CIDA Community Center Program Policy

REGISTRATION

Participants must pre-pay using a credit card or check for registration. If you are using a check, please notify CIDA beforehand. Please visit CIDA Classes pages to see what classes you can register for.

REFUND

CIDA does not provide direct refunds for registered classes. Instead, we will fully credit you the fee if you notify us in writing with proper reasons if you plan to cancel. Please see ABSENCE & CANCELATION POLICY below for receiving credit for missed classes.

RESPECT

All members of CIDA Community Center are expected to be courteous and respectful. Inappropriate, disrespectful, threatening, racist or offensive behavior, interactions or emails may result in the immediate termination of membership and facilities access.

PROPERTY DAMAGE

All members are expected to reimburse for any damaged or stolen property owned by CIDA. Failure to comply may result in the immediate termination of membership and facilities access.

NOT FEELING WELL, STAY HOME

Fever, coughing, sore throat or headache? Please stay home if you are sick or have any symptoms of illness.

CELL PHONES

No personal cell phone usage during the sessions and in kitchen areas. No talking on your phone during classes or workshops unless you’re in a separate area.

SECURITY

All members should check in at the front desk. All guests must complete our registration process and show valid photo ID prior to enjoying the classes or events. It is strongly advised to not to bring valuables into the center. CIDA is not responsible for items lost or stolen from the Center premises. Check with the front staff person on duty regarding lost and found items.

ABSENCE & CANCELATION POLICY

A 48-hour absence notification is required for all classes as we usually prepare materials or ingredients for each client in advance. Please email cidacenterny@gmail.com directly for changes or call 718-224-8197 Ext 6 to notify us about your absence. If you notify us at least 48 hours before your registered class starts, we will credit you the fee for the missing session.

If a class is canceled or change due low enrollment, weather or an instructor's personal issue, we will notify you right away and credit you the fee for the canceled session.

INJURY & MEDICAL INSURANCE

Although CIDA offers general liability insurance required by the law, we do not offer personal accident insurance coverage for program participants. If a participant becomes injured as a result of an accident due to his or her own health issues, disability or risky behaviors, all costs associated with the injury, including medical costs, are the responsibility of the person or his or her parent/guardian. If you have private health insurance, some costs may also be covered by your provider. Any other costs must be covered by parents/guardians.