Waiver and Release of Liability

In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in any dance instruction, dance rehearsal or dance performance, or related events of Studio Five Dance Company LLC ("dance activities"), the guardian hereby acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that there is a risk of injury, including physical injury or death, from the activities involved in the dance activities. The guardian hereby GIVES PERMISSION FOR THEIR SELF/CHILD TO PERFORM DANCE ACTIVITIES, including but not limited to complicated dance moves, jumps, stunts, lifts, flips, or other gymnastic activities in the studio, in any and all rehearsals and performances, and at home through online instruction. The guardian KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUMES ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, AND ASSUMES ALL RESPONSIBILITY of my or my child's participation in all the activities of the studio, including all dance activities, EVEN IF ARISING OUT, OF THE NEGLIGENCE OF the studio officers, officials, personnel, agents, employees, contractors, assistants, guest artists, volunteers, students, other participants, or owners and lessors of the premises ("the Releasees") and the guardian assumes full responsibility for myself or child's participation. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, representatives, and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS Studio Five Dance Company, LLC, their officers, officials, personnel, agents, employees, contractors, assistants, guest artists, volunteers, students, other participants, and owners and lessors of the premises with respect to any and all injury, disability, death or loss or damage to person or property whether arising from the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise to the fullest extent permitted by law. I further certify that I have legal responsibility for any minor child I am registering and have the right to waive these rights. Studio Five Dance Company LLC is not responsible for students who choose not to attend class after being dropped off or choose to the leave the studio proceeding during or following a scheduled class. This waiver and release is applicable to any child or other person in the care of the guardian while on the studio property. I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.

I agree to abide by the Studio Five code of conduct found in the Student-Parent Handbook found at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZPbMZtltOIm2J-dwKllUs0jdrkkjH2ot7aSJAuqsOR4/edit?usp=sharing

All students registering are required to participate in the annual Holiday Show Performance and Spring Recital. For each class in which a student is enrolled, there is a mandatory costume fee that will be charged to your account. Costume fees are not included in your tuition payment. Costume and recital fees are split into 9 monthly "Stage Ready Fee Installments." This fee includes the costumes, tights, accessories, recital video recording, Recital finale number t-shirt, and production fees. Stage Ready Fee Installments are due on the 1st of each month along with monthly tuition. Should a student withdraw before all costume installments have been paid, the remaining balance of the costume will be due upon withdrawal. Costumes will be distributed in the spring semester during class times. Picture week will be scheduled for April/May during class time. Students registering after December 1st may be charged a late order fee of $25.00 for their costumes. Students registering after September will be required to pay previous Stage Ready Fee Installments at the time of registration. (Not applicable for company dances) (Costume are not applicable for summer session)

In consideration of participation at Studio Five Dance Company through any and all of their programs and classes offered, the undersigned acknowledge and agree to the following: I am aware of the existence of the risk on my/my child's physical appearance to the venue and my/my child's participation in the activity of Studio Five Dance Company that may cause injury or illness such as but not limited to Influenza, MRSA, or COVID-19 that may lead to paralysis or death. I/my child have not experienced symptoms including, but not limited to, fever, fatigue, difficulty in breathing, or dry cough, nor are exhibiting any other symptoms relating to COVID-19 or any communicable disease within the last 14 days. I/my child have not been, nor any member(s) of my household, diagnosed with the COVID-19 virus within the last 30 days. I/my child understand that there may be times for necessary physical contact with teachers or staff members for safe dance practices and social/emotional wellness. Following the pronouncements above, I hereby declare the following: I am fully and personally responsible for my/my child's own safety and actions while and during participation, and I recognize that I/my child may, in any case, be at risk of contracting COVID-19. With full knowledge of the risks involved, I hereby release, waive, and discharge Studio Five Dance Company, its board, officers, independent contractors, affiliates, employees, representatives, successors, and assigns from any and all liabilities, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever, directly or indirectly arising out of or related to any loss, damage, injury, or death that may be sustained by me/my child related to COVID-19 while participating in any activity while in, on, or around the premises or while using the facilities that may lead to unintentional exposure or harm due to COVID-19. I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Studio Five Dance Company from and against any and all costs, expenses, damages, lawsuits, and/or liabilities or claims arising, whether directly or indirectly from or related to any and all claims made by or against any of the released party due to injury, loss, or death from or related to COVID-19.

Students are required to dress appropriately for each class, including the required shoe attire. Hair must be pulled back from the face and secured. Dress code requirements are here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BGSajE2Qymp2qPlly2TPxUZxCUpaZ88Juw6eBzCjp1s/edit

Enrollment: Guardian hereby enrolls their student at Studio Five Dance company for dance instruction for the 2024-2025 season. The 2024-2025 season is September 3rd, 2024 - May 31st, 2025. You are registering for the entire session that you have registered for, and are making a commitment to complete your full session. Membership Fee: Guardian hereby tenders the NONREFUNDABLE membership fee of $50.00. A membership fee does not apply for summer sessions. The membership fee does not include recital tickets. Tuition: Tuition is based upon the entire season/session. You have the option to pay in full or in 9 installments. Payments will not include costume fees and recital fees. Guardian shall pay the disclosed amount agreed upon by the studio and the guardian. Payments are due on the first of the month and will be automatically drafted from your form of payment on file. Transition to Virtual Classes Due to Government Regulations: If Studio Five must transition to temporary virtual classes due to Government restrictions preventing us from meeting in person, tuition fees still apply to full price and will not be refunded if you choose not to attend virtual classes. Return Fees: If you need to change any payment information, you can do that through your parent portal or in the office before the 25th of each month. Any payments returned or notification of NSF (by a financial institution or the guardian) as unpaid for any reason or credit card/bank account decline will be assessed a return fee of $35.00 if not corrected/paid by the 10th of the month. Payment Due: Upon registration, the total amount of one tuition installment will be due. In the case of late registration (after the month has already started), the current tuition rate will be prorated for that month and due upon registration in addition to the registration fee. The first tuition payment for 2024-2025 is due September 1st, 2024. Enrollments receiving any discounts through studio promotions are not subject to prorated tuition. Registrations received on or after the 25th of the month will be billed for the following month's tuition. A bank account or credit card is required to remain on file. Visa/Mastercard/Discover/AMEX are accepted and are subject to a 3% credit card processing fee for any and all transactions. A bank draft is the preferred method of payment.

In case of inclement weather, we operate on the Wake County Public School policy. If Wake County Schools are closed due to inclement weather, the studio will also be closed unless we inform otherwise. Classes may be held via Zoom if a class exceeds their 2 built-in weather days. We do not refund or pro-rate tuition due to inclement weather closings. Should the studio be closed to students due to COVID or some other pandemic or disaster, classes will immediately pivot to Zoom. Classes will be run on their normal schedule LIVE through Zoom. Tuition will not be refunded or pro-rated. Parents will be emailed the link to the Zoom class 30 minutes prior to the start of class.

I give permission for any medical treatment that may be necessary at the studio's discretion as a result of the student's participation and in the absence of my or other guardians to give permission at the time.

Guardian agrees that the student may be photographed or videotaped during studio activities, including but not limited to, performances, classes, rehearsals, and such images are the property of the studio. These photographs may appear in advertisements, websites, social media, or inside the property for any purposes the studio desires. If the Guardian wishes for their student to not be included in any marketing materials, he/she must email the studio at info@studiofivedancecompany.com.

We require 30 days' written notice of your student's withdrawal from class. Upon your withdrawal, your card will be charged any remaining fees, including but not limited to all remaining costume and recital balances, competition or convention fees, a cancellation fee that will not exceed $150, and any unpaid tuition. Tuition will continue to be charged until you have given us 30 days' written notice of your withdrawal. Costumes and recital fees are non-refundable. Should you withdraw after costumes are ordered, but before they are distributed, you will receive your costume when it arrives. The studio, officers, and employees may at any time, for whatsoever reason deemed necessary by the studio, terminate this contract and the enrollment of a student(s) that it pertains to, without notice to or recourse by a guardian. No refunds will be given to any students dismissed from the studio. Summer Session classes are nonrefundable and tuition must be completed for the duration of the Summer session."