​*When participating in our experiences, registrants agree to all the terms listed below. 

registration*protocols

Class Registration​Membership Registration​
  • All membership packages and/or subscriptions represent a for 4 week (1 month) cycle. Payments are on an automatic draft. 
Monthly Membership Cancellations​
  • Clients may cancel their membership subscription by emailing vstribling@gmail.com. Correspondence must occur within 48 hours (2 days) prior to the end of their currently enrolled 4 week (1 month) contract. ​​

covid*prevention*protocols

Illness Policy:
  • I will not attend any Embody By V, LLC hosted classes or events if I feel any sign of illness. This includes but is not limited to symptoms of COVID-19, fever (99.9 or higher without fever-reducing medicine), shortness of breath, cough, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, new loss of taste or smell, stomach pain, diarrhea, vomiting. ​​
Student Drop Off/Pick Up Policy:
  • Only registered Embody By V, LLC participants and faculty will be permitted in the building.
  • We will follow the Green Light Protocol with one registered participant allowed to check in at a time; Embody By V, LLC faculty will supervise the procedure.
  • Drop off and pick up registered participants in the front of the building. Please drop off registered participant five minutes prior to the start of class and pick up registered participant  at the end of class time.
  • Students will be required to wear masks at drop off and pick up; students will be responsible for providing their own personal mask. Parents may purchase a mash on-site for $1.
  • Students are permitted to bring a washable dance bag to carry their own water bottle, face mask, and other dance class needs.  
  • All students will be required to keep their cell phones on silent and in their bag during class. In case of an emergency, parents will be notified by Ms. Stribling.
  • Come already dressed for class and ready to dance. 
Sanitizing Policy:
  • All spaces occupied are sanitized before and after use. ​ 
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HBCU*Dance*PreP*expectations

Applicable to ​students enrolled in HBCU Dance Prep only
Dress Code
  • Please abide by all dress code requirements respective of each dance course. This helps us maintain a professional level of schooling and the uniformed appearance expected in HBCU Danceline and Color Guard programs. 
  • No jewelry, with the exception of small stud earrings, will be permitted in class. 
  • Hair must also be worn pulled back and out of the face.
  • Please click to access the Dance Class Uniform List.​
Attendance
  • In order to achieve the best results, students are required to attend all classes and other sessions to which they may be assigned. In order to minimize absences, parents are asked to take into consideration all class times and dates when scheduling any appointments, planning family vacations, etc.
  • Regular attendance is absolutely vital in making sure a student achieves and maintains his or her mastery of dance technique.
  • Embody By V, LLC does not offer make-up classes for student absences.
  • Please email us in you are interested in private lessons at info@embodybyv.com.
Tardiness
  • In order to prevent injury and eliminate instructional disruptions, students are required to arrive ON TIME for the start of all classes and alternate sessions. This display of good work ethic shows respect for both the instructors and fellow students, in addition to giving the student ample time to be fully engaged in class. 
  • All students are required to be picked up no later than 10 minutes from the end of class time. There will be a $10 late fee due at pick-up. Students will not be permitted to return until the tardy fee is paid. 
  • Parents, please come to the door to pick up your student. For safety, no student will leave the facility until a parent or authorized driver picks him/her up.  Student drivers are exempt. 
Class Behavior
  • Prior to class, all students should understand the levels of focus, concentration, and self-discipline that will be required to achieve the skill level of dance desired. All students will learn dance technique through observation and the execution of demonstrated steps rather than through discussion. Talking during class is generally discouraged, though the occasional question is welcomed. If a student has a question, they should let the instructor know by raising their hand. This helps us achieve the quickest progression in any given class. Dance technique is based on constant repetition of movement in order to train and strengthen the muscles of the body. Students who are disruptive during class will be asked to briefly sit out and observe so that others may continue their work uninterrupted.
  • Parents will be notified immediately if unacceptable behavior is displayed.

Personal Property
  • Embody By V, LLC is not responsible for lost, stolen, and damaged items. Any items not claimed by the end of each semester will be discarded or donated to charity.

Evaluations/ Assessment Day
  • Every student enrolled in HBCU Dance Prep will receive an end-of-semester evaluation that will be emailed to parents. Please allow 5 - 10 business days to receive the progress reports. These reports will help families better understand the progress of their student.

Parent Observation
  • Due to Covid, our Parent Observation day will be conducted virtually unless otherwise informed. 
  • Parents and other individuals who may be interested in viewing students as they train are invited and encouraged to observe classes during scheduled Parent Observation days. Parents will be notified about observation dates. In an effort to minimize distraction for our students and instructors, we do NOT allow parents to observe classes through doorways or windows on non-observation days. Our primary goal is to enable your child to remain focused on their instruction.

During Parent Observation please abide by the following rules and regulations:
  • Please arrive ON TIME for the start of class and remain seated until the session is over. Please do not enter or exit the studio once class has begun.
  • Turn off cell phones, pagers, and all other portable electronic devices.
  • Please refrain from talking during class to both students and other observers.
  •  No food or drink is allowed in the dance studios.
  • Observation days are intended for parents, relatives, and older siblings who are able to adequately understand and observe all classroom etiquette. If young children are to attend, please note that it is often very difficult for them to sit quietly for the duration of the class. Out of consideration for others, please do not bring toys or any other distractions into the classroom. Any child who is being loud and/or disruptive to the class is expected to be escorted out of the studio by their parents.
  • We are confident that any observation days that you attend will allow you to see the progress your child is making in their chosen class with the expert help of our instructors. We sincerely thank you for enabling us to make this an enjoyable and informative experience for all students, parents, and instructors.

Conferences and Questions
  • Parents are more than welcome to schedule a conference with the Director of Embody By V, LLC.  If you wish to do so, please schedule an appointment via email info@embodybyv.com. We request that you do not approach any instructor before or after classes with questions. Please understand that instructors are focusing on their class work and their lesson plans prior to a session. Our director will address your questions or concerns.

School Closings
  • If classes are cancelled due to inclement weather, Embody By V, LLC will send out emails and post on Social Media (Facebook & Instagram); if nothing is posted classes will resume as normal. Please note that we do not necessarily follow the city, county, or any school district in terms of when we will cancel classes. Embody By V, LLC is not responsible for any classes that are cancelled due to extreme weather conditions or any other circumstance that is beyond the control of Embody By V, LLC.​

Inquiries

​Please free to contact V. Stribling via call, text (803.386.8119) or email info@embodybyv.com, if you have any further questions.