Waiver  & release

Baltimore dance festival

& Vivelo Dance Competition

Waiver and Release of Liability

By attending or participating in Vivelo Dance Competitions and/or Baltimore Dance Festival (BDF) – called “The Event” – all spectators, dancers, officials, studio owners, and guests agree to the following terms and conditions:

1. General Acknowledgment

  • Participation in this event is subject to all rules and policies set forth by The Event.
  • By attending, all individuals agree to comply with these rules without exception.
  • All minors must be registered by a parent, legal guardian, or authorized adult acting on behalf of the parent/guardian.
  • That adult assumes full responsibility for the behavior, safety, conduct, and compliance of the minor participant(s) they register.

2. Personal Responsibility and Risk

  • THE EVENT organizers and the host hotel accept no responsibility for loss, theft, or damage to personal property left in event areas.
  • Attendance and participation are at the attendee’s own risk.
  • THE EVENT and the host hotel are not liable for injuries, illnesses, or accidents occurring during the event, whether on or off the premises.
  • Adults registering minors assume full responsibility and liability for any incidents involving the youth participants in their care.

3. Legal Claims

  • Any individual (student, professional, studio representative, or spectator) who initiates a claim, dispute, or legal action against THE EVENT that requires legal counsel will be solely responsible for all legal fees and related costs.
  • This includes claims made on behalf of a registered minor.

4. Media Release

By attending THE EVENT, all participants and attendees grant permission for THE EVENT to use their name, image, and likeness in promotional, advertising, and marketing materials in perpetuity and without compensation.

This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Photos, video recordings, and digital media
  • Use in print and online formats
  • Content captured by THE EVENT or its official media partners

Adults registering minors confirm they have authority to grant the same permissions on behalf of the minor(s).

5. Ticket Purchase Agreement

By purchasing a competitor pass, full pass, or any pass to THE EVENT, you agree to the following:

  • You understand and accept all terms within this Waiver and Release.
  • Your ticket purchase serves as your electronic signature, waiving certain legal rights on your behalf and on behalf of any minor(s) you register.
  • You are entering into this agreement freely, voluntarily, and with full understanding of its legal implications, without coercion or guarantees.

6. Wristband Policy

  • Wristbands must always be worn on the LEFT wrist during the event.
  • Entry to any EVENT activity or area requires a valid wristband.
  • Wristbands are non-transferable. Tampering or removing may result in removal from the event or purchase of a new pass at full price.
  • Lost or stolen wristbands will not be replaced. A new one must be purchased at full cost.
  • Adults registering minors are responsible for ensuring that all youth competitors under their care are always wearing wristbands.

7. Continuing Applicability

This Waiver and Release remains in full force and effect indefinitely, even after the event ends, regardless of whether participation concludes by completion, cancellation, or otherwise.

Final Acknowledgment

By purchasing a ticket or registering for Vivelo Dance Competitions and/or the Baltimore Dance Festival:

  • I confirm that I have read, understood, and agreed to all terms in this Waiver and Release.
  • I acknowledge that my purchase serves as my official electronic signature and proof of consent.
  • If registering a minor, I confirm that I am the parent, legal guardian, or authorized adult acting on their behalf, and that I accept full legal and financial responsibility for their participation in this event.