Terms & Conditions

I choose to participate in classes, performances, workshops, and other activities at or with NEW YORK CHEER & DANCE, LLC d/b/a  The Pearl NYC, a New York limited liability company of my own free will and certify that I am in proper physical condition to take part in such activities.

If I have questions about whether an activity is suitable for me to pursue, I will consult my health care provider in making that decision. If I have any known physical vulnerabilities, conditions, or injuries, I agree to discuss them with the director before participating.

Release

By signing this document, I release NEW YORK CHEER & DANCE, LLC d/b/a The Pearl NYC, a New York limited liability company and their directors, owners, members, students, teachers, staff, employees, volunteers, associates (collectively referred to in this document as (“The Pearl NYC”) from any liability or claim that I or my representatives may have against THE PEARL NYC with respect to any bodily injury, personal injury, illness, death, or property loss or damage that may result from my participation at or with THE PEARL NYC.

I voluntarily release and forever discharge and hold harmless THE PEARL NYC from any and all claims or demands for damages, loss of services, costs and expenses, injuries, attorney fees, and any other call for reparation from any and all injury to me or my property arising in any way from my participation in dance classes, camps, intensives, workshops, performances, troupes, the use of THE PEARL NYC equipment or facilities, and any activities associated with THE PEARL NYC.

Risks

I understand that there are risks of physical injury associated with, arising out of, and inherent to dancing. These risks include the potential for slips and falls, sprains, strains, dislocations, soft tissue injuries, musculoskeletal injuries, podiatric conditions, and other risks not specified here.

Understanding these risks and the potential for others not listed, I agree to personally accept and assume all of the risks present in my participation at or with THE PEARL NYC. My participation at or with THE PEARL NYC is entirely voluntary, and I choose to participate in spite of the risks. Instructors may correct dancers by touching their arms, legs, feet, hips, back and head to move them in the correct position. I acknowledge that this is a common standard in dance instruction and understand that it is my responsibility to communicate clearly with my teacher and/or the director if any form of touch is unacceptable to me.

Medical Treatment and Insurance

I understand that THE PEARL NYC does not assume any responsibility for or obligation to provide financial or other assistance in the event of injury or illness, including but not limited to medical, health, or disability insurance or support. 

I authorize THE PEARL NYC to obtain necessary medical or dental treatment, including first aid, ambulance transport, hospitalization, or such other care necessary for my health and welfare in an emergency. If my insurance does not cover emergency treatment that is deemed necessary and sought for me by THE PEARL NYC, I agree to be responsible for and pay all costs incurred on my behalf.

I release and discharge THE PEARL NYC from any claim which may arise on account of any first aid, treatment, or service rendered in connection with my participation in THE PEARL NYC activities or with the decision by any representative or agent of THE PEARL NYC to consent to medical or dental treatment on my behalf in an emergency.

I understand that THE PEARL NYC does not carry or maintain health, medical, dental, or disability insurance coverage for any participant. I agree to take responsibility for full payment of any emergency medical or dental costs related to my THE PEARL NYC participation regardless of whether I have insurance coverage.

Photographic Release

I understand that THE PEARL NYC may take photo and video recordings of me during my participation in THE PEARL NYC classes and activities. I convey to THE PEARL NYC full rights and interest in these recordings. I understand such recordings may be used in advertising or other published materials, physical or virtual.

If I do NOT consent to being photographed or video-recorded, I will make sure the director is aware of my concerns and the reasons for them, I will be proactive about avoiding being photographed or recorded, and I will hold THE PEARL NYC harmless if a photo or video recording of me is released despite all precautions. I understand that this choice may limit my participation in performances that are routinely photographed and/or videotaped.