Welcome to Belgium DJ School. Please read these Terms of Service (collectively with Privacy Policy and the "Terms of Service") fully and carefully before using our platform and the related content and applications (the "Service(s)") offered by XYO. ("XYO", "we", "us" or "our") or others via the Services. These Terms of Service set forth the legally binding terms and conditions for your use of the Services.
The Company: XYO, operating under the business name The Belgium DJ School, with company number 0748.753.094, located at Heidebloemstraat 10, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium, and email address [email protected] .
The DJ Participant-Consumer: any DJ participant, a natural person who usually resides in Belgium and acts primarily for private purposes. The Company has a B2C relationship with this DJ participant.
The DJ Participant-Company: any DJ participant who independently engages in professional activity, any DJ participant as a legal entity, or any other DJ participant as an organization without legal personality. The Company has a B2B relationship with this DJ participant. When purchasing the Master DJ course package, the DJ participant is considered to be in the role of a DJ Participant-Company.
The DJ Participant: both the DJ Participant-Consumer and the DJ Participant-Company.
These general terms and conditions apply to all legal relationships (including offers, quotations, order forms, and agreements) between the Company and the DJ participant.
Acceptance of the offer (either explicitly or implicitly through payment) implies acceptance of these general terms and conditions.
Provisions or conditions that deviate from, amend, or supplement these terms are only binding on the Company if the Company expressly and in writing agrees to these provisions.
If the offer and acceptance refer to different general terms and conditions, the contract is nonetheless established. Both sets of terms and conditions form part of the contract, except for incompatible provisions, unless the Company expressly and in writing agrees to these incompatible provisions.
The nullity of a provision or part of a provision under these terms shall in no way affect the validity of the remaining part of the provision or the remaining provisions and clauses.
Quotations are entirely non-binding unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Unless explicitly stated otherwise in quotations, offers, and promotions (including those via social media), these are valid for a maximum of thirty (30) days.
A quotation does not oblige the Company to partially execute the offer described therein.
An order, including one recorded by agents or representatives of the Enterprise, is only binding if it is expressly and in writing accepted by the Enterprise.
The prices applicable to the services are those listed on the website at the time of booking or stated in a quotation. Prices are determined per trial lesson or course series, expressed in euros, and include VAT.
The Company expressly reserves the right to unilaterally adjust the price of its services if, after entering into this agreement, one or more objective factors affecting pricing change due to foreseeable or unforeseeable circumstances. These may include, but are not limited to: changes in the costs of raw materials, supplier services, energy, taxes and levies imposed by domestic or foreign governments, and labor costs.
The Company will notify the DJ student of the new price at least fifteen (15) days before it takes effect via a written registered letter. If the DJ student does not accept the new price, they may terminate the agreement in writing via registered letter without providing any reasons. If the Company does not receive notice of termination before the effective date of the new price, the DJ student is deemed to have accepted the new pricing.
Services must be utilized within a period of six (6) months. If this period expires, the right to any remaining services is forfeited.
The Company will only provide services once full payment has been received in proper order.
All courses, workshops, training sessions, or educational programs are subject to sufficient enrollments.
Belgium DJ School reserves the right to change the location if necessary.
The Company undertakes a best-efforts obligation and is not liable for damages, whether directly or indirectly caused by the services provided, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.
Under no circumstances shall the Company be held liable for indirect damages such as, but not limited to, loss of income, loss of contracts, capital costs, reduced profitability, or any other consequential damages to either the DJ student or third parties.
The Company's liability is in any case limited to the invoice value of the services provided.
The DJ student cannot claim damages for non-performance in cases of force majeure.
Force majeure refers to any event beyond human control, including but not limited to illness, death, extreme and unforeseen weather conditions, or natural phenomena.
For the cancellation of ongoing subscriptions, we recommend a notice period of one (1) month must be observed, starting from the first day of the following month. Its possible to cancel the subscription at any time in our billing dashboard.
The DJ student must ensure that the services provided by the Company can be delivered in a normal manner at the agreed place and time. This includes being present at least ten (10) minutes prior to the start of the lesson. Failure to comply with this obligation requires the DJ student to compensate all damages, including waiting time, storage costs, and studio rental fees, incurred by the Company. Lesson times are booked for one hour and cannot be extended. In case of late arrival, no refund of (part of) the amount will be made.
The DJ student must wear clothing that can be soiled or damaged. The Company cannot be held liable for soiling or damage to personal belongings, including clothing.
The DJ student is responsible for purchasing their own music and must obtain a UNISONO DJ license prior to the start of lessons or performances. The Company does not reimburse the cost of this license and cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these obligations. The Company will not reimburse fines, determination costs, or travel expenses related to inspections for such licenses.
The DJ student is prohibited from consuming alcohol or other intoxicating substances. The Company is not liable for damages the DJ student incurs as a result of alcohol or drug use, nor for damages caused or suffered by the DJ student under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
The DJ student is liable for any damage caused by their actions to lesson materials or third parties and shall indemnify the Company for such damages.
The DJ student must inspect the provided services immediately upon delivery.
Any invoice is deemed accepted unless protested by registered mail within seven (7) days.
These terms and conditions are governed by Belgian law.
Any disputes regarding the application of these terms and conditions or the execution of the service will fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Limburg district, without prejudice to the provisions of Article 624 of the Belgian Judicial Code.
For cancellations made between 30 and 14 days before the start date, 50% of the participation fee will be charged. For cancellations made within 14 days before the start date, 100% of the participation fee will be charged. No refunds will be issued for no-shows during the workshop.
The participation confirmation is transferable. If the DJ-course participant cannot attend, they may transfer their spot to a substitute participant, provided prior notification and approval are given by the Company.
In exceptional circumstances, the DJ-course participant may cancel the booking up to forty-eight (48) hours before the lesson by providing written notice (via email) of the relevant circumstances to the Company. Exceptional circumstances include, but are not limited to, the death of a close relative or cases of force majeure. In case of cancellation, the lesson will be rescheduled, and a flat fee of thirty (30) EUR will be charged for administrative costs.
The Company reserves the right to replace an instructor or guest instructor in case of illness or to cancel the scheduled workshop or course.
The workshop will only take place if the minimum number of participants specified in the course/workshop description is met. If the number of participants is below or exceeds the specified number, the Company may cancel the workshop.
If the Company cancels a workshop or course in accordance with Articles 9.4 or 9.5, the DJ-course participant’s registration will be rescheduled to a different date at no additional cost, in consultation with the participant.
Any failure to pay will render all outstanding invoices immediately due and payable. After formal notice, the Company reserves the right to suspend future services or terminate the agreement, without prejudice to claims for damages.
If either party fails to meet its contractual obligations, the other party has the right, after formal notice, to suspend its obligations or terminate the agreement without judicial intervention. This applies if no or inadequate action is taken within seven (7) business days following the notice, without prejudice to claims for damages.
Unless otherwise agreed, the full amount must be paid no later than fourteen (14) days before the delivery of the service or product. Payment can be made via bank transfer to the specified account number, Payconiq, iDEAL, credit card, bank contact, PayPal, or in cash.
In case of non-payment (or partial payment) of the invoice by a DJ-customer-Enterprise, the invoice amount will be increased by late payment interest in accordance with the Law of August 2, 2002, concerning payment delays in commercial transactions, and a flat-rate compensation of 10%, with a minimum of fifty (50) euros.
In case of non-payment (or partial payment) of the invoice by a DJ-customer-Consumer, the invoice amount will be increased by late payment interest in accordance with Article XIX.4, 1° of the Economic Code and a flat-rate compensation with a minimum of twenty (20) euros, in accordance with Article XIX.4, 2° of the Economic Code.
These interest and damages are automatically due, without the need for a notice of default, from the due date of the invoice for a DJ-customer-Enterprise. If payment is not made within the agreed payment period, a reminder procedure will be initiated. When a reminder is sent by the judicial officer, they will apply the rate of civil and commercial matters, as per the Royal Decree of 30.11.1976. This rate will be applied for the amicable phase, including, but not limited to: reminders, inquiries, file fees, clearance and collection fees, and for the potential judicial phase. All costs incurred are to be borne by the DJ-customer-Enterprise.
These interest and damages are due from the fifteenth day after the first reminder has been sent, which will be free of charge. Any collection and enforcement costs that arise after this first reminder will be borne by the defaulting DJ-customer-Consumer.
In case of non-payment (or partial payment) of the invoice by a DJ-customer-Enterprise, the invoice amount will be increased by late payment interest in accordance with the Law of August 2, 2002, concerning payment delays in commercial transactions, and a flat-rate compensation of 10%, with a minimum of fifty (50) euros.
In case of non-payment (or partial payment) of the invoice by a DJ-customer-Consumer, the invoice amount will be increased by late payment interest in accordance with Article XIX.4, 1° of the Economic Code and a flat-rate compensation with a minimum of twenty (20) euros, in accordance with Article XIX.4, 2° of the Economic Code.
These interest and damages are automatically due, without the need for a notice of default, from the due date of the invoice for a DJ-customer-Enterprise. If payment is not made within the agreed payment period, a reminder procedure will be initiated. When a reminder is sent by the judicial officer, they will apply the rate of civil and commercial matters, as per the Royal Decree of 30.11.1976. This rate will be applied for the amicable phase, including, but not limited to: reminders, inquiries, file fees, clearance and collection fees, and for the potential judicial phase. All costs incurred are to be borne by the DJ-customer-Enterprise.
These interest and damages are due from the fifteenth day after the first reminder has been sent, which will be free of charge. Any collection and enforcement costs that arise after this first reminder will be borne by the defaulting DJ-customer-Consumer.
The Company keeps the following personal data: first and last name, address, phone number, images, and email. This information is recorded in the data register and accounting system and will be deleted after ten (10) years.
The above-mentioned data (13.1) is considered confidential. It is stored and processed exclusively in the context of the relationship between the DJ-customer and the Company. The data may be shared with partners who assist in processing the transaction with the DJ-customer and with partners involved in legal obligations.
The DJ-customer explicitly consents to the Company using the above-mentioned data (13.1) for commercial purposes.
The DJ-customer gives the Company permission to publish images (photos and videos) on the Company's website and social media channels.
The DJ-customer can always review the personal data held by the Company. The DJ-customer may at any time request changes or deletion of this data, as far as possible, in accordance with the legal obligations regarding data retention.
For an indepth look at our privacy policy, please visit our privacy policy page.
The DJ-customer may not, under any circumstances, directly or indirectly use the materials, services, files, procedures, recordings, methodologies, etc., generated by the Company (or recorded during the course or workshop by the DJ-customer) and belonging to the Company's intellectual property rights for commercial or competitive purposes. The obtained materials may only be used for personal use and may not be shared with other DJ-customers.
The Company remains the sole owner of all intellectual property rights regarding the data, files, and documents transferred or made available in the context of providing services to the DJ-customer.