Release of Liability
As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless the Melfort Dance Centre, its owners, operators, instructors, volunteers and participants 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 participant and/or the undersigned, while in or upon the premises or any premises under the control and supervision of the Melfort Dance Centre, its owners, operators and instructors or in route to or from any of said premises.
COVID-19 Release of liability
The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization and COVID-19 is extremely contagious. The Melfort Dance Centre has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, The Melfort Dance Centre cannot guarantee that the Participant will not become infected with COVID-19 or any other contagious illness while attending The Melfort Dance Centre.
As the legal parent or guardian, I accept sole responsibility for any injury to myself or my child(ren), illness, damage, loss, claim, liability, or expense of any kind that I may experience or incur in connection with me or my child's attendance at the Melfort Dance Centre. On my behalf and on behalf of my child(ren), I hereby release covenant not to sue, discharge and hold harmless the Melfort Dance Centre, its owners, operators, instructors, and representatives of and from the claims including all liabilities, current or future, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating to the same. I understand and agree that the release includes claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of the Melfort Dance Centre, its owners, operators, instructors and representatives, whether a COVID-19 or other infection occurs before, during or after any participation in Melfort Dance Centre programs
Medical Emergencies
The undersigned gives permission to the Melfort Dance Centre, 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 helath. I request that our doctor/physician be called and that my child be transported to the hospital.
Payment Policies
Tuition payment options: E-Transfer, Credit Card (Visa, M/C), post dated cheques,
All fees are calculated on a yearly basis and can be broken down as follows:
1) One (1) yearly payment due in September
2) Nine (9) Monthly payments for the season (Sept-May)
3) Two (2) payments (Sept, Jan)
All class fees should be submitted prior to your first class. A $15.00 service charge will be charged on all NSF or returned cheques. A late payment charge of $15/month will be added to overdue accounts. We require one month's notice of cancellation of classes by written request. Any attendance during a month constitutes a full month's tuition. There are no refunds after March 1. Any accounts with a balance owing may be taken to collection.
Tuition does not include the registration fee, dancewear, shoes, costumes, recital tickets, private lessons, exam entry fees, competition entry fees, or special events. Any additional fees will be added to online accounts and will be charged to the method selected in the online portal.
A registration fee of $20.00 per student is due and payable at the time of registration. This fee is non-refundable.
A costume deposit of $60/costume will be collected Oct 15. The balance, if any, will be due prior receipt of the costume. Any alterations are the responsibility of the dancer. Once the costume is ordered, the deposit is non-refundable. Costumes will remain the property of the Melfort Dance Centre if there is any kind of balance owing on account.
All fees paid on behalf of the student (ie. exam entry, competition entry, etc) are non-refundable.
All fees are subject to 5% GST.
Tuition remains the same whether classes are running in studio or online.
Attendance
Dance is a team activity. It is expected that when you register for a class, you will perform with your group at all rehearsals, competitions and recitals with the exception of unexpected absence due to illness or injury. Each child plays an important role in choreography and there are no extras to fill in.
Frequent, repetitive class work is essential to muscle development and memory. Dance classes are a cumulative earning environment where each class builds on the previous. After 5 missed classes in the same discipline, the dancer may be asked to leave the class, your registration fees will not be refunded. After 3 missed classes, the instructor has the right to take the dancer out of parts of the choreography.
Code of Conduct
MDC Dancers are to treat their instructors, fellow dancers, class helpers and parents with respect. Disrespectful and negative behaviour will not be tolerated. Parents and/or caregivers/guardians/family members are expected to present a positive, respectful and rational attitude toward dancers and teachers at the studio, during rehearsals, recitals and performances, at festivals and/or competitions and in the public. We strive to provide a positive atmosphere for the children to learn and create and are open to discuss any concerns that are brought directly to us.
We reserve the right to dismiss or refuse anyone who does not comply with our policies.
Canada's Anti-Spam Laws
At this time there is implied consent that by providing my email address, I agree to allow the Melfort Dance Centre to send me emails with information pertaining to my child's dance classes and important upcoming information about the Melfort Dance Centre n general.
By checking the box, I am giving direct consent to allow the Melfort Dance Centre to send me emails with information pertaining to my child's dance classes, invoicing and billing statements and/or important information about the Melfort Dance Centre.
It is understood that my email address will not be distributed to other 3rd parties and that I may withdraw consent at any time.
Signature Text
As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless the Melfort Dance Centre, 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 participant and/or the undersigned, while in or upon the premises or any premises under the control and supervision of the Melfort Dance Centre, its owners and operators or in route to or from any of said premises.
I, the undersigned, on behalf of the parties registered, authorize the Melfort Dance Centre, use of any photographs and /or videos as well as printing of names for advertising, promotional, and publicity purposes.
