Terms and Conditions

Informed Consent and Release

As the parent or legal guardian of the child listed on this application, I hereby give permission for my child to participate in the ballet training program of the Berkeley City Ballet (“BCB”). I assume the risk of injury or loss which may result from my child’s participation in this activity. I hereby agree to hold harmless and release BCB and its officers, agents, and employees from any and all claims and demands that I, my child or any third party may have against BCB, its officers, agents or employees by reason of any accident, illness, injury, or death of any person, or damage to any property, arising or resulting directly or indirectly from my child's participation in BCB’s ballet training program.

The terms of this release shall also serve as a release and assumption of risk for my child, heirs, executives, and administrators, and for all of my family members. This release shall not extend to injury or damage to property arising out of intentional acts of BCB’s officers, agents or employees, I am aware that a participant may be physically touched during a ballet class. I acknowledge that some activities may be of hazardous nature and/or include physical and/or strenuous activity. Understanding this, I state to the best of my knowledge that my child listed on this application has no medical, physical, mental or emotional health conditions that would hinder her/his active participation in the BCB ballet training program.

I understand that I am required to have accidental medical coverage for the child listed on this application, and I verify that the information provided on my insurance policy is accurate and true. In the case of an emergency, I authorize the staff of BCB to obtain whatever medical treatment it deems necessary for the welfare of my child listed on this application. I further understand and agree that I will be financially responsible for all charges and fees incurred in the rendering of emergency treatment, regardless of whether my medical insurance would cover such charges and fees.

Non-Discrimination Statement

In accordance with applicable Federal laws and BCB policy, BCB does not discriminate in any of its policies, procedures, or practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age or physical disability.

Financial and School Policies

I agree with and have read BCB’s Handbook and School Policies, listed on the BCB website. I understand that a credit card is required to register. I understand that refunds are not issued once a payment has been processed. 

Pre-Ballet, Youth Ballet, and Adult Ballet
Payments must be made in full at the time of enrollment. Students may not participate in classes until payment is made in full.

Pre-Professional Program
Students enroll each school year. Families must select a payment plan at the time of enrollment. Payments can be made in full at the time of enrollment, in 2 payments, or in 4 payments. The payment schedule will be set by BCB. Students may not participate in classes until payment is made. Late payments may incur an additional charge. 

Written notice of cancellation must be given to BCB 30 days prior to withdrawal in order to waive a balance of tuition. If notice is not given, families will be responsible for the balance due.