TErms & Conditions

Youth Leadership Academy – Terms & Conditions and Liability Waiver
Effective Date: The date you view, access, or agree to these terms (“Effective Date”).

Agreement Between: Youth Leadership Academy (“YLA”) and the Participant (“Student”) and/or Parent/Guardian (“You”).

By checking the “I Agree” box during registration, submitting payment, or allowing the Student to participate in any YLA activities, You acknowledge that You have read, understood, and agree to the following Terms, Conditions, and Waiver of Liability:

1. Term Commitment

1.1 Enrollment in YLA is for a minimum term of six (6) consecutive months beginning on the date of registration.
1.2 The six-month commitment is binding regardless of attendance, participation, or changes in schedule.
1.3 Early withdrawal does not release You from the obligation to pay the full tuition for the agreed term.

2. Payment Terms

2.1 Tuition is due as agreed upon at registration (monthly or in full).
2.2 Payments not received within five (5) calendar days of the due date will be subject to a late fee equal to ten percent (10%) of the amount due.
2.3 Returned payments are subject to a $35 fee, in addition to any late fees incurred.
2.4 All payments are non-refundable except where prohibited by law.

3. Assumption of Risk & Release of Liability

3.1 You acknowledge that participation in YLA programs involves inherent risks, including but not limited to physical activity, public speaking, travel, project-based work, and group interactions.
3.2 You voluntarily assume all risks, both known and unknown, and accept full responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage arising from participation.
3.3 To the fullest extent permitted by law, You release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue YLA, its owners, officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, volunteers, and affiliates from any and all claims, demands, actions, or liabilities arising from or related to participation in the program, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.
3.4 This release extends to any injuries, damages, or losses occurring on or off-site, during travel, or in any program-related activity.

4. Indemnification

4.1 You agree to indemnify and hold harmless YLA and its affiliates from any loss, liability, damage, or expense (including reasonable attorney’s fees) incurred as a result of the Student’s participation in the program or breach of this Agreement.

5. Code of Conduct

5.1 Students are expected to maintain respect toward instructors, peers, and guests.
5.2 YLA reserves the right to remove any participant from the program without refund for behavior that violates policies, disrupts learning, or poses a safety risk.

6. Media Release

6.1 You grant YLA permission to record, photograph, and/or film the Student during program activities and to use such media in promotional, educational, and marketing materials in any format without compensation.
6.2 If You wish to opt out, You must provide written notice before the program start date.

7. Program Adjustments

7.1 YLA reserves the right to modify the schedule, curriculum, instructors, location, or delivery method (including online) without prior notice.
7.2 Such changes will not affect the validity or enforceability of this Agreement.

8. Governing Law & Venue

8.1 This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Missouri.
8.2 Any legal action shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction in St. Louis County, Missouri.

Acknowledgment
By checking the “I Agree” box, completing enrollment, or allowing the Student to participate in any YLA activities, You confirm that You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement, including the waiver of liability and assumption of risk provisions, as of the Effective Date. This Agreement is binding without a handwritten or electronic signature.