2026-2027 Parent/Guardian Waiver


Oct 19, 2026 04:51 AM


# E’CHAPPE DANCE ARTS

## Parent/Guardian Waiver & Acknowledgment

By enrolling a student in E’chappe Dance Arts (“EDA”), the parent or legal guardian acknowledges and agrees to the following terms regarding participation in classes, rehearsals, performances, studio activities, and related programs.

### Assumption of Risk & Participation

I understand that participation in dance and movement activities involves inherent risks. Activities may include ballet, jazz, modern, lyrical, hip-hop, stretching, conditioning, jumps, leaps, turns, floor work, tumbling, acro, partnering, lifts, rehearsals, performances, workshops, and other physical activities.

I understand that these activities may involve risks including falls, collisions, sprains, strains, fractures, overuse injuries, and other physical injuries. I acknowledge that EDA cannot eliminate every risk associated with dance participation.

I voluntarily permit my dancer to participate in EDA activities with knowledge of these inherent risks. I understand that dancers are expected to follow instructor directions, studio rules, and safety expectations at all times.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I release and hold harmless E’chappe Dance Arts, its owners, instructors, employees, contractors, and authorized representatives from claims belonging to me arising from the ordinary and inherent risks associated with my dancer’s voluntary participation in EDA activities, except where such release is prohibited by law.

I understand that this acknowledgment does not waive any rights that cannot legally be waived.

### Medical & Emergency Authorization

I authorize E’chappe Dance Arts to obtain emergency medical assistance for my child when reasonably necessary and to provide reasonable minor first aid as appropriate.

If an emergency occurs, I authorize EDA staff to contact emergency medical services and take reasonable steps to protect my dancer’s health and safety until a parent, legal guardian, or emergency contact can be reached.

I understand that EDA staff members are not acting as medical professionals.

I confirm that I am responsible for keeping all medical, emergency, allergy, injury, and health-related information provided to EDA accurate and current.

### Physical Readiness & Injury Disclosure

I confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, my dancer is physically able to participate in the classes and activities for which they are registered.

I agree to notify EDA of any injury, physical limitation, medical condition, physician restriction, or accommodation that may affect my dancer’s ability to safely participate.

I understand that EDA instructors may modify or restrict participation when they reasonably believe an activity may be unsafe for a dancer.

I understand that my dancer should not participate contrary to the instructions of a physician or other qualified medical professional.

### Photo, Video & Media

I understand that EDA may photograph or record classes, rehearsals, performances, events, and studio activities.

If I provide media consent through EDA’s registration or enrollment process, I understand that approved photographs and recordings may be used for studio purposes including social media, the EDA website, newsletters, promotional materials, advertisements, recital materials, studio displays, and other official communications.

I understand that EDA will not intentionally publish a dancer’s private contact information as part of promotional content.

I also understand that EDA may not be able to control photographs or recordings taken independently by audience members, venue personnel, or other third parties at public performances or events.

### Parent & Student Conduct

I understand that EDA is committed to maintaining a respectful, safe, and professional learning environment.

I agree that my dancer and family will treat instructors, staff, dancers, families, guests, and studio property respectfully.

I understand that bullying, harassment, threatening behavior, discriminatory behavior, inappropriate communication, repeated disruption, or serious violations of studio expectations may result in corrective action.

Corrective action may include a parent conference, removal from a class or rehearsal, suspension from studio activities, removal from a performance, or termination of enrollment when warranted.

I understand that parents should direct concerns to EDA management and should not directly confront another child or dancer regarding studio-related concerns.

### Drop-Off, Pick-Up & Student Release

I understand that parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring that dancers arrive and are picked up on time.

I understand that EDA will follow the authorized pickup and release information maintained in the dancer’s account or registration records.

I agree to notify EDA promptly if authorized pickup information or custody-related restrictions change.

I understand that parents or guardians are responsible for providing EDA with any documentation necessary for the studio to follow applicable custody or release restrictions.

### Off-Site Activities

I understand that EDA activities may occasionally occur outside of the regular studio location, including rehearsals, performances, competitions, conventions, workshops, community events, photoshoots, or other studio-sponsored activities.

I understand that participation in off-site activities may involve additional risks associated with unfamiliar facilities, travel, performance spaces, and public environments.

When transportation is arranged by EDA or another authorized party, I understand that additional transportation permission may be requested when appropriate.

### Acro, Tumbling & Specialty Activities

If my dancer participates in acro, tumbling, advanced flexibility, lifts, partnering, inversions, or similar specialty activities, I understand that these activities may involve increased physical risk.

I understand that dancers should attempt specialty skills only when instructed and appropriately supervised.

I agree to notify EDA of any injury, physical limitation, or medical restriction that may affect my dancer’s ability to safely participate in these activities.

### Illness & Communicable Disease

I agree not to send my dancer to class or studio activities when they are experiencing symptoms of a potentially contagious illness or when participation could reasonably create a health concern for other dancers or staff.

I understand that EDA may contact a parent or guardian and request that a dancer be picked up if the dancer becomes significantly ill during class or another studio activity.

I acknowledge that participation in group activities may involve exposure to common illnesses and that EDA cannot guarantee that exposure will never occur.

### Rehearsals, Recitals & Performances

I understand that participation in EDA performances may require commitments beyond regular weekly classes.

These commitments may include required rehearsals, performance-day call times, attendance expectations, costumes, dancewear, shoes, hair and makeup requirements, backstage procedures, timely arrival, and timely pickup.

I understand that excessive absences, missed mandatory rehearsals, lack of preparation, or safety concerns may affect a dancer’s choreography, placement, or ability to participate in a performance.

I understand that financial obligations related to tuition, costumes, performances, registration, and other studio fees are governed by the EDA Enrollment Agreement and Parent & Student Handbook.

### Studio Policies & Communications

I understand that EDA communicates important information through its designated communication platforms, parent portal, email, BAND, and other approved studio communication methods.

I am responsible for reviewing studio communications, maintaining current contact information, and keeping myself informed of schedules, closures, rehearsals, performances, payment deadlines, and other studio announcements.

I acknowledge that the EDA Parent & Student Handbook and Enrollment Agreement contain additional policies and expectations that apply to my dancer’s enrollment.

# Parent/Guardian Acknowledgment

By submitting my acknowledgment below, I confirm that I have read and understand the E’chappe Dance Arts Parent/Guardian Waiver & Acknowledgment.

I voluntarily authorize my dancer’s participation in EDA activities and acknowledge the inherent risks associated with dance and movement activities. I authorize reasonable emergency assistance and minor first aid when necessary. I agree to keep EDA informed of relevant medical, emergency, contact, and pickup information and understand my responsibilities regarding studio policies, conduct, attendance, communications, rehearsals, performances, illness, and safety.

I acknowledge that this agreement works together with the EDA Enrollment Agreement and Parent & Student Handbook.