General Terms and Conditions (GTC) of Born 2 Dance
Status: May 2025
1. scope of application
These General Terms and Conditions apply to all contracts between Born 2 Dance, owner Karabo Enock Morake, and participants in dance courses, workshops, events and the purchase of vouchers, both online and on site.
2. registration and conclusion of contract
2.1 Registration for our offers takes place via the online booking system, by e-mail or in person at the studio. By registering, the participant accepts these GTC.
2.2 Underage participants must be registered by a parent or legal guardian, who also becomes a contractual partner.
2.3 The contract is concluded with the confirmation of the registration by Born 2 Dance.
3 Course fees and terms of payment
3.1 The course fees can be found in the respective course descriptions and are per person including VAT.
3.2 Payment of course fees is made exclusively by SEPA direct debit. Born 2 Dance collects the course fee once per quarter in advance for the coming quarter.
3.3 The participant undertakes to ensure that the specified account has sufficient funds. In the event of returned direct debits, the bank charges incurred and a processing fee of €5 will be charged.
4. contract term and termination
4.1 Fixed-term courses end automatically at the end of the agreed course duration.
4.2 Open-ended contracts can be terminated in writing with a notice period of four weeks to the end of the quarter.
4.3 The right to extraordinary termination for good cause remains unaffected.
5. withdrawal and cancellation
5.1 Cancellation of a fixed-term course is possible free of charge up to seven days before the start of the course. Thereafter, a cancellation fee of 50% of the course fee is due.
5.2 In the event of non-attendance without prior cancellation, the full course fee will be charged.
6. course cancellation and changes
6.1 Born 2 Dance reserves the right to cancel courses if the number of participants is too low or for other important reasons. In this case, any fees already paid will be refunded in full.
6.2 Course times and locations may be changed for organizational reasons. Changes will be communicated in good time.
7. liability
7.1 Participation in the courses is at your own risk. Born 2 Dance is not liable for personal injury or damage to property unless this is due to gross negligence or intent.
7.2 No liability is accepted for items brought onto the premises.
8. data protection
8.1 The collection and processing of personal data is carried out in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Further information on this can be found in the privacy policy on our website.
9. photo and video recordings
9.1 Photographs and video recordings may be made during the courses and events. By participating, the participant agrees to the use of these recordings for advertising purposes.
9.2 An objection to the publication can be made in writing before the start of the course.
10. vouchers
10.1 Vouchers are valid for a maximum of three years from the date of issue and are non-transferable.
10.2 Cash payment of vouchers is excluded.
11 Closing times and payment obligation
11.1 Born 2 Dance reserves the right to temporarily close the school during certain times of the year, in particular on public holidays and during vacation periods. Closing times are usually announced in the third quarter of the following calendar year.
11.2 During these scheduled closing times, the obligation to pay the course fees remains unchanged. A refund or reduction of the course fee due to closures is excluded.
12. re-registrations
12.1 A change to another course (re-registration) within a current quarter takes place by means of a new registration.
12.2 The course fee for the previous course continues until the end of the current month and must be paid in full. The course fee for the new course starts from the date of re-registration and is calculated pro rata for the remaining month.
12.3 There is no entitlement to reimbursement or offsetting of pro rata course fees for the original course.
13. private lessons
13.1 Private lessons must be booked exclusively via the Born 2 Dance website. Booking by other means is not possible.
13.2 Payment for private lessons shall be made on the day of the lesson immediately after the end of the lesson. Cash or card payment is accepted. Payment by SEPA direct debit or bank transfer is not possible for private lessons.
13.3 Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start of the agreed private lessons will incur a cancellation fee of 50% of the agreed lesson fee.
13.4 The full tuition fee will be charged in the event of non-attendance without cancellation.
14. obligation to check-in
14.1 Every participant is obliged to check in at the check-in terminal in the entrance area of Born 2 Dance with their valid Born 2 Dance customer card before the start of the lesson.
14.2 The check-in serves as proof of proper registration and authorization to participate in the respective course.
14.3 Participants who attend classes without a valid check-in are obliged to provide proof of their booking upon request. Born 2 Dance reserves the right to exclude persons who have not checked in properly from the lessons or to charge a subsequent fee.
14.4 Staying and participating in courses without proper check-in is considered unauthorized use of the facility and may result in additional charges or exclusion.
15. trial lessons
15.1 Every interested party has the opportunity to take a maximum of two free trial lessons in two different courses at Born 2 Dance.
15.2 Participation in a trial lesson is only possible after prior active registration with the respective course instructor or at the reception desk.
15.3 There is no entitlement to participation without prior registration. Born 2 Dance reserves the right to refuse participation in a trial lesson for complete courses.
16 Cancellation of workshops, events and room rentals
16.1 For bookings of workshops, birthday parties, events or room rentals, a free cancellation is only possible if it is received in writing by Born 2 Dance at least seven days before the planned start of the event.
16.2 In the event of late cancellation, a cancellation fee of 50% of the agreed total price will be charged. The full amount will be charged for no-shows without cancelation.
16.3 If external service providers such as caterers, technical service providers or decorators have been commissioned by Born 2 Dance, the associated costs shall be borne in full by the customer in the event of cancellation, regardless of the time of cancellation, provided that these costs are due to Born 2 Dance.
17. duty of supervision and behavior of children
17.1 Parents or legal guardians are obliged to supervise their children at all times during their stay at Born 2 Dance and to ensure that they behave safely and appropriately.
17.2 In particular, care must be taken to ensure that children do not enter the roof terrace or use the elevator unsupervised. Children may only stay on the roof terrace and use the elevator when accompanied by an adult.
17.3 Born 2 Dance assumes no responsibility for supervision outside the booked course times. Parents or legal guardians are liable for damages or accidents caused by unsupervised behavior.
18. disclaimer
18.1 Participation in all courses, workshops, events and other activities at Born 2 Dance is at the participant's own risk. Each participant is responsible for checking their own state of health with regard to participation.
18.2 Born 2 Dance is only liable for damages that are based on an intentional or grossly negligent breach of duty. This also applies to breaches of duty by vicarious agents or legal representatives.
18.3 Born 2 Dance shall only be liable for slight negligence in the event of a breach of essential contractual obligations (cardinal obligations), but limited to the foreseeable damage typical for the contract.
18.4 Born 2 Dance assumes no liability for loss, theft or damage to items brought along (including clothing, valuables, money, technical equipment), unless the damage was caused intentionally or through gross negligence by Born 2 Dance.
18.5 In the case of events that take place partially or completely outdoors, Born 2 Dance assumes no liability for weather-related impairments, failures or dangers that are beyond the control of Born 2 Dance.
19. purchase and return rules for show tickets
19.1 The purchase of tickets for shows, performances or special events is binding. A legally binding contract is concluded upon completion of the order (online, on site or by telephone).
19.2 A return or exchange of purchased tickets is generally excluded. This also applies if the ticket holder does not attend.
19.3 The ticket price will only be refunded if the event is canceled by Born 2 Dance. In this case, the full ticket price will be refunded via the originally selected means of payment.
19.4 In the event of a change of date or program, the ticket remains valid for the new date; in this case, there is no entitlement to a refund unless the participant can prove that he/she is unable to attend the new date.
19.5 Tickets are transferable unless personalization is expressly indicated on the ticket. The transfer is the responsibility of the original purchaser.
19.6 Born 2 Dance reserves the right not to replace tickets in the event of loss or theft, unless it can be proven that Born 2 Dance is at fault.
20.0 Final provisions
21.1 Should individual provisions of these GTC be invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected.
21.2 The law of the Federal Republic of Germany shall apply. The place of jurisdiction is the registered office of Born 2 Dance, insofar as legally permissible.
