Class Policies

Dance Alive Policies & Agreements

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1. Financial Policies

A. Refund & Credit Policy

• All Dance Alive payments are due prior to services rendered.
  All sales are final. No refunds will be issued after purchase. There are possible credit transfer if emailed to the office a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the event to be considered.
• If a participant cannot attend a workshop or event, credit may be applied to a future Dance Alive program at the discretion of the company.
• Credits are non-transferable and expire within 6 months of the original purchase date.
• In rare cases of documented medical emergencies, Dance Alive may grant an exception, at its sole discretion.

B. Expiration of Packages & Memberships

• Class and workshop packages expire within 6 months of purchase unless otherwise stated.
• Monthly memberships are auto-renewed unless canceled at least 5 days before the next billing cycle. It is your responsibility to cancel before the next charge goes through. Refunds will not be issued once a Monthly Membership subscription charge has been processed.
• Unused classes or sessions do not roll over beyond their expiration period.
• Previously purchased 8 Class Packages expired as of 7/31/2022.

C. Credit Card Payment Declines

• If your credit card is declined for any payment (Classes, Workshops, Intensives, Empowerment Pods, Take Charge Now), we will notify you by email. It’s your responsibility to update your payment information or resolve the issue within 72 hours. If the payment is not resolved in that time, a late fee of 10% will be added. Any unpaid balances over 30 days old will accrue an interest charge of 1.5% per month.
• It’s your responsibility to:
• Keep your contact information (email/phone) up to date.
• Check your email (including spam) for payment reminders.
• Notify us if your credit card is lost, stolen, or expired.
• Ensure you have enough funds to cover charges.

D. Special Event & Intensive Programs

• Payments for intensives, workshops, classes and special events are non-refundable but may be applied to a future intensive or workshops at the discretion of Dance Alive.
• No credits or refunds will be issued for no-shows or partial attendance.

2. Technical Policies

A. Online & Virtual Class Responsibility

• Dance Alive provides secure access to online courses, workshops, and intensives through designated platforms.
• Participants are solely responsible for their own technology, including internet connection, audio, and video setup.
• Dance Alive is not responsible for any technical difficulties experienced by students, including poor internet connection, device malfunctions, or software incompatibility.
• No refunds or credits will be issued due to personal technical issues.
• Dance Alive does not offer refunds or credit to students taking our classes and workshops online if our technology does not work. We cannot control the internet or guarantee good internet quality.
• We are not responsible for the satisfaction level of the students taking the workshop online. It is more challenging to partner by yourself, but it is up to the student to gain the most out of the workshop on their own, and it is not the responsibility of Dance Alive.

B. Technology Support

• Dance Alive does not provide individual tech support for online experiences.
• Instructions for accessing virtual sessions will be provided upon registration.
• Participants should test their technology at least 15 minutes before the session starts.

3. Photography, Videography & Social Media Policy

A. Use of Participant Images

• By attending a Dance Alive event, participants grant permission for their image and/or likeness to be captured in photographs and video recordings.
• These materials may be used for marketing, promotional content, and educational purposes across Dance Alive’s social media platforms, website, and other media outlets.

B. Opt-Out Option

• If a participant does not wish to be photographed or filmed, they must submit a written request via email prior to the event.
• Dance Alive will make reasonable accommodations but cannot guarantee complete exclusion from group photography or live-streaming sessions.

C. Use of Personal Devices

• Participants may not record or distribute Dance Alive classes, workshops, or intensives without prior written consent.
• Unauthorized recording or sharing of Dance Alive’s proprietary content may result in removal from programs without refund and possible legal action.

4. Take Charge Now, Workshop, Intensive & Empowerment Pod Registration

A. Take Charge Now, Ride the Wave, Inner Rhythms & Intensives

• Advanced registration is required for all Take Charge Now, Ride the Wave, Inner Rhythms, and Intensives programs.
• Approval by Mariane Karou is required for participation in these programs
• If you are signed up for an annual program and you miss a workshop (Take Charge Now, Ride the Wave, Inner Rhythms, or Wisdom Waves) you will not receive a refund or a credit. You will receive a recording of the workshop, if the recording worked. You’ll then have access to the recording for 1 week. (We cannot guarantee the quality of workshop recordings or the proper functioning of the technology used for recording.

B. Empowerment Pods

• Advanced registration is required for Empowerment Pods, and space is limited.
• Approval by Mariane Karou is required to join an Empowerment Pod.

5. Medical & Disability Policy

A. Accessibility & Participation

• Dance Alive is committed to making its programs as inclusive as possible within the scope of movement-based education.
• Participants with medical conditions, disabilities, or accessibility needs should consult with a healthcare provider before participating.
• Dance Alive does not provide individualized modifications or accommodations beyond standard program offerings.
• If a participant cannot fully engage in a program due to medical or accessibility reasons, they may request a credit for future use per the refund and credit policy.

B. Liability & Assumption of Risk

• Dance Alive does not provide medical, therapeutic, or rehabilitative services. Participation in any program is at the participant’s own risk.
• By registering, participants acknowledge that they are in sufficient physical and mental condition to engage in the activities offered.
• Participants agree to release, waive, and discharge Dance Alive and its instructors from any liability related to injury, illness, or accessibility challenges.
• Any claims related to participation must be resolved through mediation or arbitration rather than litigation.

C. Compliance with ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)

• Dance Alive complies with applicable ADA regulations where required.
• While efforts are made to accommodate accessibility needs, some programs may not be suitable for all individuals due to their movement-based nature.
• If a participant requires accommodations, they should contact Dance Alive prior to enrollment to discuss possible options.
• Dance Alive reserves the right to determine whether accommodations can be reasonably provided.

6. Continuing Education & Teacher Training Policy

A. Former Teacher Training Students

• Dance Alive previously offered a Teacher Training program, which has since been discontinued.
• Any individuals who completed a past Dance Alive Teacher Training are not automatically qualified to teach or represent Dance Alive’s work.
• The movement and methodology have evolved significantly, and former teacher trainees must complete continuing education in order to stay aligned with Dance Alive’s current approach.

B. Continuing Education Requirements

• Former trainees must participate in ongoing workshops and intensives to maintain their connection with Dance Alive’s evolving curriculum.
• Those interested in continuing involvement must apply for participation in current programs.
• All former trainees must fulfill the new teacher training requirements to continue being affiliated with Dance Alive.
• The latest teacher training requirements are continually evolving—participants must check Dance Alive’s official website for the most up-to-date requirements.
• Dance Alive reserves the right to determine eligibility for continued participation in any leadership, facilitation, or teaching-related roles, and in any Dance Alive programs.

C. Representation of Dance Alive

• No participant, former trainee, or student may claim to be an official Dance Alive teacher or offer Dance Alive-based teachings without written authorization from Dance Alive.
• Unauthorized use of Dance Alive’s methodology, branding, or materials may result in legal action.

By registering for a Dance Alive program, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these policies.

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