Armpit’s School Policies & Waiver

The Armpit Theater and School of Improvisation (Armpit) offers improvisational classes in a structured atmosphere, taught exclusively by teachers trained long or short form improvisation. Class registration is ongoing, and we post new classes at least quarterly. Classes are held online and/or in a physical location to be determined. Daytime, evening, and weekend classes are typically available. In order to maintain classes that are safe, uninhibited and encourage self-growth, auditing is not allowed. Parents are encouraged to NOT attend classes as it often inhibits the growth of creativity and spontenaity of the child.

School Policies

Drops must be requested via email to classes@garmpitimprov.com. A $50 drop fee will be assessed for all drops requested less than 48 hours in advance of the first day. We cannot give a refund for classes dropped less than 48 hours in advance, however we will issue a credit of equal amount to be used for a different or future class.

If I email a request to drop a class, the School will send a breakdown of possible fees and/or class credit.

Missing a class is not the same as dropping the course. Failing to notify the School by email of dropping a course or class, will result in forfeiture of fees paid.

If I drop a course after the start of classes, I am subject to processing fees, and am only eligible to receive a pro-rated amount of class credit on my Armpit account to use toward another class. No refund will be issued.

I understand that there are two payment plan options that I may choose from during the payment process, for an additional non-refundable fee. Payment plans are only available for Workshop Track, Core Track, and Performance Track, and may vary in availability.

I authorize The Armpit Theatre and School to impose a $25.00 fee for all returned checks or declined/unauthorized credit card charges.

The Armpit reserves the right to cancel or change a class for any reason during the course of a session. As compensation for a canceled/changed course, I understand that I can receive either school credit or a refund for the price of the canceled class(es). The price per class is determined by dividing the total amount paid for the course by the number of scheduled classes.

Attendance and Advancement Policies
I am not guaranteed a particular instructor for any specific term.

Makeup classes and/or audits are not offered if students miss class.

I can miss a maximum of two Core Track (Levels) classes and still be eligible to pass the course. Missing more than that is too much of the syllabus for the instructor to advance me to the next level.

At the end of the instruction level, the instructor, at his or her discretion, will recommend that I advance to the next instruction level, repeat my last instruction level or be dismissed from the School. Instructors reserve the right to remove a student from School for any reason.

Full attendance in class is not a promise or guarantee of advancement at the School.

Full attendance in class is not a promise or guarantee of acceptance on a school improv team.

I understand that I am not allowed to attend class if I have an overdue balance. I also understand that I risk being dropped from the class if I have any overdue balance with the School for more than one week.

Upon passing a class, I have one year to enroll in the next level, otherwise I must restart the Core Track courses.

Harassment Policy
It is our intention at The Armpit to ensure a safe and positive experience for our students. We believe everyone, regardless of race, age, gender, sexual identity, or sexual orientation should experience the gift of improv and have the opportunity to discover and share their creative voice. While we take great pains to ensure complete emotional and psychological safety, please know that, due to the creative process in the classroom, your child be exposed to dialogue or physical gestures that could be considered offensive. If necessary our instructors will interupt such situations and facilite corrective discussion/feedback for the benefit of the class.

Students should feel free to take risks without feeling disrespected. Fellow participants should give their classmates their attention, their support and encouragement at all times in class. However, if at any time you feel any action has crossed into the territory of harassment, you are encouraged to bring any and all concerns to the School Owner (Ryan Harbert) for confidential review. Such Communication with the School Owner or your teacher will in no way affect your progression through the program.

Behavior
I understand that as an Armpit student, I am expected to behave in a manner respectful of both my fellow students and instructor. Inappropriate or disrespectful communication with staff, teachers or students, including threats of harm to yourself or others, and statements inconsistent with the School’s core mission and values will not be tolerated and are grounds for immediate removal from The Armpit. Chewing gum, eating, taking phone calls or text messaging, being under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and any other behavior deemed disruptive by the instructor will not be tolerated and the studen will be removed from class.

Acceptance of Risk and Release from Liability
PLEASE NOTE: Minors must have a parent or legal guardian sign the the paper version of this form.

I, the undersigned, recognize and accept the inherent risks and hazards involved in my child’s participation in theater and school activities (the “Activities”).at The Armpit. I expressly acknowledge that the Activities may require physical contact, such as dramatic stage movement, that may result in injury. I agree that my child’s participation in the Activities is at my and my child’s own risk and that The Armpit is not liable for any direct, incidental, consequential, indirect, or punitive damages, or any losses, costs or expenses of any kind (including legal fees) which may arise, directly or indirectly, from the Activities or my access to or use of The Armpit’s property. I recognize that The Armpit undertakes no duty or responsibility for my or my child’s safety, and I understand that I assume full responsibility for all risk of bodily injury, death, disability and property damage that may result in any way through my participation in the Activities.

Release of Claims: By agreeing to participate in the Activities, I also am agreeing to release and forever discharge The Armpit, including its owners, officers, directors, agents and employees, from any and all claims, counterclaims, demands, causes of action, obligations, damages, and liabilities, known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected. This release includes claims for injury or damage, whether caused by the sole negligence of The Armpit or otherwise.

Waiver of California Civil Code § 1542: I acknowledge California Civil Code § 1542, which provides as follows:

A general release does not extend claims which the creditor does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release, which if known by him or her must have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor.

Being aware of said code section, I hereby expressly waive any rights that may exist thereunder or under any statutes of common law principles of similar effect. I understand that I am giving up claims for injury or loss, and I am giving up the right to sue for, among other things, negligence and bodily injury. I understand this release is effective until withdrawn in writing.

Indemnification: I hereby agree to defend and indemnify The Armpit, including its owners, officers, directors, agents and employees, for any and all claims, damages, costs (including attorneys’ fees), and causes of action which may arise as a result of my participation in the Activities, either through my actions or inactions, or through the actions or inactions of others, including The Armpit.

For Minors: Parental Consent Form and Release
This Release is by and between The Armpit Theater and School of Improvisation and the parent or legal guardian of (child’s name).

I, (parent’s or guardian’s name), am the parent or legal guardian of (child’s name). My child has permission to attend and participate in Armpit classes. As used herein, The Armpit shall include the owner, as well as its employees, instructors, officers, directors, volunteers and students.

I expressly acknowledge that the classes may require physical contact, such as dramatic stage movement, that may result in injury. I agree that my child’s participation in the classes is at his/her own risk and that The Armpit is not liable for any direct, incidental, consequential, indirect, or punitive damages, or any losses, costs or expenses of any kind (including legal fees) which may arise, directly or indirectly, from my child’s access to or use of The Armpit’ property.

Release of Claims: By agreeing to permit my child to participate in the Workshop, I also am agreeing to release and forever discharge The Armpit from any and all claims, counterclaims, demands, causes of action, obligations, damages, and liabilities, known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected. This release includes claims for injury or damage, whether caused by the sole negligence of The Armpit or otherwise.

Waiver of California Civil Code § 1542: I acknowledge California Civil Code § 1542, which provides as follows:

A general release does not extend claims which the creditor does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release, which if known by him or her must have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor.

Being aware of said code section, I hereby expressly waive any rights that may exist thereunder or under any statutes of common law principles of similar effect. I understand that, on behalf of my child and myself, I am giving up claims for injury or loss, and I am giving up the right to sue for, among other things, negligence and bodily injury. I understand this release is effective until withdrawn in writing.

Indemnification: I hereby agree to defend and indemnify The Armpit for any and all claims, damages, costs (including attorneys’ fees), and causes of action which may arise as a result of my child’s participation in the Workshop, either through my child’s actions or inactions, or through the actions or inactions of others, including The Armpit.

Armpit’s Privacy Policy

This privacy policy has been compiled to better serve those who are concerned with how their ‘Personally Identifiable Information’ (PII) is being used online. PII, as described in US privacy law and information security, is information that can be used on its own or with other information to identify, contact, or locate a single person, or to identify an individual in context. Please read our privacy policy carefully to get a clear understanding of how we collect, use, protect or otherwise handle your Personally Identifiable Information in accordance with our website.

What personal information do we collect from the people that visit our blog, website or app?

When ordering or registering on our site, as appropriate, you may be asked to enter your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, credit card information or other details to help you with your experience.

When do we collect information?

We collect information from you when you place an order, subscribe to a newsletter, respond to a survey or enter information on our site.

How do we use your information?

We may use the information we collect from you when you register, make a purchase, sign up for our newsletter, respond to a survey or marketing communication, surf the website, or use certain other site features in the following ways:

  • To improve our website in order to better serve you.
  • To allow us to better service you in responding to your customer service requests.
  • To quickly process your transactions.
  • To ask for ratings and reviews of services or products
  • To follow up with them after correspondence (live chat, email or phone inquiries)

How do we protect your information?

Our website is scanned on a regular basis for security holes and known vulnerabilities in order to make your visit to our site as safe as possible.

We do not use Malware Scanning.

Your personal information is contained behind secured networks and is only accessible by a limited number of persons who have special access rights to such systems, and are required to keep the information confidential. In addition, all sensitive/credit information you supply is encrypted via Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.

We implement a variety of security measures when a user places an order, enters, submits, or accesses their information to maintain the safety of your personal information.

All transactions are processed through a gateway provider and are not stored or processed on our servers.

Do we use ‘cookies’?

We do not use cookies for tracking purposes.

You can choose to have your computer warn you each time a cookie is being sent, or you can choose to turn off all cookies. You do this through your browser settings. Since browser is a little different, look at your browser’s Help Menu to learn the correct way to modify your cookies.

If you turn cookies off, some features will be disabled that make your site experience more efficient and may not function properly. However, you will still be able to place orders.

Third-party disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties your Personally Identifiable Information.

Third-party links

We do not include or offer third-party products or services on our website.

Google

Google’s advertising requirements can be summed up by Google’s Advertising Principles. They are put in place to provide a positive experience for users.

We have not enabled Google AdSense on our site but we may do so in the future.

California Online Privacy Protection Act

CalOPPA is the first state law in the nation to require commercial websites and online services to post a privacy policy. The law’s reach stretches well beyond California to require any person or company in the United States (and conceivably the world) that operates websites collecting Personally Identifiable Information from California consumers to post a conspicuous privacy policy on its website stating exactly the information being collected and those individuals or companies with whom it is being shared. – See more here.

According to CalOPPA, we agree to the following:
Users can visit our site anonymously.
Once this privacy policy is created, we will add a link to it on our home page or as a minimum, on the first significant page after entering our website.
Our Privacy Policy link includes the word ‘Privacy’ and can easily be found on the page specified above.

You will be notified of any Privacy Policy changes:
• On our Privacy Policy Page
Can change your personal information:
• By emailing us

How does our site handle Do Not Track signals?
We honor Do Not Track signals and Do Not Track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a Do Not Track (DNT) browser mechanism is in place.

Does our site allow third-party behavioral tracking?
We do not allow third-party behavioral tracking.

COPPA (Children Online Privacy Protection Act)

When it comes to the collection of personal information from children under the age of 13 years old, the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) puts parents in control. The Federal Trade Commission, United States’ consumer protection agency, enforces the COPPA Rule, which spells out what operators of websites and online services must do to protect children’s privacy and safety online.

We do not specifically market to children under the age of 13 years old.

Fair Information Practices

The Fair Information Practices Principles form the backbone of privacy law in the United States and the concepts they include have played a significant role in the development of data protection laws around the globe. Understanding the Fair Information Practice Principles and how they should be implemented is critical to comply with the various privacy laws that protect personal information.

In order to be in line with Fair Information Practices we will take the following responsive action, should a data breach occur:
We will notify you via email
• Within 7 business days

We also agree to the Individual Redress Principle which requires that individuals have the right to legally pursue enforceable rights against data collectors and processors who fail to adhere to the law. This principle requires not only that individuals have enforceable rights against data users, but also that individuals have recourse to courts or government agencies to investigate and/or prosecute non-compliance by data processors.

CAN SPAM Act

The CAN-SPAM Act is a law that sets the rules for commercial email, establishes requirements for commercial messages, gives recipients the right to have emails stopped from being sent to them, and spells out tough penalties for violations.

We collect your email address in order to:
• Send information, respond to inquiries, and/or other requests or questions
• Process orders and to send information and updates pertaining to orders.
• Send you additional information related to your product and/or service
• Market to our mailing list or continue to send emails to our clients after the original transaction has occurred.

To be in accordance with CANSPAM, we agree to the following:
• Not use false or misleading subjects or email addresses.
• Identify the message as an advertisement in some reasonable way.
• Include the physical address of our business or site headquarters.
• Monitor third-party email marketing services for compliance if one is used.
• Honor opt-out/unsubscribe requests quickly.
• Allow users to unsubscribe by using the link at the bottom of each email.

If at any time you would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, you can email us at
• Follow the instructions at the bottom of each email.
and we will promptly remove you from ALL correspondence.

Contacting Us

If there are any questions regarding this privacy policy, you may contact us using the information below.

Armpit Improv:

2658 East Alluvial Ave. #117
Fresno, CA 93720, United States

559-549-4991
classes@armpitimprov.com