Health & Safety

Policy, Terms & Conditions and Disclaimer

[updated August 2024]

 

Please ensure you read ahead of attending the class. Failure to do so, may result in you being unable to take part.

 

HEALTH & safety for you, your baby & our team

  • Carriers can be loaned for class for Free, which you can request when you book. To check your carrier is suitable for class go to: Unsuitable Carriers . Please contact your instructor (number on your confirmation email, If you are unsure) Carriers are sanitized, aired and washed regularly. Your Instructor will help you before class starts to fit you both safe & comfy.

  • Should you have your own carrier, your Instructor can help you make sure you are both safe & comfy for class and give you advise and support on how to wear your carrier safely and feel lovely and comfy too!

  • We will ensure everyone has space while dancing so so all feel safe and there’s room for enthusiastic dancers! :D

  • Should the class have to be cancelled due to venue issues or Instructor illness, you will be contacts ASAP (We try for 24 hours before class; where possible) Your class will then be transferred to the next available date. If this date isn’t suitable, you can transfer it over 48 hours before class, via your confirmation email.

  • We recommend feeding baby just before class, as this helps to soothe them. Every class has 15 minutes before the dancing starts, so you can do this, change nappies and get carriers fitted. You don’t need to arrive early.

  • If you have tested positive for covid 19 please inform your instructor ASAP. We ask that you do not attend class.

HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY 

  • Participants agree to abide by all rules and regulations of the class, instructions and health and safety information given by the instructor  

  • Participation shall be undertaken at the participants own risk and the instructor shall not be liable to the participant for any claims of injury, damage or causes of action to person or property arising out of or connected with participation in the classes  

  • Participants understand that all of the steps and movements are designed so they are simple to follow and carry out; but that you are still able to work at your own pace and take regular breaks where needed. So please stop If you feel dizzy, unwell or too hot  

  • Please wear suitable footwear that is supportive for exercise purposes. Should you attend in heels or flip flops we will ask you to dance in your bare feet.

  • You are responsible for the health & safety of yourself, your baby/babies or anyone else (Child or Adult) that attends with you during the class 

  • If you bring an older child we ask that you are respectful of other attendees and ensure your child is not a trip hazard to others, or causing any disturbance to the class. You are more than welcome to bring an i-pad, snacks etc If they do not wish to participate.

  • Please notify your instructor of any injuries or health issues that may affect you during class if not notified on booking form

  • Please stay hydrated throughout the class and bring water with you. Most venues have access to a tap, however we recommend coming with a full bottle.

BABY WEARING SAFETY POLICY

  • I will listen to information given by the instructor before class, at the start of class and during around the safety details of babywearing and will undertake any adjustments required by the instructor

  • OWN CARRIER: I am aware to the best of my knowledge that the carrier or sling I am using has been safety tested and is from a reputable retailer (If you are unsure of this please ask your instructor and we can signpost you to the relevant information). That it is in good condition with no cracks, tears or faults.

  • USE OF OUR CARRIER: If your instructor deems your carrier unsuitable or you do not have your own, they will fit one for you to ensure that you are both safe and comfy.

  • Ensure yourself and your baby are wearing one layer of clothing, so not to overheat and that it is comfortable for movement  

  • You are not required to carry your baby for the whole of the class and If at any point you would like to put your baby in their pushchair or in the safe area please do so. But please note when dancing with them, they must be in the carrier, as we aren’t insured for babies in arms.

  • We allow 15 minutes before class to feed, change etc. But please feel free to do this during class as required. 

TRANSFER & CANCELLATION POLICY

  • If you are unable to attend your class you can transfer over 48 hours before the start of your class. How to do this is on your confirmation email. We kindly ask that you do not ask us to do this for you.

  • If its past the 48 hour transfer window, please contact your instructor directly (their number is on your confirmation email) . Please do not post on the what app group offering to others or gift to a friend, as we may have a waitlist and so will need to be offered to those first.

  • Each class can only be transferred once and must be used within 12 weeks of the first class date.

  • If there is a waitlist and your space is taken, your instructor may only then transfer your class for you.

  • If you have a friend that would like to take your space please let your instructor know an we will do what we can to book them in. Please note this will only be possible with a reasonable amount of notice.

  • All classes are non-refundable

  • If your class is cancelled due to Instructor illness, venue issues etc, then you will be notified ASAP (we try to give over 24hours where possible) and your class will be transferred to the next available date.

  • We kindly request that you do not ask for transfer past the 48 hour window or refund. We have had to bring in this policy to make it fair on everyone.

If you would like to know more about why we are unable to offer transfers, please see here Transfer Requests — The DLAM Fam (dancelikeamother.com)

PRIVICY POLICY

Dance Like a Mother Ltd will not forward your details onto third parties. You may however be contacted by Dance Like a Mother Ltd or your instructor via text or email to receive important class updates. If at any point you no longer want to receive these, please email us via the email below or website. Emails for bookings and class details will be sent from hello@dancelikeamother.com. Please check junk mail or these. All attendee details are stored electronically via the booking site Bookwhen.com. If you wish for us to remove your information from the database, please contact us.

Email:  Hello@dancelikeamother.com.