FOUNDING MEMBER TERMS AND CONDITIONS

THE DANCE STORE

FOUNDING MEMBER PROGRAM DISCLOSURE

Last Updated: January 22, 2026

1. ABOUT THIS DISCLOSURE

This page explains how our Founding Member Program works, including benefits, requirements, and important information you should know before joining.

By signing up for the Founding Member Program, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this disclosure.

For complete terms that become binding when you create an account or make a purchase, please see our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

2. PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Dance Store Founding Member Program offers exclusive lifetime benefits to our first 5,000 members. The program has three tiers based on signup order:

Principal: First 1,000 members
Spotlight: Members 1,001–2,500 (1,500 total spots)
Center Stage: Members 2,501–5,000 (2,500 total spots)

After 5,000 members join, the Founding Member Program closes permanently. These benefits will never be offered again.

3. TIER BENEFITS

3.1 PRINCIPAL (First 1,000 Members)

Lifetime Benefits for Active Members:

FREE SHIPPING FOR LIFE
Standard shipping on all orders $25+
2X POINTS FOR 12 MONTHS
10 points per $1 spent your first year (double the standard 5 points per $1)
BIRTHDAY GIFT
$50 birthday reward annually with $125+ purchase
PRINCIPAL STATUS
Exclusive gift offers and promotions
72-hour early access to all product launches
Priority customer support queue

Estimated Annual Value: $400+

3.2 SPOTLIGHT (Members 1,001–2,500)

Lifetime Benefits for Active Members:

FREE SHIPPING FOR LIFE
Standard shipping on all orders $35+
2X POINTS FOR 12 MONTHS
10 points per $1 spent your first year (double the standard 5 points per $1)
BIRTHDAY GIFT
$50 birthday reward annually with $125+ purchase
SPOTLIGHT STATUS
Exclusive gift offers and promotions
72-hour early access to sales and promotions
Priority customer support

Estimated Annual Value: $200+

3.3 CENTER STAGE (Members 2,501–5,000)

Lifetime Benefits for Active Members:

FREE SHIPPING FOR LIFE
Standard shipping on all orders $45+
2X POINTS FOR 6 MONTHS
10 points per $1 spent for 6 months (double the standard 5 points per $1)
BIRTHDAY GIFT
$25 birthday reward annually with $75+ purchase
CENTER STAGE STATUS
Exclusive gift offers and promotions
72-hour early access to sales and promotions
Member recognition and perks

Estimated Annual Value: $150+

4. ACTIVE CUSTOMER REQUIREMENT

4.1 Definition of "Active Customer"

"Lifetime" benefits are available as long as you remain an active customer. An active customer is defined as someone who makes at least one purchase every 6 months.

Example:

Make a purchase on January 15, 2026
You remain active until July 15, 2026 (6 months)
Make another purchase before July 15, 2026
Your active status continues for another 6 months from that purchase date

4.2 What Constitutes a "Purchase"

For active status purposes, a qualifying purchase:

Must be at least $10 (before shipping and taxes)
Must be a completed, paid order
Cannot be canceled or fully refunded

Does NOT count as a purchase:

Gift card purchases alone
Orders that are canceled before shipping
Orders that are fully refunded

4.3 If You Become Inactive

If you do not make a purchase for 6 consecutive months:

Your Founding Member status becomes inactive
You lose access to founding member benefits
Standard loyalty program benefits apply instead
You will receive email notifications before benefits are suspended

5. EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS & CONSENT

5.1 Email Address Requirement

To participate in the Founding Member Program, you must provide a valid email address. This is how we:

Notify you of your tier assignment
Send points expiration reminders
Deliver birthday reward notifications
Communicate program updates
Provide early access to launches

5.2 Types of Emails You'll Receive

Transactional Emails (Cannot Opt Out):

Founding Member tier confirmation
Points expiration warnings (30 days before expiration)
Birthday reward notifications
Active status warnings (if approaching 6-month threshold)
Program changes or updates

Marketing Emails (Can Opt Out):

New product announcements
Sales and promotions
Early access opportunities
Community updates

5.3 Your Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

Providing an accurate, working email address
Keeping your email address current
Checking your email regularly (including spam/junk folders)
Reading important program communications

We are not responsible if:

Emails go to your spam/junk folder
You don't check your email
You provide an incorrect email address
You miss important notifications due to your email settings

5.4 Updating Your Email

You can update your email address anytime in your account settings. Program communications will be sent to your most current email on file.

6. ACCOUNT SECURITY & RESPONSIBILITY

6.1 Your Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

Creating and maintaining a secure password
Keeping your login credentials confidential
Not sharing your account with others
All activity that occurs under your account
Notifying us immediately if your account is compromised

6.2 Account Sharing

One account per person. You may not:

Share your account credentials with others
Allow others to use your Founding Member benefits
Create multiple accounts to obtain multiple Founding Member tiers

Violation of this policy may result in account suspension or termination.

6.3 Compromised Accounts

If you believe your account has been compromised:

Change your password immediately
Email us at support@dance.store within 24 hours
We will investigate and take appropriate action

Important: If your account is compromised due to your own actions (sharing password, falling for phishing, etc.), we are not liable for unauthorized purchases or point redemptions.

6.4 Suspicious Activity

We reserve the right to:

Suspend accounts showing suspicious activity
Require additional verification
Investigate potential fraud or abuse
Terminate accounts violating program rules

7. ACCOUNT CLOSURE & BENEFIT FORFEITURE

7.1 Voluntary Account Closure

If YOU choose to close your account:

All loyalty points are immediately forfeited
Any unused birthday rewards expire immediately
Founding Member status is permanently lost
You cannot reopen the account or transfer benefits
No refunds or compensation for forfeited benefits

7.2 Termination by The Dance Store

We may terminate your account if you:

Violate these program rules
Engage in fraudulent activity
Abuse the program or exploit system errors
Create multiple accounts
Engage in harassment or inappropriate behavior

If we terminate your account for cause:

All points and benefits are immediately forfeited
You may be banned from creating future accounts
No refunds or compensation will be provided

7.3 No Cash Value

Founding Member benefits, loyalty points, and birthday rewards have no cash value. Upon account closure (voluntary or involuntary):

You cannot request cash payment for forfeited points
You cannot request refunds for "lost" lifetime benefits
You cannot transfer benefits to another person or account

7.4 Inactive Status vs. Closed Account

Inactive status (no purchase for 6 months):

Benefits suspended but account remains open
Can be reactivated by making a purchase
Points may expire per standard rules, but tier status preserved

Closed account:

Permanent termination
Cannot be reopened
All benefits permanently forfeited

8. ELIGIBILITY & ENROLLMENT

8.1 Who Can Join

The Founding Member Program is open to:

Individuals 18 years or older
Minors (under 18) with parental consent
Residents of the United States
Anyone with a valid email address

8.2 Geographic Restrictions

The Founding Member Program is currently available only to U.S. customers. International customers may sign up for our email list but should understand that certain benefits (such as free shipping) may not apply to international orders.

8.3 One Membership Per Person

Each person is limited to ONE Founding Member account. You may not:

Create multiple accounts to obtain multiple tiers
Transfer your Founding Member status to someone else
Sell or give away your Founding Member account

8.4 How to Join

Visit dance.store and click "Become a Founding Member"
Enter your email address
You'll receive a confirmation email with your tier assignment
Your tier is determined by your position in the signup queue
Benefits activate when we officially launch (target: Q1 2026)

9. FOUNDING MEMBERS UNDER 18 YEARS OLD

9.1 Age Requirements

If you are under 18 years old and wish to become a Founding Member, you must have your parent or legal guardian complete a parental consent process.

Important: Only individuals 18 years or older may create accounts and make purchases on The Dance Store. If you are under 18, your parent/guardian must create and manage your account.

9.2 How It Works for Minors

STEP 1: Sign up for the Founding Member waitlist using your email address
STEP 2: Your parent or guardian must complete our Parental Consent Form
STEP 3: Parent/guardian emails the completed form to: foundingmembers@dance.store
STEP 4: We review the consent form and activate your account within 3–5 business days

9.3 Parental Consent Options

OPTION A: Download Our Parental Consent Form (Recommended)

Download the official Parental Consent Form from our website
Parent/guardian fills out all required fields
Parent/guardian signs and dates the form
Scan or photograph the completed form
Email to: foundingmembers@dance.store
Subject line: "Parental Consent – [Child's Name]"

OPTION B: Simple Email Consent

Your parent/guardian can send a consent email to foundingmembers@dance.store with:

Subject: Parental Consent for [Child's Full Name]

Email body:

I consent to my child [Child's Full Name, Date of Birth] participating
in The Dance Store Founding Member Program. I will be responsible for
all account activity and purchases.

Parent/Guardian Name: [Your Name]
Parent/Guardian Email: [This Email Address]
Child's Name: [Child's Full Name]
Child's Date of Birth: [MM/DD/YYYY]
Date: [Today's Date]

9.4 Special Requirements for Children Under 13

If your child is under 13 years old, federal law (COPPA – Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) requires additional verification.

For children under 13:

Parent/guardian completes the Parental Consent Form or email
We send a verification link to the parent's email address
Parent must click the verification link to confirm consent
This provides "verifiable parental consent" as required by law

Information we collect from children under 13:

Name (for account identification)
Parent/guardian email (for all communications)
Purchase history (for loyalty program management)
Shipping address (for order fulfillment only)

We do NOT:

Collect more information than necessary
Sell or share children's information
Use children's information for targeted advertising
Send marketing emails directly to children under 13

Parents of children under 13 may:

Review their child's personal information at any time
Request deletion of their child's information
Refuse further collection of their child's information
Revoke consent and close the account

9.5 Account Management for Minors

Once parental consent is received and approved:

Parent/Guardian receives:

All account-related emails
Points expiration notifications
Birthday reward notifications
Order confirmations
Program updates

Parent/Guardian is responsible for:

All purchases and charges on the account
Monitoring the child's account activity
Redeeming loyalty points and rewards
Managing account settings
Ensuring child complies with program rules

Minors cannot:

Make purchases without parental authorization
Modify account settings without parental access
Redeem rewards without parental permission
Close or transfer the account

9.6 Who Can Make Purchases

Only individuals 18 years or older may complete purchases.

If you are under 18:

Your parent/guardian must complete all purchases
Payment methods must belong to your parent/guardian
Your parent/guardian authorizes use of loyalty benefits
Your parent/guardian is responsible for all charges

We reserve the right to cancel orders or suspend accounts if we believe a minor is making unauthorized purchases.

9.7 Processing Time for Parental Consent

We manually review all parental consent submissions to ensure compliance with child protection laws and program rules.

Please allow:

3–5 business days for consent form review
Confirmation email once account is activated
During high-volume periods, processing may take up to 7 business days

Questions about parental consent? Email: foundingmembers@dance.store

10. TIER ASSIGNMENT

Your Founding Member tier is determined solely by your position in the signup queue:

Signups 1–1,000: Principal
Signups 1,001–2,500: Spotlight
Signups 2,501–5,000: Center Stage
Signup 5,001+: Program closed – standard membership only

Important:

Tier assignment is final and cannot be changed
You cannot upgrade to a higher tier after signup
Tier status remains for life (as long as you're an active customer)
We assign tiers in the exact order signups are received

11. BENEFITS ACTIVATION

11.1 When Benefits Begin

Founding Member benefits activate on our official launch date (target estimate: Q1 2026).

Before launch:

Your tier is reserved
You'll receive pre-launch updates
You cannot yet make purchases or earn points

After launch:

All benefits become active immediately
Free shipping applies to your first order
Start earning 2X points (Principal/Spotlight) or standard points (Center Stage)
Birthday rewards become available

11.2 Pre-Launch Period

During the pre-launch period:

We'll email you progress updates
You'll get sneak peeks of products
You can provide input on what we carry
Your spot in line is secure

12. LOYALTY POINTS SYSTEM

12.1 How Points Work

All customers (Founding Members and standard members) earn points on purchases:

Standard Earning Rate: 5 points per $1 spent

Founding Member Bonus:

Principal: 2X points (10 per $1) for first 12 months
Spotlight: 2X points (10 per $1) for first 12 months
Center Stage: 2X points (10 per $1) for first 6 months

After bonus period ends, all Founding Members earn standard 5 points per $1.

12.2 Points Earning

You earn points on:

Product purchases (calculated on subtotal before shipping/tax)
Points are awarded after order ships (not at time of purchase)

You do NOT earn points on:

Shipping fees
Taxes
Gift card purchases
Refunded or canceled orders

Example:

Order: $100 in products
Shipping: $7.99
Tax: $8.50
Total: $116.49
Points earned: 500 points (5 points × $100)
- OR 1,000 points if you're a Founding Member during bonus period (10 points × $100)

12.3 Points Redemption

Redeem points for discounts on future purchases:

250 points = $2.50 off
500 points = $5 off
1,000 points = $10 off
2,500 points = $25 off
5,000 points = $50 off

Redemption Rules:

Minimum redemption: 250 points
No maximum redemption limit
Points applied to order subtotal (not shipping or tax)
Must redeem points before placing order (cannot be applied retroactively)

12.4 Points Expiration

IMPORTANT: All loyalty points expire 12 months from the date they are earned.

How it works:

Points earned on March 1, 2026 expire on March 1, 2027 at 11:59 PM PT
You must redeem points before they expire
Expired points are automatically removed from your account
Expired points cannot be reinstated

Example:

January 15, 2026: Earn 500 points
January 15, 2027: Those 500 points expire
March 20, 2026: Earn 1,000 points
March 20, 2027: Those 1,000 points expire

Email Notifications:

30 days before expiration: Reminder email
7 days before expiration: Final warning email
Day of expiration: Points removed from account

Your Responsibility:

Check your points balance regularly
Redeem points before they expire
We are not responsible if you don't check your email
Cannot make exceptions for expired points

12.5 Bonus Points Opportunities

Throughout the year, we may offer bonus point events:

Double points days
Triple points on specific products
Bonus points for reviews
Birthday bonus points

Founding Members get priority notification of bonus point events.

13. FREE SHIPPING BENEFITS

13.1 Free Shipping Thresholds

Founding Member Free Shipping:

Principal: Free standard shipping on orders $25+
Spotlight: Free standard shipping on orders $35+
Center Stage: Free standard shipping on orders $45+

Standard Members (Non-Founding):

Free standard shipping on orders $60+

13.2 What "Free Shipping" Includes

Free shipping covers:

Standard ground shipping within the Continental United States
Typical delivery: 5–8 business days
Tracking provided for all orders

13.3 What "Free Shipping" Does NOT Include

Free shipping does NOT cover:

Expedited or rush shipping (2-day, overnight, etc.)
Alaska, Hawaii, or U.S. territories (may incur additional fees)
International shipping
P.O. Boxes requiring special handling
Orders requiring signature confirmation

To receive free shipping:

Order must meet your tier's minimum threshold
Must select standard shipping at checkout
Applies only to addresses in Continental U.S.

13.4 Free Shipping + Other Discounts

Good news: Your Founding Member free shipping benefit CAN be combined with:

Discount codes and promo codes
Site-wide sales
Loyalty points redemption
Birthday rewards

See Section 17 (Promotion Stacking Rules) for complete details.

14. BIRTHDAY REWARDS

14.1 Birthday Reward Amounts

Annual birthday rewards:

Principal: $50 reward with $125+ purchase
Spotlight: $50 reward with $125+ purchase
Center Stage: $25 reward with $75+ purchase

14.2 How Birthday Rewards Work

Automatic Delivery:

Birthday reward automatically loads to your account on your birthday
You'll receive an email notification when reward is available
Reward appears as available credit in your account
Must be logged in for reward to be issued

Expiration:

Birthday rewards expire 30 days after your birthday
Example: Birthday on March 15 → Reward expires April 14 at 11:59 PM PT
Expired rewards cannot be reinstated or extended
You'll receive reminder emails at 7 days before expiration

14.3 Birthday Reward Requirements

To use your birthday reward:

Must meet the minimum purchase threshold for your tier
Must use entire reward in a single transaction (cannot split across multiple orders)
Account must be in good standing (not suspended or inactive)
Must have provided accurate birth date

14.4 Birthday Reward Restrictions

Can be combined with:

Founding Member free shipping benefit

Cannot be combined with:

Discount codes or promo codes
Loyalty points redemption
Other birthday rewards from previous years
Any other promotional offers

One reward per year:

You receive ONE birthday reward annually
Cannot stockpile unused birthday rewards
If unused, reward expires and cannot be carried forward

14.5 Birthday Information

Providing Your Birthday:

You must provide an accurate birth date when creating your account
Birthday can only be changed once per year (to prevent abuse)
Contact support@dance.store to update an incorrect birth date with verification

Verification:

We may require ID verification for birthday updates
This protects against abuse of the birthday reward system

14.6 Birthday Reward Examples

Example 1: Principal Member

Birthday: June 1, 2026
June 1: $50 reward loads to account
June 30 at 11:59 PM PT: Reward expires (30 days)
Must place order with $125+ minimum before June 30
Can use free shipping on order (if order is $25+)

Example 2: Center Stage Member

Birthday: December 15, 2026
December 15: $25 reward loads to account
January 14, 2027 at 11:59 PM PT: Reward expires
Must place order with $75+ minimum before January 14
Doesn't use it → Reward forfeited, cannot be reinstated

15. VIP EARLY ACCESS

15.1 What Early Access Means

Founding Members receive early access to:

New product launches
Limited edition items
Seasonal sales
Exclusive promotions

Access windows:

Principal: 72 hours before public release
Spotlight: 72 hours before public release
Center Stage: 72 hours before public release

15.2 Early Access Is Not Guaranteed

Important disclosures:

Early access is a benefit, not a guarantee
We determine which launches qualify for early access
Not all products will have early access periods
Inventory during early access may be limited
Products may sell out during early access

We do not guarantee:

Product availability during your early access window
That your size/color will be in stock
Website performance during high-traffic events
That technical issues won't prevent access

15.3 How Early Access Works

Email Notifications:

We'll email you when early access begins
Email includes special early access link
Link is active only during your access window

Your Responsibilities:

Check your email for early access notifications
Act quickly during your access window
We are not liable if you miss your window

16. RETURNS & REFUNDS IMPACT ON POINTS

16.1 Points Deduction on Returns

If you return items from an order, points earned on those items will be deducted from your account.

Example:

Original order: $100
Points earned: 500 points (or 1,000 if Founding Member during bonus period)
You return: $50 worth of items
Points deducted: 250 points (or 500 points)
Your balance: 250 points remaining (or 500 points)

16.2 If You Already Spent the Points

If you already redeemed points from a returned order:

Your point balance will go negative
You must "repay" the negative balance before earning new points
Future point earnings will offset the negative balance

Example:

Order $100 → Earn 500 points → Redeem 500 points → Return $100 order
Your balance: -500 points
Next order $50 → Earn 250 points
New balance: -250 points (still negative)
Next order $50 → Earn 250 points
New balance: 0 points (back to zero, can start earning again)

16.3 Birthday Rewards and Returns

If you used your birthday reward and then returned items:

Birthday reward credit is reversed from your account
If the order total falls below the minimum threshold after return, the birthday reward is forfeited
Birthday rewards cannot be reissued once used, even if items are returned

17. PROMOTION STACKING RULES

17.1 What CAN Be Combined

Your Founding Member free shipping benefit CAN be combined with:

Discount codes and promo codes
Site-wide sales and promotions
Loyalty points redemption
Birthday rewards

Example:

Principal member places $30 order:

Uses "SAVE20" discount code (20% off)
Gets free shipping (order is $25+ after discount)
Both benefits apply!

17.2 What CANNOT Be Combined

The following CANNOT be combined on the same order:

❌ Multiple discount codes
❌ Discount codes + birthday rewards
❌ Discount codes + loyalty points redemption
❌ Birthday rewards + loyalty points redemption
❌ Multiple birthday rewards from different years

Example:

You cannot use:

❌ "SAVE20" code + "WELCOME10" code on same order
❌ $50 birthday reward + 1,000 points ($10 off) on same order
❌ "SAVE15" code + $50 birthday reward on same order

17.3 One Discount Per Order Rule

General rule: Only ONE price reduction method per order

Choose one:

Discount/promo code, OR
Birthday reward, OR
Points redemption

Plus: Your free shipping benefit (always applies if order meets threshold)

18. PROGRAM MODIFICATIONS

18.1 Our Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Founding Member Program at any time, including:

Changes to benefits or perks
Changes to points earning or redemption
Changes to free shipping thresholds
Changes to program rules

Notice Requirements:

Material changes: 30 days advance notice via email
Minor changes: Effective immediately, notification via email or website

What constitutes "material" changes:

Removing or significantly reducing benefits (e.g., eliminating free shipping)
Increasing minimum thresholds substantially
Changing points expiration from 12 months to 6 months

What constitutes "minor" changes:

Email timing or formatting
Website interface updates
Clarifications to existing rules
Administrative process changes

18.2 Grandfathering Policy

For material changes that reduce benefits:

Existing Founding Members will be notified 30 days in advance
We will make reasonable efforts to grandfather existing members under original terms
However, we reserve the right to apply changes to all members if necessary for business reasons

Example: If we increase Principal free shipping from $25 to $35, we will attempt to keep existing Principal members at $25 threshold, but reserve the right to apply the new $35 threshold to everyone if needed.

18.3 Continued Use = Acceptance

By continuing to use the Founding Member Program after changes are made:

You accept the new terms
You waive any objection to the changes
The modified program terms become binding

If you do not accept the changes:

You may close your account before changes take effect
See Section 7 for account closure details

19. FRAUDULENT ACTIVITY & PROGRAM ABUSE

19.1 Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited and may result in account suspension or termination:

❌ Creating multiple accounts to obtain multiple Founding Member tiers
❌ Using stolen credit cards or payment information
❌ Exploiting system bugs or errors to earn extra points
❌ Reselling Founding Member accounts
❌ Filing false chargebacks or refund abuse
❌ Using bots or automated systems to manipulate the program
❌ Providing false information to obtain benefits
❌ Sharing accounts or credentials with others

19.2 System Errors

If you discover a system error that allows you to earn points or benefits incorrectly:

You must report it to us immediately at support@dance.store
You may not exploit the error for personal gain
We reserve the right to correct your account balance
Deliberate exploitation may result in account termination

19.3 Investigation

We reserve the right to:

Investigate any suspicious account activity
Request additional verification or documentation
Temporarily suspend accounts during investigation
Deduct incorrectly awarded points or benefits
Terminate accounts found to be engaging in fraud or abuse

19.4 No Tolerance Policy

We have a zero-tolerance policy for fraud and abuse. Accounts found violating these rules will be immediately terminated with no refunds or compensation.

20. FORCE MAJEURE & SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS

20.1 Events Beyond Our Control

We are not liable for delays, failures, or inability to perform due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

Natural disasters (earthquakes, floods, fires, etc.)
Cyberattacks or security breaches
Internet or telecommunications failures
Government actions or regulations
Supplier issues or inventory shortages
Pandemics or public health emergencies
Labor disputes or strikes
Acts of war or terrorism

20.2 Service Interruptions

During service interruptions or technical issues:

Benefits may be temporarily unavailable
Points earning may be delayed
Website access may be limited
Order processing may be affected

We will:

Make reasonable efforts to restore service as quickly as possible
Communicate about extended outages via email or social media
Not penalize you for issues beyond your control (e.g., won't count toward 6-month inactive period)

We are not liable for:

Lost points or benefits during outages
Orders that cannot be placed during interruptions
Missed early access opportunities due to technical issues

21. GEOGRAPHIC RESTRICTIONS

21.1 Free Shipping Geography

Founding Member free shipping applies to:

Continental United States only (48 contiguous states)

Additional shipping fees may apply to:

Alaska
Hawaii
U.S. territories (Puerto Rico, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands, etc.)
P.O. Boxes in certain locations
Military APO/FPO addresses (case-by-case)

21.2 International Orders

International customers:

Can sign up for the Founding Member Program
Will receive tier assignment and loyalty benefits
Free shipping does NOT apply to international orders
Must pay standard international shipping rates
Are responsible for all customs duties, taxes, and fees

21.3 Shipping Restrictions

We reserve the right to:

Restrict shipping to certain locations
Refuse orders to high-fraud areas
Require additional verification for unusual shipping addresses
Cancel orders we cannot fulfill due to shipping restrictions

22. TAX IMPLICATIONS

22.1 Potential Taxable Income

Birthday rewards, loyalty points, and other benefits provided through the Founding Member Program may constitute taxable income under IRS regulations.

You are responsible for:

Determining if benefits are taxable to you
Reporting any taxable benefits on your tax return
Paying any taxes owed on benefits received
Consulting with your tax advisor

22.2 IRS Reporting

If the total value of benefits you receive in a calendar year exceeds IRS thresholds (currently $600), we may be required to:

Issue a Form 1099-MISC to you
Report the value to the IRS
Request your Social Security Number or Tax ID

We may withhold benefits if you:

Refuse to provide required tax information
Provide fraudulent tax information

22.3 We Are Not Tax Advisors

Important: The Dance Store does not provide tax advice. We cannot advise you on:

Whether specific benefits are taxable
How to report benefits on your tax return
What deductions you may be eligible for

Please consult a qualified tax professional with questions about your tax obligations.

22.4 Gift Card Note

If you redeem loyalty points for gift cards (if this option becomes available), the gift card value may be considered taxable income to you.

23. PRIVACY & DATA USAGE

23.1 Information We Collect

To manage the Founding Member Program, we collect and use:

Name and contact information
Email address
Purchase history
Points balance and redemption history
Birthday (for birthday rewards)
Account activity and preferences
Communication preferences

23.2 How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Manage your Founding Member tier and benefits
Track and award loyalty points
Send program communications and updates
Deliver birthday rewards
Provide customer support
Improve the program based on member behavior
Detect and prevent fraud

23.3 Children's Information

For Founding Members under 18:

Information is controlled by parent/guardian
All communications sent to parent/guardian email
Limited data collection (only what's necessary for program)
Parents may review, modify, or request deletion of information

For children under 13:

Stricter COPPA protections apply
Verifiable parental consent required
See Section 9 for complete details

23.4 Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information (account closure required)
Opt out of marketing communications (transactional emails still sent)

23.5 Complete Privacy Policy

This disclosure covers only Founding Member Program data practices. For our complete privacy practices, please see our Privacy Policy at dance.store/privacy.

24. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

24.1 Informal Resolution

If you have a dispute or concern about the Founding Member Program:

Step 1: Contact us at support@dance.store
Step 2: Describe your concern clearly
Step 3: We will investigate and respond within 5–7 business days
Step 4: We will work with you in good faith to resolve the issue

Most disputes can be resolved through this informal process.

24.2 Binding Arbitration

If we cannot resolve a dispute informally, you agree that:

Disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration, not court litigation
Arbitration will be conducted by the American Arbitration Association (AAA)
Arbitration will take place in Orange County, California (or remotely if agreed)
Each party pays their own arbitration costs unless law requires otherwise
The arbitrator's decision is final and binding

24.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually, not as part of a class action.

You waive your right to:

Participate in class action lawsuits
Join with other customers in multi-party litigation
Consolidate your claim with other customers' claims

Arbitration will be conducted on an individual basis only.

24.4 Exceptions to Arbitration

The following may be pursued in small claims court instead of arbitration:

Claims within small claims court jurisdiction (typically under $10,000)
Claims seeking only injunctive relief

24.5 30-Day Opt-Out

You may opt out of the arbitration agreement by:

Sending written notice to legal@dance.store within 30 days of joining the program
Stating "I opt out of arbitration"
Providing your name and email address

If you opt out:

The arbitration clause does not apply to you
Disputes will be resolved in California courts
All other terms of this disclosure remain in effect

25. GOVERNING LAW

25.1 California Law Applies

This Founding Member Program Disclosure and any disputes arising from it are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.

25.2 Jurisdiction

If disputes are not resolved through arbitration, you agree that:

Exclusive jurisdiction is in state or federal courts in Orange County, California
You consent to personal jurisdiction in California courts
You waive any objection to venue in California

25.3 Legal Compliance

We operate in compliance with:

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulations
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS)
Other applicable state and federal laws

26. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Founding Member Program Disclosure is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable:

That provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable
If it cannot be modified, it will be severed from this disclosure
All other provisions remain in full force and effect

Example: If the arbitration clause is found invalid in your jurisdiction, all other terms of this disclosure still apply.

27. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Founding Member Program Disclosure, together with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, constitutes the entire agreement between you and The Dance Store regarding the Founding Member Program.

This disclosure supersedes any prior:

Oral or written statements
Marketing materials
Social media posts
Email communications
Other representations about the program

If there is a conflict:

This disclosure takes precedence over other materials
Terms of Service take precedence over marketing statements
Written terms override oral promises

28. CONTACT INFORMATION

Questions About the Founding Member Program?

Email: foundingmembers@dance.store
General Support: support@dance.store
Privacy Questions: privacy@dance.store
Legal Questions: legal@dance.store
Website: dance.store

Mailing Address: The Dance Store [Your Business Address] Rancho Santa Margarita, CA [ZIP]

Response Time:

Founding Member inquiries: Within 24–48 hours
General support: Within 24–48 hours
Priority support for Principal members

29. CHANGES TO THIS DISCLOSURE

Last Updated: January 22, 2026

We may update this Founding Member Program Disclosure from time to time. We will notify you of:

Material changes via email (30 days advance notice)
Minor changes via email or website notice

How to stay informed:

Check this page periodically for updates
Read emails from The Dance Store
"Last Updated" date at top shows most recent revision

By continuing to participate in the Founding Member Program after changes are posted, you accept the updated disclosure.

30. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By enrolling in the Founding Member Program, you acknowledge that:

You have read this entire Founding Member Program Disclosure
You understand the benefits, requirements, and limitations
You understand the "active customer" requirement (purchase every 6 months)
You understand that points expire after 12 months
You understand that benefits can be modified with notice
You agree to abide by all program rules
You will not engage in fraud or abuse of the program
If under 18, your parent/guardian has provided consent

Thank you for becoming a Founding Member of The Dance Store!

We're excited to build this community with you.

Connected by Dance 💙

THE DANCE STORE - PARENTAL CONSENT FORM
For Founding Members Under 18 Years Old

INSTRUCTIONS FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS

If your child is under 18 years old and wishes to become a Founding Member of The Dance Store, please complete this form and email it to:

foundingmembers@dance.store

Subject line: Parental Consent – [Child's Name]

How to submit:

Print this form and fill it out by hand, then scan or photograph it
OR fill it out digitally, sign electronically, and email it
OR take a clear photo of the completed form with your phone

Processing time: 3–5 business days after we receive your completed form

SECTION 1: PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

Parent/Guardian Full Name: ___________________________________

Relationship to Minor: ☐ Parent ☐ Legal Guardian ☐ Other: _____________

Parent/Guardian Email Address: ___________________________________

Parent/Guardian Phone Number: ___________________________________

Parent/Guardian Mailing Address:

Street: ___________________________________

City: _________________ State: _____ ZIP: _________

SECTION 2: MINOR'S INFORMATION

Minor's Full Legal Name: ___________________________________

Minor's Date of Birth: _____ / _____ / _____ (MM) (DD) (YYYY)

Minor's Age: _____

Minor's Email Address (if applicable): ___________________________________

☐ Minor is under 13 years old (additional verification required)

SECTION 3: FOUNDING MEMBER PROGRAM

Child's Founding Member Tier (if known): ☐ Principal (First 1,000) ☐ Spotlight (1,001–2,500) ☐ Center Stage (2,501–5,000) ☐ Not yet assigned

Founding Member Signup Date (if known): _____ / _____ / _____

SECTION 4: PARENTAL CONSENT & ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

By signing below, I certify that:

☐ I am the parent or legal guardian of the minor named above and have the authority to provide this consent.

☐ I give permission for my child to participate in The Dance Store Founding Member Program.

☐ I will be responsible for all purchases, charges, and fees associated with this account.

☐ I will receive all account communications at the email address provided above. I understand that all program notifications, order confirmations, and account updates will be sent to my email.

☐ I will monitor my child's account activity and ensure appropriate use of the Founding Member benefits.

☐ I understand the program rules, including:

Founding Member benefits are "lifetime" but require at least one purchase every 6 months to remain active
Loyalty points expire 12 months from the date they are earned
Birthday rewards expire 30 days after being issued
Free shipping applies only to orders meeting the minimum threshold for my child's tier
Benefits can be modified by The Dance Store with 30 days notice

☐ I understand age restrictions: Only individuals 18 years or older may complete purchases on The Dance Store. I will complete all purchases on behalf of my child using my own payment methods.

☐ I have read the Founding Member Program Disclosure available at dance.store/foundingmemberdisclosure

☐ I consent to data collection: I understand that The Dance Store will collect and use my child's information (name, email, purchase history, shipping address) solely for the purposes of managing the Founding Member Program and fulfilling orders.

☐ For children under 13 only: I understand that additional verification is required under COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act). I will click the verification link that will be sent to my email address.

SECTION 5: ADDITIONAL PERMISSIONS (OPTIONAL)

☐ I give permission for The Dance Store to feature my child's first name (last initial only) in Founding Member community recognition (e.g., "Sarah M. – Principal Member")

☐ I give permission for my child to receive Dance Life educational content and resources via email

SECTION 6: PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE

I certify that all information provided is accurate and true. I understand that providing false information may result in account termination.

Parent/Guardian Signature: ___________________________________

Print Name: ___________________________________

Date: _____ / _____ / _____

SECTION 7: FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

Date Received: __________

Reviewed By: __________

Account Activated: ☐ Yes ☐ No

Founding Member Tier Assigned: __________

Notes: ___________________________________

PRIVACY & SECURITY

Your information is secure. The Dance Store:

Does not sell or share personal information with third parties
Uses information only for account management and program administration
Complies with COPPA for children under 13
Allows parents to review, modify, or request deletion of information at any time

For complete privacy practices, see our Privacy Policy at dance.store/privacy

QUESTIONS?

Email: support@dance.store

Subject: Parental Consent Question – [Your Name]

For privacy requests or to review your child's information:

Email: privacy@dance.store
Phone: [Your Business Phone Number]
Website: dance.store

SUBMIT THIS FORM

Email to: support@dance.store

Subject line: Parental Consent – [Child's Name]

Attach:

This completed and signed form (PDF, photo, or scan)

Processing time: 3–5 business days

You will receive a confirmation email once your child's Founding Member account is activated.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHILDREN UNDER 13

If your child is under 13 years old, COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) requires additional verification:

After submitting this form:

You will receive an email with a verification link
Click the link to confirm your consent
This provides "verifiable parental consent" as required by federal law
Your child's account will be activated once verification is complete

Information collected from children under 13:

Name (for account identification only)
Parent email (all communications go here)
Purchase history (for loyalty program only)
Shipping address (for order fulfillment only)

We do NOT collect:

Direct email communication with child
Social media information
Unnecessary personal information
Information for targeted advertising

Parent rights for children under 13:

Review all information we have collected
Request deletion of information at any time
Refuse further collection
Revoke consent and close account

Contact privacy@dance.store to exercise these rights.

Thank you for supporting your dancer's passion!

Connected by Dance 💙

Form Version: 1.0 Last Updated: January 22, 2026