Do Jump Movement Theater School Policies

We welcome your input on our policies. If you have questions, comments or concerns call the school director Wendy Cohen at 503.231.1232 (or e-mail Do Jump at dojump@dojump.org)

Observing Classes

Parents, friends, and relatives of students are invited to observe the first day of class or camp. After that we ask that parents, friends, and relatives not observe class unless invited to do so by a teacher. Experience has taught us that the presence of parents, friends, and/or relatives in the classroom is often a distraction to students.

Missed Classes

We do not offer make-up classes or credits for missed classes.
The one exception is Baby Circus.  Please read below for our Baby Circus make-up class policy.

Refunds/Credits

$25 of tuition is always non-refundable.

During the regular school term (Fall, Winter and Spring) tuition (minus the $25.00) will be refunded until one week before the class starts. If a student withdraws less than one week before the start of a class and no more than two days after that class begins, we will issue a pro-rated credit good toward any Do Jump camp or class, which expires twelve months after the date issued. If a student withdraws three days after a class begins or later, no credits or refunds will be issued.

During the Summer term a refund on tuition (minus the $25.00) may be issued until one week before the beginning of camp. In the week before camp, if a student withdraws we will issue a credit good toward any Do Jump camp or class. If a student withdraws after the first day of camp, no credit will be issued.

Private lesson cancellations require notification 24 hours prior to scheduled lesson time. If notification is not give 24 hours in advance full payment is required.

Day Care

Unfortunately we do not have the resources to look after children before or after class. Parents who drop their children off unsupervised more than 10 minutes early or pick their children up more than 10 minutes late will be charged a day care fee of $10 per quarter hour.

Work Trade

Do Jump always needs workers to help out around the theater. We have a limited number of work-trade slots available. We offer a trade rate of $7.50 per hour. The work is general cleaning and clerical work. If you are interested contact our office (503) 231-1232.

Registration

We are now offering an automatic 10% dicount on your child's additional classes and their family members' classes.

Parents are no longer allowed to register their friends' children except under a separate account.

We are now allowing limited make-up classes and drop-in classes in Baby Circus classes.

Make-ups -
If your child is unable to attend a Baby Circus class due to illness, they may make-up 1 class each term. These make-up classes must be Baby Circus classes taken by the same child within 3 months of the end of the term. Spaces in each class are limited, so please call us at 503-231-1232 to let us know that you’d like to use a make-up class by 5pm the day before the class. If the class is full, we will ask you to try another week.

Drop-ins -
Due to popular demand, we are now allowing limited drop-ins at our Baby Circus classes. If you’d like to drop-in to a Baby Circus class, please call us by 5pm the day before the class to register. If the class is full, we will ask you to try another week. Cost is $15 per/drop-in class.

School Information

What to wear

• Students should wear comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement and is not distracting. Sweatpants, footless tights, leotards and unitards are all apporpriate.
• Shirts should be tucked in.
• Bare feet are appropriate for classes.
• Long hair should be tied back.
• Jewelry should be removed before class or left at home. Wedding rings are permitted, but can be painful on the trapeze.
• Eyeglasses are allowed if they are secured, otherwise contact lenses are recommended.

To bring or not to bring

Students should bring a bottle of water with their name on it.
Students should not bring toys, games, or other distractions.
Parents, please be aware that we cannot park bikes, strollers, or scooters inside the theatre.

Good things to know

• The Echo Theatre is located at 1515 SE 37th Ave, Portland OR 97214-5131.
• Office hours are Monday-Friday 10am-5pm. The school director is Wendy Cohen.
  Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns at (503) 231-1232 or dojump@dojump.org.
• If you or your child has special needs, please let us know.
• Each class or camp will conclude with a 15-30 minute performance by the students.
• It is important the students are on time for class. The Echo Theatre has only one bathroom, located in the lobby. If your child will need to use the bathroom as a changing room, plan accordingly.
• The Echo Theatre has on-street parking only.
• Class schedules are available at www.dojump.org/school.shtml
• Gift certificates for classes are available.
• Scholarships:  There are a limited number of partial scholarships available for Baby Circus classes.   Click here for additional information on this scholarship or to complete a scholarship application
• We have a lost & found bin (in the office or lobby).
• Do Jump! does no deny benefits to or discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, or sexual orientation and vaules the unique abilities of each.
• Do Jump!/Echo Theatre is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization. Tax ID 93-0682075
• Donations are tax deductable to the fullest extent of the law. They are also greatly appreciated!
• We welcome your involvement as a volunteer. See the office or grab a volunteer form in the lobby.