Assumption of Risk
I HEREBY ASSUME ALL OF THE RISKS OF PARTICIPATING IN ANY/ALL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT, including by way of example and not limitation, any risks that may arise from negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities being released, from dangerous or defective equipment or property owned, maintained, or controlled by them, or because of their possible liability without fault.
I certify that I am physically fit, have sufficiently prepared or trained for participation in this activity, and have not been advised to not participate by a qualified medical professional. I certify that there are no health-related reasons or problems which preclude my participation in this activity.
I acknowledge that this Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form will be used by the event holders, sponsors, and organizers of the activity in which I may participate, and that it will govern my actions and responsibilities at said activity.
In consideration of my application and permitting me to participate in this activity, I hereby take action for myself, my executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assigns as follows:
(A) I WAIVE, RELEASE, AND DISCHARGE from any and all liability, including but not limited to, liability arising from the negligence or fault of the entities or persons released, for my death, disability, personal injury, property damage, property theft, or actions of any kind which may hereafter occur to me including my traveling to and from this activity, THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES OR PERSONS: Tribu Language School and/or their directors, officers, employees, volunteers, representatives, and agents, and the activity holders, sponsors, and volunteers;
(B) INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE the entities or persons mentioned in this paragraph from any and all liabilities or claims made as a result of participation in this activity, whether caused by the negligence of release or otherwise.
I acknowledge that Tribu Language School and their directors, officers, volunteers, representatives, and agents are NOT responsible for the errors, omissions, acts, or failures to act of any party or entity conducting a specific activity on their behalf.
I acknowledge that this activity may involve a test of a person's physical and mental limits and carries with it the potential for death, serious injury, and property loss. The risks include, but are not limited to, those caused by terrain, facilities, temperature, weather, condition of participants, equipment, vehicular traffic, lack of hydration, and actions of other people including, but not limited to, participants, volunteers, monitors, and/or producers of the activity. These risks are not only inherent to participants, but are also present for volunteers.
I hereby consent to receive medical treatment which may be deemed advisable in the event of injury, accident, and/or illness during this activity.
I understand while participating in this activity, I may be photographed. I agree to allow my photo, video, or film likeness to be used for any legitimate purpose by the activity holders, producers, sponsors, organizers, and assigns.
The Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form shall be construed broadly to provide a release and waiver to the maximum extent permissible under applicable law.
I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT AND I SIGN IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.
Release of Liability
Tribu Language School, their agents, employees or administrators will not assume any liability. By participating in, or authorizing participation in, this program in any way whatsoever you hereby release and hold harmless expressly and forever Tribu Language School, their instructors, employees, agents, and consultants from any and all liability, for any claim, demand, injury, expense, damage, action or cause of action arising out of or
connected with the services or facilities of these entities, including those arising from acts of active or passive negligence.
Payment Policies
Policies and Procedures
Schedule Changes
Please notify us in writing of any desired schedule changes.
Tuition and Fees
Tribu Language School offers open enrollment so you may register for classes at any time. If a student begins lessons in the middle of the month we will prorate for the number of lessons remaining before the beginning of the first full month. The first payment will be charged on the day the classes are scheduled. All remaining payments will be charged on the 1st of the month. If payment is not made by the 3rd of the month, the card on file will be charged.
The tuition and registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Declined Payment Fee/ Late Fee
A $30 fee will be charged for all declined payments. A $25 late fee will be charged if payment is not made by the 5th of the month.
Delinquent Accounts
Tribu Language School reserves the right to suspend or discontinue instruction of any student who is delinquent in fulfilling his/her financial obligations at any time.
Dismissal
Tribu Language School reserves the right to dismiss any student due to frequent absences, disciplinary problems, overdue tuition payments and/or parental noncompliance with Tribu Language School policies.
Insufficient Class Enrollment/Cancellation
If any class has insufficient enrollment Tribu Language School reserves the right to cancel the course or to offer the class with an adjusted tuition rate, length and/or number of class meetings.
School Closings - Inclement Weather
In the event of inclement weather, Tribu Language School makes decisions regarding closures independently of local school districts. Tribu Language School will set aside designated dates for inclement weather make up lessons. If you are not able to attend, these lessons will be forfeited.
Withdrawal Policy
There is no long -term contract. To discontinue lessons and suspend automatic charges please notify the office in writing one full month prior to the first of the month. Notice given to the instructor only (verbally or otherwise) and non-attendance does not constitute withdrawal from lessons. If one full month withdrawal notice is not provided, the tuition and fees for the entire month are due and payable.
Make up lessons/student absences
It is the responsibility of the student or parent to notify the office for any absences at least 24 hours prior to the lesson time as a courtesy to our teachers. No refunds will be provided for missed lessons.
No make up lessons will be provided for group classes however students may choose to attend a similar class depending on availability.
Child Safety
To ensure your child's safety, children will not be allowed to wait in the reception area unattended. Please plan to arrive at least five minutes prior to the end of your child's lesson time in order to pick up your child promptly. Tribu Language School faculty and staff do not supervise children waiting in the reception area before and/or after classes/lessons. Children are under supervision during their instruction time only. Neither instructors nor administrators are responsible for supervising children outside of teaching time.
Only enrolled students and their parents may attend class sessions. In order to maintain an orderly and effective classroom atmosphere, no additional family members are allowed. Guests may be invited by permission of the teacher or administrator only.
Release
Any photographs, audio or videos of students or families on Tribu Language School facilities and events may be used in promotional publications, website or press releases. There will be no compensation for the release. If for any reason you do not want your child to participate please notify us in writing.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Tribu Language School complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination in the conduct of its operations and programs. Tribu Language School admits students of any religion, race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
It does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies or programs.
COVID Liability Waiver
COVID-19 WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
Outlet: 31344 Via Colinas Suite 106
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Owner: Angela Pena
IN CONSIDERATION for being permitted to participate in Tribu Language School classes provided by owner Angela Pena at the outlet, I, on behalf of myself and all persons and entities claiming and represent that I have inspected and carefully considered the outlet, the outlet premises, supplies and facilities, and I find and accept the same as being safe and reasonably suited for my use and/ or participation in classes at the outlet.
I acknowledge that the novel coronavirus ("COVID-19") is a global pandemic and that infections have been confirmed throughout the United States and Internationally, including in the state in which the Outlet is located. I further understand and acknowledge that the President of the United States declared that the outbreak of COVID-19 in the United States constitutes a national emergency. Further, the state in which the Outlet is located declared a State of Emergency because of COVID-19.
I understand and acknowledge that Tribu Language School cannot guarantee my safety or immunity from infection. There is no known vaccination for COVID-19. The mode by which COVID-19 is transmitted or how long it remains on surfaces or in the air is not entirely known. I fully understand, acknowledge and appreciate these facts and the uncertainty of the virus and how it may impact my health. I knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks associated directly or indirectly with participating in any activity at the Outlet, including classes, traveling to and from the Outlet, entering and existing the Outlet premises, using equipment at the Outlet, interacting with other persons at or around the Outlet, and/or using facilities within the Outlet premises, including restrooms. With this understanding, I knowingly and voluntarily waive and release the Owner Angela Pena, the Outlet, Tribu, and/or their respective employees, volunteers (collectively, the "Releasees"), from any and all present and future claims of any type, including for any harm or loss, economic loss, personal injury, disease, death and property damage suffered by me. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless, and covenant not to sue, the Releases for any personal injury, death, medical expenses, disability, loss of capacity, property damage, court costs, attorneys' fees, and/or other loss, including arising out of or related, whether directly or indirectly, to any Voluntary Activity.
I represent and attest that:
1. I am not experiencing any symptoms of illness. I do not have a fever or cough and am not experiencing shortness of breath. If I develop any of these symptoms, or if I have a suspected or diagnosed case of COVID-19, I agree that I will not attend or participate in any class at the Outlet, or otherwise enter or be physically present at the Outlet.
2. I agree to follow any and all safety protocols that have been or will be implemented by Owner, including those that are posted at the Outlet and those that are sent to me electronically including by text message, SMS and/or email, as well as those posted on the website for the Outlet. I acknowledge that the Owner may change these protocols at any time and I agree to abide by any and all such changes.
3. I do not believe that I have been exposed to a person with a confirmed or suspected case of COVID-19.
4. I have not been diagnosed with COVID-19 and not yet cleared as non-contagious by state or local public health authorities.
5. I am and will continue to follow recommended guidelines as much as possible, including practicing social distancing, trying to maintain separation of six feet from others, and otherwise limiting by exposure to COVID-19.
6. I will not visit or use the Outlet services and/or programs of the Outlet within 14 days after (i) returning from a highly impacted area subject to a CDC Level 3 Travel Health Notice, (ii) exposure to any person returning from areas subject to a CDC Level 3 Travel Health Notice, and/or (iii) exposure to any person who has a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. I agree to regularly check the CDC Travel Health Notices including those listed at the following site: (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html) before using the Outlet, attending classes at the Outlet, or otherwise participating in services and/or programs available at the Outlet.
7. I agree to notify the Owner Angela Pena immediately if I believe that I am experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19 and/or if I have a suspected or diagnosed case of COVID-19.
I fully understand and appreciate both the known and potential dangers of using the Outlet, its facilities services and programs and acknowledge that the use thereof by me may, despite the Owner's Angela Pena reasonable efforts to mitigate such dangers, result in exposure to COVID-19, which could result in quarantine requirements, serious illness, disability and/or death.
I expressly and knowingly waive all rights under California Civil Code Section 1542, which provides: "A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party."
I agree that the foregoing COVID-19 WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by applicable law and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance will, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.
I HAVE CAREFULLY READ AND VOLUNTARILY SIGN THIS ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE, AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT AND FURTHER AGREE THAT NO ORAL REPRESENTATIONS, STATEMENTS OR INDUCEMENT APART FROM THE FOREGOING WRITTEN AGREEMENT HAVE BEEN MADE. I AM AWARE THAT BY AGREEING TO THIS AGREEMENT I AM GIVING UP VALUABLE LEGAL RIGHTS INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO RECOVER DAMAGES FROM THE RELEASES IN CASE OF ILLNESS, INJURY, DEATH OR PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGES, INCLUDING, FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT AND WITHOUT LIMITATION, EXPOSURE TO COVID -19 AT OUTLET AND ALL ILLNESS, INJURY OR DEATH RESULTING THEREFROM. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS DOCUMENT IS A PROMISE NOT TO SUE AND A RELEASE OF AND INDEMNIFICATION FOR ALL CLAIMS AND IS BINDING ON ME, MY HEIRS, FAMILY, ESTATE, REPRESENTATIVES AND ASSIGNS.
I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE TERMS OF THIS ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT AND AGREE TO ITS TERMS.
