2024-2025 Dancing For Joy Rates

Tuition is based on the number of weekly dance hours and calculated at the rate of $18.75 per hour.  45 minute classes are $15 per class. Tuition is due on the 1st of each month.   

*monthly total will vary depending on how many days your class meets in the month.  (For example, some months have 5 weeks, December will only have 3 weeks, etc.) 

Use this Tuition Calculator to see your cost each month.

Discounts
If enrolled in more than one class, discounts are based on the total classes per week.
2-4 classes per week:  10% discount
5-7 classes per week:  15% discount
8-10 classes per week:  20% discount
11-15 classes per week:  25% discount 

- There is no additional charge for classes over 15 per week.
- Siblings receive a 10% discount on one hour long class if the second student is not receiving a multi class discount.
- There are no discounts for 45 minute classes. 45 minute classes are $15 per week.

Monthly Tuition Schedule 
Payments are due by the 1st of the month; late after the 10th.

Each monthly payment covers tuition for that month.
Monthly tuition costs may vary based on number of classes/days in that month.  Tuition is pro-rated if enrollment is after the 1st of the month.  NO REFUNDS are given if student drops mid-month.  Please contact the office before the 1st of the month to drop classes.   See our tuition policies for more information. 

Other Rates:
Private Lesson Rates
60 minute lesson- $70
30 minute lesson- $35 

Semi-Private Lesson (2-people)
60 minute lesson- $95
30 minute lession- $47.50

Private lessons are scheduled on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
*other days may be arranged depending on instructor/ studio availability.  
To arrange a private lesson, please email the studio at info@dancing4joy.org with the following information:
1. Student(s) wanting the lesson
2. Preferred dance style
3. Preferred instuctor
4. Available days and times 
5. Preference for Bellingham or Lynden studio
*We cannot guarantee all requests will be met, but we will make every effort to accommodate you.  

Individual Studio Rental
$40 per hr.
To arrange for a rental, please email the following:
1. Preferred date and time (if possible, please give 2-3 options)
2. Preferred studio

Discount for Private Lessons and Studio Rentals Buy 9 upfront and get the 10th one free.

*NEW TO DFJ?  Your first class is free! In order to try a class, you must register your family information in Jackrabbit to sign liability releases and see an updated schedule.  You do NOT need to enroll or make a reservation to try out a class.  Just come to the office 5-10 minutes before that class starts to get a Drop-in Slip.  

Not eligible for a free trial but still want to try out a class?  Single class drop-in fee is $25.  Come to the office prior to class to get a Drop-in Slip.

* Free first class is offered to anyone who has not danced at DFJ within the last 3 years.