Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using AbilityDanceSing ("the Platform", "we", "us", or "our"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

AbilityDanceSing is operated in Australia and is subject to Australian law, including the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

2. Description of Service

AbilityDanceSing provides an online platform for:

• Booking and attending virtual dance and music sessions
• Connecting students with instructors and DJs
• Processing payments for sessions and services
• Facilitating live video conferencing for classes
• Providing educational content and resources

3. User Accounts

3.1 Registration

To use certain features of the Platform, you must register for an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
• Maintain the security of your password and account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Be at least 18 years of age, or have parental/guardian consent if under 18

3.2 Account Types

• Participants: Users who book and attend sessions
• Conductors/Instructors: Users who teach dance or music classes
• DJs: Users who host DJ sessions and music events

4. Bookings and Payments

4.1 Booking Sessions

When you book a session, you agree to:

• Pay the full session fee at the time of booking
• Attend the session at the scheduled time
• Comply with the instructor's guidelines and requirements
• Have the necessary equipment and internet connection

4.2 Pricing

All prices are displayed in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST where applicable. We reserve the right to change prices at any time, but changes will not affect bookings already confirmed.

4.3 Payment Methods

We accept payments via credit card, debit card, PayPal, and bank transfer. All payments are processed securely through our payment partners (Stripe and PayPal).

4.4 Refunds and Cancellations

Under Australian Consumer Law, you are entitled to a refund if:

• The service is not provided as described
• The service is not fit for purpose
• The service is not provided with acceptable care and skill

Our cancellation policy:

• More than 24 hours before session: Full refund
• Less than 24 hours before session: 50% refund
• No-show: No refund
• Instructor cancellation: Full refund or free rescheduling

5. Instructor Obligations

If you provide services as an instructor or DJ, you agree to:

• Provide services with due care and skill
• Ensure you have appropriate qualifications and insurance
• Conduct sessions at the scheduled time
• Provide a safe and professional learning environment
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Not engage in inappropriate or unprofessional conduct

6. Platform Fees

AbilityDanceSing charges a service fee of 15% on all transactions. This fee covers platform maintenance, payment processing, customer support, and technology infrastructure.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Platform Content

All content on the Platform, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is owned by AbilityDanceSing or our licensors and is protected by Australian and international copyright laws.

7.2 User Content

You retain ownership of any content you submit to the Platform. By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display your content for the purpose of operating the Platform.

8. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Platform for any illegal purpose
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Upload viruses or malicious code
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Platform
• Scrape or collect data from the Platform without permission
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Platform
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Australian law, AbilityDanceSing shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Platform.

Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any guarantee, warranty, term, or condition, right, or remedy implied or imposed by the Australian Consumer Law or any other law that cannot lawfully be excluded, restricted, or modified.

10. Australian Consumer Law

Our services come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the services supplied again if the services fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

11. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

12. Dispute Resolution

If you have a complaint or dispute, please contact us first at support@abilitydancesing.com. We will make reasonable efforts to resolve the issue. If we cannot resolve the dispute, you may refer the matter to the relevant Australian consumer protection agency or seek independent legal advice.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State/Territory of [Your State/Territory], Australia. Any disputes arising from these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [Your State/Territory], Australia.

14. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Terms on the Platform and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

15. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these Terms or for any other reason. You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, your right to use the Platform will immediately cease.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

• Email: legal@abilitydancesing.com
• Phone: +61 (0) XXX XXX XXX
• Address: [Your Business Address], Australia
• ABN: [Your ABN Number]