David Babich Studio Acting Class Subscription Terms
revised April 14th, 2025
Subscription Definitions and Rules
When you join the acting class at David Babich Studio, you sign up for a monthly subscription.
Your subscription begins on the date of your signup and continues for one month from that date. For example, if you sign up on June sixteenth, your subscription will cover classes from June sixteenth to July fifteenth, and your next payment will be due on July sixteenth.
Each subscription month will generally include either four or five classes, depending on the calendar. Regardless of the number of classes you attend in a month, the subscription fee remains the same.
We encourage students to sign up at least three days before their first class to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
Commitment
Although not required, we encourage at least a 6-month devotion to your craft. If you are just starting as an actor, we recommend putting your sights on 1-2 years of regular training. Beyond that, the most serious actors will re-visit various techniques and approaches throughout their entire careers, often through multiple methods and approaches.
No Refund Policy
All subscription payments are final. David Babich Studio does not offer refunds, pro-rated or otherwise, for missed classes, schedule changes, or cancellations initiated by the student. Your subscription guarantees your spot in class for the subscription period, regardless of attendance. If you need to cancel your subscription, you may do so before your next billing cycle to avoid future charges.
Subscription Cancellation Guidelines
If you need to cancel your subscription, please do so through your account on our website before your next charge date. As a courtesy, please notify the studio via email at studio@davidbabich.com at least seven days prior to the end of your current subscription period. This allows us to adjust class planning accordingly.
Please note that canceling your subscription does not entitle you to a refund for any unused classes during the current subscription period.
You are also welcome to re-join at any time. Please note that if re-joining, the rates may have increased since your last membership.
Resources
As a valued member of the acting class at David Babich Studio, you'll have access to additional resources designed to enhance your experience. These include weekly motivational and inspirational video content, as well as a curated reading list to support your growth as an actor. These resources are provided to enrich your journey but are offered as additional perks without any monetary value. If, for some reason, a resource is not delivered on time, there will be no compensation or partial refund available.
Attendance and Participation
Regular attendance is encouraged to make the most out of the acting class experience at David Babich Studio. We understand that life happens, so if you're unable to attend a class, please notify us in advance when possible.
Make-up Sessions
We understand that you may occasionally miss a class due to unforeseen circumstances. To help you stay on track, we offer a maximum of one 30-minute private Zoom make-up session per monthly subscription period for QUALIFYING ABSENCES.
QUALIFYING ABSENCES: Entertainment-Industry-related Work or Real-Time Audition (not Self Tape or Preparation), Illness, or Mental Health Crisis.
Examples of NON-QUALIFYING ABSENCES include: Other plans, travel, friends in town, concert tickets, not feeling like going to class, bad weather, too much traffic etc…
Makeups are not provided for non-qualifying absences.
The make-up session allows you to cover material missed and receive personalized guidance from the instructor. It is the student's responsibility to schedule and attend the make-up session before the end of the payment cycle. If a session is scheduled but the student does not attend, the make-up session cannot be carried over to the next month. This also applies if the student does not schedule their make-up during the current subscription month.
Class Conduct
To ensure a positive and respectful learning environment, students are expected to conduct themselves professionally during class. This includes respecting classmates, following the instructor's guidance, and maintaining a supportive atmosphere. Students should not give direction and pointers to other students unless an open group discussion is invited by the instructor. Any physical contact during exercises or scene work should only occur with mutual consent and as directed by the instructor or choreographer. This helps create a safe and comfortable space for everyone.
Class Format Changes
In certain situations, such as teacher sickness, travel, or other unforeseen events, a class may be switched to a Zoom format on that night. This ensures that classes can continue uninterrupted, even when in-person sessions are not possible. Students will be notified in advance if a class will take place on Zoom instead of in person.
Substitute Teachers or Canceled Class
In the event that David Perez Babich is unavailable, a substitute teacher may conduct the class. This ensures that classes continue as scheduled and students receive the full benefit of their subscription. The substitute teacher will follow the same curriculum and maintain the same class standards.
If a class is outright canceled by the studio, the student will be offered either a pro-rated refund for that class, or admission to another class that week. The student will be able to choose how they would like to be compensated for the missed class.
Acknowledgment
By enrolling in the acting class at David Babich Studio, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms outlined in this document. Your subscription enrollment serves as your agreement to abide by these terms.