River City Youth Ballet Ensemble, Inc. and River City School of Dance
WAIVER AND RELEASE

` Recognizing the risks of illness and injury inherent in any Activity (the Activities") sponsored by the River City Youth Ballet Ensemble, Inc. (RCYBE) and River City Youth School of Dance. I , the undersigned adult on behalf of myself or my children am participating and allow my children to participate upon the express agreement and understanding that I HEREBY RELEASE, DISCHARGE, COVENANT NOT TO SUE, AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS RCYBE and
the School of RCYBE, its agents (Including without limitation its volunteers, employees, administrators, directors, officers, and officials), other participants, sponsors, advertisers, and owners and lessors of premises on which the Activities take place ( each considered one of the "Releasees" herein) from all liability, judgments, costs, expenses, damages, causes of action, demands, and claims, including the cost of defense, arising in favor of myself, my children or third parties (including without limitation personal injuries, death or damage to property) arising out of or any in any way connected with the Activities sponsored by RCYBE or the School of the RCYBE (The "Activities") or any illness, injury or harm resulting therefrom including rescue operations, except for illness or injury that is caused solely by a Releasee's disregard of a risk more likely than not to cause harm, such risk also being actually known, clear and present to the releasee ("Reckless Disregard"). I hereby execute and. deliver this Waiver and Release to induce RCYBE and or the School of the RCYBE to permit me and my child to participate in the Activities. I further agree that if, despite this release, I, or anyone on behalf of myself or my child make a claim against any of the Releasees above, I WILL INDEMNIFY, SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS EACH OF THE RELEASEES FROM ANY LITIGATION EXPENSES, ATTORNEY FEES, LOSS LIABILITY, DAMAGE OR COSTS ANY MAY INCUR AS THE RESULT OF ANY SUCH CLAIM. I HEREBY IRREVOCABLY WAIVE ANY AND ALL RIGHTS I MAY HAVE TO A TRIAL BY JURY IN ANY ACTION, PROCEEDING OR CLAIM OF ANY NATURE RELATING TO THE ACTIVITIES. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE FOREGOING WAIVER IS KNOWING AND VOLUNTARY.
The studio is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please leave valuables at home.

Supplemental COVID-19 Policies

While we are living in an unprecedented and uncertain time, we at River City Youth Ballet Ensemble and School of Dance want to put health and safety for our dancers, and faculty first and foremost!
The start of our 2020-2021 season will look a bit different until a vaccine is found. We will be following both State and local policies as well as adapting a few extra policies on our own to insure a healthy comeback. Please note these policies may change due to the changing nature of covid-19 and both state and local mandates.

What we are doing to ensure safety:
This season we will be limiting class size as much as we possibly can. We have installed HEPA filters in all air ducts to help filter germs. We have also purchased air ventilation systems for each of the studios as well as fans (strategically placed in the hallways) to help with circulation. We will have sanitizing stations set up throughout the facility. All teachers, dancers and parents will be required to wear masks upon entering the facility. Instructors will clean all surfaces between each class. We will deep clean all areas as much as possible every evening.

Class Times:
Starting this fall, we will be slightly offsetting class times so that we can adequately clean as well as do our best to eliminate congestion at all entrances and exit points. Again, this is to help reduce congestion. To help us achieve this we ask that you try to arrive at the studio just a few minutes prior to your class and exit the studio as soon as your class dismisses.

Before you come:
We will be sending out a quick survey via email prior to you coming to the studio. This quick health screening will let you know if you can attend your class. It is important that you take and submit this each day you have class. If someone in your immediate family has had a sore throat, fever, or has been in contact with anyone with covid-19, please stay home. Please note that you can always take class by using your parent portal live class feed!
Only bring dance necessities to the studio with you!
Be dressed and ready for class. For safety, the dressing rooms will not be open. Dancers will be asked to change into dance shoes in the hallway and to bring their minimal belongings into the classroom with them.
Once at the studio we will also be checking temperatures of students.

Entrances, Exits and Public Areas:
-All dancers, parents, and instructors are to wear a face covering inside the facilities.
-All entrances into the building should be done using our front door MacCorkle Avenue
Entrance.
We ask that parents wait in their car. If you have a young student, only one parent can come
upstairs and stay. Please leave siblings home.
We will have several hand sanitizing stations around the studio and ask that once you have
entered you
please immediately wash or sanitize your hands. Please note that we will also have dancers
use hand sanitizer once in the classroom.
-To exit the building, we ask that everyone exit through the rear into the alley.
By using the new entrance and exit rules we hope to maintain less contact and avoid
congestion.
-Studio 2 classes: Dancers in studio 2 are to enter class using the door closest to studio 1
You will exit class from the back hallway closest to the restrooms.
-Studio 1 classes: Dancers in studio 1 are to enter class using the door closest to the office.
You will exit using the door closest to the benches in the hallway.
-Water fountain: The water fountain will be bagged for non-use. Please bring your own water.
-Hallways: We ask that you do not congregate in the hallways and to keep 6 feet between you
and others.

What if I think someone in my family is sick?
If you think that there is a possibility someone in your home has covid-19 and your dancers might be exposed, please let us know immediately. The best way to reach us is by Facebook messenger, your parent portal or email. This way we can notify the teacher and if necessary, your dancers classmates' families.

In case of an outbreak for possible class exposure
If we must stop in person classes, we will move the class to online (full class time) zoom lessons. Please note we will not be able to give refunds to families related to covid-19 issues. If we must move a class or classes to zoom you are responsible for having the ability to use the zoom platform.
Also, please be prepared to move to online classes with short notice.

Thank you for understanding! We all want nothing more than to resume to a normal life. In the meantime, if we all can do our part to keep others and our River City family safe, we know we can have a successful start to our season!

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-The primary goal of the School of the River City Youth Ballet is to educate our students in the art of dance. We offer classes in ballet, tap, modern, jazz, hip-hop, Broadway dance, and pre-ballet. Students of all skill levels are welcome. We feel that providing dance training to children is vital to both their physical and mental development. At RCYB, we give dancers options. We offer both a pre-professional track and a fun track. Every child, regardless of age, body type, or ability, should be given the chance to enjoy the art of dance, as well as enjoying the poise, confidence, and creativity dance will bring to their lives.
-Please see that students attend all of their scheduled classes and arrive for class on time. Dancers should arrive with their hair up and in proper dance attire. Warm-up is a crucial part of each class and if missed, students may risk suffering injury. Students who miss the warm-up may be asked to sit out the reminder of the class to avoid unnecessary injury. Check with your teacher for a make up time if you are unable to attend a class and ask to make sure you have not missed any important handouts!
-Class time is a time for learning. Children who continually disrupt class may be asked to sit out for that session. For safety reasons, students are not to chew gum or wear jewelry during classes.
-All parents are responsible for dropping children off and picking them up on time. Parents are required to walk children in and out of the building, rather than wait for them outside. Also, siblings of dancers are to be watched at all times and are not permitted to run through the hallways for their own safety.
-Please do not leave valuables in your car while parked. After 4:30 pm on weekdays and at any time on weekends you may park anywhere around the building. Prior to 4:30 you can park on the street or in designated RCYB spaces only/ Please do not park behind Chin's restaurant or in other business' spaces around the building or you will be towed.
-We do not follow the schedule of public or private schools in Kanawha County. The only dates the studio will be closed are listed below. In case of bad weather, please check our Facebook page or call the studio after 1:00 p.m. weekdays or 8:30 a.m.on Saturdays for an updated message. An early school dismissal or school cancellation does not mean the studio will be closed. Please call if you are unsure and there will be a voice mail message if someone does not answer.

Classes Start: Monday, August 17
Labor Day: Monday, Sept. 7 No class. Will be made up Monday Nov. 23
TBA Trick or Treat: Some classes may be cancelled. Kanawha County Date Only
Semester Break: Tuesday, November 24-Sunday January 3.
Spring Break: Monday, March 8-Sunday March 14. (One week)
Kanawha County Date Only
Last Day of Classes: Saturday, April 24.

-Non-refundable monthly Installments are based on the number of classes per year/divided into eight months. As such, tuition remains the same each month from August through April excluding December and is due by your first class of the month. Tuition refunds cannot not be given out due to any circumstance. A late fee of $10.00 will be applied if payment is not paid by the second scheduled class of the month. Refunds are not given for missed classes. Ask your teacher for appropriate make-up class times. There is also a $70.00 (Plus sales tax) per class costume deposit for the recital. Refunds can not be given on costumes once ordered no matter the circumstances. Costume deposits are due by November 7th. Costumes will not be ordered if tuition is not current November 7. Returned checks will be charged a $30.00 NSF fee.
-The School and Company end of the year recital will be held at the Municipal Auditorium on Saturday May 1, 2021 at 7:00 pm. There will be a mandatory early afternoon rehearsal for all involved. Tickets to the evening recital will be general admission. Price $15.00. Please note that you do not need to purchase tickets for backstage moms or students performing in the recital.
We hope that you enjoy your dancing experience! If you have any questions, please contact me or your child's instructor.
Ms. Michelle

All tuition is due by the 1st class of the month.
Your first months tuition and registration fee will be charged at time of registration.

For this season we will be following in the footsteps of many Universities (including WVU and MU) in hopes to avoid the onset of regular flu season that will be aggravated by covid-19.

As always, your tuition will be prorated but instead of over a nine-month period of 32 classes it will be over an eight-month period of 29 classes. This will mean that you will have a longer winter break and you will not be charged during the month of December. Your full prorated tuition fees will be due for the months of August-November and January-April.

All Cash/Check payments must be in the office before the last business day at 12 noon in the office or your card on file will automatically be charged by the tenth of the month.
Non-refundable monthly Installments are based on the number of classes per year/divided into eight months. As such, tuition remains the same each month from August through April (excluding December) and is due by your first class of the month.

A late fee of $10.00 will be applied if payment is not paid by the second scheduled class of the month. Refunds are not given for missed classes.

Ask your teacher for appropriate make-up class times.
There is also a $70.00 (Plus sales tax) per class costume deposit for the recital.

Costume deposits are due by November 7th. Costumes will not be ordered if tuition is not current. Costume fees are not refundable for any reason.

Returned checks and Credit cards will be charged a $30.00 NSF fee.
A late fee of $10.00 will be applied if payment is not paid by the second scheduled class of the month. Refunds are not given for missed classes.

Class attire may be purchased at Backstage Bodywear at a discounted rate for our students. Call 343-2100 for details.

Pre-ballet Classes:
Girls: Any colored leotard (may have an attached skirt). Pink tights, pink split sole technique shoes.
Boys: Any colored tee shirt, black pants, black split sole technique shoes.

Pre-ballet Tap Classes:
Girls: Any colored leotard (may have an attached shirt). Pink tights, pink split sole technique shoes and black tap.
Boys: Any colored tee shirt, black pants, black split sole technique shoes and black tap.

Jazz, Broadway Classes:
Girls: Any colored leotard, black jazz pants, black split sole jazz shoes or boots.
Advanced dancers may need black character shoes.
Boys: Any colored tee shirt, black pants, black split sole jazz shoes or boots.

Ballet Classes:
Girls: Pink or black leotard, pink tights, pink split sole technique shoes.
Boys: White tee shirt, black pants, black split sole technique shoes.

Hip-Hop:
Girls: Any color leotard or tank top, black jazz or sweat pants, black split sole jazz shoes or dance sneakers.
Boys: Any color tee shirt, black pants, black split sole jazz shoes or dance sneakers.

Tap:
Girls: Pink or black leotard, black jazz pants, black tap shoes.
Boys: White tee shirt, black pants, black tap shoes.

Pre-professional Ballet Classes: (Apprentice Classes, Junior Company and Company)
Girls: Navy blue leotard, pink tights, pink split sole technique shoes, white or pink waist band.
Boys: White tee shirt, black tights/pants, black split sole technique shoes.

Modern/Contemporary:
Girls: Any color leotard, convertible tights, (this class is done barefoot).
Boys: Any color tee shirt, black pants/convertible tights, (this class is done barefoot).

All classes: Please have hair securely up and out of eyes and face. No jewelry, No gum.