Renter(s) agree to the following:

The Studio School of Dance & Studio M may be used for legal activities only. There is absolutely NO SMOKING or DRUG USE in the building. Smoking is allowed outside the building. Renter is responsible for clean up of smoking-related debris (ashes, cigarettes, etc) before leaving.

REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITY OF LEASING

The Renter assumes full responsibility of the venue during the times of use, including but not limited to:

• Ensuring venue is returned to clean and working order after use.
• Ensuring access to the venue is only for members of your party.
• Proper use of equipment, facilities and furniture within venue.

Use of the studio/ performance space requires the following in advance:

• Acceptance of these terms and conditions
• Payment in full for hourly business reservations.
• Payment of registration fee and pro-rated first month’s rent for monthly rentals.
• Photocopy of Renter’s Drivers License and Liability Insurance Certificate listing The Studio School of Dance as additional insured emailed to the main office 48 hours before reservation begins.

ARRIVE AND LEAVE ON TIME

The lease shall start and end as set forth in this Agreement; set-up and clean-up time must take place during hours reserved. If additional set-up and clean-up time is needed, please reserve time accordingly. A pro-rated charge equal to your rental rate will be applied for each additional 15 minutes that extends beyond original reservation term. Any additional time needed must be approved by management prior to day of class or event.

BE RESPECTFUL OF OUR NEIGHBORS

• The person whose name is on the application as the renter must be the first person in the studio on the day of the event and must remain on site throughout the entire event/ class. Only the authorized renter may operate the sound system
• Groups with minors (under age 18) must provide an adult supervisor. Do not leave minors unattended in the studio.
• Minors are to be supervised by an adult at all times.
• Loud music is not to be played in the parking lot out of respect to other tenants of our building

STUDIO & EQUIPMENT SUPPLIES

The Studio School of Dance agrees to provide the venue in good working order but makes no special guarantees as to said venue’s functionality or suitability to Renter’s purposes. The Renter is entitled to use the assigned studio space, lounge space, lighting equipment, sound equipment, tables and chairs and any furniture in the studio at the time of rental. Provider is not liable for acts out of its control that affect usability, such as power outages, weather-related emergencies, or Acts of God.

Renter agrees to return all equipment, studio, and furniture in the condition it was provided and to immediately notify The Studio School of Dance of any damage, failure, or change in equipment provided. Please do not move any pieces larger than a single chair without two people present to move it without dragging the legs.

Be kind to the barres: Do not hang, stand, or sit on barres. Be kind to the equipment: Do not blast volume on sound system. Be kind to the floors: NO DIRTY STREET SHOES (cubbies are available outside studios for shoe storage).

Bottled water is permitted. Other beverages, food, and chewing gum are not permitted in the dance studios at any time.

DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT, FURNITURE, OR STUDIO

Renter agrees to pay for any repair or replacement costs of equipment, furniture, or studio that Renter damages within 3 business days of written notification. In the event that the Renter’s employees, Renter’s contractors, Renter’s clients, or any and all Renter’s visitors damage any equipment or studio, Renter agrees to pay for any repairs or replacements necessary within 3 business days of written notification. Renter agrees to leave the studio in the condition it was found, or a $150 cleaning fee will be assessed to the payment method on file. There is no warranty that rented items are free of defects. The Renter agrees that The Studio School of Dance holds no liability for any damage or injury caused by use of rental items to Renter or any third party. The Renter assumes all risk of personal property damage or personal injury. If any accident involving The Studio’s rental items has occurred while it is in the Renter’s possession, Renter shall make The Studio School of Dance aware by written statement of details of occurrence of event including police report and names and addresses of witnesses, if applicable.

LIABILITY

Renter agrees to get a signed Liability Release from all persons that will be on the premises prior to use of The Studio School of Dance / Studio M. The Studio School of Dance / Studio M will not be held liable for any injuries or accidents to the Renter, Renter’s employees, Renter’s contractors, Renter’s clients, or any and all Renter’s visitors that occur within or outside the studio premises. The work, services or activity to be performed in the venue under this contract will be performed entirely at the risk of the Renter and the Renter assumes all responsibility for guests in the venue during the rental term.

Renter may be requested to provide a certificate of liability naming The Studio School of Dance and Peacock Collections LLC as an additional insured, with a minimum per occurrence coverage of $1,000,000 personal and property coverage. A copy of the required Certificate of Liability Insurance must be submitted to The Studio School of Dance prior to the class, activity, or event.

ALCOHOL POLICY

The Studio School of Dance/ Studio M does not sell, serve or promote the consumption of alcoholic beverages. Any and all liabilities that arise from the consumption of alcoholic beverages or illegal substances are the responsibility of the Renter. All Louisiana State Laws and Federal Laws must be adhered to at all times.

BUSINESS CANCELLATION POLICY

Business by the Hour: Businesses may cancel up to 7 days prior to reservation for a refund minus a 20% service fee. No cancellations within 7 days of reservation. Business Weekly/Monthly: Businesses leasing on a monthly basis require a 2-payment notice before a complete move-out. Recurring schedule changes require a 30-day notice and are subject to availability.

PERSONAL CANCELLATION POLICY

Free cancellation with written notice 30 days or more prior to reservation. 50% of total reservation remains payable to The Studio School of Dance for cancellations less than 30 days prior to reservation. No cancellations less than 14 days prior to reservation.

ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS

Renter agrees to electronic payments. Hourly rentals are paid in full at time of booking via electronic payment. Monthly rentals are paid via automatic draft on the 1st of every month. Renter gives The Studio School of Dance permission to automatically draft payments until a 2-payment cancellation notice is given in writing.