I understand that Spark Studios does not give credit and/or refunds for class(es) missed due to holiday, vacation, illness, weather, canceled classes, schedule changes, etc. I further understand that there are specific risks of physical or property damages, losses, or injury that may result from my or my child’s participation with Spark Studios, and I voluntarily assume the risks associated with such participation.
There will be no refunds or credits if the school is required to close by the government and health authorities for COVID or any other variant, public safety, natural disaster, fire, theft/destruction of property, pandemic, or government order. The studio reserves the right to stop all in-person classes at the physical facility and resume service virtually. Families will receive communication to access virtual/online classes. Classes may be combined by age and/or level at the determination of the studio owner. Tuition will continue to be charged at the full amount if the studio is required to move to virtual classes only or a hybrid of virtual and in person sessions.
PAYMENT INFORMATION:
Fees for the school year are payable either in full at the time of registration or through automatic payments using a credit card provided at registration. The credit card will be kept on file and charged according to the recurring payments authorization.
Accepted payment methods include Credit Card and Debit Visa. For payments made in full, we also accept e-transfers.
INSUFFICIENT FUNDS / OUTSTANDING ACCOUNTS
Insufficient funds (NSF)/Patrons will be notified about NSF/Outstanding accounts by phone, mail or email. Outstanding accounts will be a thirty dollar ($30.00) charge for all NSF/Outstanding account payments. Payments in full, including the NSF/Outstanding Account charge, will be due before the student's next class. Within one week of notice, the student will not be permitted to attend class until payment is received.
AUTHORIZATION FOR DIRECT PAYMENT - AUTOMATIC/ RECURRING PAYMENT PLAN
You authorize regularly scheduled payments to be made. Proof of payment will appear on your account. The authority you give to automatically charge your payment information on-file will remain in effect until you notify us in writing to terminate authorization. If for whatever reason, payments cannot be processed to your payment information on-file and your account balance remains overdue, your enrolment in classes will be canceled. Notification of a change to Credit Card number or other information must be given seven (7) business days in advance of payment date.
I authorize Spark Studios to initiate electronic payments for the balances due on my Spark Studios account, using the credit card I have given them. I understand that payments will be automatically made throughout the year for any balance due on my account. I understand that the payment amounts may vary if classes are added/dropped and as other charges/payments are applied to my account.
ADDITIONAL COSTS FOR RECITAL & TICKETS:
All students in the full season perform in our recital events. One event is held in December and the other in May/June. It is the family’s responsibility to purchase tickets to see the event. Families are not eligible to participate in recitals if there are any outstanding balances on their account. If the dancer is not able to participate in the recital a ‘Recital Opt Out’ form must be submitted more than 90 days in advance, failure to do so may result in a fee of $75.
COSTUMES: DAMAGED/UNRETURNED
Costumes will be rented out from Spark Studios to the student for each of their routines..
1. Costume Damages (Repairable): If a costume requires repairs or additional cleaning beyond our standard process, a cleaning/repair fee of up to $200 will be charged.
2. Costume Unreturned or Damaged Beyond Repair: If a costume is unreturned or damaged beyond repair, the account holder is responsible for the cost of replacing the entire inventory set, as the loss or damage of individual items renders the full set unusable as many items are no longer available for purchase or were custom made. If a single item cannot be replaced the cost to replace a full inventory set can range from $1,500 to $5,000, The price to replace that missing piece will be reflected in the fee associated with it. Should your child lose ANY items during the season we will assess this fee at the time that item is determined to be lost. By confirming this contract, you authorize your credit card to be charged and/or that you will make payment for all costume replacement fees.
CLASS TRANSFER POLICIES
Season length below is determined by start date of program to end date as listed by the studio
A withdrawal form must be complete in order to move forward with a withdrawal.
Costuming Change Fees - Associated with Class Transfers
For classes participating in a performance where Spark Studios supplies costumes. To accommodate the change in costuming for your dancer there could be a fee of $75-$250. This fee would depend on the timeframe of the transfer and the requirements of the costume company or costumes in stock.
Class Transfer - Full Season Programs (13+ Weeks )
1. 30 Day Clause: If you request to transfer from the class within 30 days of your date of registration no additional class transfer fees will be charged to your account.
2. After 30 Days: If your request to transfer from a class for any reason after 30 days since the date of registration, Spark Studios reserves the right to charge a transfer fee of $50/class or deny the transfer request.
Class Transfer - Short Sessions (12 Weeks or less)
1. 14 Day Clause: If you request to transfer from the class within 14 days of your date of registration no additional class transfer fees will be charged to your account.
2. After 14 Days: If your request to transfer from a class for any reason after 14 days since the date of registration, Spark Studios reserves the right to charge a transfer fee of $50/class or deny the transfer request.
Class Transfer - Summer Camps & Day Camps/Event/Workshops
1. 30 Day Clause: Transfers may occur if requested 30 days prior to the Summer Camp, Day Camp, Event, or Workshop.
2. After 30 Days: Transfers for any reason are not permitted within the 30 days prior to the Summer Camp, Day Camp, Event, or Workshop.
WITHDRAWAL POLICIES
Season length below is determined by start date of program to end date as listed by the studio.
A withdrawal form must be complete in order to move forward with a withdrawal.
Withdrawal - Full Season Programs (13+ Weeks )
1. Membership fee & tuition is non-refundable and any past due balances are still owed.
2. 30 Day Clause: If you request to withdraw from the class within 30 days of your date of registration no additional charges will be made to your account.
3. After 30 Days: If the request to withdraw from a class for any reason after 30 days since the date of registration, Spark Studios reserves the right to charge a withdrawal fee of $200 per registered class. Any future tuition payments would be stopped.
Withdrawal - Short Sessions (12 Weeks or less)
1. All tuition and membership fees are non-refundable.
Withdrawal - Summer Camps
1. All tuition and membership fees are non-refundable.
2. If withdrawing prior to April 15: 75% of tuition paid may be granted as a store credit.
Withdrawal - Day Camps/Event/Workshops
1. All tuition and membership fees are non-refundable.
ENROLMENT ROLL OVER
Automatic Enrollment:
Thirty (30) days before enrolment roll over, all current students will be automatically re-enrolled in their classes for the subsequent dance season at the prevailing rates. This action will result in the posting of the associated fees to your account; however, no charges will be processed at this time.
Review and Modifications:
Enrollees shall have thirty (30) days to access their account to review the details of their automatic enrollment. During this period, you may either decline the automatic enrollment or elect to transfer to an alternative class offerings. Failure to decline or make changes by the deadline will be interpreted as acceptance of the enrollment terms. Please be advised that declining enrollment will result in the forfeiture of the class placement and the applicable rate.
Fee Authorization:
On enrolment day (following the 30 day review period) the account on file will be charged the fees corresponding to the season. It is the responsibility of the enrollee to ensure that valid payment information is maintained to facilitate this transaction.
By signing below, you acknowledge, understand, and agree to the terms and conditions of this Rollover Enrollment Agreement as stated herein.