RELEASE OF LIABILITY C & C Studios, Inc. DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio READ CAREFULLY - THIS AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS In exchange for participation in the activity of Dance Instruction organized by C & C Studios DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio, 104 S. Beaver Street, Yorkville, IL 60560) and/or use of the property, facilities and services of C & C Studios DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio, I agree for myself and (if applicable) for the members of my family, to the following:
1. AGREEMENT TO FOLLOW DIRECTIONS. I agree to observe and obey all posted rules and warnings, and further agree to follow any oral instructions or directions given by C & C Studios DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio, or the employees, representatives or agents of C & C Studios DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio.
2. ASSUMPTION OF THE RISKS AND RELEASE. I recognize that there are certain inherent risks associated with the above described activity and I assume full responsibility for personal injury to myself and (if applicable) my family members, and further release and discharge C & C Studios DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio for injury, loss or damage arising out of my or my family's use of or presence upon the facilities of C & C Studios DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio, whether caused by the fault of myself, my family, C & C Studios DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio or other third parties.
3. INDEMNIFICATION. I agree to indemnify and defend C & C Studios DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio against all claims, causes of action, damages, judgments, costs or expenses, including attorney fees and other litigation costs, which may in any way arise from my or my family's use of or presence upon the facilities of C & C Studios DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio.
4. FEES. I agree to pay for all damages to the facilities of C & C Studios DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio caused by any negligent, reckless, or willful actions by me or my family.
5. CONSENT. I, (parent or guardian of registered dancer), consent to the participation of my dancer(s) which are minors, registered in the activity of Dance Instruction, and agree on behalf of the minor(s) to all of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. By agreeing to this Release of Liability, I represent that I have legal authority over and custody of the registered minor(s).
6. MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION. In the event of an injury to the above minor during the above described activities, I give my permission to C & C Studios Inc. DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio or to the employees, representatives or agents of C & C Studios Inc, DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio to arrange for all necessary medical treatment for which I shall be financially responsible. This temporary authority will begin on immediately upon enrollment and will remain in effect until terminated in writing by the undersigned or when the above described activities are completed. C & C Studios, Inc DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio shall have the following powers:
7. APPLICABLE LAW. Any legal or equitable claim that may arise from participation in the above shall be resolved under Illinois law.
8. NO DURESS. I agree and acknowledge that I am under no pressure or duress to sign this Agreement and that I have been given a reasonable opportunity to review it before signing. I further agree and acknowledge that I am free to have my own legal counsel review this Agreement if I so desire. I further agree and acknowledge that C & C Studios, Inc DBA Virtues In Motion Dance Studio has offered to refund any fees I have paid to use its facilities if I choose not to sign this Agreement.
9. ARM'S LENGTH AGREEMENT. This Agreement and each of its terms are the product of an arms' length negotiation between the Parties. In the event any ambiguity is found to exist in the interpretation of this Agreement, or any of its provisions, the Parties, and each of them, explicitly reject the application of any legal or equitable rule of interpretation which would lead to a construction either "for" or "against" a particular party based upon their status as the drafter of a specific term, language, or provision giving rise to such ambiguity.
10. ENFORCEABILITY. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of this Agreement, whether standing alone or as applied to a particular occurrence or circumstance, shall not affect the a.The power to seek appropriate medical treatment or attention on behalf of my child as may be required by the circumstances, including without limitation, that of a licensed medical physician and/or a hospital; b.The power to authorize medical treatment or medical procedures in an emergency situation; and c.The power to make appropriate decisions regarding clothing, bodily nourishment and shelter. The validity or enforceability of any other provision of this Agreement or of any other applications of such provision, as the case may be, and such invalid or unenforceable provision shall be deemed not to be a part of this Agreement.
11. DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties will attempt to resolve any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement through friendly negotiations amongst the parties. If the matter is not resolved by negotiation, the parties will resolve the dispute using the below Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) procedure. Any controversies or disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement will be submitted to mediation in accordance with any statutory rules of mediation. If mediation is not successful in resolving the entire dispute or is unavailable, any outstanding issues will be submitted to final and binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitrator's award will be final, and judgment may be entered upon it by any court having proper jurisdiction.
12. EMERGENCY CONTACT. In case of an emergency, please call the registered minors emergency contacts of the registered minor(s) per the information I provide within the minors registration account in The Studio Director. I have received or will obtain a copy of Virtues in Motion Dance Studio policies and will take the responsibility to carefully read and follow the rules and policies therein. I understand that Virtues in Motion Dance Studio does not give credit and/or refunds for class(es) missed due to holiday, vacation, illness, weather, etc. I further understand that there are specific risks of physical or property damages, losses, or injury that may result from my or my child’s participation with Virtues in Motion Dance Studio, and I voluntarily assume the risks associated with such participation. I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND UNDERSTAND IT. I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE, I VOLUNTARILY SURRENDER CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS.
I have received or will obtain a copy of Virtues in Motion Dance Studio policies and will take the responsibility to carefully read and follow the rules and policies therein. I understand that Virtues in Motion Dance Studio does not give credit and/or refunds for class(es) missed due to holiday, vacation, illness, weather, etc. I further understand that there are specific risks of physical or property damages, losses, or injury that may result from my or my child’s participation with Virtues in Motion Dance Studio, and I voluntarily assume the risks associated with such participation.
I Accept - Health Information and Medical Release/Waiver Form 2025-26
I myself and/or, I, the parent/guardian of the registered minor(s), acknowledge that participation in dance is potentially dangerous and there is an inherent risk of injury involved. In allowing my child to participate in Virtues In Motion Dance Studio activities, I hereby assume all the risks associated with the performing arts. I understand the importance of myself and my child following the instructions and rules set by their instructors, and I agree to release Virtues In Motion Dance Studio and its employees of any and all liability which may arise as a result of my child’s participation in activities at Virtues In Motion Dance Studio.
Health, Viruses, & Covid Release of Liability
⬜ I understand that Virtues In Motion Dance Studio cannot be held liable for exposure to COVID-19 OR ANY VIRUS traced to another individual that may have allegedly transferred said virus within the studio facility.
** Parent Release Form for Photography and Videography - 2025-26
I, the undersigned, give permission for Virtues In Motion Dance Studio to use video footage and/or photographs of my child, the registered minor(s), during classes for studio advertising purposes. This usage may include (but is not exclusive to) displaying publicly, distributing, or publishing, photographs, and/or video of my child for use in materials that include, but may not be limited to: - printed materials (e.g. - brochures and newsletters) - online and offline advertising and promotion - videos and digital images such for use on Social Media. By signing this form, I acknowledge that I am giving unrestricted permission for my child’s image to be used in print, video, and digital media. I agree that these images may be used by Virtues In Motion Dance Studio for a variety of purposes and that these images may be used without further notification. I do understand that any identifying information including surname and location will not be used in conjunction with any video or digital images.
Virtues In Motion Dance Studio and anyone else involved in the operations of the studio's premises, including but not limited to, instructors, visiting faculty, and all other staff (are hereinafter referred to as "Virtues In Motion Dance Studio").
Age of Consent * (By clicking Accept below, you are consenting to at least one of the following choices if completing this registration online with no paper documentation.)
⬜ The Student is a Minor under the age of Eighteen (18) and has a consenting parent or legal guardian completing this document on their behalf.
⬜ OR, I am an Adult Student over the age of Eighteen 18).
⬜ OR, VIM Dance Classes in current class schedule for 2025-26
⬜ OR, VIM Company Team Intensive or Team Related Event
⬜ VIM Dance Camps, Master Classes, & Other Misc Dance Events, Pop-Classes, Workshops, or other Events Dancer Attends within the facility.
Electronic Signature Agreement. By signing this Waiver agreement electronically, I agree this electronic signature is the legal equivalent of my manual signature on this agreement.
I have had sufficient opportunity to read this entire document. I have read and understood it, and I agree to be bound by its terms.
