1. General Terms
1.1 By booking, enrolling, or attending any NSCD class, workshop, or course, you agree to abide by these Terms & Conditions.
1.2 NSCD reserves the right to amend these Terms & Conditions at any time. Any updates will be posted on our website and/or communicated by email.
1.3 Participation in all NSCD activity is at your own risk. While every effort is made to ensure safe practice, NSCD cannot accept responsibility for any injuries sustained during sessions.
1.4 All participants must complete a registration form and confirm they have read these Terms & Conditions before their first session.
1.5 For participants under 18, registration must be completed and signed by a parent or legal guardian.
2. Bookings & Payments
2.1 All bookings must be made in advance via NSCD’s official booking system or through an authorised staff member.
2.2 Places are subject to availability and confirmed only upon receipt of payment.
2.3 All fees must be paid in advance unless otherwise agreed. Payment plans may be offered for selected programmes, subject to approval.
2.4 NSCD reserves the right to offer concessionary or discounted rates at its discretion. Proof of eligibility may be required.
2.5 Late payments may result in loss of place on a course or withdrawal of access.
3. Cancellations & Refunds
3.1 NSCD operates a no-refund policy for non-attendance or participant-initiated cancellations, including missed sessions due to illness, conflict of availability or travel issues.
3.2 If NSCD cancels a session or course, affected participants will be offered a refund, credit, or transfer to a future session.
3.3 Refunds due to exceptional personal circumstances will be considered on a case-by-case basis and may require supporting evidence.
4. Attendance & Conduct
4.1 Participants are expected to arrive promptly. Late arrivals may be refused entry at the discretion of the instructor.
4.2 Respectful behaviour is expected at all times. NSCD has a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination, harassment, or disruptive conduct. Any breaches may result in removal without refund.
4.3 Participants must wear appropriate clothing and footwear for movement-based activity. NSCD reserves the right to advise or enforce a dress code for health and safety reasons.
5. Health & Safety
5.1 All known injuries, medical conditions, or access requirements must be disclosed on the registration form and updated as necessary.
5.2 Participants take part in physical activity at their own risk and must take personal responsibility for working within their own capabilities.
5.3 NSCD is not responsible for personal belongings brought to the venue.
5.4 Sessions will be conducted in line with current health and safety regulations, including safeguarding and infection control protocols.
6. Media & Consent
6.1 NSCD may occasionally photograph or film classes for educational or promotional purposes. You will be asked to provide consent on registration.
6.2 Participants who do not consent to photography/filming must indicate this clearly on the consent form or by notifying a staff member in writing.
6.3 Personal photography, filming, or recording during sessions is not permitted unless previously agreed with NSCD staff.
7. Data Protection
7.1 Personal data collected during registration will be stored securely and processed in accordance with NSCD’s Privacy Policy.
7.2 We will only share personal information with third parties where required by law or where explicit consent has been given.
8. Force Majeure
8.1 NSCD shall not be liable for any delay or cancellation of services due to circumstances beyond its control, including but not limited to: extreme weather, fire, flood, strikes, epidemics, or changes in government regulation.
Contact
For further information or clarification, please contact the Learning & Participation Team:
participation@nscd.ac.uk | 0113 219 3005
