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Parent Conduct

The Instituto de Folklor Mexicano (IFM) has a ZERO tolerance policy for misconduct by a dancer or their family members. Shaping our dancers into well-mannered, respectable individuals is essential for their growth and to foster a POSITIVE learning environment. Allowing parents to be disrespectful and gossip gives students the impression that it is acceptable. Therefore, ALL IFM parents must follow our Code of Conduct.

I will promote teamwork and sportsmanship for all students and spectators in a positive manner.

I will not question the judgment of any faculty member or choreographer. IFM's teachers, assistants, and mentors work together to develop ALL dancers.

I will support my child's class, teachers, and choreographers and allow the teachers to manage their dancers and choreography in a way that best benefits the entire class.

Classes are taught by level. If you feel your dancer is too advanced for the class they are placed in, you can request a re-evaluation by the teacher and one of our Directors.

As a role model for my child and the other dancers, my conduct at the studio, performances, and other studio events must be above reproach and represent the highest standards of morality, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Therefore, I pledge that:

I will exhibit exemplary behavior at any studio, performances, or IFM meetings.
I will control my emotions at all times and be considerate of the collective emotions of all dancers and parents.
I will not make disparaging remarks or publicly criticize any teacher, choreographer, choreography placement, costumes, other parents, or other dance schools.
I will ensure my child is committed to the performances they sign up for. Failure to do so will result in the dancer being unable to perform for two subsequent shows.
My child's practice time, IFM events, or shows are not times to gossip, and as a parent, I will not engage or contribute to such behavior.

I will direct all inquiries to my child's instructor first regarding my child's development, costumes, schedule, etc. I will contact the Director regarding concerns not resolved by my primary instructor or concerns about parent conduct.

IFM Dance Director, Gloria Garza-Wells: 623-326-1987
Assistant Director, Cynthia Ramirez: 520-395-6004
Violations of this conduct will result in the following actions:

The family will be asked to leave the event, as we do NOT resolve concerns in a public setting.
A meeting will be requested to address any parental concerns and develop a plan of action to help the families. The dancer will not be welcomed back to practice until a meeting is held.
Parents who refuse to resolve concerns in this manner will not be allowed to return.

Practice Attire Guidelines

For Females:
Top: Leotard (preferably black) or black IFM shirt
Bottom: Leggings, dance pants, or dance shorts
Footwear: Folklorico shoes (avoid boots for technique or warm-up, as they restrict ankle rotation and flexion)
Hair: Neatly pulled back in a bun. No loose hair (bangs must be pinned back). Use hairspray or gel if needed.
Personal Hygiene: Ensure you are clean and fresh-smelling, brush your teeth, and wear clean socks.
Prohibited Items: No gum.

Must Bring:
Practice skirt
Rebozo (Teen/Masters/Junior co)
Fan (Teen/Masters/Junior co)
Water bottle (only water; no soda, juice, etc.)

For Males:
Top: Sweat-absorbent, fitted IFM shirt
Bottom: Dance pants or fitted sport pants (avoid basketball shorts or baggy pants)
Footwear: Folklorico boots
Hair: Neat and tidy
Personal Hygiene: Ensure you are clean and fresh-smelling, brush your teeth, and wear clean socks.
Prohibited Items: No gum.

Must Bring:
Extra shirt (if necessary)
Sombrero (if requested)
Water bottle (only water; no soda, juice, etc.)
Note: Students not dressed in the correct practice attire will be treated as recreational dancers and will not be permitted to perform.

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Directrices de Vestimenta para la Práctica

Para Mujeres:
Parte Superior: Leotardo (preferiblemente negro) o camiseta negra de IFM
Parte Inferior: Leggings, pantalones de danza o shorts de danza
Calzado: Zapatos de Folklorico (evitar botas para técnica o calentamiento, ya que restringen la rotación y flexión del tobillo)
Cabello: Recogido de manera ordenada en un moño. Sin cabello suelto (los flequillos deben estar sujetos). Utilizar laca o gel si es necesario.
Higiene Personal: Asegúrate de estar limpio y con buen olor, cepíllate los dientes y usa calcetas limpias.
Artículos Prohibidos: No se permite chicle.
Debe Llevar:

Falda de práctica
Rebozo (para adolescentes/Maestros/Junior Co)
Abanico (para adolescentes/Maestros/Junior Co)
Botella de agua (solo agua; no refrescos, jugos, etc.)

Para Hombres:
Parte Superior: Camiseta absorbente de sudor y ajustada de IFM
Parte Inferior: Pantalones de danza o pantalones deportivos ajustados (evitar shorts de baloncesto o pantalones holgados)
Calzado: Botas de Folklorico
Cabello: Ordenado y bien cuidado
Higiene Personal: Asegúrate de estar limpio y con buen olor, cepíllate los dientes y usa calcetas limpias.
Artículos Prohibidos: No se permite chicle.

Debe Llevar:
Camiseta extra (si es necesario)
Sombrero (si se solicita)
Botella de agua (solo agua; no refrescos, jugos, etc.)

Nota: Los estudiantes que no estén vestidos con la vestimenta adecuada para la práctica serán considerados como bailarines recreativos y no se les permitirá participar en las presenta

WAIVER AND RELEASE BY PARTICIPANT OF INSTITUTO DE FOLKOR MEXICANO, INC

In consideration of my voluntary participation in the _______ (the “Program”) at facilities within INSTITUTO DE FOLKOR MEXICANO, INC (the “IFM”), the undersigned participants and/or participant’s parents and/or guardians (collectively, “Participants”) agree as follows:

Assumption of Risk
I acknowledge that participation in the Program involves risks (both known and unknown) including, but not limited to, physical injury, mental stress, and damage or destruction of personal property. I agree to assume all risks associated with the Program, including those arising from equipment malfunction, design defects, and negligent operation or use of equipment.

Medical Condition
I represent and warrant that the Participant has no physical or mental condition that would prevent participation or increase risk. I agree to stop participation if I believe it may be unsafe or harmful and to notify IFM immediately of any issues encountered during the Program.

Release and Waiver
I release and waive any claims against IFM, its officers, volunteers, officials, employees, agents, and elected officials (collectively, the “IFM Parties”) for any injury, death, or property damage arising from participation in the Program, including claims based in negligence.

Indemnification
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless IFM and the IFM Parties from any liability for damage or injury resulting from my participation in the Program, including without limitation injury, death, or other liability. This agreement covers any claims, demands, or actions by myself, my heirs, or my personal representatives, including claims of negligence. I agree not to seek contribution or indemnification from IFM or IFM Parties if sued by any party in connection with the Program.

Images and Recordings
I consent to the unrestricted use of my image and/or name in connection with the Program by IFM or its authorized representatives, including photographs, audio or video recordings, interviews, and other media. If I change my mind, i will email the director directly.

Consent of Parent/Guardian (If Participant is a minor)
The undersigned, as the parent or legal guardian (“Parent/Guardian”) of the Participant, consents to the Participant’s participation in the Program and executes this Waiver and Release on their behalf. Parent/Guardian affirms that Participant meets all requirements for participation and agrees to hold IFM and IFM Parties harmless from any loss, liability, damage, or expense resulting from the Participant’s participation in the Program.

Accommodations for IEP or 504 Plan
I agree to inform IFM’s directors of any Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan that the Participant has, to ensure that necessary accommodations can be made for the dancer. I understand that it is my responsibility to provide this information to support the Participant’s successful participation in the Program.

Agreement Cancellation: Our dance software does not store bank account information. All credit card numbers and bank details are stored by the Merchant Processor.The date this Addendum is entered into is for the September 6, 2025- May 6, 2026. The date this membership begins is September 1, 2025.

DUES: This Addendum has a 1 month minimum Plan Term with a month-to-month continuation after the expiration of the Term. Buyer may cancel after the Term in person by filling out a cancelation request on online at www.folkloricoaz.com Click on Parents Guide. You must give a minimum thirty (14) days notice prior to your next scheduled dues payment to avoid an additional payment. VERBAL NOTIFICATION IS NOT ACCEPTED. Parents will be charged until official notice is received whether they not attend the class or not. Nor can they file a fraudulent charge to their Bank to avoid not paying their tuition. Said Bank will also not try to retrieve or refund any monies from their customer.
-You are authorizing regularly scheduled charges to your checking/savings account or credit card.
-You will be charged the amount indicated below each billing period.
-The charge will appear on your bank statement as an “Instituto de folklor mexicano.
NO prior-notification will be provided unless the date or amount changes, in which case you will receive notice from us at least 10 days prior to the payment being collected.
-The only thing that will change amount are added late fees; recital fees, rental fees, etc. If they are past due.
-Payment for non-tuition payments may be made via cash, check or online on our parent portal.
o I understand that this authorization will remain in effect until I cancel it in writing via website www.folkloricoaz.com via IFM parent Guide/ 15 day drop notice.
o I agree to notify Instituto de folklor mexicano in writing of any changes in my account information or termination of this authorization at least 15 days prior to the next billing date. Updating payment information is done via Parent Portal only.
o If the above-noted payment dates fall on a weekend or holiday, I understand that the payments may be executed on the next business day. For ACH debits to my checking/savings account, I understand that because these are electronic transactions, these funds may be withdrawn from my account as soon as the above noted periodic transaction dates.
o In the case of an ACH Transaction being rejected for Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) I understand that Instituto de folklor mexicano may at its discretion attempt to process the charge again within 30 days and agree to an additional $25 charge for each attempt returned NSF which will be initiated as a separate transaction from the authorized recurring payment.
o I acknowledge that the origination of ACH transactions to my account must comply with the provisions of U.S. law.
o I certify that I am an authorized user of the credit card/bank account on file and will not dispute these scheduled transactions with my bank or credit card company; so long as the transactions correspond to the terms indicated in this authorization form.

I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT BETWEEN MYSELF AND INSTITUTO DE FOLKOR MEXICANO, INC AND I SIGN IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.
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EXONERACIÓN Y LIBERACIÓN DE RESPONSABILIDAD POR PARTE DEL PARTICIPANTE DE INSTITUTO DE FOLKLOR MEXICANO, INC
En consideración a mi participación voluntaria en el _______ (el “Programa”) en las instalaciones del INSTITUTO DE FOLKLOR MEXICANO, INC (el “IFM”), los participantes que firman a continuación y/o los padres y/o tutores del participante (colectivamente, “Participantes”) acuerdan lo siguiente:

Asunción de Riesgo
Reconozco que la participación en el Programa conlleva riesgos (tanto conocidos como desconocidos) que incluyen, pero no se limitan a, lesiones físicas, estrés mental y daño o destrucción de propiedad personal. Acepto asumir todos los riesgos asociados con el Programa, incluidos los que surgen de malfuncionamientos del equipo, defectos de diseño y operación o uso negligente del equipo.

Condición Médica
Declaro y garantizo que el Participante no tiene ninguna condición física o mental que impida la participación o que aumente el riesgo. Acepto detener la participación si creo que puede ser inseguro o perjudicial y notificar inmediatamente al IFM sobre cualquier problema encontrado durante el Programa.

Liberación y Exoneración
Libero y renuncio a cualquier reclamación contra IFM, sus oficiales, voluntarios, funcionarios, empleados, agentes y oficiales electos (colectivamente, las “Partes de IFM”) por cualquier lesión, muerte o daño a la propiedad que surja de la participación en el Programa, incluyendo reclamaciones basadas en negligencia.

Indemnización
Acepto indemnizar y mantener a IFM y a las Partes de IFM a salvo de cualquier responsabilidad por daño o lesión resultante de mi participación en el Programa, incluyendo, sin limitación, lesión, muerte u otra responsabilidad. Este acuerdo cubre cualquier reclamación, demanda o acción por parte de mí, mis herederos o mis representantes personales, incluyendo reclamaciones de negligencia. Acepto no buscar contribución o indemnización de IFM o de las Partes de IFM si soy demandado por alguna parte en conexión con el Programa.

Imágenes y Grabaciones
Consiento el uso irrestricto de mi imagen y/o nombre en conexión con el Programa por parte de IFM o sus representantes autorizados, incluyendo fotografías, grabaciones de audio o video, entrevistas y otros medios.

Consentimiento de Padre/Tutor (Si el Participante es menor de edad)
El que firma a continuación, como padre o tutor legal (“Padre/Tutor”) del Participante, consiente en la participación del Participante en el Programa y firma esta Exoneración y Liberación en su nombre. El Padre/Tutor afirma que el Participante cumple con todos los requisitos para la participación y acepta mantener a IFM y a las Partes de IFM a salvo de cualquier pérdida, responsabilidad, daño o gasto resultante de la participación del Participante en el Programa.

Adaptaciones para IEP o Plan 504
Acepto informar a los directores de IFM sobre cualquier Programa de Educación Individualizada (IEP) o Plan 504 que tenga el Participante, para asegurar que se puedan realizar las adaptaciones necesarias para el bailarín. Entiendo que es mi responsabilidad proporcionar esta información para apoyar la participación exitosa del Participante en el Programa.

HE LEÍDO CUIDADOSAMENTE ESTA EXONERACIÓN Y LIBERACIÓN Y ENTIENDO COMPLETAMENTE SU CONTENIDO. SOY CONSCIENTE DE QUE ESTO ES UNA LIBERACIÓN DE RESPONSABILIDAD Y UN CONTRATO ENTRE YO Y EL INSTITUTO DE FOLKLOR MEXICANO, INC, Y LO FIRMO DE MI PROPIO LIBRE ALBEDRÍO.