Policy Waiver


Apr 18, 2024 10:49 AM


THRIVE DANCE STUDIO INC. WAIVER + STUDIO POLICY AGREEMENT

This waiver is in correlation with Thrive Dance Studio’s “Information Package”.
I have read and understand the information package.

COMMUNICATION
(Refer to page 5 of Information Package for more info)

I understand that the primary means of communication at Thrive is via email and have provided Thrive Dance Studio with my email address. Should I need to correspond with Thrive for any reason, I acknowledge that I can contact them by phone (778-366-0796), email (thrivedancestudio@gmail.com), or visit the studio during regular office hours.


ATTENDANCE + TARDINESS
(Refer to page 5 of Information Package for more info)

Attendance is taken at each class. Good attendance is imperative, as absences and tardiness can hold back the entire class. Please make every effort to have your child attend and be on time to every class. Should your child be absent for any reason, we ask that you email thrivedancestudio@gmail.com informing the secretarial staff before their class.
(Refer to page 5 of Information Package for more info)

FEES + POLICIES FOR SERVICES RENDERED
(Refer to page 6 of Information Package for more info)

I understand that upon registering for Thrive I am required to pay a non-refundable registration fee of $37.50.
All tuition payments will be regularly processed on the 1st unless the 1st lands on a Saturday, Sunday, or Holiday. Monthly tuition rates remain the same, whether it is a Long (5 class) or short (3 class) month including June recital month. There will be no monthly statements sent out unless you have a balance on account. There is no discount for classes missed or absences.
I agree to pay Thrive Dance Studio for services rendered (e.g. the teaching of dance lessons) according to the charges outlined in the Thrive tuition rates document and this form.
I understand that if an NSF or decline occurs on a monthly cheque or credit card, that I will be advised of my outstanding balance plus charged a $30.00 NSF fee. This will be due immediately with my unprocessed tuition fees.
To drop a class after initial registration, I will notify the office staff via email. I understand that this will be considered my 30 days notice. Payments are processed on the 1st of each month so notice received anytime after that date will be applied to the following month.

I hereby agree and give permission to Thrive Dance Studio to automatically charge my credit card or deposit post dated cheque for monthly fees owed on the pre-assigned dates that are outlined. I have read and understand the studio’s policy regarding NSF and declined payments and agree to abide by them. In the event of a Decline chargeback, I hereby authorize the studio to electronically reprocess/charge my payment for the amount owing plus the $30.00 Decline fee. In the event of a NSF chargeback, I hereby authorize the studio to charge my account for the owing amount plus a $30.00 NSF and agree to make a cash payment immediately to bring my account up to date. I agree to abide by the 30 days notice policy and understand that it is my responsibility to notify the office of any change in payment or withdrawal by email.



SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP + FEES
(Refer to page 7 of Information Package for more info)

Thrive Dance Society is a non-profit organization that works alongside Thrive Dance Studio Inc. I understand that to participate in classes at Thrive Dance Studio Inc. I must become a Thrive Society member. I acknowledge that this Membership Fee (of $0.75) is taken from my paid registration fee.
A Media Fee of $40.00 is required upon registration. This is a non-refundable fee if a student withdraws from classes after a full month of participation.
The society subsidizes Costume Fees to $10.00 per non-competitive class per student. Ballet students participate in two production shows and therefore will pay $20 fee for their two costumes.
Thrive Dance Society requires a commitment of 4 hours of volunteer work, or a payment of $200 annual fee in lieu of volunteer hours. Should your hours not be completed prior to the last performance or class date, you will be notified by email to notify you that your cheque will be deposited/credit card charged by August 1st.
I hereby agree and give permission to Thrive Dance Society to charge my credit card or deposit post dated cheques for the society fees outlined and explained at the time of registration. Including a $10.00 costume fee for every class the Participant is registered in performing in a recital (or $20 if ballet student), and a $40.00 media fee (per family) put towards the costs of producing professional footage of all Thrive Dance performances. I hereby agree to complete the required 4 hours of volunteer work for Thrive Dance Society by the end of the year. I have read and understand the studio’s policy regarding society fees and volunteer hours and agree to abide by them. In the event I do not complete the volunteer hours, I hereby give permission to Thrive Dance Society to charge my credit card or deposit the post dated cheque of $200.00 in lieu of incomplete volunteer hours.

I understand that while I am a member in good standing, (defined as no outstanding debts and not in breach of any conditions outlined herein) I am a full voting member of the Thrive Dance Society, and as such will endeavour to attend Annual General Meetings and other meetings convened as necessary throughout the year.


UNIFORM + LOGOWEAR
(Refer to page 9 of Information Package for more info)

Specific Thrive logo wear and/uniforms are required for all Thrive Dance Inc. classes. This includes ballet attire in all ballet classes as well as appropriate footwear for each different style of dance. I understand that it is my responsibility to purchase and/or order the required attire either from a local dance shop or (if Thrive Logowear) ordered at Thrive Office.

Assumption of Risk
I, the undersigned parent or guardian of a minor child (“the participant”) or are the participant himself, who desires to participate in dance classes and performances offered and organized by Thrive Dance Studio Inc. and Thrive Dance Society, hereby acknowledge that I am aware that there are significant risks associated with participation in such dance classes and performances. This includes, without limitation, the risk of serious bodily injury or death. On behalf of myself, my spouse and participant, and our respective heirs, administrators, representatives and successors, I willingly assume such risks. Further, I hereby represent that Participant has no physical or mental disability or impairment or any illness that will endanger participant or others.

Waiver and Release
I, the undersigned parent or guardian of the Participant, for myself, my spouse and participant and our respective heirs, administrators, representatives and successors, hereby waive the right to bring any claim or suit and hereby voluntarily release and discharge Thrive Dance Studio Inc., it’s owners; (Krystal Morrison and Natalie Kohan), employees, independent contractors, agents, insurers and Thrive Dance Society from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, liabilities, damages, costs or expenses (referred to herein collectively as “Claims or Losses”) arising out of, relating to or in any way connected with participant’s participation in the Studio’s dance classes and performances, including, without limitation, any claims or losses for personal injury, wrongful death or property damage allegedly arising out of the negligent acts or omissions of the Studio’s owner(s),Thrive Dance Society, employees, independent contractors or other agents.

Consent to Emergency Medical and Dental Treatment
I, the undersigned parent or guardian of the participant, hereby authorize the Thrive Dance Studio Inc. and its owners, employees, independent contractors and other agents to consent to and authorize the emergency medical treatment of the Participant by a physician or paramedic. I understand that this Consent to Emergency Medical and Dental Treatment will be used by the Studio only if it is unable to reach me within a reasonable period of time given the circumstances of the emergency.

I understand that in the event of accidental injury, all efforts will be made by staff to contact first, parents/guardians, and second, emergency contacts, who may act as my proxy in care decisions for my child. If all contact efforts are unsuccessful, I agree that my child may be transported by ambulance or private vehicle to the nearest medical facility as deemed appropriate by the teaching staff. I agree to be responsible for any costs related to such transport or treatment.

On behalf of myself, my spouse and participant, I forever release Thrive Dance Studio Inc. and its owners, employees, independent contractors, other agents and Thrive Dance Society from any and all liability related to the exercise of the authorization provided herein.

LIABILITY WAIVER
In consideration of Thrive Dance Studio Inc. accepting me as a guest of the studio. I hereby release and discharge the studio, and all of their servants, agents, contractors, or employees, including but not limited to any and all of the instructors of any and all dance and exercise classes offered by Thrive Dance Studio. I will hold Thrive Dance Studio Inc. blameless for any and all actions or causes of actions, claims damages, demands by me and/or by my heirs, executors, administrators or assigns, for upon, or by reason of any damage, loss, or injury (including death) to my person or property which may be sustained as a consequence of my attending at or participation in any and all of the programs, or any other activity connected with Thrive Dance Studio. Notwithstanding any such damage, loss or injury (including death) may have arisen by reason of the negligent acts or omissions of Thrive Dance Studio, and any and all of their servants, agents, contractors or employees, including but not limited to any and all of the instructors of the Programs. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, I further release Thrive Dance Studio, and any and all of their servants, agents, contractors or employees, including but not limited to any and all of the instructors of the programs, from any recourse which I may now or hereafter have resulting from any decision of Thrive Dance Studio, and any and all of their servants, agents, contractors or employees, including but not limited to any and all of the instructors of the Programs.

PHOTO/MEDIA RELEASE
I grant permission to Thrive Dance Studio Inc. and its agents or employees, to use photographs of me, or the minor named below for use in studio publications including brochures, newspapers, instagram, twitter, facebook and the Thrive Dance Studio Website at www.thrivedance.ca. I grant Thrive Dance Studio Inc. the unrestricted right to use and publish photograph or video footage taken of me while participating in dance class, performing or in the company of Thrive Dance Studio Inc. I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from the use of my photograph, and if signing on behalf of a minor named below, I waive all such rights of the minor named below. I agree on my own behalf or on behalf of the minor child named below, to release and hold harmless Thrive Dance Studio Inc. and its agents or employees from any claims arising from the related use of the photographs. I acknowledge that by signing this form I give Thrive Dance Studio Inc. full copyright and authority to publish photography and I agree to the terms listed above.



PARENT OR GUARDIAN SIGNATURES
By signing below I acknowledge that I have read and understand all of the above information within this document and the coordinating “Information Package” previously sent.