Waiver/Release of Liability Virtual Dance Classes
ACCIDENT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY FORM VIRTUAL DANCE CLASSES
I, PARENT/GUARDIAN OF SAID CHILD(REN) HEREBY ASSUME ALL OF THE RISKS OF MY CHILD(REN) PARTICIPATING IN ANY/ALL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THESE VIRTUAL DANCE CLASSES, 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 reigns 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 my child(ren), for my child(ren)'s death, disability, personal injury, or actions of any kind which may hereafter occur to my child(ren) during VIRTUAL DANCE CLASSES BY THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES OR PERSONS: ADA Dance Co and/or their directors, contractors, employees, or volunteers.
(B) INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES OR PERSONS: ADA Dance Co and/or their directors, contractors, employees, or volunteers from any and all liabilities or claims made as a result of participation in VIRTUAL DANCE CLASSES, whether caused by the negligence of release or otherwise. I acknowledge that ADA Dance Co and their directors, contractors, employees, and volunteers are NOT responsible for errors, omissions, acts, or failures to act of any party or entity conducting VIRTUAL DANCE CLASSES on their behalf. I acknowledge that this activity may involve injury. The risks include, but are not limited to, those caused by jumping, leaping, turning, stretching, or any dance movement, lack of hydration, improper dance floor, and actions of other people including, but not limited to, participants, and/or producers of the activity.
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. I SIGN IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.
I certify that my child(ren) is physically fit, has sufficiently prepared or trained for participation in VIRTUAL DANCE CLASSES, and has 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 child(ren)'s participation in VIRTUAL DANCE CLASSES. I acknowledge that this Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form will be used by ADA Dance Co, the director, class holders, sponsors, and organizers of the activity in which my child may participate, and that it will govern my child(ren)'s actions and responsibilities at VIRTUAL DANCE CLASSES. I permit my child to participate in VIRTUAL DANCE CLASSES.
We ask you to be careful when posting on social media. We can't restrict what you post there, but we expect you to adhere to our confidentiality policies at all times. Absolutely no choreography or class content or instruction of any form should be posted on social media without the prior approval of the instructor and director of ADA Dance Co. This includes but it is not limited to Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Snap Chat, Twitter, etc.
Release of Liability
I acknowledge that Activities of Dance may involve the risk of serious injury and /or death.
I have read this policy document, release and waiver of liability, assumption of risk and indemnity agreement, fully understanding its terms. Understanding that I have given up substantial rights by signing it and have signed it freely and voluntarily without any inducement, assurance or guarantee being made to me and intend my signature to be complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law.
Assumption of Risk
In consideration of being permitted to participate in any dance classes, rehearsals and recitals, students and parents for themselves, their personal representatives, heirs and next of kin:
1) HEREBY release, waive, discharge, and convenient not to sue ADA Dance Co, (ADA), their directors, officers, agents, and employees, all for the purpose herein referred to as "Releasees", from all Liability to the undersigned student/parent, their personal representatives, assigns, heirs, and next of kin for any and all loss or damage, and any claims or demands therefor on account of injury to the person or resulting in death of the student arising out of or related to dance, whether caused by negligence of the releasees or otherwise.
2) HEREBY agree to indemnify and save and hold harmless the Releasees and each of them from any loss, liability, damage or cost they may incur arising out of or related to dance whether caused by negligence of the releasees or otherwise.
3) HEREBY assume full responsibility for any risk of bodily injury or death arising out of or related to dance, whether caused by negligence of the releasees or otherwise.
4) HEREBY agree that this release and waiver of liability, assumption of risk and indemnity agreement extends to all act of negligence by the releasees and is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the laws of the Province of Ontario and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding continue in full legal force and effect.
Withdrawal Policy
In order to withdraw my student from any classes at ADA Dance Co, I understand that I must notify the studio 14 days prior to the next payment via e-mail. September lesson fees are non-refundable unless notified via e-mail 7 days prior to commencement of classes. If cancelling classes at anytime throughout the season a $25.00 cancellation fee must be paid. Simply not attending classes does not justify withdrawing from classes. If costumes have already been ordered, I understand that I am responsible for full payment of all costumes for all my dancer(s). There will be NO reimbursement for classes not taken. There will be NO reimbursement of partial month of classes. This does not apply to student doing a Free Trial.
Signature Text
As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless ADA Dance Co, 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 ADA Dance Co, its owners and operators or in route to or from any of said premises.
Medical Emergency
The undersigned gives permission to ADA Dance Co, 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, restictions, or condition and/or declare the participant to be in good physical and mental health. Please provide your doctor/physician name, address and phone number at time of registration.
Photo Release
By participating in classes and activities, I understand that images/photos of my child may be used in marketing or social media materials at any time. If I prefer my child to NOT be photographed, I understand that I must submit the request in writing to the front office. NOTE - refusal to be photographed may prevent enrolment and or participation in some classes, events, and activities.
Rules & Regulations
• A non- refundable registration fee of $26.55 +HST per single student and $44.25 + HST per family must be paid upon registration and a costume deposit of $50.00. Classes
run from September to June the same as the school year. Registration commitment is for the entire season.
• Dance fees for the 2020/21 season will be paid in the following manner: Registration fees, September fees and costume deposit must be paid at the time of registration along
with monthly postdated Visa, Master card or post dated cheques to cover the balance of the season. If you wish to pay by cash or debit, we must have the first and last
month payment at time of registration. Absolutely no registrations will be accepted under any other conditions.
• All N.S.F. or declined and returned cheque, Visa, or Mastercard will have a service charge of $35.00.
• There will be NO refunds for missed classes and NO make-up classes except where the said class is cancelled by the studio. There will be no refunds for cancelled classed due
to severe weather conditions. We advise you to call the studio when there are severe weather conditions to see if classes have been cancelled. Cancellations will be posted
on all ADA social media outlets.
• It will be the Directors decision as to which students will participate in Competition, exams, productions, etc....
• Students leaving money or valuables in the dressing rooms do so at their own risk. We suggest not bringing valuables to the studio, as we are not responsible for lost or
stolen items.
• There will be No food or drinks allowed in the dressing rooms except water. No gum chewing or peanut products allowed in the studio or in class.
• There will be no jewelry allowed in class.
• Students must show respect to teachers and peers at all times.
• Students must not vandalize dressing room areas or studios. Anyone caught will be responsible for damages.
• Children who are not dancing may not be left unsupervised at the studio. Students should be picked up within 15 minutes from end of class time.
• Students ONLY are allowed in studios. Parents and friends are not permitted in studios.
• All students will participate in our Year End Show in June. Each student will need a costume that will cost approximately $80 - $120 + HST. The directors of the studio have
the right to combine or cancel classes with less than 5 students. Recreational costume deposits are due upon registration and will be non-refundable after September 30th
of the new season.
• Please do not double park in front of studio.
• It is the responsibility of the parent to make sure they are responsible in receiving all newsletters/emails and information given out at the studio.
• There is NO SMOKING anywhere in the studio.
Payment Policies
I agree to be fully responsible for all bills related to my child/childrens account related to the dance season.
By registering online, I agree that the credit card or bank account information provided will be automatically charged for registration of the classes, programs, camps & any other dance related fees . Acceptable methods of payment: Automatic Payment - Visa, MasterCard, post dated cheques. Summer classes/programs/camps: will be charged upon registration with no registration fee. Full year programs: registration fee for single student ($26.55 + HST) and family (44.25 +HST), first months tuition fee's and a $50.00 costume deposit which is non-refundable after September 30th of the new season will be charged upon registration, the remainder months will be charged the 1st of every month. Tuition is due by the tenth of each month. If accounts are paid after the tenth of the month there is an additional late fee of 10% . There is a $35.00 returned cheque charge for any cheques returned by the bank. Season runs September through June. There are absolutely NO refunds or transferals on any fees that have been paid to ADA Dance Co.
Thank you for your registration, and we look forward to having you a part of ADA.
