Roots Gymnastics & Dance
The Roots Movement Arts Center is located in Missoula and has been teaching the youth of Missoula and the surrounding area for over 50 years.
Listed under Gymnastics · Tumbling & trampoline · Ninja & parkour · Indoor play & open gym · Jazz · Hip-hop · Acro dance · Art classes · Homeschool classes
Approach
We believe that Fitness is fun! Gymnastics is our vehicle for bringing out confidence, perseverance, and a love of learning.
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How it works
What Roots Gymnastics & Dance states on its own pages about membership & rates, policies, and questions & answers. Quotes are its own words. Check the linked page before you pay.
Membership & rates
| Option | Who it covers | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Recital Fees | dance at Roots | $150 recital fee per trimester |
| Annual Registration Fee | the family | covers the family for the year upon registration |
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Policies
Refunds and cancellations 4
- Recital Feesrecital fee
This fee is non-refundable regardless of your child's ability to perform.
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No refunds or credits are given for missed classes.
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Tuition covers your child’s reserved spot for the entire calendar month, regardless of attendance. Stopping mid-month does not qualify for a refund or credit, as we may have turned away other families for that spot.
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All camp registrations are non-refundable. If you need to cancel your camp registration, we are only able to issue a credit to your Roots account if we are able to fill your spot in the camp.
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Payment and billing 6
- Option 1RECITAL FEES
Pay the full $150 by the 21st of the first month of classes (September 21st for Trimester 1; January 21st for Trimester 2).
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- Option 2RECITAL FEES
Break up the payments into $50 increments split between the first three months of classes (available only to those who have chosen to keep payment information on file).
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- Withdrawal
In the event that your child withdraws from dance mid-semester, you will still be accountable for the remaining tuition of the trimester.
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- AutoPay (Recommended)
When you save your payment information to your account, your child is automatically re-enrolled each month, and your card is charged on the 21st for the upcoming month.
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- Enrollment & Billing
If we’re notified before the next session begins, we’ll issue a credit for future use (no refunds). A $10 fee applies for any declined payment.
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- Manual Payment (No AutoPay)
To secure your child’s spot, payment is due by the 20th of each month.
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Discounts 2
- Are there any benefits for signing one child up for multiple classes?
When you have a child enrolled in more than one class, you will receive 15% off the class of lesser tuition.
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- Do you offer a Sibling Discount?
When you have siblings enrolled in classes here at Roots, you will receive 15% off the class(es) of lesser tuition.
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Registration 8
- Automatic Re-Enrollmentdance at Roots
Those who are registered for the first trimester will automatically be enrolled in the second trimester unless the studio is notified otherwise before December 20th. …
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- Trial Period (New Students Only)dance at Roots
New students have a "trial" period in which they can withdraw without owing for the remaining semester’s tuition. This period ends October 1st for the first trimester, and February 1st for the second trimester.
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- Missed the deadline?
After the 20th, spots open to new families and are no longer guaranteed.
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- Seasonal Changes
A few classes may be paused for summer or have minor time adjustments. We will personally notify affected families via email about any changes. Otherwise, expect your child’s enrollment to continue until you cancel.
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- Withdrawal Policy
To cancel enrollment for the upcoming session, please submit written notice via email (hello@rootsmissoula.com) by the 20th of the current month. Note: Dance classes and Movement Arts Club require a full semester commitment.
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- Do you offer trial classes?
We do offer a preview class. If you try a class and are not satisfied, you will not be charged for the class. If you are interested in signing up for a trial class, please schedule with the front office.
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- How long is a Session, and when can I start?
Our sessions run by the calendar month. You can start a class at any point mid-session as long as we have open space within that class. Tuition will be adjusted to reflect your start date.
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- New registration
If you are interested in reserving a spot for an upcoming month, new registration will open upon the 23rd of the previous month.
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Missed classes and make-ups 2
Make-ups are not available for dance or team classes.
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- Missed Class & Make-Up Policy
As a courtesy, we offer one make-up class per month, subject to availability. Make-ups cannot be scheduled if the class is full (safety and quality come first). …
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Drop-off and pick-up 1
- Drop Off & Pick Up
For programs where child supervision is not required, designated guardians are welcome to leave during the session. Please ensure a prompt return at the scheduled end time for pick-up.
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What to wear and bring 4
- Dress Code & What to Wear
For safety and optimal participation, all students must remove jewelry and tie shoulder length or longer hair back.
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- Gymnastics, Trampoline, & NinjaGymnastics, Trampoline, & Ninja classes
In Gymnastics, Trampoline, & Ninja classes, students are required to wear form-fitting athletic clothing that allows for free movement. Bare midriffs are not permitted during class. …
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- Appropriate attire for camp
All campers should wear comfortable, form-fitting, athletic attire with no bare midriffs. All children should remove all jewelry and tie shoulder length hair back. For preschool aged campers, please bring a change of clothes.
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- Campers need to bring
Sack lunch; Water bottle with name written on it; Sunscreen with name written on it; Something to get wet in and a towel for water games (weather permitting)
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Health and safety 4
- Activity Waiver
In the event of an accident or emergency I hereby authorize my child(ren) to be transported to a hospital for medical treatment and I hold Bitterroot Gymnastics and its representative harmless in the execution of such.
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- Food & Drink
For the safety and cleanliness of our facility, food and gum are not permitted on the gym floor or viewing areas. Water bottles are allowed and should be kept in designated areas.
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- Gym Floor Access
To keep every child safe and properly supervised, the gym floor is reserved for registered participants during their active class time.
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Campers must be fully potty trained with no pull ups. The occasional accident is understandable but should not be the norm.
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Parents’ role 4
- Parent Observation
To maintain a focused learning environment and minimize distractions, parents and guardians are generally not permitted to sit in on classes unless asked by the coach for individual student behavior assistance. …
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- Notify of Absences
Please notify the front office and your dancer’s coach of any anticipated absences.
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- Communication
Email is our primary method of communication for: billing reminders and statements, weather closures, schedule changes, special events, and announcements. Please keep your contact information current in our system.
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- Facility Guidelines
All siblings/children not actively enrolled in a program must remain under the direct supervision of their accompanying adult while in our lobby or waiting areas.
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Levels and placement 1
- Recital Eligibility
After choreography has begun (approximately mid-trimester), if your child misses more than 3 classes, they may be unable to perform in the recital.
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Questions & answers
Do you host classes year-round?
Yes! We have gymnastics all year long!
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My child has done gymnastics, dance, or trampoline classes before. Which class should I sign them up for?
If we are unable to determine which class would be the best fit, then we can schedule a placement visit with you. …
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Programs
Classes
- 3-4yrs Gymnastics
- 5-6yrs Gymnastics
- 7+yrs Gymnastics
- Acro Hip Hop Lvl 1 (4-5 yr old)
- Acro Hip Hop Lvl 1 (6-8 yr old)
- Ballet/Contemporary (Level 2)
- Boys X-Sport Training Class
- Dragonfly
- Firefly
- Girls Dynamites Level 3
- Girls Starlights
- Hip Hop (Level 1-2)
- Hip Hop Level 1 (9+yrs)
- Homeschool 4 & 5 year old · Fall Session
- Homeschool 5+ years old · Fall Session
- Lil Ninja
- Lil Ninja (4/5 yr old) W4:50-5:40 (Starting on 10/7)
- Lil Ninja Level 1 (4-5yrs)
- Mighty Mites
- Mighty Mites M5 (FUTURE CLASS)
- Mighty Mites T6 (8+ yo)
- Mighty Ninja
- Mighty Ninja (6-8 yr old) W5:50-6:40 (Starting on 10/7)
- Mighty Ninja Level 1 (6-8yrs)
- Ninja
- Superfly
- Superfly or Mighty Mite TH3:45 (FUTURE CLASS)
- Superfly T5 (FUTURE CLASS)
- Tramp & Tumble 3/4
- Trampoline Lvl 1
- Trampoline Lvl 2
- Trampoline Lvl 2 M5:10 (FUTURE CLASS)
- Trampoline Lvl 3
- Trampoline T6:15 (FUTURE CLASS)
- Tumble Dance (Level 1)
Lessons
Teams
Clubs
Open play
Sources
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