Dance Liability & Photo Release
Jun 14, 2025 08:13 AM
Dancing For Joy: Liability Release form (Updated 4-30-25)
1. Acknowledgment of Risk
I acknowledge that participation in dance classes, rehearsals, performances, and related activities at Dancing for Joy involves physical exertion and carries the risk of injury, including but not limited to sprains, strains, fractures, and other bodily harm. I understand that while instructors will take all reasonable precautions to ensure safety, accidents may still occur.
2. Voluntary Participation and Assumption of Risk
I/my child voluntarily choose(s) to participate in the programs and activities at Dancing for Joy. I assume full responsibility for any and all risks of injury, illness, or damage, whether foreseeable or unforeseeable, arising out of or connected with participation. This includes but is not limited to any incidents occurring on or around Dancing For Joy property.
3. Medical Authorization
In the event of an injury or medical emergency during participation, I authorize Dancing for Joy staff and representatives to administer first aid and/or seek emergency medical treatment, including transport to a hospital, if necessary. I agree to be responsible for any medical expenses incurred. I understand that it is my responsibility to include any/all pertinent medical information in the appropriate sections of the parent portal and it is my responsibility to ensure that Dancing For Joy is aware of any medication(s) needed and their location in my dancer’s personal belongings. If health issues arise, Dancing For Joy reserves the right to require a doctor's note showing that the dancer is cleared to attend classes safely. This would need to be emailed to DancingForJoy777@gmail.com.
4. Liability Waiver and Release
I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless Dancing for Joy, its instructors, employees, volunteers, directors, and agents from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action arising out of or related to any loss, injury, or damages sustained while participating in studio activities or using studio facilities, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.
This waiver applies to all programs, events, and activities held on or off studio premises, including performances, rehearsals, and travel.
5. Agreement and Signature
I have read and fully understand this waiver and release of liability. I certify that I am 18 years of age or older or that I am the parent/legal guardian of the participant and have the authority to sign this waiver on their behalf.
Participant Signature (if over 18): __________________________________
Date: __________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature (if under 18): __________________________________
Date: __________________________________
New photography/videography waiver (Updated 4-30-25):
Consent and Release
I hereby grant Dancing for Joy, its directors, employees, volunteers, representatives, and authorized media personnel the irrevocable right and permission to:
Record, photograph, film, and/or capture audio of me/my child during classes, rehearsals, performances, events, or studio-related activities.
Use such recordings in any format or media, including but not limited to: studio promotional materials, print, social media, website, videos, newsletters, and press releases.
Keep security cameras in the dance rooms and lobby area that record both video and audio for the safety of all dancers and staff.
Edit, reproduce, distribute, and publicly display the content without limitation or compensation.
I understand that:
These materials may be used for educational, promotional, and archival purposes.
Dancing for Joy will not use names unless explicit consent is given or required.
No royalty, fee, or other compensation shall become payable to me or my child for such use.
Duration and Scope
This consent is granted in perpetuity and covers all media and uses, current or future, related to Dancing for Joy.
Acknowledgment and Signature
I have read and understand this release and waive any claims to privacy or compensation in connection with the above-stated uses. I release Dancing for Joy and its representatives from any liability related to the use of media as described above.
Participant Signature (if over 18): __________________________________
Date: __________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature (if under 18): __________________________________
Date: __________________________________