LPD Culture and Expectations

How we show up matters.

For many dancers, the studio is a third place, somewhere between home and school or work. It’s a space to learn, connect, and be yourself.

At LPD, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to do their best work. That means we meet people where they are, accept one another, and hold a shared standard for how we move through the space together.

There is zero tolerance for harmful or disrespectful behaviour.

Our Studio Culture

Be kind
We build each other up.

• Encourage and support your fellow dancers

• Help those who are younger or less experienced

• Treat everyone in the studio with respect and positivity

• Celebrate effort, not just achievement

Be prepared
Come ready to work.

• Arrive early to allow time for stretching and mental preparation

• Bring what you need: proper shoes, water, and any required items

• Take responsibility for your own readiness so class can run smoothly

Dress the part
Dress the part, dance the part.

• Follow the dress code for each class

• Hair secured away from the face (bun required for ballet)

• No jewelry

• No street shoes in the studio

Show, don’t tell
Your actions speak.

• Refrain from talking while the teacher is speaking or demonstrating

• Stay engaged and present throughout class

• Practice independently when given the space

• Maintain strong posture and focus

• Avoid sitting unless instructed

• Execute movement fully and with intention

Be thoughtful
Take care of the space and the people in it.

• Keep your belongings organized

• Clean up after yourself

• Be mindful of shared spaces and noise levels

• Respect the energy of the room

• Offer encouragement and awareness to those around you

Say thank you
Gratitude is part of our practice.

• Each class ends with the teacher thanking you, and you thanking your teacher

• Acknowledge your classmates and the work you share together

• Take a moment to recognize the effort in the room

A Note to Dancers

This studio works because of the people in it.

Every choice you make: how you enter the room, how you treat others, how you approach your training shapes the environment we all share