LIABILITY WAIVER AND ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT FOR DANCE SERVICES
Renner Dance – 2026-2027 Season

This Liability Waiver and Enrollment Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between the undersigned parent or legal guardian ("Parent") of the enrolled student(s) ("Student") listed on the signature page hereto and Youth Dance Alpha LLC d/b/a Renner Dance Company ("Studio") for participation in Studio’s dance instruction, classes, and activities for the 2026–2027 dance season (the “Program”).

1. Services and Term. Studio agrees to provide dance instruction and related activities for Student during the 2026–2027 dance season. Enrollment is on an ongoing, month-to-month basis and shall continue until Parent elects to withdraw Student. Parent may withdraw Student at any time by providing 30 days’ prior written notice to the Studio at admin@rennerdance.com. Tuition and fees will remain payable through the end of the 30-day period following notice of withdrawal.

2. Parent Handbook and Policies. By signing this Agreement, Parent agrees to be bound by the Studio’s Parent Packet for the 2026–2027 dance season (the “Parent Packet”), including all policies and procedures therein, which are incorporated into this Agreement by reference. By signing this Agreement, Parent acknowledges that Parent has received and reviewed the Parent Packet and understands the policies outlined therein.

3. Payment Obligations; Tuition and Enrollment. Parent agrees to pay all tuition and fees on time, including for private lessons, costume fees, competition entry fees, and any other amounts due under Studio policies. If tuition or fees are not paid when due, Studio reserves the right to suspend participation or withhold services. Any outstanding balances from prior seasons remain the responsibility of Parent and are collectible under this Agreement. Parent understands and agrees to the following: (a) Student’s tuition rate remains the same regardless of the number of weeks in a month or holidays; (b) tuition is required regardless of absences; including vacation and illness; (c) both dress rehearsal and recital are considered as classes; (d) prorated fees will only apply if a Student registers mid-month; otherwise, fees shall not be prorated or refunded under any circumstances; (e) autopay is run on the 1st of each month; (f) after the 5th day of the month, a $10 late fee will be charged for outstanding amounts; and (g) declined credit card charges or returned checks will be charged a $30 NSF fee.

4. Private Lessons. Parent acknowledges and understands that any private lessons provided to Student at Studio’s locations (“Private Lessons”) are not provided or supervised by the Studio, and that the Studio will not be involved in invoicing or receipt of payment for Private Lessons unless otherwise agreed in writing. Parent agrees that Parent or another responsible adult will be present at all Private Lessons involving Student.

5. Medical Authorization. Parent hereby authorizes the Studio and its representatives, if after a reasonable attempt has been made to reach a parent or guardian to obtain consent or if sound medical practice decrees that there is not time to make such an attempt, to consent to any x-ray examination, anesthetic, medical or surgical procedure, treatment, and/or hospital care, to be rendered to the Student under the general or special supervision of and/or on the advice of any physician, surgeon or dentist duly licensed to practice.

6. Studio Policies. Parent acknowledges that Parent has received, read and understands the Studio’s policies, including but not limited to the Parent Packet. Parent, on behalf of Parent and Student, agrees to adhere to all Studio policies, including but not limited to payments, class conduct and etiquette, dress code, attendance/make-ups, and costume and performance requirements. Parent understands if Parent or Student fails to comply with these policies, Student may be removed from the class. Parent further understands and agrees that Student is expected to behave appropriately while participating in the Program and that Studio reserves the right to dismiss any Student for behavioral issues, safety violations, or repeated policy breaches. The Studio has a zero-tolerance policy relating to bullying, harassment or other disruptive behavior. In addition, Parent agrees to the following:
(a) Parent is responsible for arranging for timely drop-off and pickup of Student for Program activities and Studio is not responsible for any Student left unsupervised before or after Program activities or for Student traveling between Studio locations.
(b) the Program may involve participation in off-site competitions, performance, or workshops and Parent or another authorized adult must be present at all times at such off-site events to supervise Student and Studio assume no responsibility for Student at such events.
(c) Parent agrees to allow the Studio and/or its agents to photograph or record Student during the Program. Parent further agrees that Student’s image or likeness in photographs, videos, or audio may be used for marketing, social media, advertising or promotional purposes, including posting on the Internet or in printed materials. Parent agrees that the use described herein shall be without compensation to Parent or Student. On behalf of Parent and Student, Parent waives any right to inspect or approve the finished electronic, photograph, or printed matter that may be used in conjunction with the printed matter now or in the future and waives Parent’s right to related claims. Parent understands that Parent may opt-out of this media release by using the opt-out option within Dance Studio Pro.

7. Consent to Electronic Communications. Parent hereby consents to receive electronic communication regarding schedule changes, billing, and studio notices relating to the Program.

8. Non-Solicitation of Studio Personnel. Parent acknowledges that the Studio has invested substantial time and resources in recruiting, training, and developing its employees, instructors, and contractors, and that the Studio's relationships with its personnel are valuable assets of the Studio that it has a legitimate interest in protecting. Parent further acknowledges that this provision is a material part of the consideration for the Studio's enrollment of Student and is supported by valuable consideration. During Student's enrollment and for a period of twelve (12) months thereafter, Parent shall not, directly or indirectly:

(a) solicit, induce, or encourage, or attempt to solicit, induce, or encourage, any employee, instructor, or contractor of Studio with whom Parent or Student had contact during enrollment to terminate that person's employment or engagement with Studio;

(b) assist any third party in taking any action described in subsection (a); or

(c) knowingly induce or attempt to induce any employee, instructor, contractor, or vendor of Studio to terminate, reduce, or otherwise adversely change that person's or entity's contractual or business relationship with Studio.

Nothing in this provision restricts: (i) general advertisements or solicitations not specifically directed at Studio personnel; (ii) Parent's response to a person who independently and without solicitation seeks engagement; (iii) truthful statements, good-faith reviews or complaints, or communications with other parents or students; or (iv) any report to a governmental or regulatory authority.

Parent acknowledges that a breach of this provision may cause Studio irreparable harm for which monetary damages would be inadequate, and that Studio may seek injunctive relief in addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity. Each subsection of this provision is separate and severable; if any portion is held unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force.

9. Liability and Waiver.
(a) Parent acknowledged, agrees and represents that:
1. Student is participating in the Program for their own personal benefit.
2. Student will participate in dance and other related activities, including tumbling and acrobatics, as part of the Program and Private Lessons and such activities have inherent dangers and physical risks.
3. The inherent dangers and physical risks involved in these activities are such that no amount of care, caution, instruction or expertise can completely eliminate them. These dangers and risks include, but are not limited to, loss of or damage to personal property, strains, sprains, bruises, and other personal injuries, or even death, that could result from tripping, falling, contact with other individuals, and equipment failure, among other causes.
4. Parent assumes responsibility for all risks, known and unknown, involving Student’s participation in the Program and in any Private Lessons, and Parent voluntarily authorizes Student’s participation in reliance upon Parent’s own judgment and knowledge of Student’s experience and capabilities.
5. The Program and Private Lessons, including participation in dance instruction, necessarily involves students and instructors being in close physical proximity and, while the Studio exercises precautions relating to sanitation, Studio is not responsible for any transmission of infection diseases, including but not limited to COVID-19, that may result from Student participation in the Program .
6. Parent accepts all related risk, as well as all liability should Parent or Student be exposed to, or infected with, any infection disease, including COVID-19, and Parent releases the Studio from any such liability.
7. Student will not attend any classes when symptomatic or subject to a known exposure.
8. Student is in proper physical and other condition to participate in the Program and it is Parent’s sole responsibility to determine whether Student is sufficiently fit and healthy enough to participate in the Program, and if necessary, consult with Student’s physician for appropriate guidance.

(b) On behalf of Parent and Student, Parent hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Studio and its owners, managers, officers, directors, employees, contractors, affiliates and agents (the “Released Parties”) from any liabilities arising from, resulting from, or relating in any way to Student’s participation in the Program or participation in any Private Lessons, EVEN IF ARISING OUT OF NEGLIGENCE. Parent further agrees that if, despite the foregoing, Student or anyone on Student’s behalf, makes a claim against any of the Released Parties, Parent will indemnify, defend and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any liabilities which may be incurred as a result of such claim. Furthermore, Parent waives and releases all claims, now known or hereafter known, against the Released Parties arising from, resulting from, or relating in any way to Student’s participation in the Program or participation in any Private Lessons, EVEN IF ARISING OUT OF NEGLIGENCE. Parent agrees not to directly or indirectly make or bring any such claim against the Released Parties and forever releases and discharges the Released Parties from liability under such claims.

10. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina, without regard to conflict of laws principles. Each party hereby irrevocably submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the federal and state courts located in Charlotte, North Carolina for the purpose of any suit, action or other proceeding arising out of or based upon this Agreement or the Program.

11. Entire Agreement. This Agreement, together with the Parent Packet, constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes any prior oral or written agreements.