Release of Liability
In consideration of the services of The Children's Gym, here in after collectively referred to as ("TCG"), their agents, owners, officers, employees, and all other person or entities acting in any capacity on their behalf, I hereby agree to release and discharge TCG, on behalf of myself, my children, my heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate as follows:
1. I understand and acknowledge that the activity my child is about to engage in poses known risks and unanticipated risks which could result in injury, paralysis, death, emotional distress, or damage to my child, property, or to third parties.
The following describes some, but not all, of those risks: Gymnastics, dance, cheer and fitness classes entails certain risks that simply cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity. Without a certain degree of risks, students would not improve their skills, and the enjoyment of the sport would be diminished. Gymnastics, dance, cheer and fitness classes exposes its participants to the usual risk of cuts and bruises. Other more serious risks exist as well. Participants often fall off equipment, sprain or break wrists and ankles, and can suffer more serious injuries as well. Traveling to and from shows, meets and exhibitions raises the possibility of any manner of transportation accidents. In any event, if your child is injured, your child may require medical assistance, at your own expense.
2. I expressly agree and promise to accept and assume all of the risks existing in this activity. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary, no one is forcing me or my child to participate, and we elect to participate in spite of the risks.
3. I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge and agree to hold harmless and indemnify TCG from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions or rights of action, which are related to, arise out of, or are in any way connected with my child's participation in this activity.
4. Should TCG, or anyone acting on their behalf, be required to incur attorney's fees & costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and reimburse them for such fees and costs.
5. I certify that my child has health, accident and liability insurance to cover any bodily injury or property damage that may be caused or suffered while participating in this event or activity, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage to my child. I further certify that I am willing to assume the risk of any medical or physical condition my child may have or else I am willing to assume and bear the costs of all risks that may be created, directly or indirectly, by any such condition.
6. In the event that I file a lawsuit against TCG, I agree to do so solely in the state of Oregon, and I further agree that the substantive law of that state shall apply in that action without regard to the conflict of law rules of that state. I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect.
By signing this document, I acknowledge that if anyone is hurt or property is damaged during my participation in this activity, I may be found by a court of law to have waived my right to maintain a lawsuit against TCG on the basis of any claim from which I have released them herein.
I have had sufficient opportunity to read this entire document. I have read and understood it, and I agree to be bound to its terms.
In consideration of "enrolling student" being permitted by TCG to participate in its activities and to use its equipment and facilities, I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless TCG from any and all claims which are brought by, or on behalf of Minor, and which are in any way connected with such use or participation by Minor.
Medical Emergency
The undersigned gives permission to The Children's Gym, its owners and operators to seek medical treatment for the participant in the event they are not able to reach a parent or guardian. I hereby declare any physical/mental problems, restriction, or condition and/or declare the participant to be in good physical and mental health. I request that our doctor/physician __(enter in your child's notes)_____ be called and that my child be transported to _______(enter in your child's notes)________ hospital. Please include physicians' phone number __(enter in your child's notes)____.
Class Tuition
Tuition is based on a four-week month/four lessons. Tuition will be adjusted due to shorter or longer months per The Children's Gym scheduling. Stated monthly tuition is based on 4 lessons in a month. Please see office for specifics.
Making Payments: Payments are automatically deducted through our automatic payment system.
Payment Due Date: Tuition for all classes and services are due on the 21st of every month. Families will incur charges on their autopay on the 21st of every month.
Returned Check: In the event that a payment is returned as NSF your family account will be charged a fee of $35.
Late Fee: A $15 late fee is charged to all payments (per child/class spot) made after the 21st due date.
Covid-19 Policy: Should in-person classes need to be for any reason they will be switched to a virtual platform. Any remaining monthly tuition will not be refunded. Families who wish to not attend classes that are held virtual can put drop-notices in based on the standard drop policies explained below.
Automatic Payments (ongoing services)
I represent and warrant that if I am purchasing something from The Children's Gym or from Merchants that (i) any credit or bank account draft (ACH Draft) information I supply is true and complete, (ii) charges incurred by me will be honored by my credit card company or financial institution, and (iii) I will pay the charges incurred by me at the posted prices, including any applicable taxes, fees, and penalties.
I hereby authorize The Children's Gym to charge my bank, or credit card account. I understand that a written notice is required to terminate billing by the 20th of the current month to avoid charges for the upcoming month (for regular season tuition).
I am responsible for payment whether or not my student attends classes until I notify The Children's Gym in writing to drop my student from classes.
Should I dispute a charge through my financial institution this will constitute a breach of contract possibly resulting in, but not limited to, penalties, additional fees, collection, legal action, and/or termination of any and/or all current and future services.
(AGREEMENT SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE)
Class Policies
By choosing to enroll your child for classes at The Children's Gym you are responsible for payment of the registration/membership fee and class tuition reserved for your child/children until the date of cancellation. You agree to pay for all classes reserved for your child/children, whether or not they attend. There are no refunds or credits of tuition fees paid.
Registration/Membership Fee: (required on students taking regular school year season & summer classes)
The $40 single student registration fee or the $50 family registration fee is due upon initial registration and on your anniversary date, thereafter.
Arrival to Class: Check-In Windows Start 10 minutes before class time until class starts. Students will NOT be permitted into class late. At this time TCG is not staffed with extra employees which would make late arrival screening possible. Once class starts a sign will be posted on the door stating that check-in is now closed. Coaches will begin their classes on time which will make it impossible for any of them to check students in late. Check-in will take place at the main entry door on the corner of 17th & Sandy Blvd. A parent or guardian is required to be present for check-in. At the start of your child's check-in window please line up outside the door forming a line along the windows on Sandy Blvd. There are window decals for social distancing as well as cones to indicate where to stand. A coach will permit students in one at a time, ask the parent/guardian to confirm they are professing no to the below screening questions, and perform temperature checks. Only registered students will be permitted into the facility. Parents and siblings must remain outside. Students will be instructed to apply hand sanitizer as they walk in. By sending your child to class you are professing that your child does not have the following: ·New or worsening cough not related to an existing medical condition such as asthma. ·Any Covid-19 symptoms over the past 14 days ·And that they or anyone in your home has not been in known close contact with anyone with Covid-19 symptoms or someone diagnosed with Covid-19 in the past 14 days. Upon arrival a TCG staff member will ask that your answer is no to the above screening questions. Once you have answered your child will be permitted into the facility for their temperature check.
Masks: Students must wear a mask (without a vent or valve) at all times during lessons including before and after and while checking-in. We recommend bringing a second mask in case a child wants to switch them out during their class. If a student's mask is noticeably wet, we will ask them to replace it with a clean and dry one.
After Class: Upon the completion of class staff will line students up within the facility for check-out. Check-out will be held for 5 minutes after class. Please remember classes are 45 minutes in length. Parents must pick-up their child within 5 minutes of classes ending. Parents/guardians will line up outside like check-in and proceed to the door one at a time. A staff member will send children to their adult when the adult is next in line. TCG will not be checking ID for check-out due to the short nature of the class service. Students will be sent to their parents similar to how they have been at the end of class in the past, except now one at a time to ensure safe physical distancing.
Dress Code: Students must follow standard TCG dress code for classes including wearing comfortable athletic clothing, clothes that are not baggy, clothes that cover midriffs, and hair that is long enough to be pulled back must be. Leotards are preferred. Students can not wear jeans to class. Students must arrive in their class apparel. Changing will not be permitted within the facility.
Illness: If your child is sick, do not send them to class. Please contact the front office to excuse them from class and receive a make-up class. If your child has experienced head lice while attending classes, we ask you to inform us so that we can take all the necessary precautions needed to protect our clients and staff.
Excused Absence/Make up policies for Classes
Tuition pays for a class spot REGARDLESS OF ATTENDANCE. However, as a courtesy, The Children's Gym does offer make-ups for excused absences when class availability permits, in addition to any missed classes for inclement weather. An excused absence eligible for a makeup will disappear from a student's account once they drop from class or the season comes to an end. Once dropped from classes all eligible absences are no longer accessible to be scheduled as a make-up. Make-ups cannot be scheduled within a month a child will not be enrolled in classes.
Excused Absence: The Children's Gym front must be notified prior to an absence in order for it to be excused and qualify for a makeup.
Scheduling: All makeups must be scheduled in advance. Makeups will only be offered in classes that have availability. If all classes are full a make-up cannot be scheduled and must be waived. Makeups cannot be scheduled within a month a child will not be enrolled in classes. TCG only schedules makeups within the week or no further than 7 days into the future due to ongoing enrollment.
Missed Makeup: If a makeup is scheduled and missed then the right to that makeup is waived.
THERE ARE NO MAKEUPS CAMPS.
Drop Policy for Classes
DROP PROCEDURE:
PARENT'S MUST NOTIFY THE SCHOOL TO TERMINATE AUTO BILLING. Only a written notice will be acceptable. Verbal notice will not be accepted.
Please note: You are responsible for payment for your student's classes WHETHER OR NOT YOUR STUDENT ATTENDS CLASS until the time you notify the office VIA writting. Please do not rely on your student to verbally let us know that he/she will no longer be attending classes. If a student stops coming to class without notification then that student's account will be charged.
All students automatically drop from school year season classes on the last day of the school year session. Please see front desk for specific dates.
Photo Release
I agree that my child's photo and/or video of my child can be used on TCG fliers, handouts, website, advertisements and on social media. If you wish not to agree to the photo release you will need to email the front desk stating so.
Camp Policies Summer 2021
Camp tuition paid is non-refundable, transferable and not available to apply as a credit to later services. Any missed camp day and/or extended care is considered a wash and cannot be rescheduled. Upon enrollment you will receive a confirmation email. Please review it in its entirety for additional details to ensure your child has a successful camp day.
NON REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT: At the time of sign-up 1/3 of camp tuition will be collected. This deposit is non-refundable or eligible for credit, no exceptions.
TUITION BALANCE BILLING: On May 1, 2021 the remainder of June & July summer camp tuition will be collected through autopay. On June 1, 2021 the remainder of August summer camp tuition will be collected through autopay. Once camp tuition is collected, it is non-refundable or eligible for credits.*
CANCELING ENROLLMENT: Families can request in writing to cancel their enrollment and not be billed camp tuition balance amounts so long as the request is received by the required deadline. Cancelations for June & July camps must be received by April 30, 2021. Cancelations for August camps must be received by May 31, 2021. Drop notices will be processed thus dropping students from their enrollment and removing applicable tuition balance amounts. Deposits WILL NOT BE REFUNDED or CREDITED to accounts. Once camp tuition is collected, it is non-refundable or eligible for credits*.
CREDITS: There is one exception that will grant a partial credit for camp tuition. A child who is sick or injured*with doctors note and is excused from camp BEFORE it begins will receive a 50% tuition credit on their account for a future camp. This credit is only valid for future camp charges and cannot apply towards other fees such as class tuition, membership fees, etc.
CAMP TRANSFER: Space permitting, students can transfer camp enrollment into a different week during Summer 2021. A transfer must be requested no less than 4 weeks prior to the start of the current enrollment week. There is a $15 fee assessed to camp transfers. Previous payments towards the original camp week will transfer/apply to the new camp enrollment.
LATE PICK-UP: Children are expected to be picked up within their assigned window. If children picked up 6 minutes or later, family accounts will be assessed a late pick-up charge of $5 plus a $1/minute for each minute after the 5-minute grace period. Late pick-up fees apply to extended care as well.
STABLE COHORTS: Children will be grouped into stable cohorts. If your child is attending with a friend and would like to be placed into the same cohort, please request so during enrollment utilizing the comments section of the online form. Siblings will be automatically placed in the same cohort. If you wist to request that your children are in different cohorts, please request so during enrollment utilizing the comments section of the online form.
COVID-19 POLICIES: Camper Expectations. Due to the unique nature of camps this year it will be critical that campers follow coach instructions and Covid-19 safety protocols. We want all campers to have a safe and fun filled day however if the camp structure is not working for a child jeopardizing the safety of fellow campers or staff, TCG will call guardians to pick their child up early. Campers must wear masks at all time except when eating or drinking. Children must be able to put their mask on and take it off independently. Parents/Guardians will not be allowed into the facility to lessen exposure. If a child becomes ill during the day, they will be isolated from others and parents will be instructed to come pick up their child.
Signature Text
As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless The Children's Gym its owners and operators from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by the participant and/or the undersigned, while in or upon the premises or any premises under the control and supervision of The Children's Gym its owners and operators or in route to or from any of said premises.
There are no exceptions to any of the above policies.
By agreeing to this form I agree to the above stated policies for The Children's Gym and agree to pay all incurred fees and waive my right to tuition paid per the non-refundable policy.