Liability
I/ We realize that participation in dance classes and activities could involve some possible personal injury. Despite precautions, accidents and injuries may occur. By signing this release form, I/We (the dancer and parent/guardian) assume all risk related to the use of any and all spaces used by American Dance Studios. I/We agree to release and hold harmless American Dance Studios including its owners, teachers, dancers, staff members, and facilities used by both entities from any cause of action, claims, or demands now and in the future. I/We will not hold American Dance Studios liable for any personal injury or any personal property damage, which may occur on the premises before, during or after classes, Furthermore, I/We agree to obey the class and facility rules and take full responsibility for my/our behavior in addition to any damage I/we may cause to the facilities utilized by American Dance Studios.
Communication
Communication is essential to success! The studio does communicate with students via email, text, and take home notices and through our Parent Facebook page as well as on our studio Facebook Page at: American Dance Studios of Edison. Please take time to read all information sent home. We value your privacy and will never give your personal contact information to a third party without your permission.
Missed Classes
Missed Classes and Make Ups: Attendance is crucial in the progress of the class and the dancer. Students need to consider their other activities/work schedules before making a commitment to dance it is there responsibility to attend regularly scheduled class. There will be no pro-rated tuition OR refunds given for missed classes.
Missed Classes
Missed Classes and Make Ups: Attendance is crucial in the progress of the class and the dancer. Students need to consider their other activities/work schedules before making a commitment to dance it is there responsibility to attend regularly scheduled class. There will be no pro-rated tuition OR refunds given for missed classes.
Closures
Scheduled Closures: The studio will be closed for many federal holidays, and 2 weeks between Christmas and New Years Holiday as well as a spring week and summer week in Aug end break. Your program tuition includes these closures.
Winter Weather Closures: The studio does not attach its closures to any local school district. In the event that a decision is made to close ADS due to inclement weather students will be notified by email and text; as well as announcements posted on our Facebook Page and Studio App. Your program tuition includes two snow days. Special arrangements will be made for" Make Ups" if we use more than our allotted snow days.
Uniforms and Student Care
Uniforms: With the exception of adult classes, all ADS students are expected to bring and wear a studio uniform to class. The use of a uniform increases the level of focus, organization, and professionalism in class. Loaner shoes and leotards will NOT be provided. Please DO NOT add a tutu to the leotard.
Studio: Street shoes are NOT to be worn in studios at any time. Only approved dance footwear. No food or beverages in studios.
Care of Students: The school is not responsible for providing before and after class care for students. Parents with students under the age of five may remain in the school during classes but not in the classroom with students. Students are not to be left at the school for excessive time before or after class. Students are not allowed to wait outside of the studio for pick-up after class; a parent must come in to get them. It is not safe to have a child wait outside especially in the evening. Parents please follow these rules.
Medical
Injuries: Parents, legal guardians of minor students and adult students waive the right to any legal action for any injury sustained on school property resulting from normal dance activity, disorderly conduct, or any other activity conducted by the students before, during or after class time. Parents are solely responsible for any and all costs, damages, and expenses incurred by them and/or their child as a result of any injury sustained from participation in any classes taken at American Dance Studios. ADS requests that each student enrolled consult with a physician with respect to any past or present illness or injury that may affect his/her participation in and ability to endure the exercise and/or dance program. Parents and/or students agree not to hold the studio, its staff and/or instructors responsible in any way for such injury.
I grant permission to the staff of American Dance Studio to take first aid or emergency measures as judged necessary for the care and protection of my child while under the supervision of the studio. In case of medical emergency, I understand that my child will be transported to an appropriate medical facility by the local emergency unit for treatment if the emergency deems it necessary. I understand that in some medical situations the staff will need to contact the emergency resource before the child's parent, physician and or other person acting on the parent's behalf. I also understand and agree that the child's parents or legal guardians shall be responsible for any expenses incurred
Recital
Recital Fee: Costume per class hour $70 (children)$75(adult), 2 tickets $40, Dvd/Download $35, Costumed Photo Portrait package $30. Recital Cast t-shirt $20, Syllabus Exam and Trophy $25. (Unlimited Preschool combo classes will be charged for 2 costumes only) These fees will be divided into 5 payments and deducted from February 1 thru June 1st along with tuition.
Because of Covid we will not be having a recital the season of 2020-2021.
Payment Terms
Tuition balance is Financed through American Dance Studios, LLC & collected through the STUDIO AUTOPAY Tuition Management Service. STUDIO AUTOPAY Tuition Management Service collects tuition from debit or any major credit card. If you choose not to use Studio Auto-Pay to finance tuition balance, tuition must be paid in full at the time of registration. A late fee of $25.00 will be levied on any balance not paid by the 5th day of each billing cycle. Any checks returned due to insufficient funds, closed accounts, or stop payment will receive a $35 charge to your account; All tuition, late fees and/or outstanding balances must be paid in full prior to the release of costumes and/or Performance tickets. Account balances must be paid in full before any student is permitted to perform in the Winter / Spring Performance.
Tuition is based on an Annual Contract, not monthly classes, upon signing agreement I understand that I am responsible for entire agreement total regardless of my class start date or classes missed. There are NO REFUNDS or CREDITS for dropped or missed classes, as well as no refunds of program down payments, installment payments, tuition payments made in full, costume payments or performance fees and tickets. These items are non-refundable or transferable.
Additional Costs: Students can expect to pay participation and costume fees for performances. These will vary depending on the performance and the program in which the student is currently enrolled.
Contract Agreements generally do not have opt-out options, so the billing party is responsible for the full terms of a Contract Agreement. American Dance Studios reserves the right to discontinue service if failure to pay becomes chronic or if the billing party fails to make a reasonable effort to contact American Dance Studios and remit monies owed. We have an ongoing contract agreement, which renews at the end of each term unless notified by client 15 Day's before start of new term. By signing authorization form I authorize the first and any subsequent ENROLLMENT DOWN PAYMENTS, TUITION PAYMENTS & COSTUME FEES to be charged to my credit card associated with my account.
Uniforms: With the exception of adult classes, all ADS students are expected to bring and wear a studio uniform to class. The use of a uniform increases the level of focus, organization, and professionalism in class. Loaner shoes and leotards will NOT be provided. Please DO NOT add a tutu to the leotard.
Studio: Street shoes are NOT to be worn in studios at any time. Only approved dance footwear. No food or beverages in studios.
Tuition will be posted to your Family account on the 25th of each month for the next Months tuition Fees.
Tuition will be deducted automatically on the first of the month. We accept all credit/debit cards as well as ach checking account debits. This is an annual tuition broken down into monthly payments. Missed classes are the responsibility of the student. They must be made up by attending comparable classes or forfeit that unit of instruction.
A $15 late fee will be assessed and deducted automatically after the 7th of the month if funds are not available on the due date of the 1st.
Any checks/bank drafts or Declined credit Cards that are returned/declined will be charged a $35 fee.
There are no refunds If a student discontinues mid- year they must pay a registration fee to re-register.
Students may discontinue classes at any time with a 2 week notice.
All video or photographs taken at our studio or events may be used for advertising or literature. This includes but is not limited to the studio, recital, competitions, workshops, conventions, fundraisers and travel performances. No compensation will be allotted for the use of these photographs or video tapes
