____________ Enrollment for all classes is by registration. Fee for registration is $50 per student. Registration goes August 2020 - July 2021. Accounts who have not pre-registered will be charged a registration fee on August 1st, 2020. Students will be accepted on a space available basis. Classes are limited and all classes are closed to enrollment once full or after February 1st, 2021 for Dance. Gymnastics Classes are year round.
__________ Starsteps is proud to offer an All- Inclusive pricing plan - a no hassle approach for busy families!
Your monthly payment includes everything you need for a full, wonderful dance/gymnastics experience. There are NO additional or hidden costs. The only difference is that we've done all the planning and math for you! Here's what's included:
- Tuition
- Recital Costume (dance students) - including tights & accessories, all in a custom garment bag.
- Recital/Showcase Fee - includes t-shirt, dress rehearsal and professionally produced recital at the JE Broyhill Civic Center/Showcase for Gymnastics Center will be located at the Gymnastics Center, keepsake medal
__________Some items are completely optional and considered 'a la carte'. These items are NOT
included in the above payment plan: class attire and shoes, registration fee ($50), additional Starsteps-wear, dance pictures, Wizard of Oz/Winter Spectacular/SDC Recital performance fee or tickets, etc.
__________ Refund/Pro-Rate Policy: Tuition is non-refundable. We do not pro-rate, as we have a very generous class makeup policy. Other items are non-refundable after the order has been placed.
_________ We hope that each student will complete the year, but if a student should discontinue classes a 30-day notice is required. A WITHDRAW FORM must be filled out in the office by the 5th of the month to stop the charge for the month. Any withdraw form completed after the 5th will be considered as of the first of the next month. Phone calls, texts, emails and verbal notices are not acceptable. Must see Michelle during her office hours and fill out form. Please also note effective (11/15/19) anyone who fills out a withdraw form must reenroll as a student to begin taking classes, a registration fee will need to be paid when enrolling.
_________ All tuition is to be paid either with cash, check or credit card. A $30 fee will be charged for returned checks. Tuition not paid by the 10th of the month will be charged a 10% late fee.
_________ Multiple child discounts of $35 per year are applied to the April tuition on the family account. This discount is for Children's Program and Traditional Classes only.
_________ Dancers who miss more than one class may choose to schedule a make up class in the appropriate age within 3 weeks of the absence. Please check in with the office so they can notify the teacher.
_________ Starsteps Dance Center follows the Caldwell County Schools' schedule for Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and Spring Break. Starsteps will not close for teacher workdays.
_________ Snow/Ice: If Caldwell County Schools are closed for snow/ice please call Starsteps, check the website, www.starstepsdc.com, or facebook for announcements regarding classes. If there is no message regarding weather, then classes will follow the schools decision.
_________ It is our belief that students work more productively when not observed. Teachers need the full attention of your child to teach effectively. We are proud of our teachers and teaching methods so parents may check on students through class viewing window at any time. Keep in mind not to distract or disrupt students during class. Please do not block hallway as classes are letting out because children can become scared or frightened in tight spaces.
_________ Students and parents of Starsteps Dance Center agree that SDC may take photos, video or audio recording of students in classes, community events, or public performances and that these materials may be used for display, promotion and/or advertising. This hereby waives any compensation for appearing in such material
RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK; AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
I represent that I understand the nature of this activity and that I am qualified, in good health and in proper physical condition to participate in such activity. I acknowledge that if I believe event conditions are unsafe or I am unable to safely perform any activity, I will immediately discontinue participation in the activity.
I understand and acknowledge that there is a risk of injury in dance and gymnastics activities and that personal injury or damage to property may result during participation in related activities. I represent that my dancer/gymnast is physically able to safely participate in dance/gymnastics and related activities. I agree to assume all risks associated with my child's participation in dance/gymnastics instruction, rehearsal, performances and related activities as well as myself and any person who is bringing my dancer/gymnast to and from class. In consideration of receiving dance/gymnastics instruction at Starsteps Dance/Gymnastics Center, I hereby waive, release and discharge all present and future claims and liabilities, of any kind, whether for bodily injury, property damage, or other loss ,arising out of my child's participation in dance/gymnastics and related activities, including but not limited to dance/gymnastics instruction, rehearsal, and performances, whether conducted on or off Starsteps premises. I also acknowledge that I am responsible for delivering my child to the studio/gym and picking him/her up and that the studio/gym is not responsible for a child that leaves the premises. If parent or Emergency Contact cannot be reached in case of an emergency, consent is given for my child to receive medical or surgical care as recommended by the physician or hospital.
I further acknowledge, understand, appreciate and agree that my participation may result in possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases, including, but not limited to, MRSA, Influenza, and COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks, both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the releasees or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation and exposure.
I hereby release, discharge, and covenant not to sue your business, it's administrators, directors, agents, officers, volunteers, employees, contractors, other participants, any sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of the premises on which the activity takes place, (each considered one of the "RELEASEES" herein) from all liability, claims, demands, losses, damages, on my account caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in party by the negligence of the RELEASEES or otherwise, including negligent rescue operations and further agree that if, despite this release, waiver of liability, and assumption of risk, I or anyone on my behalf, makes a claim against any of the RELEASEES, I will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless each of the RELEASEES from any loss, liability, damage, or cost, which any may incur as the result of such a claim.
I have read the RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, and I understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it and have signed it freely and without any inducement or assurance of any nature and intend it to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law. I agree that if any portion of this Agreement is held to be invalid, the balance, notwithstanding, shall continue in full force and effect.
Printed name of participant(s) _________________________________________________
PARENTAL CONSENT: I, hereby covenant and promise that I am the minor's parent and/or legal guardian, and on behalf of myself and the minor, understand the nature of the above referenced activities and the minor's experience and capabilities and believe the minor to be qualified to participate in such activity. I further understand the risk of exposure to injury and/or infectious diseases, for myself and my child, as a participant, spectator at events, classes or our presence at the facility. I hereby release, discharge, covenant not to sue and AGREE TO DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS each of the RELEASEES from all liability, claims, demands, losses or damages on the minor's or my account caused or alleged to have been caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise, including, but not limited to injury, negligent rescue operations, and/or exposure to infectious diseases and I further agree that if, despite this release, I, the minor, or anyone on the minor's behalf makes a claim against any of the above RELEASEES, I WILL DEFEND, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS each of the RELEASEES from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss liability, damage, or cost which any RELEASEE may incur as the result of any such claim.
I have read this release, understand it, and hereby agree to its terms. I also consent to photography and recording of my child for its usage in promotional and public relations activities including Starsteps social media pages. All recordings are the property of Starsteps Dance Center.
Printed Name of Parent/Legal Guardian: ________________________________________________________________________
Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian: ______________________________________________________Date: _______________________________