Terms of Service

This Agreement is between Dance Annex Studios Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as the "Host") and the individual or entity to which this service is being provided (hereinafter referred to as the "Guest"). By using the space, the Guest acknowledges and consents to the terms and conditions detailed herein regarding the rental of space provided by the Host.

1. Payment Terms

• 1.1 Payment: Guest agrees to provide their credit card details and authorizes the Host to charge for any agreed upon fees. Payment is generally processed within 24 hours of when the booking is made, unless indicated explicitly otherwise. All fees are subject to applicable HST.

• 1.2 Delayed Payment. A fee of $15 shall be assessed for any delayed payments. Should payment be delayed beyond a 5-day period, the Host may cancel all upcoming bookings.

2. Waiver of Liability and Release Agreement

• 2.1 Assumption of Risk.
The Guest acknowledges and accepts that the use of the studio and its equipment involves inherent risks. These risks may include, but are not limited to, physical injuries, property damage, or other unforeseen hazards. The Guest voluntarily assumes full responsibility for all risks associated with studio use, whether known or unknown.

• 2.2 Release of Liability.
The Guest hereby releases, waives, discharges, and covenants not to sue the Host, its owners, officers, employees, agents, and affiliates (collectively referred to as “Releasees”) from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by the Guest or to any property belonging to the Guest, while using the studio or its equipment, regardless of whether such loss is caused by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise.

• 2.3 Indemnification.
The Guest agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Releasees from any loss, liability, damage, or costs they may incur due to the Guest’s use of the studio, whether caused by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise.

• 2.4 Occupiers’ Liability Act.
The Guest acknowledges that this waiver is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the Occupiers’ Liability Act of Ontario and agrees that if any portion is held invalid, the remainder of the waiver will continue in full legal force and effect.

• 2.5 Acknowledgment of Understanding.
The Guest has read this waiver of liability and fully understands its terms. The Guest understands that they are giving up substantial rights, including the right to sue. The Guest acknowledges that they are signing the agreement freely and voluntarily, and intend by their signature to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law in the Province of Ontario.

• 2.6 Liability Insurance: The Guest must obtain liability insurance if they are offering paid services or hosting any events. In such cases, the Guest shall add Dance Annex Studios Ltd as an Additional Insured party on their liability insurance policy, with a minimum coverage of $1,000,000, and provide a valid Certificate of Insurance to the Host as proof of coverage. Click here for more information.

3. Making a Booking

• 3.1 Booking Confirmation: Bookings are confirmed by the Host in writing, by email or text message.

• 3.2 Additional Time: Additional time may be requested up to 24-hours prior to the start of the booking.

• 3.3 Overtime Charges: Overtime Charges apply if the Guest or their participants enter the studio more than fifteen (15) minutes before the booking starts, or remain in the studio more than fifteen (15) minutes after the booked time. Fifteen (15) minutes is a cutoff, not free time: once it is passed, all of the extra time is billed in 15-minute increments, rounded up, at the studio’s standard hourly rate plus HST.

• 3.4 Booking Changes: Requests to change the date or time of an upcoming booking may be made up to 24 hours prior to the booking. Re-bookings must be completed within 1 month from the original date of booking. A booking may be moved once at no charge. Each additional move of the same booking is subject to a fee of $20+HST.

• 3.5 No Refunds: Once payment has been processed, it will be considered as non-refundable. This includes any agreed upon booking fees and additional charges. 

4. Studio Use and Conduct

• 4.1 Maintenance and Cleanliness: The Guest is responsible for sweeping up and leaving the studio in its original state, and ready to use for the next Guest.

• 4.2 Prohibited Items: Shoes and unauthorized food are not permitted without prior approval. All items including trash that is brought on site must be removed from the studios after use.

• 4.3 Entry Restriction Clause: No one is allowed to enter the studio before or stay after the Guest during the booking.

• 4.4 Noise Control: The Guest agrees to manage noise levels and seek pre-approval for activities that might disrupt neighbouring businesses. In Studio 901, from 11 AM to 7 PM on weekdays and 11 AM to 6 PM on Saturdays, music with bass or drums and stomping are not permitted, and the Guest must take extra care not to impact the business next door.

5. Communication

• 5.1 Availability by Phone. The Guest agrees to be reachable by telephone at the contact number(s) provided to the Host throughout the duration of their booking. The Guest will ensure that their phone is operational and accessible, and promptly respond to any calls or messages from the Company regarding matters related to the booking.

• 5.2 Consent to Email Communication. The Guest hereby provides express consent to receive electronic communications, including but not limited to booking confirmations, updates, invoices, and other relevant information, from the Host at the email address provided. The Company agrees to comply with all applicable laws and regulations governing electronic communications, including Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL). The Guest may withdraw consent at any time by notifying the Host in writing; however, withdrawal of consent may affect the Company’s ability to provide certain services.

• 5.3 Facilitation of Contact. The Guest agrees to facilitate ease of communication with the Host by providing accurate and up-to-date contact information, including but not limited to telephone number(s) and email address(es). Failure to maintain current contact information may result in delays or disruptions to the services provided.

• 5.4 Mobile Service Contact. You agree to receive Customer care / Conversational messages, Account notifications messages from Dance Annex Studio Ltd. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by replying STOP. For help, reply HELP.

6. Additional Fees

• 6.1 Storage: Items may be stored on site by arrangement with the Host for $15+HST per shelf per month. Any items left on site without arrangement will be assessed a daily fee of $5+HST until they are removed. The Host is not liable for lost or stolen items.

• 6.2 Damage Responsibility: The Guest agrees to notify the Host in the event of any damage to the space and pay for any damages incurred during their booking.

• 6.3. Additional Cleaning: If the Host occurs additional cleaning charges due to the Guest's use, those charges may be billed to the Guest.

7. Cancellation Policy

• 7.1 Host-Initiated Cancellation: The Host may terminate this Agreement early due to circumstances beyond their control (e.g., public health emergencies, facility damage). In such cases, the Guest will receive a refund for any unused hours within 30 days of notification.

• 7.2 Failure to Communicate: In the event the Host is unable to reach the Guest after 10 days, any outstanding fees incurred up to that date, including any applicable late fees or charges for unpaid amounts, remain the Guest's responsibility.

8. General Provisions

• 8.1 Current Version. The Host will post the most current version of the Terms of Service on this page.

• 8.2 Periodic Changes. The Host reserves the right to update, change or replace any part of these Terms of Service by posting updates and changes to our website. It is the Guest's responsibility to check our website periodically for changes. Continued use of the Service following the posting of any changes to these Terms of Service constitutes acceptance of those changes.

• 8.3 Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the applicable laws of Canada, and any dispute is subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Ontario courts.

• 8.4 Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.