COVID-19 Payment Policy:
Next Step Broadway (NSB) is committed to holding in-person classes as long as we can safely do so and are permitted by government mandates.

Due to COVID-19, NSB is implementing a new payment policy under the condition of COVID-19 for the 2020-21 season. Upon enrollment, before the season begins, NSB will not be charging the enrollment fees listed in our NORMAL TUITION PAYMENT POLICIES. NSB will wait until the last minute before charging to hear confirmation from the government so that all mandates are being followed. NSB will let families know when they are charging enrollment fees for the 2020-21 via email. NSB will send out multiple emails. Families are responsible for reading their emails. With the ever-changing mandates and directives, NSB believes this is the most fair way to handle enrollment fees.

By enrolling into Next Step Broadway's 2020-21 season:
•I agree to read ALL emails from Next Step Broadway to keep up to date with current news and information.
•I understand that, before the 2020-21 season begins, I will not be charged the enrollment fees upon enrollment and NSB will contact me when I will be charged via email.
•I understand I WILL BE CHARGED THE ENROLLMENT FEES UPON ENROLLMENT if I enroll after the season has begun.
•I agree to keep my enrollment at least through December even in the event that NSB HAS TO GO VIRTUAL DUE TO COVID-19 MANDATES or in the event that the participant must quarantine for any reason.
•If I am a Virtual Class family, I agree to keep my enrollment at least through December.
•I understand that in December I can make a decision whether or not I want to continue through June if there has been a mandate forcing NSB to go virtual.
•I understand that in the event of going virtual there will ABSOLUTELY be no refunds to my tuition payments for the 2020-21 season. I will have the option to discontinue beginning Jan. 1st, 2021.
•I understand that if my child's school schedule changes, NSB will help me find a different class my child can take.
•I understand that all NORMAL policies are still in effect.
•I understand that Virtual Class fees are the same as the in-person class fees and follows all of NSB tuition & studio policies and procedures.
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NORMAL POLICIES STILL IN EFFECT

I understand that Next Step Broadway's tuition for the 2020/2021 session is for a full school year and split up into ten (10) equal payments from September through June: September (Month 1), October (Month 2), November (Month 3), December (Month 4), January (Month 5), February (Month 6), March (Month 7), April (Month 8), May (Month 9), June (Month 10) (With the exception of Musical Theatre Production).

I understand that a non-refundable and non-transferable tuition payment for September (Month 1) and June (Month 10) along with a non-refundable and non-transferable registration fee is due at the time of enrollment. I understand that there is a $20 Registration Fee for the 1st child, and $15 Registration Fee for the 2nd child and thereafter - to a $50 maximum per family.

I understand the full year tuition covers a minimum of 30 weeks of lessons for the full year.

I understand that all classes are scheduled more than 30 weeks for the year to accommodate for any weather closings, emergencies and class cancellations for any reason; and I understand that make-ups for classes will only be scheduled if the year falls below 30 weeks.

I understand that I will not receive any tuition proration, refunds, or credits for any classes missed during the year.

I understand that I must keep a credit card on file and I give permission for Next Step Broadway, LLC to charge my credit card the monthly tuition payment on the first of every month.

I understand that Next Step Broadway LLC will charge my account a $15 late fee if payment is not made by the 15th of every month.

I understand that if my account is still delinquent by the 21st of the month my child will not be able to participate in class until my account is current.

I understand that the Recital Fee is due on November 1st and I give permission for Next Step Broadway LLC to charge my credit card the recital fee. I understand that I must notify Next Step Broadway LLC in writing before November 1st if I wish to withdraw from class and understand that there are no refunds or credits for the recital fee. I understand that I must communicate in writing to the Studio Manager by October 15th if I would like to pay the recital fee in a different method. I understand that the recital fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

I understand that if I register after October 31st that I may be subject to a $15 Shipping & Handling Fee for a recital costume.

SUMMER TUITION POLICY
NEW NSB STUDENTS: There is a $20 Registration Fee for the 1st child, and $15 Registration Fee for the 2nd child and thereafter - to a $50 maximum per family. The registration fee is waived for current Next Step Broadway families who are enrolled in the 2019/20 dance season. REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE!

There is a 5% discount for multiple classes and camps (Applies to Early Bird Special and regular tuition).

A non-refundable deposit of $100 per camp session is required at time of registration to reserve a space for your child. The balance will be deducted from your account 1 month prior to the start of each camp.

All cancellations must be in writing, either in the studio or via email (infomi@nextstepbroadway.com). You will receive 100% tuition credit less the $100 deposit to use toward 2020 NSB camps or 2020-21 NSB classes if written cancellation is received 2 weeks prior to the start date of each camp or class.

I authorize Next Step Broadway LLC to charge the credit card on file according to the terms outlined above.

I understand that my credit card will be charged monthly for tuition unless I cancel it prior to the first of the month, in writing.

I understand that I must notify Next Step Broadway LLC in writing prior to the first of the month if I choose to discontinue classes or wish to pay for those classes in another method.

I agree to notify Next Step Broadway LLC in writing of any changes in my account information or termination of this authorization at least 24 hours prior to the first of the month.

I understand and authorize Next Step Broadway LLC to charge my credit card a late fee of $15 if my account remains unpaid as of the 15th of the month. This includes non-payment due to expired or invalid credit card numbers on file.

I certify that I am an authorized user of this credit card and that I will not dispute the scheduled payments with my credit card company provided the transactions correspond to the terms indicated in this authorization form.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

IN CONSIDERATION OF the risk of injury that exists while participating in COVID-19 RELEASE (hereinafter the "Activity"); and

IN CONSIDERATION OF my desire to participate in said Activity and being given the right to participate in same;

I HEREBY, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, or personal representatives (hereinafter collectively, "Releasor," "I" or "me", which terms shall also include Releasor's parents or guardian if Releasor is under 18 years of age), knowingly and voluntarily enter into this WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY and hereby waive any and all rights, claims or causes of action of any kind arising out of my participation in the Activity; and

I HEREBY release and forever discharge NEXT STEP BROADWAY, LLC, located at 685 S. Adams Rd, Birmingham, Michigan 48009 & 30860 Southfield Rd, Southfield, Michigan 48076 their affiliates, managers, members, agents, attorneys, staff, volunteers, heirs, representatives, predecessors, successors and assigns (collectively "Releases"), from any physical or psychological injury that I may suffer as a direct result of my participation in the aforementioned Activity.

I AM VOLUNTARILY PARTICIPATING IN THE AFOREMENTIONED ACTIVITY AND I AM PARTICIPATING IN THE ACTIVITY ENTIRELY AT MY OWN RISK. I AM AWARE OF THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH PARTICIPATING IN THIS ACTIVITY, WHICH MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: PHYSICAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL INJURY, PAIN, SUFFERING, ILLNESS, DISFIGUREMENT, TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT DISABILITY (INCLUDING PARALYSIS), ECONOMIC OR EMOTIONAL LOSS, AND DEATH. I UNDERSTAND THAT THESE INJURIES OR OUTCOMES MAY ARISE FROM MY OWN OR OTHERS' NEGLIGENCE, CONDITIONS RELATED TO TRAVEL TO AND FROM THE ACTIVITY, OR FROM CONDITIONS AT THE ACTIVITY LOCATION(S). NONETHELESS, I ASSUME ALL RELATED RISKS, BOTH KNOWN AND UNKNOWN TO ME, OF MY PARTICIPATION IN THIS ACTIVITY.

I FURTHER AGREE to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Releasees against any and all claims, suits or actions of any kind whatsoever for liability, damages, compensation or otherwise brought by me or anyone on my behalf, including attorney's fees and any related costs.

I FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE that Releasees are not responsible for errors, omissions, acts or failures to act of any party or entity conducting a specific event or activity on behalf of Releasees. In the event that I should require medical care or treatment, I authorize Next Step Broadway, LLC to provide all emergency medical care deemed necessary, including but not limited to, first aid, CPR, the use of AEDs, emergency medical transport, and sharing of medical information with medical personnel. I further agree to assume all costs involved and agree to be financially responsible for any costs incurred as a result of such treatment. I am aware and understand that I should carry my own health insurance.

I FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE that this Activity may involve a test of a person's physical and mental limits and may carry with it the potential for death, serious injury, and property loss. I agree not to participate in the Activity unless I am medically able and properly trained, and I agree to abide by the decision of the Next Step Broadway, LLC official or agent, regarding my approval to participate in the Activity.

I HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS "WAIVER AND RELEASE" AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THAT IT IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY. I
EXPRESSLY AGREE TO RELEASE AND DISCHARGE Next Step Broadway, LLC AND ALL OF ITS AFFILIATES, MANAGERS, MEMBERS, AGENTS, ATTORNEYS, STAFF, VOLUNTEERS, HEIRS, REPRESENTATIVES, PREDECESSORS, SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS OR CAUSES OF ACTION AND I AGREE TO VOLUNTARILY GIVE UP OR WAIVE ANY RIGHT THAT I OTHERWISE HAVE TO BRING A LEGAL ACTION AGAINST Next Step Broadway, LLC FOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

To the extent that statute or case law does not prohibit releases for ordinary negligence, this release is also for such negligence on the part of Next Step Broadway, LLC, its agents, and Employees.

I agree that this Release shall be governed for all purposes by Michigan law, without regard to any conflict of law principles. This Release supersedes any and all previous oral or written promises or other agreements.

In the event that any damage to equipment or facilities occurs as a result of my or my family's or my agent's willful actions, neglect or recklessness, I acknowledge and agree to be held liable for any and all costs associated with any such actions of neglect or recklessness.

THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY SHALL REMAIN IN EFFECT FOR THE DURATION OF MY PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITY, DURING THIS INITIAL AND ALL SUBSEQUENT EVENTS OF PARTICIPATION.

THIS AGREEMENT was entered into at arm's-length, without duress or coercion, and is to be interpreted as an agreement between two parties of equal bargaining strength. Both Participant, Myself as Parent/Guardian and Next Step Broadway, LLC agree that this agreement is clear and unambiguous as to its terms, and that no other evidence shall be used or admitted to alter or explain the terms of this agreement, but that it will be interpreted based on the language in accordance with the purposes for which it is entered into.

In the event that any provision contained within this Release of Liability shall be deemed to be severable or invalid, or if any term, condition, phrase or portion of this agreement shall be determined to be unlawful or otherwise unenforceable, the remainder of this agreement shall remain in full force and effect. If a court should find that any provision of this agreement to be invalid or unenforceable, but that by limiting said provision it would become valid and enforceable, then said provision shall be deemed to be written, construed, and enforced as so limited.

I, THE UNDERSIGNED PARTICIPANT, AFFIRM THAT I AM OF THE AGE OF 18 YEARS OR OLDER, AND THAT I AM FREELY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT. I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT, THAT I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT AND THAT THIS RELEASE CANNOT BE MODIFIED ORALLY. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT AND THAT I AM SIGNING IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.


PARENT / GUARDIAN WAIVER FOR MINORS

In the event that the participant is under the age of consent (18 years of age), then this release must be signed by a parent or guardian, as follows: I HEREBY CERTIFY that I am the parent or guardian of the Participant, and do hereby give my consent without reservation to the foregoing on behalf of this individual.

The undersigned gives permission to Next Step Broadway LLC, 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, restrictions or conditions and/or declare the participant to be in good physical and mental health.

I hereby give Next Step Broadway permission to publish photographs taken of my child or children and their names and likenesses, for use in the Next Step Broadway's print, online and video-based marketing materials, as well as other Next Step Broadway publications.

I hereby release and hold harmless Next Step Broadway from any reasonable expectation of privacy or confidentiality for the child and children associated with the images specified above. Further, I attest that I am the parent or legal guardian of this child or children and that I have full authority to consent and authorize Next Step Broadway to use their likenesses and names.

I further acknowledge that participation is voluntary and that neither I, the minor child, or minor children will receive financial compensation of any type associated with the taking or publication of these photographs or participation in company marketing materials or other Next Step Broadway publications. I acknowledge and agree that publication of said photos confers no rights of ownership or royalties whatsoever.

I understand that I am responsible for being aware of school activities such as recitals and dates Next Step Broadway is open and closed. I understand an online calendar is available through my Family Portal Account. I understand the studio may post notices in the studio and online on the website at www.nextstepbroadway.com and may, on occasion, send out emails and/or newsletters containing school information. I understand it is my responsibility to keep contact information, such as email addresses, up to date with the studio office.

I understand and have read your COVID-19 Studio Policies and Safety Procedures located on the website.

I understand that any important information will be found on my Family Portal.

I understand that Next Step Broadway's main form of contact is through EMAIL. I understand that I can contact Next Step Broadway at anytime by emailing them at infomi@nextstepbroadway.com. I understand that I am responsible to read Next Step Broadway's e-mails since they contain important information about my child(ren)'s classes and any other Next Step Broadway related information. I understand that Next Step Broadway has a Facebook page and that I can access my Family Portal account 24/7 as mentioned below.

Facebook: 'Like us' on Facebook! Next Step Broadway Michigan

Follow us on Instagram: nextstepbroadwayMI

Twitter: NextStepBwayMI

Snapchat: nextstepbway

Website: www.nextstepbroadway.com

Family Portal Login: The Family Portal allows online access to your account so you can make updates, pay your balance, register for classes, request changes, and see studio news updates 24/7! Virtually everything can be done through the Family Portal! https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/jr3.0/ParentPortal/Login?orgId=506776

****Please note that we will occasionally have handouts for you and your dancers