Thank you for choosing to learn singing with me! Iโ€™m excited to be part of your musical journey. To ensure we have a great working relationship, Iโ€™ve outlined my studio policies below. Please take a moment to read through them before booking your lesson. By making a booking, you agree to the following terms.

Monika Welch Vocal Coaching - Studio Policy

Lesson structure & COMMITMENT

I donโ€™t believe in tying students to long-term contractsโ€”I want you to feel comfortable and confident in your learning experience. Thatโ€™s why I encourage all new students to book just one lesson to start with, giving you the chance to see if weโ€™re the right fit.

However, for students who wish to continue, I ask that lessons be booked in regular blocksโ€”either once a week or once every two weeks, for at least one month. This structure ensures:

  • Steady progress
  • A dedicated lesson slot reserved just for you
  • A consistent learning experience without long gaps between sessions

I want to provide all my students with the best possible learning environment, and regular lessons help create momentum and results. If you have any questions or specific scheduling needs, Iโ€™m happy to discuss options!

Lesson Fees & Payment

  • Lesson fees are ยฃ25 per half-hour session and can be paid via bank transfer or cash.
  • If paying by bank transfer, please ensure the payment is received at least 24 hours before your lesson.
  • Lessons that have not been paid for may be refused, and repeated late payments could result in lessons being discontinued.

Lesson cancellations & rescheduling

  • Cancellations within 24 hours of the lesson will be charged in full, with no option to reschedule.
  • Cancellations or reschedules made with at least 24 hoursโ€™ noticewill not be charged.
  • You may reschedule each lesson up to two times within a six-month periodโ€”after that, the lesson is forfeited.
  • If I need to reschedule, I will notify you as soon as possible and offer alternative time slots.

Gift vouchers

  • Gift vouchers must be paid in full upfront and are non-refundable.
  • Partial refunds for unused lessons on a gift voucher are not available.
  • All lessons purchased through a voucher must be used within 12 months of purchase.

Student’s RESPONSIBILITIES

To get the most out of your lessons, I kindly ask that students:

  • Arrive on timeโ€”lessons cannot be extended to make up for lateness.
  • Incorporate regular practice into their weekly schedule.

Attendance & Lesson Expiry

  • If you miss your lesson slot entirely, it will be forfeited and cannot be refunded or rescheduled.
  • All lessons (including block bookings) expire within six months of the initial payment.

Ending lessons

If you decide to stop lessons, I kindly ask for at least two weeks’notice.

Health & Wellbeing

As a singer, maintaining good vocal health is essential for both me and my students. For this reason:

  • If you are contagiously ill, please let me know at least 24 hours in advance so we can reschedule.
  • I reserve the right to refuse lessons to students who arrive unwell to protect myself and others.

I truly appreciate your cooperation and look forward to helping you develop your voice! If you have any questions, feel free to ask.