REGULATIONS

SMOLNA ACADEMY REGULATIONS

§1. General Provisions

  1. These regulations (hereinafter: the “Regulations”) set out the rules for participation in courses organized by Smolna Academy – DJ School (hereinafter: the “School”).
  2. Enrollment in the course constitutes full acceptance of these Regulations. Each participant (hereinafter: the “Student”) agrees to abide by them throughout the course duration.
  3. The courses are organized by Smolna Club, located at ul. Smolna 38, Warsaw.

§2. Course Participation Rules

2.1. Individual Learning Pace and Independent Work

  1. The educational process takes into account the varying skill levels of the Students.
  2. The School provides instruction on how to operate DJ equipment (including mixers and CDJs).
  3. Progress depends on independent work outside of class. Regular self-practice is essential for assimilating the material.
  4. Students may attend additional paid remedial classes if they need to catch up.
  5. Instructors may assign extra exercises to be done at home and, in justified cases, propose moving a Student to a group more suited to their level.

2.2. Attendance and Withdrawal

  1. Attendance is mandatory. Absence means the Student forfeits the lesson without the right to a free make-up class.
  2. Missed classes can only be made up through paid individual lessons.
  3. Unexcused absence (without prior notice) will be treated as attended.
  4. Full payment for the course constitutes a declaration of participation. After payment, refunds or withdrawals are not permitted, unless previously agreed with School administration.
  5. In exceptional cases (e.g. force majeure), the School may offer to transfer the fee to a future course instead of issuing a refund. The final decision lies with the administration.

§3. Course Organization and Educational Materials

3.1. Curriculum

  1. The School provides a training program covering all key aspects of DJing, including equipment operation and mixing techniques.
  2. The program may be flexibly adapted to the group’s needs, but all elements listed in the schedule must be completed.

3.2. Learning Materials

  1. Each Student receives access to educational materials complementing the practical part of the course.
  2. Students are required to use these materials and complete assigned exercises to consolidate their knowledge and skills.

§4. Equipment and Responsibility

4.1. Provided Equipment

  1. Students have access to professional DJ equipment, including CDJ-3000 players, DJM-A9 mixer, and a free version of Rekordbox software.

4.2. Responsibility for Equipment

  1. Students are obliged to use the equipment properly and follow safety guidelines.
  2. In the event of damage caused by a Student, they bear full financial responsibility for repair or replacement.
  3. The School is not responsible for personal belongings left by Students at the venue.

§5. Progress Evaluation and Final Exam

5.1. Evaluation

  1. Student progress is assessed based on activity during classes, engagement, development of practical skills, and consistency in independent work.
  2. A final evaluation is presented after course completion.

5.2. Final Exam

  1. The course concludes with a practical exam, involving a performance in front of a jury or an audience.
  2. Passing the exam is required to receive a course completion certificate.

§6. Financial Provisions

6.1. Fees
Students are required to make timely payments according to the agreed schedule.
Failure to pay on time will result in suspension from classes until dues are settled.
In case of serious arrears, the School reserves the right to remove the Student from the course.

6.2. Withdrawal
Withdrawing from the course does not entitle the Student to a refund for unused classes, unless previously agreed.

6.3. Deposit
Reserving a course spot requires a deposit, which is non-refundable.
Therefore, please consider your decision carefully before booking and making the payment.

§7. Safety and Ethics

7.1. Safety

  1. Students must follow all safety rules when operating equipment.
  2. In case of violations, the School has the right to intervene and request compensation for any damages.

7.2. Ethical Guidelines

  1. The School promotes a culture of mutual respect, professionalism, and cooperation.
  2. Any display of aggression, disrespect, or violation of community standards may result in immediate removal from the course without a refund.

§8. Image and Certification

  1. Upon passing the final exam, Students receive a personalized certificate of completion.
  2. By enrolling, the Student agrees to the free use of their image in promotional materials of Smolna Academy (e.g. photos, class recordings, social media content).

§9. Final Provisions

  1. The School reserves the right to amend these Regulations. Students will be informed of any changes in advance.
  2. By enrolling in the course, the Student consents to the processing of their personal data by the School for organizational, contact, and course-related purposes – in accordance with applicable law, including GDPR.
  3. All disputes will be resolved amicably, and in case of disagreement, by the court having jurisdiction over the Organizer’s registered office.

Thank you for reading the regulations.
Smolna Academy