STEP UP DANCE COMPANY LLC

Participant Agreement, Assumption of Risk, Liability Waiver, Release, and Indemnification Agreement

This Participant Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between Step Up Dance Company ("Studio") and the participant or, if the participant is under eighteen (18) years of age, the participant's parent or legal guardian.

By electronically signing this Agreement, you acknowledge that you have carefully read, understood, and agree to all of the terms and conditions below.

1. VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION

I understand that participation in dance classes, camps, clinics, rehearsals, performances, competitions, conventions, workshops, private lessons, conditioning classes, special events, open studio sessions, and any other activity sponsored, organized, or hosted by Step Up Dance Company ("Studio Activities") is completely voluntary.

2. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF INHERENT RISKS

I understand that participation in dance classes, camps, clinics, and other Studio Activities involves physical activity and inherent risks that cannot be completely eliminated despite reasonable safety precautions.

These risks include, but are not limited to:

* Slips, trips, and falls;
* Muscle strains and sprains;
* Ligament and tendon injuries;
* Broken bones;
* Head injuries, including concussions;
* Back, neck, knee, ankle, hip, shoulder, wrist, and foot injuries;
* Injuries resulting from jumps, turns, lifts, tumbling, acrobatics, stretching, choreography, or partner work;
* Injuries caused by contact with instructors, assistants, other participants, props, flooring, or equipment;
* Illnesses or communicable diseases transmitted through close physical interaction; and
* Other unforeseen injuries associated with athletic or dance participation.

I understand that even when reasonable care is exercised, serious injury, permanent disability, or death may occur.

3. ASSUMPTION OF RISK

I knowingly and voluntarily assume all ordinary risks associated with participation in Studio Activities, whether known or unknown, foreseeable or unforeseeable, including risks arising from the ordinary negligence of Step Up Dance Company, its owners, employees, instructors, choreographers, assistants, independent contractors, volunteers, agents, and representatives, to the fullest extent permitted by Michigan law.

4. PARTICIPANT HEALTH

I certify that I (or my child) am physically capable of participating in dance classes, camps, clinics, and other Studio Activities.

I agree to:

* Inform the Studio of any injuries, medical conditions, allergies, or physical limitations;
* Notify the Studio if my health status changes;
* Follow all instructor directions and Studio safety policies; and
* Stop participation if I believe continued activity would be unsafe.

I understand that the Studio is relying upon these representations.

5. RELEASE OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by the laws of the State of Michigan, I voluntarily release, waive, and discharge Step Up Dance Company and its owners, members, officers, directors, employees, instructors, choreographers, assistants, volunteers, independent contractors, agents, successors, and assigns from liability for claims, demands, damages, losses, or causes of action arising from personal injury, illness, property damage, or death resulting from participation in Studio Activities when such claims arise from ordinary negligence.

This release does not apply to claims resulting from gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or intentional wrongdoing where such claims cannot legally be waived.

6. LIMITED INDEMNIFICATION

To the fullest extent permitted by Michigan law, I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Step Up Dance Company, its owners, employees, instructors, volunteers, independent contractors, and agents from claims, liabilities, damages, costs, or reasonable attorney fees arising from:

* My violation of Studio rules or policies;
* My negligent or intentional acts or omissions;
* Damage I cause to Studio property or the property of others while participating in Studio Activities; or
* If I am signing on behalf of a minor, the negligent or intentional acts or omissions of that minor.

This provision does not require me to indemnify the Studio for claims arising from the Studio's own gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or intentional wrongdoing.

7. EMERGENCY MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION

If I (or my child) become ill or injured while participating in Studio Activities and I cannot be reached immediately, I authorize Step Up Dance Company to seek emergency medical treatment deemed reasonably necessary.

I understand that:

* Emergency medical personnel will determine the appropriate treatment;
* The Studio does not provide medical care; and
* I am solely responsible for all medical expenses incurred.

8. COMMUNICABLE ILLNESS ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I understand that participation in dance classes, camps, clinics, and other Studio Activities may expose participants to communicable illnesses, including seasonal influenza, COVID-19, and other viral or bacterial infections.

I voluntarily assume these risks and agree not to attend Studio Activities if I or my child is experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness or has been advised by a healthcare provider to isolate or refrain from participating.

9. PERSONAL PROPERTY

Step Up Dance Company is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property brought onto Studio premises or to Studio-sponsored events. Participants are encouraged to leave valuables at home.

11. STUDIO RULES

I agree to comply with all Studio rules, policies, dress codes, instructor directions, safety procedures, and behavioral expectations.

I understand that failure to comply may result in removal from dance classes, camps, clinics, or other Studio Activities without refund.

12. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Agreement is determined to be invalid or unenforceable under Michigan law, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan.

Any legal proceeding arising from this Agreement shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction located within the State of Michigan.

14. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE

The parties agree that this Agreement may be executed electronically. An electronic signature shall have the same force and legal effect as an original handwritten signature under applicable Michigan law.

15. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By electronically signing this Agreement, I certify that:

* I have carefully read this Agreement in its entirety.
* I understand its contents.
* I understand that I am giving up certain legal rights by signing this Agreement.
* I sign this Agreement freely and voluntarily without coercion.
* I intend for this Agreement to be legally binding to the fullest extent permitted under Michigan law.

One final recommendation: consider keeping the **Photo and Video Release** as a **separate waiver** in Studio Pro if you want parents to be able to opt out without affecting their ability to complete registration. That approach is often easier to manage while preserving a standalone liability waiver.