Dance Central New York is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for all students, instructors, performers, staff, volunteers, and guests.

By participating in our classes, socials, rehearsals, workshops, and events, all members of our community agree to uphold the following values:

RESPECT

Treat every person with kindness, courtesy, and dignity regardless of dance level, background, identity, age, or experience.

CONSENT & BOUNDARIES

Partner dancing requires mutual trust and respect.
Everyone has the right to accept or decline a dance without explanation. Personal boundaries must always be respected.

SAFE DANCING

Practice good floor awareness and dance in a manner that protects yourself and others. Unsafe lifts, dips, tricks, rough leading/following, or reckless behavior are not permitted.

ZERO TOLERANCE FOR HARASSMENT

Harassment, discrimination, bullying, intimidation, unwanted physical contact, or inappropriate behavior of any kind will not be tolerated.

PROFESSIONAL & POSITIVE ENVIRONMENT

Students and guests are expected to contribute to a supportive and uplifting atmosphere both in person and online. Respect the studio, instructors, fellow dancers, and the culture of dance.

RESPONSIBLE CONDUCT

Anyone attending Dance Central events must behave responsibly. Intoxicated, disruptive, or aggressive behavior may result in immediate removal from the premises or future events.

REPORTING CONCERNS

If you experience or witness inappropriate behavior, please notify a Dance Central instructor or staff member. All concerns will be handled seriously and respectfully.

OUR COMMUNITY

Dance Central New York is more than a dance studio — it is a community built on connection, culture, artistry, and mutual respect.

We are committed to creating a space where everyone feels:

SAFE • WELCOME • RESPECTED • INSPIRED