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Policies and General Information
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Lake Norman Gymnastics Academy‘s (The Academy or LKNGA) instructional classes run from late August through the first week of June, with a special abbreviated summer program and summer classes June, July and August. Pre-Registration for the school year program begins in June, although one may register anytime throughout the year, based on class availability. **Competitive Teams and Martial Arts are year round programs.
There is a once-a-year non-refundable registration fee of $35.00. REGISTRATION FEE AND 1ST MONTH’S TUITION ARE DUE UPON REGISTRATION. We must have a current signed registration/consent form on file in the office before anyone can be accepted into a class. Telephone registrations are not accepted.
MONTHLY TUITION
Tuition charges are posted to the customer account the 1st of each month and payment is due by the first class of the month. A late fee is automatically charged to all accounts that are not paid in full by the 10th of each month. To ensure that your payment is credited to your account, please include your child’s name in the memo section.
Please make your check payable to: Lake Norman Gymnastics Academy or LKNGA. For your convenience a payment box is located in the office. If you prefer you may mail your payment to: 615 North Hwy 16 Denver, NC 28037 before the 10th of the month.
OVERDUE TUITION
Accounts paid after the 10th of the month will be charged a $15.00 late fee. Any unpaid balance that is 30 days overdue may terminate your further participation at Lake Norman Gymnastics Academy.
RETURNED CHECKS
Should your check be returned by your bank, your account will be charged the amount of the check plus a $25.00 return check fee. Repayment for the returned check and service fee may be requested in cash or money order.
REFUNDS
Because of our strict student to teacher ratio, there will be no refund or credits for missed classes. In addition, you should call in advance to let the office know that your child will miss class. Missed classes will not result in pro-rated tuition or refunds. Prorated refunds for extended illness or injury (over one month) may be made upon timely notification of the situation to the office.
MAKE-UP POLICY
Students are encouraged to attend classes regularly. Because of our strict student to teacher ration, makeup classes are ONLY offered if a child misses due to serious illness or injury. A physician's note may be requested. In addition, you should call in advance to let the office know that your child will miss class. Missed classes will not result in pro-rated tuition or refunds.
HOLIDAYS / SCHEDULED FACILITY CLOSINGS
Our facility will be closed on the following days:
9/1/2008, 10/31/08, 11/27-29/2008, 12/22/2008-1/3/2009, 4/13-4/18/2009, 5/25/2009
Our facility will also be closed for periods during the summer months; dates to be announced. Full tuition is due every month – there will be no extra charge for months with 5 classes.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
In the event of extreme weather conditions please check www.lkngymnastic.com, www.nbc6.com/closings, or www.wsoctv.com/closings or watch NBC6*WCNC-TV or
WSOC-TV for closing information.
If the roads appear clear by the afternoon call the gym for class status. We will always provide a makeup class for any class that is canceled due to weather or other circumstances beyond our control.
DROPPING CLASSES
It is imperative that should you decide to drop any or all classes that you let us know. WE REQUIRE A 2-WEEK WRITTEN NOTICE PRIOR TO WITHDRAWING FROM OUR PROGRAM. Please note that payment is due for that 2-week period. If a student stops coming to class without written notification then that student’s account will be charged for the additional 30 days. This charge will be for holding the student’s place in that class instead of offering that place to one of the many on a waiting list.
**PARENT’S MUST NOTIFY OFFICE TO TERMINATE BILLING.
DELIVERING & PICKING UP STUDENTS
For safety reasons, no one will be permitted to participate in class if tardy by 15 minutes or more. Sorry – No Exceptions. Please be aware that being late is far more difficult on a child than what many parents realize. In addition, it greatly distracts the rhythm of the class.
Parents must come into the building when dropping off or picking up athletes. This will ensure athletes have arrived or left practice safely, and parents can ensure that there have been no unforeseen changes to the practice schedule.
Please pick up your child on time and inform us if you know you will be late picking up your child. Instruct your child to wait inside the building and you should escort them from the building to your car.
During peak times the parking lot is crowded. Please take into consideration that our “customers” are primarily young children and drive slowly and carefully. Do not take a chance on your child running to and from your car.
APPROPRIATE ATTIRE IS REQUIRED -
ABSOLUTELY NO JEANS ALLOWED.
-Boys may wear tucked in t-shirts and shorts with no snaps or zippers
-Leotards for Girls.
-Gymnastic shoes are required for safety in the gym.
-Dance, Kung Fu and Cheerleading also have recommended shoes.
-Hair should be pulled neatly and securely away from the face so that it stays up for the entire workout. Girls should not wear bows or other large hair ornaments that cause discomfort while rolling or flipping.
-Please refer to individual program brochures or inquire at the front office.
-Shoes, socks and other personal items should be left in the plastic bins. We are not responsible for any lost articles.
GYM SAFETY RULES · ONLY GYMNASTS AND STAFF ARE ALLOWED IN THE GYM. All students will remain in the reception area until they are greeted and escorted into the gym by an instructor.
- NO GUM, candy, food or drinks (other than water) are permitted during class or in the facility. We are a WATER ONLY FACILITY.
- Children MUST NOT be left unattended and they may not be in the pro-shop area without adult supervision.
- Equipment is not to be used without direct instructor supervision.
- Proper attire must be worn to participate – No exceptions.
- Hair should be pulled neatly and securely away from the face so that it stays up for the entire workout. Girls should not wear bows or other large hair ornaments that cause discomfort while rolling or flipping. Long hair MUST be pulled up at all times.
- Jewelry should not be worn during gym classes. PLEASE LEAVE JEWELRY ARTICLES AT HOME. We will not be responsible for any items that may be lost or stolen. Be sure your child’s personal items are marked with their name.
- Proper conditioning and warm-up exercises MUST be done before attempting any vigorous or new moves.
- Parents should escort young children to the bathroom prior to class.
- Students 10 & up should be able to hold their own body weight for safety reasons.
- NO "HORSE PLAY" will be tolerated at any time. This will result in dismissal from the gym.
- Use CAUTION: Any activity involving motion, rotation or height may cause serious accidental injury.
CLASSES
Classes will be added upon demand. All classes (days and times) are subject to change based on enrollment. At least four students are needed to keep a class open.
FRATERNIZING
Our staff is asked not to fraternize with the students outside of official Academy activities such as class, exhibitions, parties, meets, etc. If you choose to have an Academy staff member associate with your family, it is between you and the staff member and the Academy accepts no responsibility. Such activities may include rides home, baby-sitting, help with homework, meals, movies, skating, etc
ANNUAL PERFORMANCE
These highly anticipated annual events are wonderful ways for our students to show off their skills and talents. For scheduling purposes, each event is limited to a specific number of participants, therefore if you wish to have your child participate in an event, be certain to sign up by the set deadlines. No late entries can be accepted.
Thank you for your understanding.
Jingle Bell Holiday Spectacular
Open to all Kinder and Starter Monkeys
This annual event will be held on TBA at 6:PM.
This festive performance will highlight holiday themed floor routines.
Cost: $ 10 participitation Deadline: TBA
Winter Olympics
Open to all Swinging Monkey 1's and up This is a friendly in-house event which allows our athletes to experience the fun of a 'competitive meet' with students in other LKNGA classes.
Cost: TBA
Deadline: TBA
Showcase Extravaganza
The Annual Showcase Extravaganza will be on Friday, 6/5/09 and Saturday, 6/6/09.
These performances provide an opportunity for students and their guests to experience a gymnastics exhibition in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. This performance is also our way of showing parents, friends and relatives all of the accomplishments that your athlete has made during the course of their training. Cost: $75 participation fee includes a uniform, limited edition event t-shirt & personalized award, an event program
Deadline: May 16, 2009 Dance Recital
Location: North Lincoln High School-Main Auditorium
Dress Rehearsal: TBA Time: TBA
Recital Performance: TBA Time: TBA
Exhibitions/Festival Performances (Competitive Teams)
Denver Days 09/27/08 Time: TBA
Lincolnton Holiday Parade 11/30/08 Time: 3PM
Relay for Life TBA (April)
Strawberry Festival TBA (May)
Holy Spirit Festival TBA (Aug or Sept)
Mall Exhibitions TBA
*All Dates and Times are subject to change. | 
