General Terms and Conditions
Welcome to GC Team NZ / Clevedon ! By setting up your card details, you automatically agree to the following terms and conditions:
Definitions:
● GC Team NZ, we, our: GC TEAM ASSOCIATION NZ LIMITED
● You, Your: Refers to you, the member of GC Team.
● Contract: The contract between GC Team and you, under which you will be a member of GC Team.
● Rules: The rules governing the operation of the equipment, class schedule, behavior within GC Team, and any information specified in signage and paraphernalia.
● In consideration for permission to participate in any form in the classes, events, and/or activities of GC TEAM ASSOCIATION NZ LIMITED, I, the Participant
- Formation of the Contract:
a. A contract arises between us once the contract is signed and GC Team accepts the contract.
- Acceptance by GC Team of the Contract:
a. If there is any conflict between the terms of this contract and any verbal or telephone communication, the terms of this contract will prevail.
b. Our failure to enforce any rights at any time will not be considered a waiver of those rights.
c. We have five (5) business days after the formation of a contract to correct any calculation errors in the form and the contract.
- Rules and Code of Conduct:
a. You must comply with the academy's rules as outlined in signage and brochures.
b. The following behaviors will not be tolerated:
● Swearing, spitting, loud or disruptive behavior.
● Participating in training under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
● Misuse or mistreatment of training equipment.
c. Violating these rules may result in suspension or termination of the membership without a refund. Damages to equipment must be paid for by the member.
- Right of Membership:
a. As a member, you have the right to use the GC Team facilities only during the specified class hours and for the duration of your membership.
b. Membership is based on the right to attend classes and use the facilities, not on actual usage.
- Suspension of Membership:
a. In Clevedon, our school operates on a term basis, so once a term has started and been paid for, no on-hold periods are available. c. Any question must be made in writing to gcclevedon@gmail.com , with confirmation sent after receiption
- Right of admission:
- a. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone, including members.
b. Membership may be terminated without notice for behavior considered threatening, harassing or unsafe.
- Payment of Fees:
a. I understand that all memberships require a valid payment card to be linked to a membership account. I authorize automatic membership payments from my account and agree to manage and keep all payment accounts up to date.
b. Failure to pay by the due date will result in suspension of access to GC Team until payments are current.
c. Payments are always made at the beginning of each term, and can be made in person or via automatic debit from the registered card.
d. After five days of late payment, a fee of 5 NZD will be added to your payment.
- Late or missing account details:
a. Access will be suspended if any subscription payments are not received by the due date or if valid account/bank details are not provided.
- Cancellation/Termination:
a. I understand that if I wish to suspend or terminate my subscription, I must give at least 30 days' notice and submit my request in writing via email to gcclevedon@gmail.com.
b. If I will not be participating in the next term, I understand that I must give 30 days' notice.
- Rate increase:
a. We reserve the right to increase membership fees after the initial period.
b. Notice of any increase will be provided in writing at least one month in advance.
w. Members must accept the increase unless otherwise informed.
- Changes to operations, rules or agreements:
a. GC Team reserves the right to make changes to rules, membership conditions, opening times, facilities and services.
b. Members will be notified at least two weeks in advance of any changes via email, newsletters or gym notices.
- Change of details:
a. Members must keep us updated with any changes to address, email, telephone or direct debit details.
- Seminars and guest instructors:
a. GC Team may bring a guest instructors.
b. Any claims arising from the actions of guest instructors are the responsibility of the guest instructor, not GC Team.
- Permission for Use of Image:
a. I agree that GC TEAM ASSOCIATION NZ LIMITED may take photos and make video and audio material of members' classes and other events of GC TEAM ASSOCIATION NZ LIMITED, and these materials may be used for display, promotion, and/or advertising. I hereby waive any compensation I may be entitled to for appearing in such materials.
b. This includes photos, videos, and social media posts.
c. The images will not be used inappropriately.
- Late Payment Fee:
a. A late payment fee will be applied for overdue membership fees.
b. Details of the late payment fee can be found in the current fee schedule.
- Your Physical Condition:
a. You affirm that you are in good physical condition and capable of engaging in training activities without risk to your health.
b. If in doubt, it is recommended to consult a medical specialist before training.
c. Refrain from training if you have a contagious illness, disease, or any condition that poses a risk to others.
- Pregnancy Policy:
a. Members who suspect they are pregnant or become pregnant must notify GC Team NZ immediately.
b. A letter from a general practitioner may be required for continued training with any necessary restrictions.
- First Aid Consent:
a. In case of emergency, I authorize any licensed medical personnel or first Aid to perform any accepted medical procedures deemed necessary, and I agree to bear the cost of such treatment. If no licensed personnel are on-site, I agree that instructors or volunteers of GC Team NZ provide any necessary first aid treatment.
- Indemnification:
a. Members assume all risks associated with participating in GC Team activities.
b. GC Team NZ, its instructors, members, and volunteers are not responsible for any claims, losses, damages, or injuries.
- Membership Term 1:
a. Membership continues until terminated.
- Membership Term 2:a. I am aware that I should only do the number of sessions that I paid for in my, (my kids) membership, if I, (my kids) do more sessions than the membership allows during the week, I agree to be charged the extra class fee of 15 dollars directly from my account.
liability release
In consideration for permission to participate in any form in the classes, events, and/or activities of GC TEAM ASSOCIATION NZ LIMITED, I, the Participant
I understand, acknowledge and accept that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a contact sport and that my participation may result in serious injury, including permanent disability or even death, as well as significant social and economic losses.
I acknowledge and understand that such risk may be due to my own actions, but also to the actions, inaction or negligence of others, participation regulations or the conditions of the premises or any equipment used.
I recognize that there may be other risks not known to me or others, or not reasonably foreseeable at this time.
I will immediately inform an instructor if I believe something is unsafe or beyond my ability and refuse to participate.
On behalf of myself and my heirs, executors and administrators, I release GC TEAM ASSOCIATION NZ LIMITED, its directors, all instructors, staff and other students within the premises from any damages and liabilities of any kind (including any costs, whether or not subject to a court order) for any type of injury or loss suffered during the training, study, practice or application of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, including acts of negligence or gross negligence of the club, whether caused in whole or in part.
DECLARATION OF UNDERSTANDING
I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE WARNING, DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY, HEALTH ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK. I SUBSCRIBE VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCTION, WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE BEING MADE TO ME AND I INTEND MY SUBSCRIPTION TO BE A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY.
I CERTIFY AND WARRANT THAT ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THE ABOVE STATEMENTS IS TRUE AND ACCURATE.
Guardian consent is required if the applicant is under 18 years of age. Please type the tutor's name above the signature.