ADULT ENROLMENT FORM

TERMS & CONDITIONS

FEES

1.1 Pricing Structure:

Prices are quoted on a term basis unless stated otherwise.
1.2 Sundry Fees:

All sundry fees, including costume levy, extra rehearsals for concerts and digital videos, are payable during term 4.
1.3 Late Payment Policy:

Failure to submit fees by the due date may impact the student's eligibility to continue attending classes. If payment is made subsequently, credits for any missed classes will not be issued.
1.4 Collection Expenses:

In the event that APO/DW incurs any expenses related to fee collection, it reserves the right to charge you for these expenses, which may include debt collection, agency fees, legal costs, and associated disbursements.
1.5 Privacy Disclosure:

You acknowledge and agree that APO/DW subject to any relevant privacy legislation, may disclose personal information to obtain credit reports either to assess credit rating or to collect fees and for this purpose obtain personal information from an entity that provides commercial credit worthiness information and disclose personal information to credit reporting or collecting agencies before, during or after entry of this agreement.
1.6 Class Cancellation:

APO/DW retains the right to cancel a class if there are fewer than 10 students enrolled for a term. In such instances, refunds for class fees will be applicable from the date of cancellation.


2. WITHDRAWALS

2.1 Enrolment and Withdrawal:

Students are enrolled on a term basis. If a student wishes to withdraw, written notice is required.

2.2 Withdrawal Fee:

The withdrawal fee applied is calculated as the tuition fees payable for the full term less any tuition charges accrued for the term. The Withdrawal Fee shall not exceed 10 weeks and represents the opportunity cost of declining another student’s application in favour of the withdrawing student at the time of enrolment. To avoid confusion, parents / students are asked to offer notice of withdrawal in writing as a student’s mere discontinuation of classes will not be deemed a ‘Withdrawal’.

2.3 Medical Withdrawals:

In cases where a student withdraws due to medical reasons, rendering the student totally incapacitated for 30 consecutive days or more, a pro-rata fee will apply for fees accrued during the term. A valid medical certificate is required for this scenario and must be submitted within 30 days of the withdrawal. Certificates received after this 30-day period will not be considered valid.

3. REFUNDS & CREDITS

3.1 Refund and Credit Policy:

All group class fees, including tuition and sundry charges, are generally non-refundable, non-transferable, and ineligible for credit, except as outlined below:

a) Withdrawal before the course commences: Full refund will be granted.

b) APO/DW cancels a class due to insufficient enrolment: Refund will be issued, less any charges for accrued classes.

c) In the event that a student is incapacitated for four (4) consecutive weeks due to a severe illness or injury, a credit will be issued for any unused portion of prepaid fees. To claim this credit, the student must provide a medical certificate confirming their total incapacitation.

3.3 Non-Attendance Policy:

Refunds or credits will not be granted for non-attendance or changes of mind.

3.4 COVID-19 Lockdown Restrictions:

If government-imposed restrictions necessitate a temporary halt to face-to-face training, DW may offer online training via Zoom (excluding classes for children under 5 years old, tap dance, and acrobatics). In such cases, where online classes are provided as an alternative during lockdown, no refunds or credits will be issued.

3.5 Quarantine-Related Credit:

If a student is legally required to quarantine, resulting in missed classes, the student will be eligible for a credit under this circumstance.

3.6 Credit Redemption:

Credits must be redeemed within 6 months from the date of issue.


REMINDER - THE T&Cs for adults are not exactly the same as the juniors

4 RULES

4.1 Attendance and Punctuality:

Students are required to attend all enrolled classes, scheduled rehearsals, and performances, and must be punctual at all times.

4.2 Grooming and Uniform:

Students must adhere to grooming requirements, including wearing the correct uniform, appropriate footwear, and hairstyle for each class (please refer to the uniform requirement list).

4.3 Placement and Competency:

APO/DW reserves the sole discretion to assess the competency level of each student and determine their appropriate class.

4.4 Class Duration:

Classes advertised as one hour will run for 55 minutes to allow students time to change shoes, have water, and a snack before the start of their next class. Classes advertised as 45 minutes will run for the full 45 minutes.

4.5 Classroom Access:

Guests are not allowed to observe the classes inside the classroom.

4.6 Premises Maintenance:

All patrons and guests are responsible for maintaining the APO/DW premises in a neat and orderly manner.

4.7 Personal Belongings:

All patrons are responsible for their own goods and property. APO/DW will not be liable for any loss or damage to anyone's property, including uniforms or belongings left in the studio. It is recommended to label all personal items.

4.8 Respectful Behavior:

All students must show respect towards the teacher, fellow students, and staff. Bullying, abusive, or distracting behaviour will not be tolerated.

4.9 Indemnification:

Patrons and their guests shall indemnify APO/DW for any loss or damage to APO/DW’s property caused directly or indirectly by the patron and/or their guests.

4.10 Liability and Injury:

APO/DW shall not be liable for any injuries sustained by a student or patron while participating in a class or visiting the APO/DW premises. Accordingly, students and parents agree to hold APO/DW harmless against all actions, proceedings, damages, costs, expenses, claims, and demands resulting from any loss or injury. During class, students will be supervised by a qualified instructor.

4.11 No animals or pets:

No animals are allowed in the building except for accredited guide dogs, which must have the appropriate documentation, tags, or visible vests.

4.12 Photography and Filming:

Parents, students, or guests are not permitted to film or photograph students during classes, rehearsals, or performances unless ex

5. PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASE

5.1 The student consents to APO/DW broadcasting and recording (by photographs, films, tape or otherwise) the student’s participation in all APO/DW activities for exploitation throughout the world, with no limitations on time. All rights in the broadcasting and recording materials, including copyright therein and the ownership of the physical materials (negative, tapes, film), shall be APO/DW’s exclusive property. APO/DW shall have the right to make and publish copies of the said broadcasting and recording including the right to use the student's name in relation to APO/DW related activities only.

6. TEACHERS - As most of our teachers are actively working within the entertainment industry, from time to time, substitute teachers may conduct the classes without prior notice, instead of the regular teacher. Nevertheless, we try to maintain some consistency with students particularly for students under the age of 8.

8. COVIDSafe POLICIES

Students must adhere to DW's COVIDsafe policies:

8.1 Sanitise upon entry and regularly

8.2 Wear masks as required by law

8.3 Students or guests should refrain from entering the premises if they are unwell with cold or flu-like symptoms or have tested positive for COVID-19.