Policies
1. Cancellation:
You can cancel any lesson for any reason (illness, vacation, school events, etc.) up to 24 hours in advance at no charge. Cancellations inside 24 hours will be charged for the lesson including sudden illness or other unavoidable circumstances. I know that can feel strict, but once I start making exceptions, they tend to get overused, and I end up losing time and money.
2. Payments:
Payment is due at the start of each month for that month's lessons, at the rate agreed on enrollment. Checks can be made out to me. I also accept cash, Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal, as long as there's no transaction fee. Any excused absences from the prior month will be credited toward the new bill.
3. Expectations:
I expect students to practice what's assigned. I'll never give them material beyond their ability. It may take some work, but they'll always be able to accomplish it. Lack of practice is one of the top reasons I'll end lessons with a student.
4. Commitment
I expect a real commitment from my students: showing up on time and continuing lessons year-round. Breaks set students back and waste both time and money. I often have multiple students competing for the same time slot, which means I have to turn people away.