Refund Policy
NOTE: A student is only REFUNDED their money, if it was paid in advance and the cancellation was made prior to to the established date of the first lesson. It is your responsibility to notify the instructor at least 7 DAYS before any cancellation can be refunded. NO REFUNDS AFTER THE FIRST DAY OF CLASSES.
Registration and Fees
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I understand that after paying the registration money that I am not entitled to a refund for any reason whatsoever. Any refunds administered are at the discretion of the instructor.
I understand that after paying the registration money that I am not entitled to a refund for any reason whatsoever. Any refunds administered are at the discretion of the instructor.•I understand that my registration is for the current session I have enrolled for only. It is not transferable to any other class, lesson, event, or workshop.
I understand that my registration is for the current session I have enrolled for only. It is not transferable to any other class, lesson, event, or workshop. •I understand that my registration is valid from the first day of term until the last day of term.
I understand that my registration is valid from the first day of term until the last day of term. •I understand that my enrollment semester money cannot be transferred to the following semester for any reason whatsoever.
I understand that my enrollment semester money cannot be transferred to the following semester for any reason whatsoever.•I understand that my enrollment money cannot be given to someone else for their use (i.e., family, friend, co-worker, etc).
I understand that my enrollment money cannot be given to someone else for their use (i.e., family, friend, co-worker, etc).•I understand that only I can use my dance card (should I be issued one).
I understand that only I can use my dance card (should I be issued one). Proper Dress and What to Wear to Class
- Please wear clothing that you can move freely in. Yoga outfits, leggings, sports bras, long shirts, or typical dance attire is appropriate.
- Please do not wear a Bellydance costume. Hip belts, a scarf to tie around your hips, and coin skirts are fine.
- Shoes? No, you do not need shoes in Level 1, but ballet slippers or jazz shoes are best. We do not recommend socks (slippery) or bare feet (hygiene).
Choreography
All choreographies are the property of the Elmishaal Dance, LLC and Lotus Niraja & The NDC. You must get permission to perform any choreography outside of the studio or classes, You do not have the right to teach any part of the lesson plans or choreography to others. It is best to ask before inviting any legal issues.
Your Health
I know that there may be risks associated with fitness classes and willingly accept those possibilities. I know that it is my responsibility to ensure my own safety. I take full responsibility for my own health and safety in participating in the fitness class and to the extent I deem advisable, will consult a physician before participating in any of the activities.
You agree you have no pre-existing medical or physical condition that prevents you from participating in group or private Bellydance classes. You understand that dance instruction is a physical fitness exercise that may require areas of your body to move quickly, push, pull, bend, change levels, use your joints, knees, neck, back, and motor skills. You understand that you are responsible for your own health before, during, and after the class session. This also applies to private lesson students.
Inclement Weather (Snow, Heavy Rain, Major Weather Systems)
We try to inform all students of any cancellations due to inclement weather. It may be posted on the website (www.lotusniraja.com) or via a phone call. It is your responsibility to contact the instructor to inquire about any class cancellations. Please either call or email. You may also check the website for any last-minute updates, but due to the nature of weather, this may not always be possible. In snow, wind, and ice, please use YOUR DISCRETION when traveling. You are under no obligation to travel and if you opt to do so, the instructor and dancer studio take no responsibility for your safety to and from class.
Lateness & Make Up Classes
It is every student’s responsibility to attend each class at the given lesson date and time. Any missed classes on the part of the student will not add any extra time to the group lesson duration and no makeup class. Any extra classes must be paid for.
Cancellation of Classes, Class Starting Late, and Emergencies
Elmishaal Dance, LLC, Lotus Niraja & The NDC, Studio A, and The Promenade reserves the right and authority to cancel and reschedule classes, classes sessions, private lesson appointments as necessary with no refund due to students. The Teacher and or Assistant Teacher reserves the right to begin class later than the posted time. The full advertised time will be carried out or over to the next class session. The instructor reserves the right to cancel class due to weather, accidents, medical emergencies, and travel delays.
Substitute Instructor
Lotus Niraja and Elmishaal Dance, LLC reserves the right to substitute another instructor at any time (due to performance travel, emergencies, etc) without prior notice.
Respect for other Students and Teachers
*Student(s) - Lotus Niraja takes harmful dance community behavior seriously, and does not participate in degrading or negative behavior towards any dancer or teacher. Rude, bad behavior, swearing or foul language, violent, physical or verbal abuse will not be tolerated and will result in ejection from class. Harmful criticism, gossip from other dancers or groups, witch hunts from other teachers or dancers, threats will not be tolerated. If you are removed from class for any of these behaviors, you will not receive any refunds nor be allowed back into class. Note: Lotus desires to foster a positive environment in her classes and does not tolerate gossip or disrespectful behavior. If you find you are in a class that fosters this environment, please do the right thing and leave. You are welcomed to Elmishaal.
*Teacher(s) - Show respect for your teacher. Your Bellydance teacher and/or substitute is a well-trained and highly respected professional. Your teacher has also dedicated her life and time to this art form. You are asked to respect Middle Eastern dance, the culture, the teacher, and also the art.
"I want a job as a bellydancer!!! How long do I have to take classes?"
Sorry! Unless you have been studying Bellydance for 3+ years under constant training, you are NOT ready for a professional Bellydance career. We are inundated with dancers that are currently dancing in restaurants and professional venues that have studied for less that 3 years and it shows. After 3 consistent years of Bellydance technique training, then you need to move into intensive training for performances and understanding of the entertainment business. Allow yourself the freedom of learning and getting your dance style infallible before coming onto the scene. Study with a good instructor, mentor with an instructor you admire....and learn. As a dancer you become an ambassador of a culture that is not yours, take the time to learn it properly!
Please note: If you cannot join the National Ballet Company after 1 year of ballet classes, then the same applies to bellydancing. Bellydancing takes years of training, technique, and education. Please respect this culture and dance, by respecting the journey that comes along with it.
(Lotus Niraja does not foster, promote, support any student or NDC troupe member that begins teaching or performing professionally before they are ready. If a dancer references Lotus Niraja and The NDC or if you have any questions about any student of Lotus', please feel free to contact her directly. Lotus strives to have higher dance and instructional standards and will fully cooperate in order to maintain proper Bellydance Professionalism.)
