All payments are made at the time of enrollment and will not be refunded for missed, unused, cancelled classes, or switched to virtual classes. Step 1 Dance 2 Academy's Season 15 "RADIATE" 2025/2026 Tuition Contract
Step 1 Dance 2 Academy – Tuition Agreement This agreement is made and entered into between Step 1 Dance 2 Academy and the undersigned, who is/are the Parent, Legal Guardian or Adult Student of the Studio. Tuition Payments- Tuition is due monthly for the entire dance year (September through May/June).
- Preferred Payment Method: Credit Card (as of 2025- a 2.3% processing fee will be added to all charges)
- Payments not received in full by the 7th of each month (by 9:00 PM) will incur a $30 late fee PER CHILD.
- If tuition remains unpaid for 30 days, your child(ren) may not be permitted to attend class until the balance is paid.
Credit Card Declines & Fees- A $30 decline fee will be charged if your automatic credit card payment fails on the 1st of the month.
- If tuition is still unpaid after the 7th, the additional $30 late fee per child will be applied. In addition, if left unpaid, an additional $10 will be added to the account for each additional week that follows until tuition is paid in full.
- If your credit card is declined twice, it will be removed from your account, and only cash or check payments will be accepted.
- You may update your card information anytime via our website and through your Parent/Student Portal: www.step1dance2.com. If you are unable to log in, it is your responsibility to contact the office staff by email/phone to gain access to your account in a timely manner.
NOTE: The studio reserves the right to impose processing, decline, and/or late fees for any compromised or declined payment methods. Authorization & Notifications- You are responsible for making timely payments.
- By signing this agreement, you authorize Step 1 Dance 2 Academy to initiate electronic payments for any balance due using the payment method on file.
- You will receive email notifications for processed payments unless you have opted out of email communications.
- If payment cannot be processed and your balance remains overdue, class enrollment may be terminated and is under the authorization of the studio owner.
- All payment disputes will be addressed using this signed agreement.
- Checks are not currently accepted as a payment method.
Class Withdrawal Policy- A 30-day written notice and signed Withdrawal Form are required to drop a class. Waivers are sent electronically to families via email after notification is given of wanting to drop a class.
- You are responsible for tuition during the 30-day withdrawal period.
- Prepaid tuition is non-refundable, but may be credited toward a future session for up to one year.
- Registration/showcase fees are non-refundable. A showcase withdrawal fee will be assessed for any showcase withdrawal.
Agreement AcknowledgmentI/We, the undersigned, have read, understood, and agree to abide by the terms outlined above for the 2025–2026 dance year. I/We acknowledge full financial responsibility for monthly tuition and associated fees. I/We understand: - This authorization remains in effect until canceled via email with at least 7 days’ notice before the next billing date.
- A $30 decline fee will be incurred for any card issues, in addition to tuition.
- I am an authorized user of the listed payment method and will not dispute scheduled transactions.
Policies & Risk AcknowledgmentI have received (or will obtain) a copy of Step 1 Dance 2 Academy’s policies and accept responsibility for reading and adhering to all guidelines. I understand there are no refunds or credits for missed classes due to illness, holidays, vacations, or weather. I recognize and voluntarily assume the risks associated with physical activity and participation at Step 1 Dance 2 Academy. (A separate Student Liability Waiver must be signed via Smart Waiver.)
If for any reason, your student decides to withdraw from a class (in studio or virtual), we require 30 days notice to be given with the proper Withdrawal Form filled out and signed by the owner/office manager. You will be responsible for tuition for the 30 days, in which we will still send an invoice. Prepaid tuition will not be refunded, but a credit will be placed on your account with the ability to use towards the next available class session. I/We, the undersigned, have read and understand the Terms and Conditions of this Agreement, for the enrollment of Student(s) for the 2025-2026 dance year. I/We agree to abide by said terms and conditions and agree to fulfill the total financial obligation for monthly payment of tuition as set forth herein. I understand that this authorization will remain in effect until I cancel via email & agree to notify S1D2 in writing of any changes to may account information or termination of this authorization at least 7 days prior to the next billing date (1st of each month). I understand I will incur a $30 decline fee if my card gets declined & I will be responsible for the fee in addition to the tuition. I certify that I am the authorized user of this card & WILL NOT DISPUTE these scheduled transactions. THE STUDIO IS PROUDLY PCI & PII COMPLIANT
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