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What is your cancellation policy?

Customers will receive a full refund with 48 hours notice of cancellation. No-shows and decreases in the number of students within the 48-hour cancellation period will be charged the full price.

Large group bookings of 9 or more may be informed of a 72-hour cancellation policy.

Rescheduling between 48 and 4 hours before your lesson will be subject to a rescheduling fee. Rescheduled lessons are no longer eligible for refunds once rescheduled.

Cancelations or reschedules are not allowed within 4-hours of the lesson start time.

You must contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about rescheduling.

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