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Birthday Parties at Sophie Dance West!

    FAQs and All the Details!

    We are thrilled you have chosen Sophie Dance West for your birthday party!   Please read through this information before approving the deposit charge as deposits are 50% of your cost and non-refundable.

    When CAN I BOOK A PARTY?

    Parties are booked:

    Saturdays from 3-5pm or 4-6pm 

    OR

    Sundays from 1-3pm, 2-4pm, 3-5pm, 4-6pm


    We only book one party per day and dates book up in advance.

    How Much WILL IT COST?

    Parties at Sophie Dance Cost:

    $950 for up to 14 children and 1 Teacher

    $1350 for up to 25 children and 2 Teachers

    Our party capacity is up to 25 children including any siblings ages 2 and up.  


    Additional Teacher:  $150 per hour

    Additional Party Hour:

    $250 for party with 1 teacher

    $350 for party with 2 teachers

    Who Can Come?

    Parties are for children turning age 4 and up.  Parties for children turning 3 years old may be available with required additions booked for your party such as additional teacher and additional entertainment and are for a maximum of 12 children only.  These are only available to current Sophie Dance students and with approval from Sophie Dance West.  We do not offer parties for children turning 1 or 2.


    Siblings ages 2 and up attending the party count as children and party guests unless additional arrangements are made to entertain and occupy young siblings and guests.


    Adults are welcome to stay at the party but we do not allow more than 50 people (adults and children total) in our studio at once for safety.


    Drop off parties are allowed and are strongly encouraged for parties age 6+ where there may be guests reluctant to dance in the presence of their parents!  

    How early can I set up and how soon to we need to exit?

    Set Up:

    Your Sophie Dance teacher will arrive 30 minutes prior to your party start time to assist you with set up. Please keep this rather short window in mind when considering large or elaborate set ups and decorations. Access any earlier will depend on your party start time versus the finishing of Sophie Dance classes.  If you require a teacher to open the studio earlier you may do so at a rate of $50 per 30 mins, however, it is subject to the teacher’s personal availability.


    Tear Down:

    Our parties include 30 minutes of clean up time assisted by the teacher!  Any clean up that goes beyond 30 minutes will be charged at a rate of $50 per 30 mins.


    All trash and food must be taken out of the studio by parents throwing the party with assistance of Sophie Dance staff!  No food can be left on the floors and teachers will also clean the mirrors.

    Food and Alcohol?

    You may bring adult beverages if you wish for the adults attending the party.  


    We recommend you bring some kind of snack, pizza or food for a break time in addition to your birthday cake.  Food is only allowed outside or in Studio 1 (small room) and must be eaten seated at tables.


    We do NOT have a refrigerator large enough to store a birthday cake. Please be sure your birthday dessert is one that can be left out for the duration of your party.

    What does Sophie Dance Provide?

    Tables and Chairs

    At Sophie Dance West we have for your use:

    - Three 6’ tables

    - 12 standard size folding chairs

    - Two 6’ child size tables

    - 16 child size chairs


    *Most parties do not require anything more than this. If you are looking to bring in additional furniture either for personal decorative taste or for parking lot use please see our list of suggested vendors. Please note we cannot store large amounts of tables and chairs in the days before and after your party.


    Linens and Décor

    You are responsible for bringing in your own tablecloths and décor.  Miss Sophie recommends craft paper for kids’ tables with crayons for added entertainment while snacking!

    Do we need additional entertainment?

    Additional entertainment is not required for parties for ages 4 and up.  It is required for pre-approved 3 year old parties.  However, many parents do bring in additional elements of entertainment during the 2 hour party and we highly recommend it if you are extending your party to 3 hours.  This is often recommended when you are not sure if all of your party guests will be in to dancing!  


    Some ideas include simple craft tables, face painting and balloon twisters, and princesses or characters!  Please see list of Miss Sophie’s vendor referrals for more!

    Miss Sophie's Recommended Vendors... Her Personal Faves!

    I WANT THE WORKS… (and to just show up!)

    Hudson Productions

    IG @hudson_productions

    Website: Hudson-production.com

    For full party planning, and with a larger budget, we recommend Hudson Productions.  Frannie Felder Hudson was the event planner for the Unicorn party Miss Sophie hosted in the parking lot at 3rd Street and she is incredible and so fun to work with!  A party like this will require ample set up time so please keep that in mind when choosing your day and time.  Frannie can design and coordinate the party of your dreams and even bring the most perfect party favors.

    PHOTOGRAPHY

    Peter Carrier Photography

    IG @petercarrierphotography

    Website: petercarrierphotography.com

    You may know Peter from the Sophie Dance front desk or Westside Players and we feel blessed to steal him away from his big photography business when we can.  Peter is exceptional at capturing all the best moments of your party, leaving you to keep your phone down and remain present at your party.  Peter is also a headshot, family and pet photographer FYI!  Peter was the photographer who took all of the photos on our website of the Unicorn party as well as all of the family photos on Miss Sophie’s personal IG!  He is amazing with kids and his craft.

    PRINCESSES & CHARACTERS

    Character IO

    IG @chacters.io

    Website: characters.io/

    These characters are the real deal and always in character! Prices vary depending on how many characters/princesses you want and the duration.  They are incredible and can do entertaining separate from dancing (ie: storybook time, they can also do basic face paint, singing) or they can join in the dancing led by our teachers!

    FACE PAINTING

    Always Sparkle Parties

    IG @alwayssparkleparties

    Website: alwayssparkleparties.com

    Exceptional face painters who are also amazing with kids! They cost $130-$150 per hour per artist. They also offer super cool balloon twisting

    BRAID BAR

    Tangled Braid Bar

    IG @tangledbraidbar

    Website: Tangledbraidbar.com

    Their cost is $1000 for up to 10 kids, $1250 for up to 15 kids, and $1400 for up to 20 kids. 

    HAIR TINSEL

    Lucky Locks LA – By Kadi

    IG @luckylocks_la

    Website: www.luckylocks.co/

    Lucky Locks are a perfect way to add some extra sparkle and fun to your party. Each dancer will leave with 10 tinsel strands that last for weeks! Kadi’s rate is about $200 per hour and she is lovely to work with. Even the adults can (and will want to) get in on the fun! 

    BALLOONS

    Jennifer Gartland of Bella Balloon Designs

    IG @bellaballoondesigns

    Website: bellaballoondesign.com

    Phone: 626-535-3941. 

    There is nothing she can't do and she has done several parties at our studios.  She has photos of our space too to help you collaborate on ideas. She does marquee numbers, backdrops, balloon décor, mosaics and more.

    CAKES, DESSERTS, and COOKIE DECORATING SET UPS

    IG @cakesbyclaritza

    To order email CakesByClaritza@yahoo.com

    At this point Claritza is a household name! There is nothing she can’t do and her gluten free chocolate cake with vanilla frosting is unbeatable and my personal favorite. She does amazing gluten free and vegan options.  Her cookie decorating set ups are also adorable and a great “craft” alternative for parties looking to have additional entertainment.  She is a very popular one woman show who books up fast so be patient when trying to reach her and know she will get back to you in order of your party date…typically within 3 to 5 days.

    MAGICIAN

    Napoleon Ryan

    IG @napoleon-ryan

    Email: magicnapoleon@gmail.com

    Phone: 323-542-6988

    Looking to add even more magic?! Napoleon is the absolute best. He can do an amazing magic show for your kids in addition to close up magic for parents who are lingering!

    DJ

    DJ Pasha Gonzalaz

    info@djpasha-ent.com

    818-648-1223

    Website: djpasha-ent.com

    If you are planning your own party and looking for a la carte add ons Pasha is great to work with.  His staff is full of ideas!

    ADDITIONAL TABLES/CHAIRS/FURNITURE

    Premiere Party Rentals

    www.premierepartyrental.com

    Teak and Lace

    www.teakandlace.com

    In most cases it is not necessary to bring any additional furniture. Some families with specific design ideas choose to do so. If you are using the parking lot this is something you will want to consider. Teak and Lace has adorable colorful picnic tables in adult and child sizes. However, Sophie Dance cannot store your additional tables and chairs before or after your party so if you are considering this route please be sure you can arrange same day drop off and pick up. *If you are working with an event planner they can coordinate this aspect for you.

    Sample Party Timeline

    SAMPLE FOR 2-4PM TIMESLOT

    *For most parties who bring additional entertainment that entertainment happens simultaneously. If you are bringing in something such as a magic show we will customize the timeline to fit it all in!

    1:30pm - Teacher(s) and family arrive

    2-2:15pm - Guests Arrive

    Matts will be set up in the dance studio for supervised tumbling and greetings.Background music playing. We always begin with supervised free-play so party late comers are not reluctant to join any 

    2:15-2:45pm - Dancing with Sophie Dance Staff

    Send your music request for the outline below:

    Floor Stretch - no music

    Warm up to ________

    Listen and Follow Songs __________

    Teacher led Magic Wand Dance to _________

    Teacher led choreography to ___________

    Listen and Follow Songs _________

    2:45-3:15pm - Food and/or Craft Break

    3:15-3:45pm - More Dancing with Sophie Dance Staff

    Send your music request for the outline below:

    Learn simple choreography and routine to (birthday kid's favorite song) ___________

    Dance Games and Freeze Dance to ____________

    3:45pm - Perform routine learned for parents!

    3:50pm - Cake and Happy Birthday

    4pm - Good byes and giving out of party favors (if you have any)

    4-4:30pm - Family and Teacher(s) breakdown and clean up!

    READY TO BOOK?!

    Fill Out Our Party Request Form

    Sophie Dance West

    13050 San Vicente Boulevard #201, Los Angeles, California 90049

    (323) 219-5930 / info@sophiedancewestside.com

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