Terms & Conditions
I agree that registration constitutes as a signature and forms a binding contract with Seven Hills Dance Studio for the season of September – May. By registering, I accept responsibility for tuition and costumes regardless of attendance and hereby authorize Seven Hills Dance Studio to auto-charge the method on file. I have read and understood all of the studio policy information and agree to be bound by the policies, waiver, and release below.
Withdrawal Policy
All withdrawals must be made in writing by November 1. I agree that dropping a class after November 1, or failing to give written notice before November 1, requires me to pay tuition for the duration of the contract (Sept-May) and all costume fees. Subject to change pending COVID-19 and measures of government authority.
Age Deadlines
Must be required age Sept 1 for Sept – May season. Must be required age by July 15 for Summer Camps. New students are observed for final placement. Teachers decide when students progress to next level. We reserve the right to cancel or change classes based on enrollment.
Attendance
Regular attendance is essential, but please stay home if you or family member are sick. Email or text us about absences. If injured, attend to observe and take notes.
Class Descriptions
For info about our curriculum, see Classes.
Dress Code
For required hair, attire, & shoes, see Dress Code.
Tuition & Fees
Based on class time per student, per week. See Tuition Chart.
Ex. If class time = 1 hour each week, tuition is $50 per month.
Annual Recital
All students, except Creative Movement, perform in May Recital. See Recital.
COVID-19
We are dedicated to the health and safety of our dance family. Help us keep our doors open and provide a safe space to dance!
Drop-off & Pick-up
- Lobby open for drop-off & pick-up only.
- Only dancers may wait in the lobby to minimize traffic & exposure.
- Ages 2-7: One person is allowed at drop-off & pick-up if needed.
- Otherwise, drop-off at the door or in the parking lot if dancer is older/able.
- New students: One person may enter lobby 1st week for drop-off & pick-up.
- Drop-off & pick-up on time. Studio opens 5 min before the first class of the day & closes 5 minutes after the last class.
- DO NOT block store entrances with cars.
- NOT responsible for outside activity.
- Wait for rides in protected corner area.
- Wear cover-ups outside.
Face Coverings, Health Screening & Cleaning
- Ages 5 & up wear masks. We highly recommend masks for ages 2-4.
- Staff/Students conduct self-screen prior before class. Do not attend if sick. Those with symptoms or fever will be sent home.
- Bring water bottle. Water fountain open for refilling only.
- Please limit snacking/eating at the studio since that is an unmasked activity!
- Social distancing to extent possible.
- Hand sanitizer throughout studio.
- Frequent disinfection & cleaning.
- Medical grade HEPA air purifier.
Please let us know if student is experiencing symptoms, or if anyone living in the same home has tested positive.
If experiencing fever, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, sore throat, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or loss of taste or smell, may not return until tested negative, or are 10 days from the onset of symptoms and fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications.
Positive tests may not return until 10 days from the onset of symptoms and fever free without the use of fever reducing medication for 24 hours. Must have improvement in respiratory symptoms including cough and shortness of breath before returning even after the 10 day isolation. If never developed symptoms, they should not return to the studio until 10 days after date of first positive test.
If exposed, must wait 10 days to return to the studio for in person class unless vaccinated or student may return after Day 7 with a negative PCR or antigen test performed on or after Day 5.
Zoom
Last year, only a handful of students utilized our zoom services so we will NOT be re-instating zoom classes. If absent/quarantining when recital choreography is being taught, we will video and share if needed. In the event of a lengthy shutdown, zoom MAY be re-instated. Classes would be held at the same day/time from home.
Communication
We do NOT send monthly bills. Payments are scheduled via auto-pay to a secure method on file. Statements will be sent ONLY if account is overdue. Emails and texts are utilized to send newsletters, overdue statements, schedules, etc. Like us on facebook and follow us on instagram for updates.
Inclement Weather
Since we serve many different areas and schools, we do not follow school district closing policies. Closings will be emailed/texted or posted to social media by 2 PM. Make-up options are not available at this time due to our COVID Health & Safety plan.
Liability Waiver
As a participant, or as a parent/guardian of a participant of Seven Hills Dance Studio programs, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury and I agree to assume full risk of any injuries, including damages, death or loss which may be sustained as a result of participation in any activities connected with Seven Hills Dance Studio. I agree to waive and relinquish all claims agains Seven Hills Dance Studio and its faculty members from any and all claims resulting from participation in the program. In case of accidents or sickness, I consent to temporary first aid for myself or my child to be rendered by staff and/or emergency medical care to be provided by ambulance or hospital personnel. I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and other contagious diseases and viruses and voluntarily assume the risks that I and/or my children may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending and participating and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death.
I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS Seven Hills Dance Studio their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL ILLNESS, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Image Release
I understand that photographs, recordings, tapings, or filming of participants by any and all Seven Hills Dance Studio employees, independent contractors, or members of the press become the property of Seven Hills Dance Studio and may be used in current or future print/tv/video/web form and/or sale.
