Dance Mouse – Enrolment Terms and Conditions
to simplify and protect Dance Mouse operations, please review these terms for enrolling your dancer.
1.Agreement & Enrolment
By submitting a completed enrolment form, you agree to these terms and conditions.
2.Definitions
-We/Us/Our: Dance Mouse, including our employees and agents.
-You/Your: The Dancer’s parent/guardian, responsible for payment and completing the enrolment.
-Dancer: The student enrolled, as specified on the form.
3.Agreement Duration
-Your agreement starts from the Dancer’s first class
- Classes are structured into the Four school terms (8-10Lessons)
- Only Classes cancelled by me/teacher, will re-scheduled
- No classes in the holiday or public holidays
4.Fees and Payment
Class Fees:
-Payable Per Term: Billed according to school terms.
Annual Fee-
-This once-off yearly fee covers Registration, Class charts (Tots only), mid-year (Dance Mouse only), and end-year reports, as well as a graduation package, which includes an assessment, medal, certificate, and a small DMC gift. This fee will be invoiced separately and is payable on or before the 3rd term.
-Assessment, Brag Days & Graduation: It's not just about the dance moves, it's about celebrating progress and building confidence!
- A separate DMC Brag Day will be held at the end of the year for DMC dancers who did not participate in a school concert, event, or cultural evening. DMC dancers who participate in a school event as DMC dancers will have this performance recognised as their Brag Day, and an in-class graduation will take place.
Uniforms/Dance Gear available for purchase
-Dance Mouse and Tots welcome pack: Top, bottoms (branded and fun)
-Optional: Buy the pack or items separately
-Uniforms take about 3-4 weeks to arrive and are ordered only once fully paid.
-Uniform Sizes: Ages 1-2, 2-3, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8.
-Use your invoice reference for payment accuracy. Incorrect references may delay payment processing.
5.Dance Instruction
-Dance Mouse aims to provide foundational and versatile dance training in areas like Modern, Jazz, Hip Hop, cheerleading and more, emphasizing body awareness, strength, and expression.
6.Media & Website
-Dance Mouse isn’t responsible for third-party orders, like DVDs or photos taken at events.
-By signing the terms and conditions, you agree to be added to a school WhatsApp group for sharing photos from each class and weekly updates.
7.Fees for Non-Payment
-Should payments be overdue, the dancer will be unable to participate in class
until the outstanding balance is settled.
-All fees must be cleared before advancing to the next term.
8.Legal Jurisdiction
Both parties agree to the jurisdiction of the Magistrate’s Court unless the High Court is needed.
10.Physical Activity and Injury
Dance involves physical activity, with a risk of injuries ranging from minor to severe. By enrolling, you release Dance Mouse from liability for injuries unless due to gross negligence on our part.
11.Termination
-Either party may terminate this agreement:
-We may end this agreement with seven days’ notice, with reimbursement for unused term days.
- To terminate, you must provide a Calander month written notice
- Late notice will incur a 20% term fee penalty.
12.Re-Enrollment
- Class Fees: Payable Per Term: Billed according to school terms.
-Annual Fee applies
-This once-off yearly fee covers Registration, mid-year (Dance Mouse), class charts (Tots) and end-year reports, as well as a graduation package, which includes an assessment, medal, certificate, and a small DMC gift. This fee will be invoiced separately and is payable on or before the 3rd term.
-Assessment, Brag Days & Graduation: It's not just about the dance moves, it's about celebrating progress and building confidence!
- A separate DMC Brag Day will be held at the end of the year for DMC dancers who did not participate in a school concert, event, or cultural evening. DMC dancers who participate in a school event as DMC dancers will have this performance recognised as their Brag Day, and an in-class graduation will take place.
-Dance uniform available for purchase
-Uniforms take about 3-4 weeks to arrive and are ordered only once fully paid.
-Uniform Sizes: Ages 1-2, 2-3, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8.
-Use your invoice reference for payment accuracy. Incorrect references may delay payment processing.
13.Assessments and Events
-Brag Days/assessments are held in October/November to showcase students progress.
- A separate DMC Brag Day will be held at the end of the year for DMC dancers who did not participate in a school concert, event, or cultural evening. DMC dancers who participate in a school event as DMC dancers will have this performance recognised as their Brag Day/assessment, and an in-class graduation will take place.
-Fees for these events are invoiced separately and are payable on or by the 3rd Term (Annual fee, as seen above)
14.Communication
Most updates are shared via WhatsApp. Ensure all contact details are correct on the enrolment form.
15.Attendance
- Fees aren’t adjusted for holidays.
- No refunds for student absences.
- Any class cancellations by the DMC teacher will be rescheduled.
16. General Terms
This agreement is governed by South African law. In lockdowns, classes will continue online, with a 60-day notice required for cancellations.
17. Privacy and Data Use
By signing, you consent to share your details with relevant Dance Mouse parties for administrative purposes. Photos or videos of dancers are only taken with careful protection of identities.