In consideration of my child's participation, I, understand that my child will be engaged in activities that may involve slight risk of injury. I assume all of the foregoing risks and accept personal responsibility for the damages following such injury. I release, discharge, and agree to take no legal actions regarding any and all liabilities against Academy Dance Center, LLC or its owners, directors, faculty or staff.
My child and I agree to follow all rules and regulations set forth by Academy Dance Center, LLC. My child is in good health and physical condition to participate in these activities. I, the undersigned, will accept full responsibility for any injuries incurred. I have read this carefully and understand this form contains a release and waiver of liability. Additionally, while participating in virtual lessons or at home dance training videos I agree that Academy Dance Center, LLC along with its owners, directors, faculty, and staff will not be held responsible for any property damage or personal injury while taking these said lessons through any online or other means.

I agree to allow Academy Dance Center, LLC, located at 4300 Warm Springs Road in Columbus, Georgia to use dance production, competition, company, and candid studio photographs for promotional uses and or display on the Academy's website and the Academy's social media sites. I also authorize Academy Dance Center, LLC, its assigns and transferees to copyright, use and publish the same in print and/or electronically. I agree that Academy Dance Center, LLC may use such video footage and photographs of me and/or my child without my name and for any lawful purpose, including for example such purposes as publicity, illustration, advertising and Web content. I understand that in order to promote the safety of students, employees and visitors, as well as the security of its facilities, video surveillance may be conducted of the studios and outside premises at any time. The exception being private areas of restrooms and dressing rooms. Cameras may be positioned in appropriate places and used in order to help promote the safety and security of people and property. I hereby give my consent to such video surveillance at any time Academy Dance Center, LLC may choose.

I agree to pay Academy Dance Center, LLC for services rendered (e.g., the teaching of dance lessons in person or online) according to the set fees listed and determined by the amount of classes taken. I understand that monthly payments are due by the 5th of each month and quarterly balances must be paid in full 15 days before the end of each calendar quarter. I have read and agree to pay a late fee of $35 if my account is past due the provided payment deadlines and understand that the fee for a returned check, echeck/declined card is $35.
I have read and understand the Minimum Ticket Purchase Policy for the Year-End Production and agree to pay the set Family Package of 5 tickets at $23 each for my children. I agree to pay the amount stated in the Minimum Ticket Purchase Policy in order for my child to perform and receive costumes for the Year-End production. I have read & understand the Minimum Ticket Purchase Policy is in full effect unless notified through billing and email concerning the format change to the 'Ticket Policy Exception.' In the event this situation arises, I agree to pay the amount stated in the Ticket Policy Exception in order for my child to perform and receive costumes for the Year-End production.
I further acknowledge that my child will not be allowed to participate in the Year-End production with any outstanding balances on my account. I understand there are No Refunds for any reason and that my Account will be credited for use within 1 year of payment date.

Virtual Class Agreement - I understand that if my child/children participate through the Academy's ZOOM CLASS options, they are expected to attend class each week and dress appropriately for class. I understand & agree that Zoom students may attend in person classes as soon as restrictions allow and are able to participate in the Year-End production.
I agree and understand my child/children is engaging in this virtual activity at their own risk I understand it is my responsibility to prepare a space for my child/children to perform any virtual dancing in an open area free from obstacles. I understand that my child/children are able to go at their own pace and by using the Academy's Zoom classes or online videos, I agree to waive all liability and hold harmless Academy Dance Center, LLC and its owners, directors, faculty and staff for any injury to my child/children or to others, or property damage.

Acknowledgement of Academy Dance Center, LLC's Booklet of Policies and Procedures: I [the parent/guardian] and my child/children acknowledge and agree that we have both read and understand the full contents and scope of Academy Dance Center LLC's 2020-2021 Dance Season Booklet. Further, we agree to follow all the listed policies and procedures in Academy Dance Center LLC's Booklet.

In addition to the content provided in the booklet, I also have read, understand, and agree to the following policy terms and conditions:
1. There are NO Refunds for any reason. If a student fails to take classes (in-person or virtual) paid for in advance, a credit will be given and those lessons must be used within a period of a year after date of payment.

2. Tuition Rates are not prorated based on the number of classes in a given month. No portion of fees, paid or outstanding is refundable in the event of absence, withdrawal, or dismissal from Academy Dance Center.

3. Tuition is posted to the 'Jack Rabbit' family account on the 1st of each month and auto-pay occurs on the 5th of the month. I fully understand that automatic payments through credit/debit or e-checks are the only valid form of payment to the Academy for this season until further notice.

4. CLASS CHANGE [DROP/ADD] If my child needs to drop or add a class at any time during the year, I will need to fill out & submit a 'Class Drop-Add' Form from the Academy Dance Center LLC website online. I understand I will continue to be charged for tuition until the drop-add form has been completed and requests must be completed on or before the 28th of the month in order to stop the following month's charge & automatic tuition withdrawal. If the class is dropped after the 28th of the month I will be charged on the fifth of the next month for tuition due.

5. WITHDRAWAL: In the event of a full withdrawal from the Academy Dance Center LLC, a 'Withdrawal' Form must be filled out & submitted through the Academy Dance Center LLC website. To close the account, 'Withdrawal' Forms must be submitted 14 days in advance from the student's final class. The account holder is still responsible for paying any remaining account balances in addition to the tuition amount for the next 14 days if it has not already been paid. Unless notified through the online submission form, the account will still be considered open, charged, and we reserve the right to turn over any balance to a collection agency.

6. I understand, agree, and acknowledge that if there is any remaining Balance on my account at the end of the season, my child will not be able to perform in the Year-End Production.

7. I have read and full understand that Costume Invoices will be posted during October to my account. I also understand that final costume balances must be paid by Monday, December 21, 2020 for my child/ren to have any and all costumes ordered to participate in the Year-End production.

8. I agree, will adhere to, and fully understand, regardless of any reason (including non-participation), that costume payments are non-refundable after January 1, 2021 and the tangible costume/s (if not participating) will be mine to pick-up after the Year-End production.

Thank you for your continued support of Academy Dance Center. As with the transmission of any communicable illness, such as cold, flu or other viruses, you or your student may be exposed to COVID-19 at any time or any place. Be assured that we have always and continue to have strict cleaning measures in place to limit transmission of illnesses at the Academy. We have also developed stricter guidelines to make our re-opening even safer in the face of COVID-19.
Despite our careful attention to cleaning, disinfection, use of face coverings and social distancing, there is still a chance you or your student could be exposed to COVID-19 at our studio. Therefore, please know that your child's participation in the program at Academy Dance Center, LLC is at your own risk.
Although the Academy is re-opening with the full intention of completing a new school year, there is no guarantee that we will be able to do so if local, state or federal authorities mandate cancellations or closures due to COVID-19. This closure also extends to the postponement of our annual Year-End production, which may be produced at a later date or with additional restrictions. Should Academy Dance Center, LLC be forced to close, it will continue to offer virtual/Zoom classes when available but cannot refund or transfer any fees paid in advance.
By clicking agree and electronically signing this form, I agree with and understand each of the following statements:

I understand and accept the risk of exposure to myself and my child/ren to COVID- 19 and consent to participate in the programs offered by Academy Dance Center, LLC.

I agree to submit to the use of face coverings, social distancing, and other COVID-19 preventative measures as set forth in our safety precautions.

I understand that Academy Dance Center, LLC may be forced to close, or classes temporarily canceled due to state, local or federal mandates related to COVID-19 and agree that any fees paid in advance are non-refundable and non-transferable, with makeup/Zoom classes offered when available.

I understand the dates of our Year-End Production may change if there is a closure to the Academy Dance Center, LLC or hosting theatre (RiverCenter) and any costume fees paid are non-refundable.

I have read and understand the following warning issued by the State of Georgia - Senate Bill 359:
Warning - Any person entering the premises waives all civil liability against this premise's owner and operator for any injuries caused by the inherent risk associated with contracting COVID-19 at public gatherings, except for gross negligence, willful and wanton misconduct, reckless infliction of harm, or intentional infliction of harm, by the individual or entity of the premises. O.C.G.A. 51-16-3

I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the policies, protocols, and procedures outlined in the Academy Dance Center, LLC COVID-19 Handbook. I understand and agree these are subject to change based on guidelines provided by the CDC and local board of health. Additionally, the studio directors may use their discretion to make any changes they see necessary for the health and safety of their students and staff.

I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives, and next of kin HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS Academy Dance Center, LLC, its officers, officials, agents and/or employees, other participants, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct activities ('RELEASEES") WITH RESPECT TO COVID- 19, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE.

I HAVE READ THIS COVID-19 RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, AND SIGN (including electronic signature) IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.