We, the staff of Gym Kids, Inc., recognize our obligation to make our students, parents, and guardians aware of the risk and hazards associated with gymnastics, tumbling, cheerleading, dance, physical conditioning and even "Parent/child or Guardian/child supervision" of preschoolers at Gym Kids, Inc. Gym Kids Inc. students and even supervising parents may suffer injuries, possibly minor, serious, or catastrophic in nature. Gymnastics, tumbling, dance, stretching, cheerleading, stunting, running, jumping, sprinting, physical conditioning, trampoline exercise as well as walking on the uneven surfaces and participation in parent child classes can be dangerous and can lead to injury. Parents should be aware and make their children aware of the possibility of injury and encourage their children to follow all written, posted and verbal safety rules, progressions, and Gym Kids, Inc. coaches' instructions.
Gym Kids, Inc., its coaches and other staff members, will not accept responsibility for injuries sustained by any student or parent during the course of gymnastics or cheerleading instruction classes, tumbling, dance, conditioning, exercise, cheerleading, stunting, running, open gyms, or in the course of any exhibition, competition, or clinic or while traveling to or from any event. I fully understand that the Gym Kids, Inc. staff members are not physicians or medical practitioners of any kind.
With the above in mind, and being fully aware of and appreciating the risks and possibility of injury involved including the risk of catastrophic injury, paralysis, and even death, as well as other damages and losses associated with participation or supervision in gymnastics, tumbling, cheerleading, stunting, open gym, exhibition, activities, clinic, or competition, in which he or she may participate or while traveling to or from any event, I consent to have my child/ren participate in the programs offered by Gym Kids, Inc.
I hereby release Gym Kids, Inc. and Gym Kids staff members to render temporary first aid to my child/ren in the event of any injury or illness, and if deemed necessary by the Gym Kids, Inc. staff members to seek medical help, or call a doctor, including transportation by a Gym Kids staff member and/or its representatives, whether paid or volunteer, to any healthcare facility or hospital, or the calling of an ambulance for said child should it be deemed necessary.
I, my executors or other representatives, agree that Gym Kids, Inc. and the sponsor of any Gym Kids, Inc. event, along with the employees, agents, officers, and directors of these organizations shall not be liable for any losses or damages occurring as a result of my or my child's participation, except where such loss or damage is the result of the intentional or reckless conduct of one of the organizations or individuals identified above. I, my executors or other representatives waive and release all rights and claims for damages that I or my child may have against Gym Kids, Inc. and/or its representatives whether paid or volunteer.
I also affirm that I now have and will continue to provide proper hospitalization, health, and accident insurance coverage which I consider adequate for both my child's protection and my own protection. I also understand that it is the parent's responsibility to warn children about the dangers of competitive sport and injury potential. I will remind my child of the dangers before every practice and competition according to what the parent feels as appropriate. Gym Kids, Inc. will warn the child through repeated verbal "Safety Messages" and our teaching style and progressions.
As legal parent or guardian of this athlete, I hereby verify by my signature below that I fully understand and accept each of the above conditions for permitting my child to participate in classes, events, competitions, and activities conducted by Gym Kids, Inc.
Gym Kids, Inc. is committed to provide the best learning environment for each and every student. The following "Rules & Policies" are written to indicate the enrollment periods, customer conduct, and assure efficient management so that each child can receive safe and effective instruction.
Tuition payments
Monthly tuition payments are due by the 20th day of the previous month. For example, the February tuition is due by January 20th. Each payment covers one month regardless of how many classes fall into that month. The occasional 5th week of the month will count as a make up toward holidays that fall on week days. Students will not be allowed to class with over due tuition.
Preferred payment method is the monthly electronic payments from your bank account to the Gym Kids, Inc. account. The E payment set up need to be done with your bank. You will need Gym Kids, Inc.'s banking information, and the date of withdrawal. Our usual payment methods are still available; cash, check or money order. We do not accept credit or debit cards at this time. Penalty for returned checks is $35.
Withdrawals
Tuition payments for classes are paid monthly. If for any reason the family decides to discontinue a class, simply email to gymkidsinc@gmail.com by the 20th of the month prior to withdrawal, and we will remove your child from the class. However, tuition payment will be due if we do not receive your withdrawal notice by due date.
Credit / Refunds
We do not offer credit and/or refunds for cancelled classes due to holiday, vacation, illness, weather or any other reason. Gym Kids, Inc. does not issue refunds.
New students may sign up at any time during the year, and receive a pro-rated tuition fee for the balance of the current month. Gym Kids Inc. is unable to guarantee availability of a child's space without payment!
Make-Up Policy
Students are expected to attend their weekly scheduled classes. As a courtesy we allow one make-up per month. You must contact Andrea by email @ gymkidsinc@gmail.com before your child's scheduled class to inform of your child not attending to receive the make up class. Make-up must be scheduled within four weeks of the missed class. There are no make-ups for missed make-up classes. No credits or refunds will be given for classes not made up.
Uniforms/Attire
For hygienic and safety reasons, bare feet, stockings and street shoes are not allowed in the gym. Each student must wear clean, white gymnastics shoes for class. No jewelry, hoop earrings, jeans, belts, buckles permitted. Hair must be tied away from the face. The gym's cold weather temperature is set at 65 degrees. In cold weather children should wear sweats over their leotards. Warm-up gear may be removed as necessary. Gym shoes may not be worn outside. Valuables & other items should not be brought to the class. Gym Kids Inc. is not responsible for any lost/missing items.
Classes will start and be dismissed on time. For your child's safety, do not drop-off or pick-up students more than 5 minutes before and after their class. Please have children gather for class in designated student waiting room area. Gym Kids instructors are unable and can not accept responsibility for children who are dropped off early and not picked-up on time (unless it is previously arranged by the parent).
Food, drinks and gum are not permitted in the waiting room and within the gym.
Parents & visitors are generally distracting to young children in class and interfere with instruction. Parents will remain in waiting area and refrain from making any communication with children during classes. For safety reasons, (1) Do not attempt to communicate to your child while they are in class; (2) Siblings are not permitted in the instructional area at any time; (3) Children are not authorized to play in the gym or on equipment before or after any class or party.
Electronics
For the privacy of our students and their families, no photographing and/or recording is allowed on Gym Kids, Inc. premises. The use of electronics are not permitted for students during class time, to include cell phones.
Membership & Participation
Gym Kids, Inc. reserves the right to cancel a student's membership at any time. Disruptive and / or potentially dangerous children will be removed from class until they are able to safely participate.
Office Hours by appointment or email questions to Andrea @ GymKidsinc@gmail.com. Mail box may be used for dropping off payment and/or correspondence. Gym Kids, Inc. reserves the right to change Rules & Policies, tuition fees and / or schedule.
