
TERMS & CONDITIONS
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private Tuition Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: July 2026
Introduction
Figoura Ltd offers private Greek dance tuition in addition to its regular group classes.
Private lessons are individually tailored to the needs of the client and may be arranged for:
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Individuals
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Couples
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Small Groups
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Large Groups
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Weddings
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Parties and Celebrations
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Corporate Events
By booking private tuition with Figoura Ltd, you agree to the terms and conditions set out below.
Client Responsibilities
Booking and Payment
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All private lessons must be arranged and confirmed in advance.
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Payment must be made either in advance or on the day of the lesson unless otherwise agreed.
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Payment may be made by bank transfer or other payment methods offered by Figoura Ltd.
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Where a booking involves multiple participants, the person making the booking is responsible for the full payment.
Studio Hire
Unless otherwise agreed:
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The client is responsible for arranging and paying for any studio or venue hire costs.
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Venue details should be provided to Figoura Ltd no later than two working days before the lesson.
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The client must ensure the venue is suitable, safe, and sufficiently spacious for the planned activity.
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Any damage caused to the venue during the lesson remains the responsibility of the client and/or venue hirer.
Cancellations and Rescheduling
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A minimum of three working days' notice is required to cancel or reschedule a lesson.
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Cancellations made with less than three working days' notice may incur a charge of up to 40% of the agreed lesson fee.
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Failure to attend a confirmed lesson ("no-show") will result in 100% of the lesson fee being charged.
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Private lesson fees and block bookings are non-refundable except where required by law or otherwise agreed by Figoura Ltd.
Late Arrival
Clients are expected to arrive on time.
Where a client arrives late:
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The lesson will finish at the originally agreed end time.
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Lost time cannot normally be recovered.
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Any extension of the session remains entirely at the instructor's discretion.
Home Tuition
Where private tuition is delivered in the client's home:
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Adequate space must be available for safe participation.
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Flooring should be suitable for dancing.
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The area should be free from hazards and obstructions.
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A power outlet may be required for music equipment.
Dances and Lesson Objectives
To ensure appropriate preparation, clients should advise Figoura Ltd in advance of:
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The dances they wish to learn
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Their experience level
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Any specific goals for the tuition
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Examples may include wedding preparation, performance preparation, social dancing, fitness, or general learning.
Health and Participation
The client is responsible for ensuring they are fit and able to participate in dance activities.
Clients should:
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Inform Figoura Ltd of any injury, illness, pregnancy, medical condition, or physical limitation that may affect participation.
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Seek advice from an appropriately qualified medical professional where necessary.
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Participate within their own capabilities at all times.
Dance is a physical activity, and participation involves an inherent risk of injury.
Conduct
All participants are expected to behave respectfully towards instructors and fellow participants.
Figoura Ltd reserves the right to terminate a lesson immediately in cases involving:
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Abusive behaviour
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Threatening conduct
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Harassment
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Unsafe behaviour
In such circumstances, no refund will be provided and the full lesson fee will remain payable.
Figoura Ltd Responsibilities
Instructor Cancellations
If Figoura Ltd is required to cancel a lesson due to illness, emergency, or circumstances beyond our reasonable control, we will:
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Offer an alternative date where possible; or
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Provide a refund of any tuition fees already paid.
Figoura Ltd cannot guarantee reimbursement of third-party venue costs, although reasonable efforts will be made to help clients minimise losses where possible.
Music and Teaching Materials
Figoura Ltd will provide music and teaching materials required for the lesson.
All music used during tuition is appropriately licensed where required.
Copyright laws prevent the unauthorised copying or distribution of music and teaching materials.
Photography and Videography
With prior agreement from the instructor:
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Clients may take photographs during tuition provided they do not disrupt the lesson.
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Video recording during tuition is not permitted unless expressly authorised.
Figoura Ltd may occasionally request permission to take photographs or video recordings for promotional purposes. Consent will always be sought beforehand.
Travel Costs
Lessons delivered outside Central London or requiring significant travel time or additional costs may incur an additional travel fee.
Any such costs will be discussed and agreed before the booking is confirmed.
Private Tuition Fees
Current private tuition fees are published on the Figoura website and may be updated from time to time.
A quotation will be provided before any booking is confirmed.
Intellectual Property
All teaching materials, branding, logos, course content, choreography notes, website content, photographs, and other intellectual property belonging to Figoura Ltd remain the property of Figoura Ltd unless otherwise stated.
No material may be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used without prior written permission.
Changes to These Terms
Figoura Ltd reserves the right to amend these Terms & Conditions from time to time.
The latest version will always be available upon request or published on the Figoura website where applicable.
Acceptance of Terms
By booking and/or paying for private tuition with Figoura Ltd, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms & Conditions.