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. Dropping a class after November 1, or failing to give written notice before November 1, requires tuition payments for the duration of the contract (Sept-May) and all costume fees. Subject to change pending COVID-19 and measures of government authority. Withdrawals are considered effective the date the studio is notified, not the last date a student attended class.
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. In the event of government imposed shutdown, classes would be held at the same day/time from home via Zoom.
Calendar & Inclement Weather
Since we serve many different areas and schools, we do not follow school district closing policies. Visit our Calendar page for all holidays and closings. In the event of inclement weather, closing info will be emailed/texted or posted to social media by 2 PM.
Communication
We do NOT send monthly bills. 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. Email us at ryan@sevenhilldance.com or text the studio at 434-284-7177 anytime!
Annual Recital
All students, except Creative Movement, perform in our May Recital. See Recital page.
Drop-off & Pick-up
- Studio opens 5 min before the first class of the day & closes 5 minutes after the last class.
- Please drop-off/pick-up students for classes on time.
- Ages 2-8: Teachers will announce line-up in the lobby to take dancers to class. They will bring them back to the lobby after class.
- DO NOT block other store entrances with cars or pick-up lines. Be courteous.
- We are NOT responsible for dancers outside of classes or for outside activity.
- Wait for rides in protected corner area.
- Wear cover-ups outside.
COVID-19
- Conduct self-screen prior before class.
- Do not attend if sick. Those with symptoms or fever will be sent home.
- Hand sanitizer throughout studio.
- Frequent disinfection & cleaning.
- Medical grade HEPA air purifier.
If positive for COVID-19:
Stay home for 5 days or longer if symptoms or fever do no resolve. Wear a mask around others for 5 additional days.
If exposed and up to date on vaccines:
Monitor symptoms for 10 days. Test on Day 5 if possible. If you develop symptoms, get tested and stay home.
If exposed and unvaccinated:
Stay home for 5 days. Wear a mask around others for 5 additional days. If you cannot quarantine, wear a mask for 10 days. Test on day 5 if possible. If you develop symptoms, get tested and stay home.
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.