The Dance Element has installed anti-viral MERV-13 filters in our HVAC system to constantly cycle and clean the air in our entire facility.

The MERV 13 filters efficiently attract and capture 98% of airborne particles including dust, smog, mold, bacteria, viruses, and allergens less than one micron in size, filtering out practically all harmful particulates while elevating the system’s performance by efficiently minimizing backpressure and maintaining proper air flow.   

We have invested in a HEPA Air Purifier for each dance room.

These hospital grade machines are designed to trap and remove 99.97% of germs and airborne viruses in spaces larger than 1200 square feet, (that's almost 600 sq. ft bigger than our larger studio.)  The units are completely silent and run constantly to purify the air, while classes are in session.  

 We have adapted our class schedule to allow time for staff members to completely disinfect the studios between each group of students. 

Colorful spots in the center of our large dance classrooms assist our students as they move, allowing them plenty of space to learn dance technique comfortably, (and socialize with eachother,) while maintaining at least seven feet of physical distance.  

Appropriately distanced personal spots along the walls in each studio are reserved for each dancer and their belongings and all include individual bottles of hand sanitizer.    

Marked by funny, multicolored feet, these spots help to space dancers for stretching as well as barre work in our ballet classes.

 It is extremely beneficial for young children to learn spatial awareness,
and dance students of all ages are eventually required to dance
"on their spot" when learning choreography for performance. 

These safety precautions may ultimately produce stronger dancers! 



A brief "check-in" procedure held outside the building prior to each class includes a temperature screening to evaluate each student for symptoms of illness.

 No staff members, recreational dance students (children,) or adult dancers are permitted to enter our facility if they are experiencing any of the following:

• Congestion or Runny Nose
• Fever/ Chills
• Headache
• Cough
• Sore Throat
• Body Aches (beyond sore dance muscles)
• Nausea, Vomiting, or Diarrhea      
• Fatigue
• Shortness of Breath
• Loss of Taste or Smell     

The Dance Element Believes We Are ALL Responsible for the Health and Safety of Each Other!

With this in mind, Parents, Faculty, and Adult Dance Students are required
to sign a "Wellness Pledge" before participating in any of our dance classes. 

The Wellness Pledge is a commitment that each family/dancer will practice good hygiene and follow preclusion policies while away from the studio, as well as an agreement to responsibly self-evaluate/ evaluate children before every visit to the studio, and a promise to remain at home if they or other family members are experiencing symptoms of illness.

Although many things are different in this global situation,
by accepting a collective responsibility to support the health and safety of our dance family, each of us together can ensure that
The Dance Element continues to make a difference.