General

These terms and conditions apply to events that run over multiple dates. This includes all courses (a series of weekly classes), mini-courses, and any series of events where individual sessions cannot be booked separately, such as a 10-week Class and Dance evening series. For terms and conditions relating to single-session events, please visit this link.

By booking a course, mini-course, or workshop, you agree to the following:

If booking on behalf of other attendees, you confirm that you have the authority to agree to these Terms and Conditions on their behalf. We are entitled to rely on this representation. It is your responsibility to ensure all attendees are aware of and comply with these Terms and Conditions.

1. Advertising or Collecting Data

• 1.1. Attendance at Swing Dance Company events is for personal enjoyment only.
• 1.2. Attendees are prohibited from advertising, promoting, or soliciting goods or services, whether for payment or otherwise.
• 1.3. Systematic collection of attendee information (e.g., phone numbers, email addresses) is strictly prohibited.
• 1.4. All data collection and processing will comply with GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Payment and Refunds

• 2.1. Payment for all courses, workshops, and classes (excluding the Absolute Beginners Course Free Trial Class) is required in advance.
• 2.2. No refunds are available after payment, except in cases of course cancellation by The Swing Dance Company.
• 2.3. If The Swing Dance Company cancels a course, attendees will be offered the option of a full refund or enrollment in an alternative course of equivalent value within the same, or subsequent term.

3. Class Sizes and Cancellation

• 3.1. Courses and workshops are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to venue capacity.
• 3.2. Courses or workshops with fewer than 12 participants by the early booking date (specified on the course booking page) will be cancelled.
• 3.3. In the event of cancellation under clause 3.2, attendees will be offered a refund or an alternative course of equivalent value within the same term.

4. Partners & Lead/Follow Roles

• 4.1. The Swing Dance Company does not arrange dance partners.
• 4.2. Partner dance lessons are either "fixed partner" (partners remain together) or "partner rotation" (partners change).
• 4.3. All partner-dance classes are "fixed partner" unless otherwise stated.
• 4.4. For fixed partner lessons, participants must find a partner before booking.
• 4.5. Single-place tickets are not available for fixed partner lessons.
• 4.6. Groups of 3 or more can book together and rotate partners within their booking group, ensuring a balance of leaders and followers.
• 4.7. Partner rotation lessons may offer single-place tickets, designated as "leader," "follower," or "open."
• 4.8. "Open" participants may be assigned either role by the teacher.
• 4.9. In partner rotation classes with an uneven balance of roles, some participants may need to sit out occasionally.

5. Age

• 5.1. All attendees must be 18 or over.
• 5.2. In exceptional circumstances, attendees under 18 may be permitted with explicit parental/guardian consent and supervision at all times.
• 5.3. The Swing Dance Company reserves the right to request proof of age.

6. Health & Safety

• 6.1. Attendees must inform their teacher of any medical conditions that may affect their participation.
• 6.2. Participation is at the attendee's own risk, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct by The Swing Dance Company.
• 6.3. The Swing Dance Company reserves the right to refuse participation to any attendee who is deemed to be a health and safety risk.

7. Course Deferrals

• 7.1. Course deferrals may be granted in exceptional circumstances. Contact us for details.

8. 12-Month Free Repeat Guarantee

• 8.1. The free repeat guarantee applies only to Absolute Beginners, Intermediate Green, and Intermediate Yellow SwingJive 10-week courses.
• 8.2. A paid course booking is required before claiming a free repeat.
• 8.3. Free repeat availability is subject to course scheduling and capacity.
• 8.4. The free repeat must be claimed within the three terms immediately following the paid course.
• 8.5. The free repeat is non-transferable.

9. Catch-Up at Alternative Locations

• 9.1. Catch-up classes are subject to availability and must be requested via this contact form.
• 9.2. Catch-up classes must be of the same level and format as the original course, and within the same term.
• 9.3. Catch-up classes are non-transferable.

10. Free Access to Online Courses

• 10.1. Paid course attendees receive free 12-month access to the matching online course via a discount voucher in weekly emails.
• 10.2. The discount voucher for the online course must be redeemed prior to the final in-person course session.
• 10.3. Online course terms of use are available here.

11. Liability Waiver

• 11.1. To the fullest extent permitted by law, attendees waive any claims against The Swing Dance Company for injuries or damages sustained during the course, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

12. Data Privacy

• 12.1. The Swing Dance Company will process attendee data in accordance with its privacy policy, available here.

13. Force Majeure

• 13.1. The Swing Dance Company is not liable for failures or delays due to events beyond its control (e.g., pandemics, natural disasters).

14. Amendments

• 14.1. The Swing Dance Company reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions.

15. Contact Information

• 15.1. For enquiries, contact us here.

16. Severability

• 16.1. If any provision is invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

17. Entire Agreement

• 17.1. These terms constitute the entire agreement.

18. Prohibited Items

• 18.1. The following items are prohibited: Illegal substances, outside alcoholic beverages (where a licensed bar is in operation), and any items that pose a risk to safety or enjoyment.
• 18.2. The Swing Dance Company may confiscate prohibited items.

19. Parking

• 19.1. Parking information is available on the venue-specific page of the website.
• 19.2. Vehicles are parked at the owner's risk.

20. Food and Beverage

• 20.1. Food and beverage policies vary by venue. Check the venue-specific page.

21. Accessibility

• 21.1. Attendees with accessibility needs should contact The Swing Dance Company in advance.

22. Intellectual Property

• 22.1. All course materials, including choreography, notes, and recordings, are the intellectual property of The Swing Dance Company and may not be reproduced or distributed without explicit permission.

23. Photography and Videography

• 23.1. Attendees are permitted to take photos and videos for personal use only, provided it does not disrupt the class.
• 23.2. Attendees must not request teachers to demonstrate moves for the purpose of recording, as demonstrations are provided in weekly emails, within the online school and on theswingdancecompany.co.uk.
• 23.3. The Swing Dance Company reserves the right to take and use photos/videos of classes for promotional purposes.

24. Cancellation by Attendee

• 24.1. The 12-month free repeat guarantee, free access to online courses, free catch-up classes, and deferral policy (section 7) addresses cancellations and missed classes by attendees.

25. Course Content Changes

• 25.1. The Swing Dance Company reserves the right to make minor changes to course content or schedules due to unforeseen circumstances.

26. Behavioural Expectations

• 26.1. The Swing Dance Company reserves the right to remove or refuse entry to any attendee behaving in a disruptive, dangerous, or offensive manner.

27. Communication

• 27.1. Weekly course updates, including demonstrations and supporting information, will be communicated via email.
• 27.2. Emergency communications (e.g., venue changes, cancellations) may be sent via text message or WhatsApp. By providing a mobile number, attendees consent to receive such communications.