Booking Process and Registration Policy:
1. **Booking and Payment:**
- All studio bookings must be made through our online scheduling system, which requires full payment at the time of booking. Real-time availability can be checked through our online calendar.
- Studio rentals are the only service available for online booking. For events and in-house package services, clients must fill out the inquiry form on our website for personalized service and accurate quotes.
2. **Consultation and Invoice:**
- After submitting the inquiry form, we will contact you for a personal consultation to discuss your session or event. An invoice will be sent following the consultation.
3. **Confirmation and Follow-Up:**
- Booking confirmations will be emailed once payment is processed. For events and package services, a detailed follow-up plan will be provided.
**Late Policy:**
1. **Booking Times:**
- Clients must book sufficient time for their sessions, including setup and breakdown. Plan accordingly to complete all activities within the allotted time.
2. **Timeliness:**
- Clients must arrive on time and be ready to start at the scheduled time.
3. **Overage Charges:**
- First 5 minutes over: No charge (grace period).
- 6 to 15 minutes over: [$5] per minute.
- 16 to 30 minutes over: [$10] per minute.
- More than 30 minutes over: [$15] per minute.
4. **Extensions:**
- Extra time can be arranged in advance if the schedule permits, charged at the standard hourly rate.
5. **Maximum Session Length:**
- Sessions will not be extended beyond 30 minutes past the original booking time. Clients must vacate the studio by this time.
6. **Communication:**
- Clients should communicate any delays or changes to their booking as early as possible.
Refund Policy for Unforeseen Circumstances:
1. **Cancellation Policy:**
- Cancellation 30 days prior: Full refund minus nonrefundable booking fee.
- Cancellation 14-29 days prior: 50% refund minus nonrefundable booking fee.
- Cancellation within 14 days: Nonrefundable.
2. **Rescheduling:**
- Must be done at least one week in advance to avoid forfeiting the session fee.
3. **Short-Notice Cancellations:**
- Cancellations less than one week in advance are nonrefundable.
No Smoking Policy:
1. **No Smoking Rule:**
- Smoking is prohibited on all studio premises.
2. **Penalty for Violation:**
- $500 penalty for violations, covering additional cleaning and disruptions.
Damage Policy:
1. **Responsibility for Damages:**
- Clients are responsible for any breakage, damage, loss, or additional expenses during their use of the studio.
2. **Reimbursement for Damages:**
- Clients agree to reimburse the studio for the full cost of repair or replacement within two days of receiving an invoice.
Food and Drink Policy:
1. **No Outside Food or Drinks:**
- Only refreshments provided by the studio are permitted.
2. **Refreshment Packages:**
- Must be booked in advance.
Nudity Policy:
1. **Private Bookings:**
- Nudity is permitted only in private bookings. Prior notification is required.
Children Policy:
1. **Supervision:**
- Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.
Cleaning Policy:
1. **Excessive Mess:**
- Additional cleaning fees ($50-$100) for excessive messes.
2. **Trash Disposal:**
- Garbage must be placed in trash bags.
Studio Capacity Policy:
1. **Included Capacity:**
- Up to five people included in booking price. Additional guests incur a $15 fee per person, with a maximum of ten people unless the entire studio is booked.
Pets Policy:
1. **Pet Fee:**
- $50 pet fee per pet and a $300 preauthorized hold on the credit card.
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