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  • LYDF 2026 Dancer Registration Form

    Please complete the following form and submit no later than Feb. 8th in order to participate in the Lehigh Valley Youth Dance Fest 2026.
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  • Participation Fee- Pay to your Company

    Performing Dancer Participation Fee: $100.00 per dancer. 

    Non-Performing Dancer Participation Fee: $60.00 per dancer.

    This fee is non-refundable 

    Participating dancers are required to pay this to their company directors who will in turn pay LYDF. Please speak with your company directors on how best to do this.

    No individual student checks will be accepted by LYDF.

  • Non-Performing Dancer Fee

    • This fee is for dancers who are ONLY attending Master Classes
    • Non-Performing Dancer Fee: $60 per dancer.
    • Includes all master classes and one ticket to the performance.
    • Payment may be completed online via this form, or by check.
    • Deadline for all payments is Feb. 8, 2026
  • Payments by Check:

    Please make your check out to:

    Youth Dance Fest

     

    Mail to:

    Youth Dance Fest

    424 East Pleasant Street

    Philadelphia PA 19119

     

    All checks must be recieved by Feb. 8, 2026

     

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    • LYDF Hold Harmless Release

      In consideration of being provided the opportunity to participate in the Lehigh Valley Youth Dance Fest at DeSales University, in a dance festival directed by Melissa Chisena, I , {name3} ,    voluntarily agree to assume any and all risks which might be associated with this activity and I further agree to release, indemnify and hold harmless DeSales University, its officers, committee members, directors and agents and Melissa Chisena / Youth Dance Fest,  from and against any claim which I or any other person representing me may have for any losses, damages or injuries arising out of or in connection with this activity including but not limited to any claim arising from my travel to or from the facility.

      I have read and I understand the above release. I voluntarily agree to be legally bound by its terms. 

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    • Informed Consent, Assumption of Risk and Release of Liability Form

      Informed Consent/Release Voluntary Program or Trip

       

      IMPORTANT – READ ENTIRE FORM BEFORE SIGNING

       Youth Dance Fest and its trustees, officers, employees, volunteers, students, and participating organizations, agents and assigns are collectively referred to herein as “YDF”.

      I understand that this Program is completely voluntary, and I freely choose to participate in this Program. I understand that Program activities will include, but are not limited to (see additional space on last page): Physical movement associated with a dance class. See 2nd page.

      I understand that participation in the Program exposes me to risks, including, but not limited to (see additional space on last page): Muscle soreness, minor bruises, cuts, etc.  

      CONSENT TO PARTICIPATE

      I recognize that there are both foreseeable and unforeseeable risks of injury or death that may occur as a result of my participation in the Program that cannot be specifically listed. I acknowledge that I am responsible for making sure that my health is adequate to participate in the activities involved in the Program.

      I agree that participating in any activity is an acceptance of some risk of injury. I agree that my safety is primarily dependent upon my taking proper care of myself. I understand that it is my responsibility to know what I will need for the Program and to provide what I will need. I agree that I must have my own health insurance and that I am responsible for the cost of any medical treatment required during the Program. I agree to fully comply with applicable laws, policies, rules, regulations, and any supervisor’s instructions or posted warnings regarding participation in this Program. I agree to stop and seek assistance if I do not believe I can safely participate or continue in any activity. I agree to wear or use proper protection or gear as dictated by the activity. I will not wear or use or do any thing that would pose a hazard to myself or others, including using or ingesting any substance which could pose a hazard to me or others. I agree that if I do not act in accordance with this agreement I may not be permitted to continue to participate in the Program.

      I understand that YDF is not an agent of, and has no responsibility for, any third party including without limitation any entity which may provide any services including food, lodging, travel, or any equipment associated with the Program.

      Despite precautions, accidents and injuries can occur. I understand that travel and other activities connected with the Program may be potentially dangerous and that I may be injured and/or lose or damage personal property, or suffer financial loss, as a result of participation in the Program. Therefore, for myself, I ASSUME ALL RISKS RELATED TO THE ACTIVITIES, including, but not limited to:

      􀂃 Death, injury or illness from accidents of any nature whatsoever, including but not limited to bodily injury of any nature whether severe or not which may occur as a result of or arising from: participating in an activity or contact with persons or physical surroundings, including animals, insects or plants; travel by air, car, bus, subway or any other means; illness including food poisoning arising from the provision of food or beverage by restaurants or other service providers.

      􀂃 Loss or injury as a result of a crime or criminal act, terrorism, war, civil unrest, riot, detention by a foreign government, arrest or other act of any government or authority including, without limitation, any loss resulting from the cancellation or delay of the Program.

      􀂃 Exposure to chemicals, hazardous materials or other potentially harmful substances or animals in research facilities or laboratories.

      􀂃 Theft or loss of my personal property during the Program.

      􀂃 Loss or injury as a result of natural disaster or other disturbances.

      I further acknowledge that the above list is not inclusive of all possible risks associated with the Program and that I am aware of the risks involved whether described or not. I further understand that participating in the Program is an acceptance of risk of injury, death or financial loss.

    • MEDICAL TREATMENT AUTHORIZATION

      I authorize and give my consent to YDF to act on my behalf, or on behalf of my child (who is under 18), in any medical emergency, including, if necessary, emergency medical treatment and admission to an accredited hospital or emergency care center. I understand and acknowledge that YDF does not provide health and accident insurance for the Program participants, and I agree to be financially responsible for any medical bills incurred as a result of medical treatment rendered to me (or to my child). 

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    • PHOTO RELEASE

      I grant permission for me/my child to be photographed and/or recorded on audio tape, video tape or film, while participating in the Program, for promotional and educational purposes of Youth Dance Fest.

    • RELEASE OF LIABILITY

      In consideration of YDF providing me the opportunity to participate in this Program, I voluntarily remise, release and forever discharge YDF, its affiliated entities, successors, assigns, trustees, officers, students, employees and agents from any and all personal injuries, damages, losses, claims, causes of action, or lawsuits of any kind (a “Loss”) whatsoever arising out of or in any way relating to my participation in the Program, including, without limitation, a Loss resulting in whole or in part from the negligence of YDF or its affiliated entities, trustees, officers, agents, faculty, staff or students. My signature below indicates that I have read, understood, and freely signed this document. I understand that I have given up important rights by signing this document. This document is made in sole consideration of YDF supporting my participation in the Program and my use of facilities, equipment, or services associated with the Program. This document shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and I consent to the jurisdiction of said state.

      (If participant is under 18 years of age, a parent or legal guardian MUST sign this document - see below)

       

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    • PARENTAL CONSENT (must be signed if Participant is under 18 years of age)

      I am the parent or legal guardian of the individual identified at the beginning of this document who will participate in the Program. I acknowledge that my child is attending the Program voluntarily with my permission and that I have read, understand and accept the rules and standard(s) of conduct for the Program. I have reviewed the information provided relating to potential risks involved in the activities and Program. By my signature below, I assume all risks on behalf of my child related to the activities and the Program. I have had an opportunityto ask questions about this document. I understand that I have given up important rights for myself and for my child by signing it. This document is made in sole consideration of YDF providing the opportunity for my child to participate in the Program and my child’s use of facilities, equipment or services associated with the Program.

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