HFDS In-person Health & Safety plan 2020-2021

This plan will go into effect as we safely re-open our studio for in-person classes this fall. The health and safety of our dancers, teachers/staff and families is our top propriety.  Plans are subject to change as new information and guidelines are released from the State of New Jersey. 

The health & safety of our dancers is top priority. Due to Covid-19 the following health and safety procedures will be put into place to ensure the health and safety of our dancers, families and staff members.

Social Distancing: 

(1) Our class sizes will be limited in order to practice social distancing.

(2) Social distancing spaces will be placed on the studio floor to ensure there is enough space for our students to safely dance and move around, however sometimes students may break the 6' distance. 

Sanitation: 

(1) Dance studio, bathroom and high touch surfaces will be disinfected before and after each class. 

(2) The building will be fully sanitized at the end of each night in order to prepare for the next day. 

(3) Disinfectant wipes will be available for use. 

(4) Hand sanitizer stations will be located throughout the lobby and studio spaces. 

(5) Students will be asked to sanitize before, during (if needed) and after class. 

(6) Dance studio doors will remain open to reduce high touch as well as allow for an increase in ventilation.

(7) Fans will be used to circulate air throughout the building. 

(8) Bathroom occupancy will be limited to one person at a time unless within the same household.

Masks: 

(1) The use of face coverings while dancing will be mandatory for staff members and recommended for dancers. 

(2) Temperature checks will administered daily to dancers.

 Drop Off/Pick-Up Procedures: 

(1) Drop-off & pick-up procedures will take place outside of the building.

(2) Please gather outside of the studio at least 5 minutes before your class time.

(3) Parent/Guardians may wait outside with dancer(s), but are NOT permitted to enter the building. 

(4) Dancers--please wait for your teacher or a staff member to open the door and invite you into the lobby one at a time for temperature checks and to get your dance shoes on for class. Please do not wear dance shoes outside!

(5) When class is finished, teachers will escort dancers back to their Parent/Guardian outside of the building. 

(5) Parking in front of the building is NOT permitted as we cannot block the fire lane. Please park & walk your dancer(s) to and from the door.

(6) We will NOT release dancers into the parking lot to meet you at your car. **You MUST park and walk up to the building and wait for your dancer after their class is finished. Please be prompt when picking dancer(s) up from class.*

*As always, a reminder that no street shoes allowed in the studio. Dance shoes only! Students will be able to change into their dance shoes when they enter the building. Please DO NOT wear dance shoes outside.*

Together, let's prevent the spread: 

• Stay at home if you or anyone in your household is feeling under the weather. 
• Practice social distancing and stay 6 feet apart. 
• Wash your hands often. 
• Use hand sanitizer often. 
• Wear a face covering. 
• Follow our health and safety plan. 
• Don't touch your face. 
• Clean and disinfect your belongings after each class. 
• Avoid contact with those who are sick. 
• Bring minimal belongings to class each week. 
• Come dressed and ready for class. 

The IF: 

If the government places a stay-at-home order at any point during the 2020-2021 dance season, virtual classes will go into effect for all classes. Each class will take place during your dancers regularly scheduled class time and will be held online. If this case should occur, virtual links and information will be sent out via email for you to access. 

If state restrictions are lifted, class sizes may be able to increase and some of the health and safety restrictions may be altered. Families will be notified of any changes.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us at (856)-429-0783 or email us at happyfeetdance3@gmail.com. 

We are committed to the health and safety of our Happy Feet family. 

Updated 9/10/2020