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Indianola Dance Academy
Dancer Release Statement

READ BEFORE SIGNING

In consideration of _______________________________________, my child(ren)/ward(s) being allowed to participate in the sport of twirling, tumbling, dance, acrobatics and/or specialized sports training, related events and activities, I as the parent or guardian knowingly and freely assume all such risks, both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the releases or others, and assume full responsibility for my child's participation.

PART 1: Release to allow Indianola Dance Academy, INC. (IDA) to render First Aid and/or seek Emergency Services in the absence of Parents or Guardians.

I fully understand that IDA staff members are not physicians or medical practitioners of any kind. With the above in mind, I hereby release the IDA staff to render temporary first aid to my child or children in the event of any injury or illness, and if deemed necessary by the IDA staff to seek medical help, including calling 911 for said child. ______(initials)

PART 2: Agreement not to sue or cause litigation versus Indianola Dance Academy, INC., its agents or employees.

We, the staff of IDA, recognize our obligation to make our students and their parents aware of the risks and hazards associated with the sport of twirling, tumbling, dance, acrobatics and/or specialized sports training. Students may suffer injuries, possibly dangerous and can lead to injury or death.

Parents should make their children aware of the possibility of injury and encourage their children to follow all the safety rules and the coaches’ instructions. ______(initials)

Indianola Dance Academy, INC., its coaches, teachers and other staff members, will not accept responsibility for injuries sustained by any student during the course of open workouts or in the course of any performance, clinic or competition in which he or she may participate or while traveling to or from the event.

With the above in mind, and being fully aware of the risks and possibility of injury involved, I consent to have my child or children participate in the programs offered by IDA and or its representatives whether paid or volunteer. ______(initials)

I also affirm that I now have and will continue to prove proper insurance coverage which I consider adequate for both my child's and my own protection. ______(initials)

I also understand that it is the parent's responsibility to warn the child about the dangers of injury. The parent should warn the child according to what the parent feels is appropriate. IDA will only warn the child through safety messages that align with our teaching style and progressions. ______(initials)

PART 3: I have read the policies, fees and payment plans. I agree to follow the rules as stated in the policies of the Indianola Dance Academy, INC. If I fail to follow the rules as stated, I know that my child may be dropped from classes. I agree to make the payments required for my child(ren) to participate in the classes he/she/they are registered and all other fees and merchandise involved. I also agree to pay any late fees outlined in these policies, legal fees, mediation or court costs if the Indianola Dance Academy has to pursue payment of my account.

I HAVE READ THE RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT AND THE POLICIES, FEES AND PAYMENT PLANS, FULLY UNDERSTAND THE TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT INDUCEMENT.

* Classes require BLACK leotards, bike or unitards. Form fitting tanks, shorts, capris or leggings are acceptable, as well. Students attire should be modest and age appropriate, if you have questions, ask.

* Male students can wear gym shorts or sweatpants with a t-shirt or tank top.

* All hair needs to be kept out of dancers faces. If it is too short we will work together to come up with a way to keep their hair clear of their line of site and not a distraction to them in class. This is to ensure their visibility and there are no exceptions. Hairspray or another form of hair product needs to be used to keep the hair smooth and away from the dancers faces.

* Our dress code is not just for uniformity in the classroom but also it keeps the instructors eyes focused on the technique and movements as opposed to being drawn by the eye. We will have occasional classes for the students to dress out in multi colored leotards, still following other dress code expectations.

* Children are required to wear appropriate dance shoes for each genre during class. The style is available for purchase from our Nimbly store and you will find we have found a great quality shoe at a value rate for your family. There may be extras available to borrow at the studio.

** Dress Code Infringements: 1st Offense Warning. 2nd Offense parents need to bring clothes, child can not participate until clothes here. Following Offenses dancer will need to be picked up.

* We are an inclusive studio that does not tolerate bullying in any manner. Any incidents of physical or psychological threats will be handled immediately and may cause immediate termination with NO REFUNDS.
* NO GUM or CANDY allowed during class time.
* Please have young children use the restroom at home prior to class time. It is disruptive to other classmates during instruction time.
* Siblings should not be unsupervised or disruptive. It is the parent's responsibility to ensure this rule is followed.
* Dancers are not allowed in studio areas prior to class time unless invited by instructor.
* Running and yelling in the lobby or hallways is unacceptable, this is for the safety and protection of all who visit the studio.
* Parents wanting to discuss items that are not an emergency will need to wait until after class times by setting an appointment, via email. Please do not disrupt class time.
* Absences and late arrivals are a distraction in class, if your child must be late or absent, please email the studio prior to class time.
* We reserve the right to refuse service.
* If you choose to drop a class or discontinue all classes, we require you complete a drop form at the front desk by the 15th of the month. Informing the teacher or failure to return does not constitute a drop. If a class is dropped after the 15th the account will be charged for the following month's tuition.

* There are no refunds, we limit class sizes and each child has reserved a spot that could have gone to another student. If your student stops attending mid season, fees paid are forfeited.

Payments for regular season classes are due by the 25th of the previous month with cash or check payments at the front desk. We will invoice you monthly and you can pay via our parent portal from the comfort of your own home with a small convenience fee from the vendor or at the front desk. All discounts are noted on your account and a $10 late fee will be assessed after seven days if still not paid, after two weeks your dancer will NOT be able to attend until tuition is paid. Every week tution is delayed another late fee is added.

Tuition for Camps, Summer or Clinics are due at Registration via our parent portal or at the front desk.

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