WAIVER AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY FOR DANCE INSTRUCTION

I have chosen to have my child participate in dance instruction given by Meaningful Movements Dance Company. I acknowledge that I understand the nature of the activities my child will be participating in and that my child is in the proper physical condition and capable of participating in the related activities, understanding that Meaningful Movements Dance Company is not in any way responsible for such a determination.

In consideration of my child’s enrollment in any dance instruction program, I understand and agree on behalf of myself and my child, to release, hold harmless, and discharge Meaningful Movements Dance Company from all claims, costs, liabilities, expenses or judgments, including attorneys’ fees and court costs for any occurrences in connection with any dance instruction. I assume all risks to my child in connection with any instruction and further release Meaningful Movements Dance Company and its owners and employees from liability for any injury sustained by my child while he or she is enrolled in any dance instruction program, including all risks reasonably connected with such activity whether foreseen or unforeseen.

I understand that Meaningful Movements Dance Company is not responsible for my child or other children under my supervision who are left unsupervised in the common areas and areas surrounding the dance studio and that Meaningful Movements Dance will only be supervising my child when he or she is participating in scheduled dance activities, programs, or instruction.

I understand that Meaningful Movements Dance Studio is not responsible for personal property that is lost, damaged or stolen while I or my child is at or on Meaningful Movements Dance Company property.

I acknowledge and agree that it is my responsibility to maintain my own accident and health insurance coverage that provides adequate coverage for myself and my child participating in Meaningful Movements Dance activities and that Meaningful Movements Dance Company does not provide accident or health insurance for those participating in its instruction, activities or programs.

I authorize and agree that Meaningful Movements Dance Company may take and use photographs, videos or likenesses of myself or my child as needed for its record-keeping, advertising and/or public relations projects and that I have no rights to the same and will not be compensated for the same.

By accepting this is proof of my intention to execute a complete and unconditional waiver and release of all liability pursuant to the terms herein, and agreement as to all terms and conditions contained above. I am of lawful age and competent to sign this affirmation.

I HAVE FULLY INFORMED MYSELF AS TO THE CONTENTS OF THIS RELEASE AND HAVE READ THE SAME PRIOR TO ACCEPTING.

Meaningful Movements Dance Company
Policies and Procedures

Meaningful Movements Dance Company believes that all populations benefit from the artistic expression of dance. Our studio strives to teach a variety of dance styles with a fun but technical approach. Every individual deserves the opportunity to dance despite age or ability level. Aside from dancing, MMDC aims to improve the students social, emotional, and physical wellness.

GENERAL POLICIES:
No food, drinks, or gum on the dance floor. Please do not enter the dance room during instruction
Children under 6 years must have an adult responsible for him/her present in the waiting area.
Please dispose of all your trash/waste items before leaving studio. No reimbursements or prorated tuition is given for missed or canceled classes. Makeup classes will be made if possible. No cell phones or other electronics in class No loose jewelry during dance class Children are not to leave the studio without asking permission. Respectful attitude is required during all dance classes.

WEATHER POLICY:
If Seneca schools are canceled for weather, all classes for the evening will be canceled. Please check the MMDC Facebook page for closing related to weather.

PARENT VIEWING AND OBSERVATION:
All classes are closed unless otherwise stated by the instructor.

Tuition & Payment:
It is your responsibility to keep your dancers account up to date. Tuition is due the first class of the month and is late after the 20th of each month. Past due amounts will be charged a $10 late fee. Tuition is non refundable and non transferable MMDC honors major holidays the Seneca School District recognizes. Tuition is the same no matter how many classes are in the month. Payment must be made by cash, check, or through your parent portal Payments are delivered in the drop box titled MMDC Tuition or to Ashley Gassaway.
Returned checks will be charged a $25 fee. This must be paid in cash. An Annual enrollment fee of $20.00 is required upon enrollment.

Costumes:
Each dancer will perform in our May Recital.
- Your first costume payment is due November 1st in addition to your monthly tuition.
- The remaining costume balance will be due December 1st in addition to your monthly tuition.
- No costumes are ordered until costume money is received and tuition is paid to date.
- Costumes will be posted for viewing prior to any payments.
- Costume money is nonrefundable if the child decides to quit dancing.
- Each costume will be approximately $75.00.

Dress Code:
The students dress code has been created to allow the class teacher to see the dancers alignment and body position. Inappropriate dressing that causes disruption of the class is prohibited.

The dancers are to wear clothes that will allow them to move freely!
General guidelines for appropriate dressing:
-Leotard, tight fitting shirts, or camisole
-Tights
-Tight fitting shorts, pants, capri (please no basketball shorts)
-Appropriate dance shoes
-Hair groomed away from face

General guidelines for inappropriate dressing:
-Headgear including hats, caps, bandanas, sunglasses, stocking caps, and any other distracting headgear is not to be worn in class.
-Dresses
-Pants that are too long

Illness or Injury:
Our goal is to promote overall health and well being. One way we achieve this is by keeping all children free of sickness. If your child is ill and running a fever please do not send them to dance. They must be fever free for 24 hours before returning to insure no germs are spread that will result in illness. If they have had a new injury of which we are not aware you must send a note explaining their condition and any precautions that must be taken. It is important the instructor is informed so they can modify and adapt the class and prevent further injury.

Nonrefundable Policy:
All fees paid including: enrollment fee, cost of shoes, costume fee, and monthly tuition is nonrefundable.