The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is believed to spread mainly from person-to-person contact. As a result, federal, state, and local governments and federal and state health agencies recommend social distancing and have, in many locations, prohibited the congregation of groups of people.
Dancetination LLC has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, we cannot guarantee that you or your child(ren) will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending the studio could increase your risk and your child(ren)’s risk of contracting COVID-19.
By signing this agreement, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that my child(ren) and I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending the studio and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at the studio may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others, including, but not limited to, Dancetination employees, volunteers, and program participants and their families.
I voluntarily agree to assume all of the foregoing risks and accept sole responsibility for any injury to my child(ren) or myself (including, but not limited to, personal injury, disability, and death), illness, damage, loss, claim, liability, or expense, of any kind, that I or my child(ren) may experience or incur in connection with my child(ren)’s attendance at Dancetination.On my behalf, and on behalf of my children, I hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless Dancetination, its employees, agents, and representatives, of and from the Claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto. I understand and agree that this release includes any Claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of Dancetination, its employees, agents, and representatives, whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before, during, or after participation in any program.

REGISTRATION FEE

Dancetination is a member studio and a non-refundable registration fee of $35 is charged upon registration.

TUITION POLICY

Monthly Tuition: Tuition is billed automatically on the 5th of each month. If tuition has not been paid by the 7th of each month, a $20 late fee will be assessed to your account ( no exceptions). If you enrolled for recurrent payments your card will be charged on the 5th of each month and If you registered in the middle of the month your tuition will be prorated . The studio is closed on FEDERAL PUBLIC HOLIDAYS. Classes that fall on public holidays are eligible for make ups.

MAKE-UP POLICY

Dancetination is committed to all classes in a given session. In order to provide the best dance programs, Dancetination can allow make-up classes. However, to be eligible to make up a class you must call 24 hrs in advance, make-up class policy will allow the students to make up any missed classes due to illness, school activities or class cancellation. Trips, parties and other activities are not eligible for make-ups.

RECITAL

Every student is required to participate in all scheduled events, and there are no exceptions to this rule. They will be required to perform on stage at the annual recital held in December.
Please note: we strongly believe that performing in front of others gives all of our students the self-esteem that is integral to growing up to be a happy person.
If you don't agree with us, we may not be the best fit for you. We respectfully suggest you look for more options.

LOST ITEMS

Dancetination is not responsible for lost personal items. There is a lost and found located in studio B and should be checked if your child has lost anything.

HANDS ON INSTRUCTION

Dance education requires “hands-on” instruction, as well as verbal instruction. Instructors will regularly correct children by touching their arms, legs, feet, hips, back and head to move them to the correct position. Instructors will also verbally correct students during class. The students are required to know the routines and are expected to practice at home.

DANCE ATTIRE

Proper dance attire and dance shoes are required for all classes. Unprepared students may not be allowed to participate in class.
~ Ballet – Girls need to wear studio leotard, ballet skirt and nude canvas ballet shoes. Boys need to wear sweats or dance pants with men’s black ballet shoes.
~ Jazz/Fusion/Contemporary/Modern/Hip-Hop, etc. – Dance students need to wear Studio leotard and leggings, bike shorts, sports bras and tops are not permitted.
~ All students must bring ankle weighs and theraband for the following classes: Tumbling, Conditioning, Leaps and turns and fusion.

CLASS RULES

~ No gum or food during classes! We do not want anyone choking.
~ No food or drinks (except water) on the dance floors. No open soda cans or containers anywhere in the studio. Students are responsible for cleaning up after themselves. We want to keep a clean studio.
~ Make sure you go to the restroom before class starts.
~ Always bring a water bottle to class. Bring it with you into your class.

LEAVING THE STUDIO

Two weeks notification of the students no longer attending Dancetination is necessary in order to stop charges to their account.

PARENTS ATTITUDE

Parents need to have a positive attitude and continued support is necessary in order for their child to continue the privilege of participating in the studio’s program. If the parent chooses to have a negative attitude or causes volatile scenes in any way, your child and you will be asked to leave the school.
Dancetination reserves the right to refuse services to any person who does not support the policies and decisions set forth.

I understand and agree that in participating in any dance class, workshop, rehearsal or performance, there is a possibility of physical injury. I agree to release and hold harmless Dancetination LLC, including its teachers, dancers, staff members, and facilities from any cause of action, claims, or demands now and in the future. I will not hold Dancetination LLC liable for any personal injury or any personal property damage, which may occur on the premises before, during or after classes. Furthermore, I understand that I should be aware of my, and/or my child’s physical limitations and agree not to exceed them. If I am signing this waiver for my child, I certify that I am the parent or legal guardian and have the right to waive these rights. Further, I authorize and agree that Dancetination LLC may take and use photographs/videos of me and/or my child for purposes of record keeping, advertising, and marketing. I understand that I do not have any rights to these photographs/videos and will not be compensated for the same.