Welcome to Golden Stage Academy. By accessing our website and enrolling in our courses, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. Please read these terms carefully. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use our website or enroll in our courses.
1.1. Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old to enroll in our courses. By enrolling, you represent and warrant that you are 18 years of age or older and have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement.
1.2. Account Registration: To access certain features of our website and enroll in courses, you may be required to create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to or use of your account.
1.3. Acceptable Use: You agree to use our website and courses only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict or inhibit their use and enjoyment of our website. Prohibited behavior includes, but is not limited to, harassing or causing distress or inconvenience to any other user, transmitting obscene or offensive content, or disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within our website.
2.1. Disclaimer: Golden Stage Academy provides its services "as is" and makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the operation of our website or the information, content, materials, or products included on our website. To the fullest extent permissible by applicable law, Golden Stage Academy disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
2.2. Limitation of Liability: Golden Stage Academy shall not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of our website or from any information, content, materials, products, or services included on or otherwise made available to you through our website, including, but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages, unless otherwise specified in writing.
2.3. Assumption of Risk: Enrolling in acting courses involves certain inherent risks, including but not limited to physical exertion, emotional stress, and potential for injury. By enrolling in our courses, you acknowledge and assume these risks.
3.1. Ownership: All content included on our website, such as text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, data compilations, and software, is the property of Golden Stage Academy or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.
3.2. Restrictions: You may not reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any portion of our website or courses without the express written consent of Golden Stage Academy. You may not use any meta tags or any other "hidden text" utilizing Golden Stage Academy's name or trademarks without our express written consent.
3.3. Student Work: Golden Stage Academy may, with your consent, use student performance footage and materials for promotional purposes. You retain ownership of your original work, but grant Golden Stage Academy a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use your work in connection with our marketing and advertising activities.
4.1. Informal Resolution: We encourage you to contact us directly if you have any concerns or disputes. We will make every effort to resolve the matter amicably through informal negotiation.
4.2. Arbitration: Any dispute arising out of or relating to these terms and conditions or your use of our website or courses shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall be conducted in New York City, New York. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding and may be entered as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction.
4.3. Governing Law: These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
5.1. Amendment: Golden Stage Academy reserves the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time. We will post any changes on our website and notify you of any material changes. Your continued use of our website or enrollment in our courses after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
5.2. Severability: If any provision of these terms and conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
5.3. Entire Agreement: These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and Golden Stage Academy with respect to your use of our website and enrollment in our courses and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, between you and Golden Stage Academy.
6.1. Enrollment: Enrollment in any course at Golden Stage Academy is contingent upon acceptance of these Terms and Conditions and successful payment of tuition fees. Golden Stage Academy reserves the right to refuse enrollment to any applicant at its sole discretion.
6.2. Payment: Tuition fees must be paid in full prior to the commencement of the course, unless otherwise agreed in writing. Payment options include credit card, debit card, and bank transfer. Late payments may incur a penalty fee.
6.3. Cancellation and Refunds: Students may cancel their enrollment within a specified period, as outlined in the course description, and receive a full or partial refund. After this period, refunds may not be granted, except in cases of documented medical emergencies or other extenuating circumstances, subject to Golden Stage Academy's discretion.
6.4. Course Changes: Golden Stage Academy reserves the right to modify course schedules, instructors, or content at any time. In the event of a significant change, enrolled students will be notified and given the option to withdraw with a full refund.
7.1. Code of Conduct: Students are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner at all times. Disruptive behavior, harassment, or any form of discrimination will not be tolerated and may result in expulsion from the academy.
7.2. Attendance: Regular attendance is essential for successful completion of courses. Students are responsible for notifying the instructor of any absences in advance. Excessive absences may affect a student's grade or eligibility for certification.
7.3. Academic Honesty: All work submitted by students must be their own original work. Plagiarism, cheating, or any other form of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated and will result in disciplinary action.
7.4. Use of Facilities: Students are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and order of academy facilities. Damage to property or misuse of equipment may result in financial penalties or suspension.
8.1. Personal Data: Golden Stage Academy collects and processes personal data in accordance with its Privacy Policy, which is available on our website. By enrolling in our courses, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data as described in the Privacy Policy.
8.2. Data Security: Golden Stage Academy takes reasonable measures to protect the security of your personal data. However, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of data transmitted over the internet. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for taking precautions to protect your personal data.
8.3. Marketing Communications: Golden Stage Academy may send you marketing communications about our courses and services. You may opt-out of receiving these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in the email.
If you have any questions about these terms and conditions, please contact us at:
Golden Stage Academy
1650 Broadway, New York, NY 10019
Phone: (212) 555-2284
Email: [email protected]