Terms and Conditions

Inferno Cheer and Dance Rules & Code of Conduct (ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT)

 

General Rules & Conditions

 

• ·         ALL fees are agreeable and payable as per the period and amount determined at the time of enrolment. Other than lump sum/full term payments, all other periods must be paid in advance, e.g.: If a student’s fees are being paid fortnightly, payment for 2 weeks is due on or before the Monday of the first week of the applicable fortnight. Late fees & default fees will apply to all invoices, where not paid by the specified due date.
• ·         ALL fees must be paid irrespective of attendance, no exceptions. If a student is away for any reason (including if they are unable to participate), the fees for the missed class or classes still apply and are non-refundable. Make-up classes will only be facilitated if there is another class available within the same term as the class missed, and if a medical certificate is provided. Other absences that do not relate to illness or injury will not be made up, nor refunded. This includes competition and performance absences.
• ·         Absences must be communicated to Inferno Cheer and Dance staff with as much notice as possible.
• ·         Written notice of class changes or discontinued classes is required with a minimum four weeks notice. Please note that changes or cancellations will ONLY be accepted in writing via email, and four weeks of fees will be applicable from the week this is advised, in additional to any accumulated weeks or balances already owing, e.g.: if a student advises of withdrawal in writing in week 4 of term for example, cancellation invoice will equate to the 4 weeks already accumulated, with the additional 4 weeks cancellation from the time of notice. e.g.: if a student advises of withdrawal in writing during a holiday period for example, cancellation invoice will equate to 4 weeks from the time of notice, irrespective of holiday periods.
• ·         For abundant clarity, ALL of Inferno Cheer and Dance fees are non-refundable including any competition fees. However, should special circumstances exist (as determined by Inferno Cheer and Dance) and adequate notice is provided in respect of such fees, Inferno Cheer and Dance in its sole discretion may choose to issue a refund. In the case of competition fees, ‘adequate notice’ is notice provided at least four weeks before a competition date.
• ·         Inferno Cheer and Dance reserves the right to cancel a student’s membership at any time and in its sole discretion.
• ·         ALL students must wear Inferno Cheer and Dance training apparel to classes and be well groomed (hair tied back and neat), with no jewellery and manicured nails, with the correct footwear/shoes.
• ·         No responsibility will be taken for lost or stolen items at the studio. Please do not bring any unnecessary valuables into the studio/gym.
• ·         Students must be ready to enter their classes on time. Arriving NO EARLIER OR LATER THAN 10mins before the scheduled class. Arrival in excess of 10mins will refer to the below.
• ·         Due care will be taken with all students; however, Inferno Cheer and Dance takes no responsibility for students whilst they are not in class or under direct coach supervision at competitions and performances. If your child has breaks between classes, or at competitions, it is the parent’s responsibility to supervise their child. Any break that exceeds 1hour requires compulsory parent supervision, unless the child is 18 years old.
• ·         Siblings of students who are not attending classes are not to be left unattended at any time for any reason.
• ·         Students are not allowed to play or gather outside of the Inferno Cheer and Dance studio. This is for their own safety as this area is a designated carpark and traffic thoroughfare. Please take care when driving in this area, and adhere to the advised drop off and parking areas.
• ·         ALL students are to be picked up promptly upon the completion of their class, especially for those attending the last class of each day.
• ·         If you are enrolled as a student of Inferno Cheer and Dance, we do not allow you to take or participate in any similar classes at any other facility/studio/gym/club. Doing so may result in removal the student from a particular class or the studio in general.
• ·         Competitive students, in both cheerleading and dance are not allowed to compete with any other facility/studio/gym/club, especially where that establishment is attending the same competition or is a direct competitor.
• ·         ALL students, including their family and friends must not attempt to poach athletes or students from any other facility/studio/gym/club.
• ·         Photographs and videos will be taken of students during classes and at competitions and performances. This material may be used for coaching purposes, marketing, promotion and advertising.
• ·         ALL students, especially competitive students are not to take holidays during terms. Please ensure any trips or vacations do not clash with classes or competitions.
• ·         Students, parents, relatives and friends are not allowed to approach or speak with competition officials for any reason.
• ·         ALL students, including their family and friends will always show good sportsmanship.
• ·         Inferno Cheer and Dance reserves the right to hold additional training, particularly prior to competitions and performances. Any additional classes or training will be advised with as much notice as possible, and will be deemed compulsory for those applicable students.
• ·         Inferno Cheer and Dance reserves the right to add or remove classes from the timetable. This will only be done upon the commencement of a term and through written notice.
• ·         Inferno Cheer and Dance reserves the right to alter prices for both fees and apparel as necessary. This will be avoided where possible, generally upon the commencement of a term and through written notice.
• ·         Inferno Cheer and Dance reserves the right to remove or dismiss an athlete from a class or the studio for breaches of the rules and expected code of conduct. This also applies to parents and guardians.
• ·         Inferno Cheer and Dance reserves the right to position your child in the best interests of your child, others and the team. This applies to class placement, team roles, stage positioning, choreography, and all coaching, training and creative aspects of all classes, programs and teams.
• ·         Parents and guardians are kindly asked not to enter the gym area as this distracts the students and disrupts classes. If a parent or guardian need to talk to the coach or director, we ask that they kindly wait until the completion of the class to do so, or attend the studio during office hours. This includes to make payments or purchases. As a matter of convenience and preservation of yours and the coaches’ time, you may send any enquiries to [email protected].
• ·         Inferno Cheer and Dance reserves the right to change, alter, add or amend the rules at any time. Notice of any changes will be made with as much notice as possible and in writing.

 

Competitive Students (both Cheerleading & Dance)

 

• ·         ALL competitive cheerleading students MUST attend all scheduled competitive classes for their level and age division, as well as one tumbling class.
• ·         ALL competitive dance students MUST attend all scheduled competitive classes for their level and age division, and dance discipline.
• ·         ALL competitive students MUST attend all scheduled choreography & camp dates.
• ·         ALL competitive students MUST maintain an 100% attendance record over the course of a term.
• ·         ALL competitive students MUST NOT be absent within two weeks of a competition or performance. No exceptions.
• ·         It is COMPULSORY for ALL competitive students to attend ALL competitions and performances. This may include travel, be it locally and/or interstate. DO NOT PLAN VACATIONS OR OTHER COMMITMENTS ON COMPETITION OR EVENT DAYS, NOR THE TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO ANY COMPETITION OR EVENT.
• ·         Any and all competitions, their location, times, etc. will be communicated with as much notice as possible in writing.
• ·         ALL classes must be paid for even if a competition or performance falls on a normal class day. Every effort will be made to reschedule any conflicting classes.
• ·         ALL additional costs associated with competitions and performances, including uniforms, costumes, entry fees, travel and accommodation, and other related expenses are the responsibility of the parent or guardian. Payment notices and deadlines will be issued as required for additional costs. 
• ·         Any apparelpurchased from Inferno Cheer and Dance can be exchanged or returned within 14 days from when it was purchased and subject to such apparel not being worn, in its original condition without any damage or alterations and with any tags still attached.  Students may request a cancellation of their order prior to its delivery however Inferno Cheer and Dance reserves the right to determine in its sole discretion whether such order is to be refunded.

Student Code of Conduct

 

• ·         Students are expected to work to the best of their ability in all classes and be dedicated to their team and team mates.
• ·         Students must be respectful and courteous to all fellow students, parents and Inferno Cheer and Dance Coaching staff. Gossiping about, or bullying, any other teams, a child or another team, coaches, parents and staff will NOT be tolerated under any circumstances. This includes any negative behaviour over the internet and social media.
• ·         Students are expected to only represent themselves and Inferno Cheer in a positive light. This is relevant in person, as well as on social media. Student will not comment or post any written or multimedia (photos/videos) item on the internet that may be considered offensive, negative or inappropriate.
• ·         Inferno Cheer and Dance music, choreography, routines, stunts, etc. are the intellectual property of the company. Students are expected to refrain from distributing any of the mentioned verbally, or via the internet. This includes, but is not limited to Facebook, YouTube etc. without the direct permission of coaching staff.
• ·         Students will demonstrate good sportsmanship in all classes, and at all competitions, performances or other events.
• ·         It is expected that training, especially for competitive students, takes priority over all other social occasions and activities. Accommodations will be made where possible, and where advanced noticed it provided in writing.
• ·         Students are expected to wear their uniform with pride and present themselves in a manner which is a positive representation of themselves and Inferno Cheer and Dance.
• ·         Students will always abide by all rules and code of conduct.
• ·         Students are expected to be on time for all classes, training, competitions and performances.

 

Parent Code of Conduct

 

• ·         Parents must be respectful and courteous to all students, parents and Inferno Cheer and Dance Coaching staff. Gossiping about, or bullying, your child, someone else’s child, a team, coaches, other parents and staff will NOT be tolerated under any circumstances. This includes any negative behaviour over the internet and social media.
• ·         Parents are expected to only represent themselves and Inferno Cheer in a positive light. This is relevant in person, as well as on social media. Parents will not comment or post any written or multimedia (photos/videos) item on the internet that may be considered offensive, negative or inappropriate.
• ·         Inferno Cheer and Dance music, choreography, routines, stunts, etc. are the intellectual property of the company. Parents are expected to refrain from distributing any of the mentioned verbally, or via the internet. This includes, but is not limited to Facebook, YouTube etc. without the direct permission of coaching staff.
• ·         Parents will demonstrate good sportsmanship in all classes, and at all competitions, performances or other events.
• ·         It is expected that training, especially for competitive students, takes priority over all other social occasions and activities. Parents are expected to encourage their child to achieve their best at training and to prioritise the sport, their training and their team.
• ·         Parents are expected to encourage their child, yet never force their child.
• ·         Parents will always abide by all rules and code of conduct.
• ·         Parents are expected to be facilitate their child in being on time for all classes, training, competitions and performances.
• ·         Parents are not to interfere with classes, training, coaching, or any aspect that relates to the activities conducted at Inferno Cheer and Dance.
• ·         Parents are expected to use the appropriate channels to express any concerns, issues or opinions. If there is a problem, please contact the Inferno Cheer and Dance director directly, do not approach or address the problem with the third party directly (e.g.: parent, someone else’s child, competition official, etc.).