Please read the class policies and check the box above attesting that you agree to them.
Registration, Payments, & Changes
- Availability: Space
is limited, and class spots are filled on a first come, first served
basis.
- Refunds: No
refunds are given for any class payments.
- If you withdraw from a class at least 10 days before the first class, we
will hold any money you've paid to be applied toward another class within
6 months.
- If
you withdraw from a class prior to the second class in the series, we
will hold any money you've paid, minus a $50 late-cancellation fee,
toward another class within 6 months.
- If
you withdraw from a class on the date of the second class in the series
or later, any money you've paid will not be refunded.
- There
are no guarantees on the types, dates, times, space, or availability of
future classes.
- Instructors: We
have the right to change instructors (or the number of instructors) for a
class at our discretion. Specific instructors are not guaranteed.
- Class
Minimums: Classes may be postponed, rescheduled, or cancelled if the
class minimum of 6 students is not met.
- Class
Cancellations: If a class is rescheduled or cancelled by us and you
cannot attend, you have the option of transferring any money paid to
another class or receiving a full refund for any money you've paid.
Class Policies & Expectations
- Auditing/Guests: Visitors
are not allowed in class at any time.
- Attendance: Our
classes rely on group participation, and absences will affect your growth,
as well as the growth of your classmates. We ask that you attend every
class within the session. We understand that emergencies do happen and
conflicts do arise, so absences are allowed as follows: A 7-week improv
class allows TWO absences. Any additional absences after those allotted
will REMOVE you from the course. (For shorter sessions or workshops,
absences are determined on a case-by-case basis).
- Removal
means you cannot attend any more classes or participate in the graduation
show. Once removed, if you wish to continue your training, you will have
to repeat the level at full tuition price.
- Cell
Phones: Once class begins, cell phones should be silent or off
completely (including no vibration) until the class takes a break or ends.
Students should not be on their cell phone during class except for an
emergency.
- Disruptive
Behavior: Instructors have the right to remove anyone from class who
is disrupting the class experience at their sole discretion. Please do not
show up to class under the influence of anything that might impair you,
and be sure to read through our code of conduct and anti-discrimination
policies.
- Liability/Safety: You
agree that you choose to voluntarily participate in the course with full
knowledge that the activity may be hazardous to yourself and/or your
property. You voluntarily assume full responsibility for any risks of
loss, property damage or personal injury, including death, that may be
sustained as a result of participating in the activity. You agree to
indemnify and hold harmless Springfield Improv, LLC and its employees,
members and volunteers for any loss, liability, damage or costs, including
court costs and attorney fees, that may occur as a result of your
participation in the activity. We are not responsible for lost or stolen
property.
Competency
- Students
are not guaranteed promotion to the next course level. Promotion is
contingent on attendance and a demonstration of course concepts through
application in class, during performances or writing.
- Participation
in or completion of improv courses does not guarantee additional
performance opportunities.
Promotions and Marketing
- Springfield
Improv, LLC reserves the right to use photographs and videos of students
in classroom and performance settings for promotional and marketing
purposes. That said, we understand that there are times when individuals
do not want to have their image/likeness shown, and we respect this right.
If, at any time, you see that we are using an image that you do not want
to be used in a public format, please tell a member of the management
team, and we will cease to use the image for promotional and marketing
purposes.
Code of Conduct /
Anti-Discrimination Policy
- Improv
is inherently based on both vulnerability and trust. We place extreme
importance on providing a safe, supportive learning environment that
fosters creativity and growth. We expect the same from our students.
- If you
feel uncomfortable for any reason whatsoever in class, or in interactions
with students outside of class, please notify your instructor or any other
staff member immediately.
- You do
not have to participate in anything that makes you feel uncomfortable.
- You
have a right to set boundaries (whether physical, emotional, or otherwise)
that others will honor.
- We do
not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. This includes, but
is not limited to, discrimination or harassment based on race, age,
religion, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity
and/or expression, socio-economic standing, or other characteristics
protected by law or policy.
- Unwanted
conduct does not need to be explicitly targeted towards someone's
identity to be deemed discrimination or harassment.
- Anyone
whose conduct may be in violation of this policy may be talked to or
coached, warned, or even removed from class either temporarily or
permanently.
- Any of
our staff members are available to discuss any concerns from students at
any time.