Assumption of Risk
I understand that dance classes may include, without limitation, dancing with props, stretching, barre work, across the floor combinations, dance routines in the center, and other related activities. I further understand that all of the activities of the dance class involve some degree of risk of strain or bodily injury.
Release of Liability
As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless Monarch School of Dance, LLC, 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 in route to or from any of said premises.
COVID-19:
We are aware and acknowledge that serious health risks exist due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We understand that Monarch School of Dance is implementing various recommended and required rules, procedures, and protocols to minimize the spread of the virus. We also understand that these rules, procedures, and protocols may change as more is learned about the virus and as conditions change. We understand and appreciate the known and potential dangers of participating in the activity despite the School's reasonable efforts to mitigate such dangers.
We recognize, acknowledge, and agree that participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including COVID-19. While rules, procedures, protocols, and personal discipline may reduce the risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist. We knowingly and freely assume such risks and assume full responsibility for our child's participation in this activity. We willingly agree to review the rules and conditions for participation with regard to precautions intended to minimize the risk of contracting or spreading the virus with our child and agree that our child will comply with such rules and conditions. We acknowledge and agree that our child may be dismissed from the activity for failure to comply.
Registration & Tuition Fees
A non-refundable fee of $25 per family is required yearly at the time of registration.
2020-21 season will consist of nine months of classes from September 10, 2020- May 29, 2021.
Tuition payments will be auto billed in nine, monthly installments September 1, 2020 through May 1, 2021.
2020-21 Tuition Rates:
• Hybrid Classes: $60/Month*
• Virtual 2020 Classes: $50/Month
• Virtual Only Classes: $50/Month
• 2nd, 3rd classes are additional $45/Month for Hybrid and $35/Month for Virtual
*If in-studio classes are forced to end due to raised COVID-19 restrictions, classes will immediately transfer to all Virtual. Existing class days/times will remain the same unless otherwise communicated. Tuition will be reduced to $50 per month, for future months, until restrictions are lifted.
Tuition is non-prorated and non-refundable.
Payment Policies & Late Fees
All tuition and fees will be posted online monthly via the Parent Portal.
Tuition installments will be auto billed on the 1st day of each month from September 1, 2020-May 1, 2021.
Declined payments must be paid via the Parent Portal by the 5th of the month to avoid a $15.00 late charge.
Withdraws from classes should be emailed to info@monarchschoolofdance.com by the 25th of the month to cancel monthly tuition auto billing. Once billed, tuition is non-refundable.
Classes will be suspended for accounts with balances over 45 days. Contact us to make payment arrangements.
Tuition, Registration Fees, Recital Fees and Tickets are non-prorated and non-refundable.
Class Cancellation & Placement
Monarch may cancel, combine or re-schedule class(es) if minimum enrollment requirements are not met.
Monarch reserves the right to place all dancers in classes according to age, ability, and experience.
No credits for missed classes due to illness, snow days, or personal commitments or vacations. Families will have access to their child's online class library, which may be used for make-up classes.
Withdraws from classes should be emailed to info@monarchschoolofdance.com by the 25th of the month to cancel monthly tuition auto billing. Once billed, tuition is non-refundable.
In case of inclement weather, studio closings will also be posted on social media and emailed. We will make every effort to move classes online to avoid cancellation.
Tuition, Registration Fees, Recital Fees and Tickets are non-prorated and non-refundable.
Class Attendance & Attire
Attendance is very important for dancers at every age and ability level. Absences should be reported, in advance, to the studio by email or text to 856-485-0943.
Dancers should arrive to class dressed and ready to dance with hair secured and off the face.
Dress code should be followed for every class including dance shoes. Dress code will be emailed once registration is submitted and can also be found on the studio website.
Studio Communication
Monarch will make every effort to communicate studio information via monthly newsletter, Parent Portal, studio calendar, text alerts, and studio website.
Parents and guardians are asked to keep an updated email, phone, and address on file in the Parent Portal at all times during the dance season. We also strongly encourage you to opt in to receiving text messages from Monarch.
Photo Release & Agreement
I give permission for Monarch School of Dance to take photos of me or my child while participating in Monarch School of Dance activities, classes, rehearsals and performances for promotional purposes. Names of students will not be used or disclosed. I understand that I am giving permission to use these photos and/or videos for publishing use, in printed or electronic format.
Medical Emergencies
As the legal parent or guardian, I give permission to Monarch School of Dance, 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.
COVID Protocols
All Monarch staff and dancers should stay home if feeling sick, even if symptoms may not be COVID-19 related.
All teachers, staff, and dancers will be temperature checked before entering the studio. Any person with a temperature 100.4 or greater will be asked to return home.
All teachers, staff, and in-studio dancers will be asked to complete a COVID-19 screening form.
All teachers, staff, and dancers must wear face covering/mask while in the studio.
Dancers should arrive 10 minutes before class and wait in the designated Drop off zone.
Dancers should arrive to class DRESSED in dance attire except for dance shoes.
Dancers should bring to each in-studio class:
Personal hand sanitizer
Personal towel
Dance shoes
Bottled water
All items should fit in ONE small bag
All personal items will be placed in an assigned location within the dance studio
Please note the following areas of the studio are closed:
Waiting room is closed
Dressing room is closed
Cubbies are closed
If a dancer should become ill during class, the teacher and or Monarch Director will assess their symptoms and contact the parents/guardians.
If dancer will be late or absent, TEXT the studio at 856-485-0943.
Parents/guardians are asked to review the requirements for reporting possible and confirmed COVID-19 exposures/results and the studio's procedures for communicating/responding to same.
A copy of all Policies & Agreements will be emailed and posted in the Parent Portal for further review and future reference.
Complete Your Registration
Once you choose 'Submit' a $25 Registration Fee will be processed. This fee reserves your dancer's spot in class.
Tuition will post to your account automatically and auto bill on the 1st of the month starting September 1, 2020. If registering after the 1st of the month, while classes are in session, tuition is due at time of registration.
