Piano, Voice, Violin & Viola, Guitar and Ukulele
Ensemble Lessons (60 min)
2-4 students
Weekly
$263 per month
Private Lessons (60 min)
1 student
Weekly
$408 per month
Private Lessons (45 min)
1 student
Weekly
$348 per month
Private Lessons (30 min)
1 student
Weekly
$243 per month
Music Lessons Tuition Policy
Music lessons are a wonderful investment in your family’s future. Our tuition is designed to be budget-friendly, with no long-term contracts required.
Tuition and Academic Calendar
Inspire Music Academy’s academic year includes 48 weeks of instruction.
Four scheduled breaks/holidays are built into the calendar each year.
These planned closures—such as Labor Day, Memorial Day, and July 4th—are pre-accounted for in our annual schedule and tuition structure.
Tuition is a flat monthly fee, designed to remain consistent throughout the year.
Most months include 4–5 lessons, with rare months containing 3 lessons when major national holidays occur.
Tuition is due on the first of each month and is billed automatically for your convenience.
To view our calendar visit:
Payment Methods
Tuition payments are made conveniently through:
Automatic credit or debit card charges
Recurring ACH (bank transfer) payments
Additional details:
We recommend ACH payments as they are more convenient and our preferred payment method.
We accept all major credit cards.
We do not accept stored-value cards, cash, or personal checks.
Late Payments
$25 late fee automatically applied to payments more than 15 days overdue
30+ days overdue: Student receives a discontinuation notice and may not attend lessons until the balance is paid in full
Getting Started
We require ACH or credit/debit card information to confirm your first lesson.
Additional Fees
In addition to monthly tuition, the following one-time or occasional fees may apply:
Registration Fee
A one-time $45 registration fee is added to the first month’s tuition when a new student begins lessons.
Medal Advancement Program
New students are charged a one-time, non-refundable $25 fee to participate in our Medal Advancement Program. To learn more about the program visit:
https://www.inspiremusicacademy.com/medal-advancement
Books and Materials
Students may need to purchase books or other materials based on their curriculum and teacher recommendations. These items are not sold at the academy but can be easily purchased through Amazon or other online retailers. We’re happy to provide direct links to make ordering easy.
Binder & Academy Bag
To help students stay organized, we provide a binder and academy-branded bag for a one-time non-refundable fee of $15.
Additional Lessons
Students may also purchase additional exam or recital preparation lessons if needed
Recital Fees
We provide students the opportunity to perform in two recitals each year:
Winter Recital – Held during your regular lesson day. Included in tuition; no additional fee.
Spring Recital – Held at a professional venue. The participation fee typically ranges from $65–$85, depending on location and associated expenses.
Inspire Music Academy Policies
Missed Lessons
We know that schedules can change, and we appreciate families communicating with us as early as possible when a lesson needs to be missed. Regular attendance plays an important role in steady musical progress. Please always cancel your lesson if you cannot attend.
If your child will miss a lesson, please cancel it in the Student Portal as soon as you know — even if it is less than 4 hours before the lesson time. Canceling the lesson helps another student take advantage of that open time for a make-up.
Missed lessons are eligible for a make-up when the absence is recorded at least 4 hours in advance.
Eligible make-up credits can be scheduled through the Student Portal based on current availability.
Once scheduled, make-up lessons may not be rescheduled.
Missed make-up lessons are forfeited.
No-Show Policy (No Makeups Allowed)
A lesson is considered a “no-show” if it is missed without being canceled in the Student Portal, regardless of timing.
No-shows are not eligible for makeup lessons.
Makeup Lessons
• Each student is allowed two (2) makeup lessons per four-month period, starting from the date of their first missed lesson.
• Makeups will expire at the end of the four-month period.
• Makeups are only available with at least 4-hour notice.
• Makeup lessons are subject to teacher availability.
• Once a makeup lesson is scheduled, it cannot be rescheduled.
• If a student misses a scheduled makeup, it is forfeited.
Example
First Missed Lesson:
On January 15 a student misses their first lesson with a given 4-hour notice marked in their student portal.
The student can now schedule a makeup lesson in their student portal for the missed lesson before May 15.
On February 10, student misses another lesson with a given 4-hour notice marked in their student portal. Second makeup lesson can be scheduled in their student portal.
March 5, student misses a third lesson with a given 4-hour notice marked in their student portal. Student has used both makeup credits for the four-month period since the first missed lesson, therefore no makeup can be scheduled.
By May 15, four months from the first missed lesson, both eligible makeups must be used or they will expire.
Important Notes:
Makeups are only available with at least 4-hour notice.
If a student misses a scheduled makeup, it is forfeited.
Unused makeups after the four months eligible period cannot be carried over.
Group Class Students
Eligible makeup lessons for group class students will be a 30-minute one-on-one lesson with their teacher, which can be scheduled in their student portal. This provides a more focused opportunity to review missed material and stay on track.
Instructor Absences
If an instructor is absent:
Inspire will provide a qualified substitute teacher, with or without notice.
If no substitute is available, we will offer a makeup lesson in addition to your standard makeups.
Makeup lessons for instructor absences do not expire.
If you choose not to attend a lesson with a qualified substitute, the lesson will be forfeited and not eligible for a makeup.
Pausing Lessons (With Plans to Return)
Students may pause lessons and payments for up to two full calendar months at a time, with the intention of returning.
A “pause” means temporarily stopping lessons and billing — not canceling enrollment.
1. When Pauses Take Effect
Pauses begin on the first day of the month and end on the last day of the month.
You may pause for one or two full calendar months at a time.
Partial-month pauses are not allowed.
2. Deadline to Submit Pausing Form
To pause lessons for the upcoming month, the Online Pause/Withdrawal Form must be submitted by the 15th of the current month.
Example 1 — On-Time Submission
Form submitted on June 10 → Lessons paused July 1–August 31 → No charge for July or August → Return in September
Example 2 — Late Submission (Fee Applies)
Form submitted on June 16 → Lessons paused July 1–August 31 → $45 late processing fee charged → No charge for July or August → Return in September
3. Lesson Timeslot Not Guaranteed
We cannot guarantee the same lesson time or instructor after a pause.
Before returning, notify us by email or phone, and we will do our best to match your preferred
schedule.
4. Student Account Deactivation
If a student does not return after a pause, their account will be deactivated.
A $45 reactivation fee will apply upon their return.
You may withdraw a pause request before it takes effect, but your original lesson time or teacher cannot be guaranteed.
Withdrawing from Lessons (No Plans to Return)
If you plan to withdraw permanently:
• Submit your request at least 30 days in advance via the Online Pause/Withdrawal Form.
With 30+ days notice:
No processing fee
You are responsible for tuition through your last scheduled lesson
With less than 30 days notice:
A $45 processing fee will be charged
You are responsible for tuition for all lessons scheduled during the 30-day period
Unused eligible makeup credits will be forfeited.
Media Release Policy
Students may occasionally be photographed or recorded during lessons or events.
These images may be used for Inspire Academy’s website, social media, or promotional materials.
If you prefer not to have your child included, please let us know.
Unattended Children
For safety reasons, Inspire Academy is not responsible for children left unattended before or after lessons.
Please ensure your child is supervised when not in class.
Tuition Discounts
Multi-Enrollment Discount
Families enrolled in three or more classes (multiple children or multiple instruments) receive a 10% discount on the third class.
Examples:
• If you have two (2) children enrolled and add a third, the third student receives 10% off.
• If one student takes piano and voice, and then adds guitar, the third class is discounted.
Refer-a-Friend Discount
Refer a friend, if they enroll, and you’ll receive 20% off one month’s tuition as a thank-you.
If you have any questions about our tuition or policies, please contact our front desk at (925)461-3266 — we’re happy to help!
