COVID 19 Protocols for In Studio Classes
Safety Procedures & Protocols for Students
Before Entering the Studio:
• No Indoor Waiting Room for Parents: The waiting room will only be open to students. Due to the need for vaccine passports, we are unable to allow parents or family members of students into the studio as it is impossible for teachers to monitor and manage passport checking while they are instructing class.
• Bring Your Own Water: Students are encouraged to bring a full water bottle to class. For health and safety reason, there will be no
water refill options at the studio. Emergency Single Use Water Bottles are available if absolutely necessary.
• Hand Sanitization: Students will be provided hand sanitizer upon entry into the studio.
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While in the Studio:
• Hand Sanitization: Students will be provided with hand sanitizer during class to maintain sanitization
• Personal Cubbies: Cubbies will be provided for each student in the studio during their class time, and are fully sterilized between
each use. Students are encouraged to only bring the personal belongings needed for their classes, and leave extra items at home.
• Mask Policy: Students ages 5 & up are required to wear a mask at all times while inside the studio. Teachers will be mindful to give
students ample mask breaks out the door if needed during class.
• Air Ventilation: A combination of fresh air and the use of our HEPA Air filtration systems will be used while classes are operating.
Cleaning Procedures – Dance Works Safety Protocols
• High Touch Surface Cleaning: All high touch surfaces will be sanitized between each class
• Increased Cleaning After Hours: Extra cleaning and disinfecting will be done each night when students leave
• Increase Bathroom Cleaning: Bathrooms will be designated to one particular studio room in order to reduce exposure to students in
different classes. Bathrooms will be sanitized between each use.
Sickness Policies – Q & A
What if my child is ill?
If your child has any of the Covid symptoms they will be asked to refrain from attending in studio classes until either 14 days have passed since the onset of symptoms or a doctor’s note is provided clearing them of Covid infection before the 14 day incubation period is over. We also ask that you inform the studio of your child’s absence due to symptoms so that we can provide contact tracing if necessary, and also so we can keep track of which students need make up class options, or would like to attend Zoom while away from the studio. (see below for more info)
What are my options if my child misses class due to illness?
We have several options in place. We will be providing some bonus classes throughout the season as make up opportunities for students who have missed classes due to illness. We also offer ZOOM access to classes so that students who may only have mild symptoms can attend via Zoom instead. Please see the Sick Day Options on our Parent Page on the website to sign up for Zoom or Make Up Classes.
What happens if my childs teacher has a sick family member at home or a family member with a positive exposure?
In the event that a teacher has a sick family member in the home they will not return to work at the studio until this family member has a negative covid test result. For a teacher whos family member is in self isolation for a confirmed Covid 19 exposure then this teacher will not return to the studio until the family member is finished their self isolation recommended by the health authority.
What happens if my child’s class has a student or teacher with a confirmed case of Covid 19?
In the event that a student or teacher in your child’s is confirmed to have Covid 19, you will be notified by DWA staff about the possible exposure. The class, it’s students & teachers will not be permitted to come to the studio for a 14 day period or until cleared by a doctor, if that happens before the 14 day period ends. The teacher will offer Zoom classes as an option or 2 make up classes at a later date, for the 2 weeks of missed classes. You will have both options to choose from. We will be actively reassessing our procedures as the season progresses and will increase or ease these policies at the advice of the health board of BC. You will be informed and updated of any changes to procedure over the season.
What happens if a child becomes unwell during class?
Because of our increased screening policies, we feel the risk of this situation is low. However, if a child or teacher starts to feel unwell during class, we have the following procedures in place:
• If a student who feels unwell, they will be instructed to leave class and will
wait in the waiting room away from their classmates until a parent or guardian
can pick them up.
• If a teacher falls ill during class, they will leave the studio and a substitute or
teacher assistant will replace them for the remainder of the day.
• If necessary, the class will be cleared for 10 minutes so a fogging sanitization
can take place and then students will be welcomed back into class.
Before Entering the Studio:
• No Indoor Waiting Room for Parents: The waiting room will only be open to students. Due to the need for vaccine passports, we are unable to allow parents or family members of students into the studio as it is impossible for teachers to monitor and manage passport checking while they are instructing class.
• Bring Your Own Water: Students are encouraged to bring a full water bottle to class. For health and safety reason, there will be no
water refill options at the studio. Emergency Single Use Water Bottles are available if absolutely necessary.
• Hand Sanitization: Students will be provided hand sanitizer upon entry into the studio.
.
While in the Studio:
• Hand Sanitization: Students will be provided with hand sanitizer during class to maintain sanitization
• Personal Cubbies: Cubbies will be provided for each student in the studio during their class time, and are fully sterilized between
each use. Students are encouraged to only bring the personal belongings needed for their classes, and leave extra items at home.
• Mask Policy: Students ages 5 & up are required to wear a mask at all times while inside the studio. Teachers will be mindful to give
students ample mask breaks out the door if needed during class.
• Air Ventilation: A combination of fresh air and the use of our HEPA Air filtration systems will be used while classes are operating.
Cleaning Procedures – Dance Works Safety Protocols
• High Touch Surface Cleaning: All high touch surfaces will be sanitized between each class
• Increased Cleaning After Hours: Extra cleaning and disinfecting will be done each night when students leave
• Increase Bathroom Cleaning: Bathrooms will be designated to one particular studio room in order to reduce exposure to students in
different classes. Bathrooms will be sanitized between each use.
Sickness Policies – Q & A
What if my child is ill?
If your child has any of the Covid symptoms they will be asked to refrain from attending in studio classes until either 14 days have passed since the onset of symptoms or a doctor’s note is provided clearing them of Covid infection before the 14 day incubation period is over. We also ask that you inform the studio of your child’s absence due to symptoms so that we can provide contact tracing if necessary, and also so we can keep track of which students need make up class options, or would like to attend Zoom while away from the studio. (see below for more info)
What are my options if my child misses class due to illness?
We have several options in place. We will be providing some bonus classes throughout the season as make up opportunities for students who have missed classes due to illness. We also offer ZOOM access to classes so that students who may only have mild symptoms can attend via Zoom instead. Please see the Sick Day Options on our Parent Page on the website to sign up for Zoom or Make Up Classes.
What happens if my childs teacher has a sick family member at home or a family member with a positive exposure?
In the event that a teacher has a sick family member in the home they will not return to work at the studio until this family member has a negative covid test result. For a teacher whos family member is in self isolation for a confirmed Covid 19 exposure then this teacher will not return to the studio until the family member is finished their self isolation recommended by the health authority.
What happens if my child’s class has a student or teacher with a confirmed case of Covid 19?
In the event that a student or teacher in your child’s is confirmed to have Covid 19, you will be notified by DWA staff about the possible exposure. The class, it’s students & teachers will not be permitted to come to the studio for a 14 day period or until cleared by a doctor, if that happens before the 14 day period ends. The teacher will offer Zoom classes as an option or 2 make up classes at a later date, for the 2 weeks of missed classes. You will have both options to choose from. We will be actively reassessing our procedures as the season progresses and will increase or ease these policies at the advice of the health board of BC. You will be informed and updated of any changes to procedure over the season.
What happens if a child becomes unwell during class?
Because of our increased screening policies, we feel the risk of this situation is low. However, if a child or teacher starts to feel unwell during class, we have the following procedures in place:
• If a student who feels unwell, they will be instructed to leave class and will
wait in the waiting room away from their classmates until a parent or guardian
can pick them up.
• If a teacher falls ill during class, they will leave the studio and a substitute or
teacher assistant will replace them for the remainder of the day.
• If necessary, the class will be cleared for 10 minutes so a fogging sanitization
can take place and then students will be welcomed back into class.