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Membership Training

Membership Information

 

Being a member of the Charlotte Cirque & Dance Center means you always have a place to practice, store equipment, work on new skills, and talk about dance and circus with others. Membership comes with a variety of benefits, including:

  • Access Monday - Sunday from 8am - 9pm.

  • Free use of some communal supplies and equipment, including German Wheels, Lyras, Trapeze, Silks; cross-training equipment (yoga balls, yoga blocks, hand weights, self-massage tools, etc.) a variety of mats, juggling equipment, and more.

 

Members may practice in the CC&DC even while other groups are meeting, as long as they stay in parts of the space that are not already reserved.

 

Membership Cost

BASE RATES

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Tiered Rates

  • Household Annual Income less than $25,000

    • Monthly Ground Rate: $30.00​

    • Monthly Ground & Aerial Rate: $35.00

  • Household Annual Income $25,000 - $44,999

    • Monthly Ground Rate: $45.00​

    • Monthly Ground & Aerial Rate: $50.00

  • Household Annual Income $45,000 - $59,999

    • Monthly Ground Rate: $55.00​

    • Monthly Ground & Aerial Rate: $60.00

  • Household Annual Income $60,000 - $99,999

    • Monthly Ground Rate: $65.00​

    • Monthly Ground & Aerial Rate: $70.00

  • Household Annual Income $100,000+

    • Monthly Ground Rate: $70.00​

    • Monthly Ground & Aerial Rate: $75.00​

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Get a 10% discount when you purchase 1 year up front.

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​OTHER RATES

  • Guest Pass – Ground: $12/day

  • Guest Pass – Aerial: $14/day

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EXTRAS

  • Memberships are billed automatically as a recurring payment.

  • To cancel membership simply email info@cltcirquedancecenter.org prior 2 weeks prior to the end of the month.

  • All notices must be in writing via email.  

 

Membership Eligibility & Terms

  • ​All CC&DC members must sign and agree to abide by a safety policy and membership agreement.

  • Members must also be vetted by the CC&DC faculty and staff before they are granted access to the space.

  • Must be 18 and up

  • A minimum of one year of consistent training with instruction is required to be considered for membership

  • Aerial: Demonstrate sufficient rigging knowledge acquired through Open Practice approval or from prior rigging training.

  • Most submit 2 references that can attest to your experience and abilities, rigging and safety competency, and general ability to make sound decisions and exemplify good leadership.

  • NOTE: If you are not a current CC&DC student, we might ask you for a video demonstrating your skill level and rigging knowledge.

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The Process to Join

  • Complete the membership application.

  • CC&DC admin staff will vet your membership request. The vetting process differs by discipline due to the level of risk associated with each discipline.

  • If the CC&DC staff approves your membership request, you will then schedule an orientation with a staff member and set up your monthly payment.

 

Safety Policies

  • Be safe and stay alert.

  • Only use equipment or participate in activities after you have proper training or experience.

  • Always use a spotter if you feel uncertain.

  • EVERY participant and guest must sign a waiver/release form.

  • If a major injury or accident occurs, CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY.

  • If a minor injury or accident occurs, get the affected person medical attention ASAP.

  • You are responsible for your own property. CC&DC is not responsible for any loss, theft, or damage to personal property used.

  • Be alert for hazards and other participants in the training areas.

  • Never distract anyone participating in the training areas.

  • CC&DC is an alcohol-free, substance-free, and smoke-free facility, with a zero-tolerance policy. If you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the CC&DC is off-limits. Violating this policy will result in a terminated membership. Guests who violate the policy will be asked to leave.

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Equipment/Studio Policies

  • Keep our floors clean. Don’t walk across them with wet or muddy shoes! In winter and rainy weather, clean shoes thoroughly or bring a dry pair for use in CC&DC.

  • All equipment that is designated for community use is pointed out during member orientation. If it’s not yours and not communal, don’t use it.

  • If you damage any equipment or notice any broken or defective equipment notify ASAP.

  • Do not remove CC&DC property from the premises without board authorization.

  • No destruction or vandalism of equipment will be tolerated.

  • Before leaving the studio you must:

    • Make sure all equipment is put back in its place

    • All lights are turned off

    • Doors are locked​​

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