Release of Liability
I hereby acknowledge and assume all risk, chance, hazard, or injury associated with the individual and/or minor child's participation in any and all activities as a student enrolled at Distinct Dance Center, LLC. (DDC) I do hereby, for my child, myself and any or either of our heirs, administrators, executors, guardians, representatives, next of kin, forever hold harmless Distinct Dance Center, LLC, its employees, agents, representatives, and its owner/director/choreographer, Christa Clement Sevin, and/or her respective representatives, and employees for any and all claims of negligence for any injuries or property damage that may result from the individual and/or the minor child's participation in any and all activities at Distinct Dance Center, LLC and/or as a student of Distinct Dance Center, LLC, including but not limited to studio classes, studio rehearsals, dance recitals, competitions, conventions, private lessons, and the like.
COVID-19 Assumption of Risk & Waiver
The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is believed to spread mainly from person to person contact. As a result, federal, state, and local governments and federal and state health agencies recommend social distancing and have, in mainly locations, prohibited congregations of groups of people.
DISTINCT DANCE CENTER LLC (DDC) has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, DDC cannot guarantee that you or your child(ren) will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending DDC could increase your risk and your child(ren)'s risk of contracting COVID-19.
By signing this agreement, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that my child(ren) and I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending DDC and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at DDC may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others, including, but not limited to, DDC employees, volunteers, and program participants and their families.
I voluntarily agree to assume all of the foregoing risks and accept sole responsibility for any injury to my child(ren) or myself (including, but not limited to personal injury, disability, and death), illness, damage, loss, claim, liability, or expense of any kind, that I or my child(ren) may experience or incur in connection with my child(ren)'s attendance at DDC or participation in DDC classes. On my behalf, and on behalf of my child(ren), I hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless DDC , its employees, agents, and representatives, of and from the Claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs of expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto. I understand and agree that this release includes any Claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of DDC, its employees, agents, and representatives, whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before, during, or after participation in any DDC program, class or event.
I agree to not enter DDC for at least 2 weeks (and keep children/participants under age of 18 home) if I/they show any symptoms related to COVID-19 (or if exposed to anyone with symptoms of COVID-19 in the last 2 weeks) including (but not limited to): Fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, or diarrhea. I understand that monthly tuition is not prorated for any reason.
I agree to follow all the DDC Safety and Health Guidelines and Procedures as stated by DDC.
Risks
I understand that there are risks of physical injury associated with, arising out of, and inherent to dancing. These risks include the potential for slips and falls, sprains, strains, dislocations, soft tissue injuries, musculoskeletal injuries, podiatric conditions, and other risks not specified here.
Understanding these risks and the potential for others not listed, I agree to personally accept and assume all of the risks present in my and my child's participation at DDC. My and/or my child's participation at DDC is entirely voluntary, and I (we) choose to participate in spite of the risks.
Dance education sometimes requires hands-on instruction as well as verbal instruction. Instructors may correct dancers by touching their arms, legs, feet, hips, back and head to move them in the correct position. I acknowledge that this is a common standard in dance instruction and understand that it is my responsibility to communicate clearly with my child's teacher and/or the director if any form of touch is unacceptable to me.
Medical Emergencies
I attest and verify that I and/or my child are free from all illnesses, injuries or defects and am physically fit and sufficiently able to participate in all activities associated with dance lessons, rehearsals, competitions, events or activities organized or sponsored by Distinct Dance Center, LLC. I understand that DDC does not assume any responsibility for or obligation to provide financial or other assistance in the event of injury or illness, including but not limited to medical, health, or disability insurance or support. I authorize DDC to obtain necessary medical or dental treatment, including first aid, ambulance transport, hospitalization, or such other care necessary for my or my child's health and welfare in an emergency. If my insurance does not cover emergency treatment that is deemed necessary and sought for me or my child by DDC, I agree to be responsible for and pay all costs incurred on my or my child's behalf. I release and discharge DDC from any claim which may arise on account of any first aid, treatment, or service rendered in connection with my or my child's participation in DDC activities or with the decision by any representative or agent of DDC to consent to medical or dental treatment on my or my child's behalf in an emergency.
I understand that DDC does not carry or maintain health, medical, dental, or disability insurance coverage for any participant. I agree to take responsibility for full payment of any emergency medical or dental costs related to my or my child's DDC participation regardless of whether I have insurance coverage.
Fees
I understand that fees may be posted to my account when I register for classes. I understand that fees, Multiple Student and/or Multiple Class discounts will be posted to my account after the registration form has been received and will be in accordance with the discounts and fees set forth by Distinct Dance Center. I understand that monthly tuition due and owing according to the Distinct Dance Center, LLC handbook is due the 1st of every month and tuition is not prorated for holidays or for classes cancelled due to emergencies, such as bad weather. All accounts must be in current standing. Registration and tuition fees are non-refundable.
NSF fee: A $35 fee will be assessed for all returned checks or ACH payments.
Late Fee: A $15 late fee will be assessed on the 7th if monthly tuition is not received on or before the first.
Costume Fees: Fees are divided into 2 equal payments of the total amount due. Payment due dates are listed in the Distinct Dance Center, LLC Handbook and on the Distinct Dance Center website. Costumes will NOT be ordered if payment in full has not been received. No exceptions. Costume fees are non-refundable.
Recital Fee: The recital fee is due April 1 and is non-refundable.
Payment Policies
Monthly tuition is due on the first of each month. If tuition payment is not received on the first, a $15 late fee will be assessed to your account. All other fees, such as costume and recital, are due as stated in the Distinct Dance Center, LLC handbook.
I am aware that my account needs to be in current standing. If not, my child may not attend any classes or rehearsals until my account is current.
IF APPLICABLE: You may choose to have fees paid by credit card or automatic bank draft (ACH). If you choose either of these methods, you hereby authorize Distinct Dance Center, LLC to charge your credit card and/or initiate debits to the account provided by you. Distinct Dance Center, LLC is also authorized to make credits to this account in the event that a debit entry is made in error Furthermore, you agree not to hold Distinct Dance Center , LLC responsible for any delay or loss of funds due to incorrect or incomplete information supplied by the customer or by its financial institution or due to an error on the part of its financial institution in depositing funds to its account. Monthly recurring charges (tuition) will be initiated on the first of the month. If the due date falls on the weekend or a holiday, the ACH will run on the next business day. If payment is returned NSF, a $35 fee will be assessed to your account. I understand that if my first method of payment is not successful, I will promptly submit payment by another means to Distinct Dance Center, LLC including a $15 late fee.
Withdrawal: Students wishing to withdraw from a class may not just stop coming to class. Written notification signed by a parent or guardian MUST be received prior to the start of the next month. If notification is not received by that time, you are responsible for that month's tuition. Date of withdrawal is the date received and accepted by Distinct Dance Center, LLC.
- Please note when dropping classes, costume fees are non-refundable. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Distinct Dance Center, LLC reserves the right to terminate classes to any student without notice.
Photo / Video Release
I understand that Distinct Dance Center, LLC may take photo and video recordings of me or my child during participation in DDC classes and activities. I convey to DDC full rights and interest in these recordings. I understand such recordings may be used in advertising or other published materials, physical or virtual. I hereby grant permission to use any photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, recordings or any other record of activities of dance lessons, rehearsals, competitions or any event or activity organized or sponsored by DDC for any legitimate purpose. All photographs, motion pictures, videotapes, compact disks, DVDs, recordings or other submissions taken by or given to DDC shall be property of DDC.
Miscellaneous
While a participant at DDC, I agree to abide by any rules, codes, and policies that are put in place by DDC before or at any time during my participation. If I have questions or concerns regarding any policies or decisions made by any representative of DDC, I agree to bring them promptly and specifically to the director's attention.
Receipt and Understanding
I hereby state that I have read and understand the fees, rules, schedules, guidelines, policies, important dates, and procedures as detailed on the Distinct Dance Center website and in the Handbook. I agree with its principles and application. I fully support Distinct Dance Center, LLC in the implementation of these policies. I certify that I have full legal authority to sign this release on behalf of my minor child.
