Terms & waiver

Terms & conditions

• Class and membership fees are payable in advance according to the billing option you select. Missed classes are not refundable, unless LODA cancels the class.
• A registration or administration fee may be payable when you sign up. If it applies, the amount appears on your first invoice. It is a once-off signup charge, not a recurring fee.
• Where you select a class or membership option with more than one billing cycle, you agree to that full billing term and remain responsible for the fees due for that term, subject to any cancellation rights LODA confirms in writing.
• Show, exam, costume, event and workshop fees are non-refundable unless LODA is unable to present the show, exam, event or workshop.
• Event and workshop fees are non-transferable to other events, workshops or classes.
• Dancers must follow studio rules, teacher instructions and safety requirements while at the studio. Parents and guardians remain responsible for children before and after their class.
• LODA may photograph or film classes and shows for teaching and promotion. Let us know in writing if you would prefer that you or your child are not featured.
• LODA reserves the right to refuse entry and/or instruction to any person, and does not tolerate bullying of any kind.
• You confirm that the information you provide during registration is accurate and kept up to date.

WhatsApp and electronic communications

• If you give us your mobile number and opt in, you agree that we may contact you on WhatsApp about your bookings, classes, billing and support. We only send marketing if you opt in to it separately.
• Reply STOP at any time to opt out. Message and data charges from your mobile provider may apply.
• Some replies may be drafted or sent by an AI assistant that our staff supervise. Answers about fees, contracts or medical matters are confirmed by a staff member on request. Say "human" at any time to reach a person.
• Our privacy policy explains how we handle your messages and personal information.

Membership billing commitments

Some memberships and class options are sold for a fixed billing term rather than a single payment. Where The Participant or their account holder selects an option with multiple billing cycles, that selection constitutes agreement to the full billing period attached to that option.

Unless LODA states otherwise in writing, stopping attendance does not automatically cancel fees already committed for the selected billing term.

Disclaimer & waiver

Disclaimer agreement between Love of Dance Academy (Pty) Ltd, hereafter referred to as LODA, and the participant, hereafter referred to as The Participant.

LODA and The Participant have entered into an agreement in terms whereof LODA allows The Participant to take part in its classes and use its studio on the terms and conditions below.

Dance, stretching and movement classes and the use of LODA's studio carry certain risks, including injury from slipping, falling or colliding with other dancers or objects, overstretching, partner work, lifts and floorwork.

The Participant understands that these risks may result in injury and voluntarily assumes them, acknowledging that the list above is not inclusive of all possible risks.

Waiver

The Participant acknowledges that physical activity carries inherent risks which could cause bodily injury and/or damages, and waives any claim however arising, including the negligence of LODA, its teachers, employees or any third party, to the extent permitted by law.

Disclaimer

The Participant takes part in classes and uses LODA's studio entirely at his/her own risk and agrees that LODA will not be held liable or responsible for any loss, injury or damages of whatsoever nature and howsoever arising, to the extent permitted by law.

LODA will not be responsible for any loss, damage or theft of items left at the studio.

Medical

The Participant warrants that he/she is medically fit to take part in dance classes, and will inform LODA of any injury, condition or medication that may affect participation. It is not the responsibility of LODA to have The Participant undergo any medical examination, the onus being on The Participant (or their parent or guardian) to do so.