Last updated: February 3, 2026
Welcome to NLJC Northern Virginia. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website, registration for our programs, and participation in our cotillion classes and events. By registering a student or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Please read these Terms carefully before registering. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you may not use our services.
NLJC Northern Virginia is a chapter of the National League of Junior Cotillions, providing social etiquette education, dance instruction, and character development programs for students in grades 4-12. Our programs typically consist of monthly classes held at local country club venues during the school year (September through May).
Programs include instruction in:
Students must be enrolled in the appropriate grade level for their selected program. Registration must be completed by a parent or legal guardian who is at least 18 years of age.
Registration is completed online through our website. By submitting a registration, you:
Classes have limited capacity to ensure quality instruction. Registration is processed on a first-come, first-served basis. If a class is full, you may be placed on a waitlist and notified if a spot becomes available.
Tuition fees are posted on our website and may vary by program and location. Fees cover instruction, venue rental, refreshments, and program materials. Tuition does not include appropriate attire, which is the responsibility of the family.
Payments not received by the due date may result in suspension of the student's participation until the account is brought current. Accounts more than 30 days past due may be subject to collection efforts.
If you need to withdraw your student from the program, refunds are calculated as follows:
To request a withdrawal, please contact us in writing at info@nljcnova.com. Refunds will be processed within 14 business days.
In the rare event that we must cancel a class or program due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a full refund or the option to transfer to another available class.
Tuition is not prorated for missed classes. If a student misses a class, they may attend a makeup class at another location during the same season, subject to availability. Please contact us to arrange makeup classes.
Students are expected to dress appropriately for all classes and events. Specific dress code requirements will be communicated prior to the start of the season and may include:
Our program emphasizes respect, kindness, and positive social interaction. Students are expected to:
We reserve the right to dismiss any student whose behavior consistently disrupts the class or is disrespectful to others. In such cases, a partial refund may be issued at our discretion.
Parents must disclose any medical conditions, allergies (including food allergies), or special needs that may affect their student's participation. This information helps us ensure student safety and accommodate individual needs.
Students who are ill should not attend class. If a student becomes ill during class, we will contact the parent/guardian immediately for pickup. Please keep emergency contact information current.
Parents must provide current emergency contact information. At least one parent/guardian must be reachable by phone during class times.
By registering your student, you grant NLJC Northern Virginia permission to photograph and/or video record students during classes and events. These images may be used for:
If you do not wish your student to be photographed, please notify us in writing at the time of registration. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
Participation in cotillion activities involves physical activity including dancing. By registering, you acknowledge that participation involves inherent risks, including the risk of physical injury, and you voluntarily assume these risks.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, NLJC Northern Virginia, its directors, instructors, and staff shall not be liable for any injuries, damages, or losses arising from participation in our programs, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless NLJC Northern Virginia from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your student's participation in our programs or your breach of these Terms.
By providing your contact information, you agree to receive communications from us regarding:
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All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of NLJC Northern Virginia or the National League of Junior Cotillions and is protected by copyright and trademark laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or posted on our website. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of Fairfax County, Virginia.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: