TERMS & CONDITIONS / TERMS OF USE

Last Updated: November 16, 2025

1. AGREEMENT TO TERMS

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you, whether personally or on behalf of an entity (“you”), and The MusicSquared Foundation, Inc., doing business as The New York Performing Arts Academy (“The NYPAA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), concerning your access to and use of www.thenypaa.org and any related media channels, mobile websites, applications, or services (collectively, the “Site”).

The Site provides an online marketplace for performing arts classes, workshops, seminars, conventions, intensives, and related products and services (“Marketplace Offerings”). By accessing or using the Site or Marketplace Offerings, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.
If you do not agree with these Terms, you must discontinue use of the Site immediately.

Additional terms, policies, and documents may be posted on the Site or otherwise communicated from time to time, and are hereby incorporated by reference. We may revise these Terms at any time. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent version. Continued use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of revised Terms.

The Site is not intended for use in any jurisdiction where such use would violate local laws or subject us to additional regulatory requirements. Users who access the Site from outside the United States do so at their own risk and are responsible for compliance with applicable laws.

The Site is intended for users 13 years of age or older. Minors must have parental or guardian supervision and consent to use the Site.

2. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

Unless otherwise indicated, all content on the Site—including source code, databases, functionality, design, text, images, photographs, graphics, audio, video, and trademarks or service marks (collectively, the “Content” and “Marks”)—is owned or controlled by us or licensed to us, and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

The Content and Marks are provided “AS IS” for personal, non-commercial use only. Except as expressly permitted, no content may be copied, reproduced, republished, uploaded, posted, publicly displayed, translated, transmitted, sold, licensed, or otherwise exploited without our prior written permission.

You are granted a limited license to access the Site and download or print portions of the Content for your personal, non-commercial use only. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

3. USER REPRESENTATIONS

By using the Site or Marketplace Offerings, you represent and warrant that:

  1. All information submitted is true, accurate, current, and complete.

  2. You will maintain the accuracy of such information.

  3. You have legal capacity and agree to comply with these Terms.

  4. You are at least 13 years old.

  5. You are not a minor, or if you are a minor, you have parental permission.

  6. You will not access the Site by automated or non-human means (bot, script, scraper, etc.).

  7. You will not use the Site for illegal or unauthorized purposes.

  8. Your use will not violate any applicable law or regulation.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if any information is inaccurate or if you violate these Terms.

4. PURCHASES AND PAYMENT

We accept the following forms of payment:

  • Visa

  • Mastercard

  • American Express

  • Discover

You agree to provide accurate payment and account information and to update such information as needed so we may process transactions. Sales tax may apply. All payments must be made in U.S. dollars.

We reserve the right to refuse, limit, or cancel orders at our discretion, including those that appear to be placed by dealers, resellers, or distributors.

Chargeback Policy & Liquidated Damages

By completing a purchase, you acknowledge and agree to our non-refundable policy. If you initiate a chargeback for a valid transaction, we reserve the right to dispute it.

Regardless of the dispute outcome, you agree to pay liquidated damages of $225.00 to cover administrative, legal, and processing costs associated with handling the chargeback. This amount represents a reasonable pre-estimate of actual costs and is not a penalty.

You agree to attempt to resolve all billing concerns directly with us before initiating a chargeback.

5. REFUNDS POLICY

Refunds are governed by our Return Policy, available on the Site. Please review this policy before completing any purchase.

6. MESSAGING TERMS & CONDITIONS (SMS / TEXT COMMUNICATIONS)

By providing your phone number and opting in, you consent to receive informational text messages from The NYPAA. These communications may include appointment reminders, enrollment updates, class notifications, account alerts, and other service-related messages.

  • Message frequency varies.

  • Message and data rates may apply.

  • To request help, reply HELP or email support@thenypaa.org.

  • To stop receiving messages, reply STOP. After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS communications unless you opt in again.

By continuing to use the Site, enrolling in programs, or submitting your phone number, you acknowledge and agree to these Messaging Terms.

7. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

You may not access or use the Site for any purpose other than that for which we make it available. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:

  • Unauthorized copying or distribution of Content

  • Using automated systems to access the Site

  • Interfering with security features

  • Attempting to harm, disrupt, or circumvent the Site’s infrastructure

  • Misusing the Site or Marketplace Offerings in violation of applicable laws

8. MODIFICATIONS AND INTERRUPTIONS

We reserve the right to modify, remove, or discontinue any part of the Site or Marketplace Offerings at any time without notice. We are not liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation.

We cannot guarantee the Site will be available at all times. Interruptions may occur due to maintenance, technical issues, or factors beyond our control.

9. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

10. CONTACT US

If you have questions about these Terms or the Site, contact us at:

The New York Performing Arts Academy
Email: support@thenypaa.org
Website: www.thenypaa.org