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HONG KONG DRUM ACADEMY

Enrollment Terms & Conditions

The following terms apply to all students and parents enrolled at Hong Kong Drum Academy (HKDA).

Our policies ensure flexibility while maintaining lesson consistency.

If you have any questions, contact info@hkdrumacademy.com or WhatsApp +852 9254 9796.

 

📌 Tuition & Lesson Calendar

  • Monthly tuition is a flat fee due by the 1st of each month (no proration or pauses).

  • Each student receives 46 lessons per calendar year (no lessons on public holidays – see our calendar for details).

  • Some months have 3 lessons, while others have 5 lessons to balance out the 46 lessons annually.

  • Late payments (after the 7th) incur a $100 late fee. Tuition unpaid for 2+ weeks may result in forfeiting your lesson slot.

  • No refunds or discounts once tuition is paid.

🔹 For the full HKDA Calendar, visit: https://www.hkdrumacademy.com/calendar

 

📌 Missed Lessons & Makeup Policy

✅ 1-on-1 Lessons:

  • Up to 3 makeup lessons every 90 days with at least 24 hours’ notice via WhatsApp or the HKDA Student Portal.

  • No makeup credit will be given if you only notify your teacher. You must contact HKDA directly.

  • Makeup credits expire after 90 days and cannot be transferred.

  • If no in-person slots are available, students will receive a virtual lesson or a custom video lesson plan.

  • If your teacher is absent, a substitute teacher will be arranged. If no substitute is available, you will receive a makeup credit to schedule at your convenience.

  • You can check your available makeup credits & book makeups via the HKDA Student Portal: https://hkda.opus1.io/

❌ No Makeups for:

  • 1-on-2 Lessons (if one student attends, the lesson continues).

  • Group Classes (unless canceled by HKDA).

  • Missed makeup lessons (no makeups for a rescheduled lesson).

📲 To notify us of an absence or book a makeup, WhatsApp +852 9254 9796 or visit https://hkda.opus1.io/.

 

📌 Public Holidays & School Breaks

  • HKDA is closed on public holidays and some school holidays.

  • Makeup lessons may be scheduled during these breaks based on teacher availability.

📆 For our 2025 holiday schedule, visit: https://www.hkdrumacademy.com/calendar

 

📌 Summer Hold (June – August)

  • You may pause membership for up to 2 months with 1-month advance notice.

  • To keep your same teacher & time slot, pay 50% of your monthly tuition.

  • Membership automatically resumes on September 1st.

  • No membership pauses during other months of the year.

 

📌 Severe Weather Policy

  • Lessons are canceled when the Black Rainstorm or Typhoon Signal No. 8+ is issued.

  • Classes resume 2 hours after signals are lowered.

  • Makeup options: Virtual lesson or custom lesson plan.

 

📌 Health Policy

  • Stay home if unwell. Notify HKDA at least 6 hours before your lesson to reschedule once every 90 days.

  • More than 1 illness-related absence within 90 days requires a medical certificate.

  • Rescheduled lessons count as one of your 3 allowed makeups per 90 days.

 

📌 Student Responsibilities

  • Arrive on time for lessons (no extra time for late arrivals).

  • Bring your own drumsticks, ear protection & learning materials.

  • Regular practice is key to improvement!

🎵 Discounted gear available for purchase:

  • Drumsticks (5A, 7A, 5B, or Kids’ Size)

  • Drum Pads (6” or 12”)

  • Ear Protection (Overhead or Musician’s Earplugs)

📲 To order, WhatsApp +852 9254 9796.

 

📌 Practice Room Rentals

  • Students receive discounted rates for practice room bookings at our North Point location.

  • Book via WhatsApp +852 9254 9796 (subject to availability).

 

📌 Discontinuation Policy

  • Membership is automatically renewed each month.

  • To withdraw, provide 1-month written notice via WhatsApp or email.

  • Membership is non-transferable & non-refundable (cannot be shared with siblings or other family members).

  • Makeup lesson credits expire automatically when membership ends.

  • A $800 re-registration fee applies for returning students.

 

📌 Data Privacy & Media Consent

  • Photos/videos of students may be used for staff training, marketing, and quality assurance.

  • To opt out, email info@hkdrumacademy.com.

  • Personal data is handled in accordance with Hong Kong laws.

 

📩 Contact Us

📢 We reserve the right to update these terms without prior notice. Last updated: February 2025.

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