All students are expected to and are responsible to follow the code of conduct and regulations at all times.

• You are expected to act in a courteous manner to staff and fellow students at all times and any form of bullying will not be tolerated. You should be friendly, supportive and helpful, respectful and work sensibly with your fellow class mates at all times. Respectful and proper behaviour is expected in all areas of the building, including waiting areas.

• Please arrive at least 5 mins prior to the published class time. This allows for a prompt start and ensures that you have time to warm up for the session.

• You are expected to apply yourself in class, to listen and pay attention, not talk unless instructed to, take corrections and try hard the first time.

• We expect you to do assigned homework and practice corrections at home.

• You are expected to wear the correct uniform for class, hair off the face and not a distraction, in a bun for girls, no jewellery or watches, and have all required equipment with you.

• Teachers are there to help you. If you have any questions you can approach them.

• ZEST Dance Studios reserves the right to substitute artists, vary the advertised programme or cancel classes if necessary.

• No refunds can be given unless a class is cancelled. All pre-booked classes, master classes and courses are non-refundable and non transferable at the point of sale.

• Changing rooms are there for a reason. All outdoor clothes must be left in the changing room.

• You should inform your teacher of any injury or illness prior to the beginning of class.

• Any injury or pain incurred during class should be reported to the teacher immediately. If you are ill or injured it is your responsibility to stop, notify the teacher and seek help.

• Prior to the beginning of class, you should inform your teacher and ask permission from teachers if you have to leave early. You must inform the staff when you are leaving the building. • Eating is not permitted in the studios at any time. Gum should not be chewed during class.

• You must not touch or use any equipment or sets in the studios without supervision from your teacher.

• If you have any concerns regarding the class, teacher or other students you should speak to Miss Shona.

• ZEST Dance Studios is a working environment and for everyone’s safety please do not run or shout in either the corridors or studio spaces unless instructed to by a member of staff.

• For safety reasons, latecomers will not be allowed to join in class after the first 10 minutes.

ZEST Dance Studios reserves the right to take action if we consider that any individual is not acting in an appropriate manner or complying with the above terms.

The foyer:
Please note that the foyer is a public space; please do not leave your children in the foyer unattended.

Due to the space being public students must not change in the foyer at any time.

Accident, Injury & Illness
During class: Please make your teacher aware of any aches, pains or illness you sustain during class. This will enable us to assess if you are fit to continue.

Any accident resulting in injury inside the studio will be entered into the company accident book.

If a severe accident or injury is incurred your parents will be contacted immediately and if necessary hospital treatment will be sought. In some cases of illness your parents may be contacted to collect you. In cases of minor injury, accident or illness your teacher will speak to your parents at the end of the session. Due to the number of aches and pains dancers get, your niggles will not be reported directly to parents by ZEST Dance Studios. If you are attending class with an injury or illness: If you are unwell or have a pre-existing injury you must make us aware of:

• The nature of your illness or injury

• If injured, when and how it occurred

• What you are able to do and what you should avoid

Please note that we encourage students to come in and watch class even if they are injured as there is always so much to learn. However, please do not come into class if you are sick- we might all catch it!

If you are unable to attend class:
If you are unable to attend class due to emergency or illness on the day of class please contact Miss Shona.

Please note:
In the event of a teacher being ill or injured we will try to find a suitable substitute teacher. If a teacher is ill or injured on the day of class and sessions have to be cancelled or shortened, we will contact parents where possible. Students will never be left at the studio alone.

• All equipment, uniform & personal items should be clearly marked with your name

• Please immediately inform us of any lost property arrange collecting it. Any un-claimed property will be thrown away.

• ZEST Dance Studios accepts no responsibility for any loss of property.

ZEST Dance Studios is run by a very friendly and approachable team and we are always more than happy to speak to parents about anything to do with the students training. A member of the team will always come to great students and parents at the start of class so if you have any quick questions then please let them know. Class can get very busy so if you would like to have a longer discussion then please email us to let us know and we will arrange a time that will be convenient. Contact with our teachers when away from class should be by e-mail or via the school facebook page and group only.

All classes are run from our studio:

ZEST Dance Studios
City Mills
Peel Street
Morley
LS27 8QL