Terms and Conditions

Last updated: April 9, 2026

1. Organizer Identification

The Vaganova Summer Intensive Mexico 2026 (hereinafter "the Course") is organized by Vaganova Ballet Courses, operated by Murat Ushanov, based in Mexico City, Mexico.

  • Email: vaganovaballetcourses@gmail.com
  • WhatsApp: +52 55 1432 9473
  • Website: ushanov.com

2. Service Description

The Vaganova Summer Intensive Mexico 2026 is an intensive classical ballet training course with Vaganova methodology, with the following characteristics:

  • Dates: July 27 to August 8, 2026
  • Duration: 2 weeks, Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Location: Dance Center, Mexico City
  • Age: 10 to 22 years, divided into 3 groups (G1–G3)
  • Teachers: professors from the Vaganova Ballet Academy of Saint Petersburg, Russia
  • Languages: Russian (with translation), Spanish and English

3. Audition and Admission

Participation in the Course requires passing a mandatory audition. The online audition is free and consists of submitting a video with the exercises required for the participant's age group. The audition result (acceptance or non-acceptance) is a final and unappealable decision of the teaching staff. Audition approval does not guarantee a spot in the Course until the corresponding payment is made.

4. Cost and Payment Methods

The cost of the Course is $35,000.00 MXN (thirty-five thousand Mexican pesos), equivalent to approximately $1,930 USD. The cost includes all classes during the two weeks of the program and a certificate of participation.

Accepted payment methods:

  • Bank transfer (no commission)
  • Cash payment
  • Online card payment via Stripe

Payment is made in a single payment. The spot in the Course is confirmed only upon payment.

5. Cancellation and Refund Policy

  • Cancellation 60+ days in advance (before May 28, 2026): 100% refund of the amount paid, minus an administrative fee of $2,000 MXN for spot reservation.
  • Cancellation between 30 and 59 days (May 29 to June 26, 2026): 50% refund of the amount paid.
  • Cancellation less than 30 days (from June 27, 2026): no refund will be made, except in duly proven cases of force majeure (serious illness with medical certificate, death of a direct family member).
  • Once the Course has started: no refund will be made for partial absences or withdrawal.
  • Cancellation by the organizer: if Vaganova Ballet Courses cancels the Course due to force majeure, a 100% refund of the amount paid will be made.

All cancellation requests must be sent in writing to vaganovaballetcourses@gmail.com. The date of the request will determine the refund amount.

6. Liability and Release

Classical dance involves inherent risks of injury. The participant (or their parent/legal guardian in the case of minors) acknowledges these risks and declares to be in adequate physical condition to participate. Vaganova Ballet Courses, Murat Ushanov, the teaching staff and the venue are released from all liability for injuries, accidents or physical damage occurring during the Course. The participant must report in writing any pre-existing medical conditions before the Course begins.

7. Image Rights

By enrolling in the Course, the participant authorizes Vaganova Ballet Courses to capture photographs and videos during the classes and activities of the intensive, and their publication for promotional, educational and outreach purposes on social media, website and any other medium, without right to any compensation. In the case of minors, this authorization must be given by the parent or legal guardian.

8. Code of Conduct and Dress Code

Participants agree to follow the teaching staff's instructions and venue rules. The dress code is:

  • Women: leotard, skirt, tights, soft ballet slippers, pointe shoes, character shoes, white tutu, character skirt and fan
  • Men: fitted shirt, tights, soft ballet slippers and character shoes

Repeated failure to comply with the code of conduct may result in the participant's expulsion without the right to a refund.

9. Applicable Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the current legislation of the United Mexican States, including the Federal Consumer Protection Law and the Federal Law on the Protection of Personal Data Held by Private Parties. For any dispute, the parties submit to the jurisdiction of the competent courts of Mexico City and the conciliation procedures of the Federal Consumer Protection Agency (PROFECO).

10. Contact

For any questions about these terms: