Rules and Regulations
These Rules and Regulations are in place to ensure that we protect the rights of the members and ensure that you can achieve your results in a pleasant, motivating, and non-judgemental environment.
Consent
I agree to the following Rules and Regulations:
• Members must wear covered footwear and clean respectable, gym attire. At the discretion of Chess Club Management. Jeans or clothes which can tear upholstery NOT allowed. No dirty workwear allowed.
• Bags NOT permitted on gym floor.
• Towels must be used at all times when using equipment and stretch area.
• Sexual or racial harassment or harassment or intimidation of any kind will not be acceptable.
• Profanity, excessive noise, excessive grunting or yelling will not be acceptable.
• Theft or Drug Dealing of any kind will be reported to the police.
• Dropping of weights and banging machines is not allowed. Treat equipment with respect otherwise membership can be terminated.
• It is a requirement of your membership and a courtesy to others that all weights, plates, dumbbells, barbells and other equipment used, shall be returned to its rack, stand or place of origin after use.
• All members must respect the staff and other members, and be courteous of their rights and privileges while in the facility.
• Entering the facility under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited.
• Partaking in any illegal action or activity within the Chess Club Boundaries including the car park is strictly prohibited.
• Spitting, vandalism or unruly behaviour will not be permitted.
• Only Chess Club licensed personal trainers are permitted to train or coach members within the Club. Anyone found doing this will be asked to leave gym immediately.
No smoking of any kind including e-cigarettes inside the Chess Club building.
Children or members under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult during normal staffed hours. All children who are not members of the gym must be looked after by their parent/guardian.
• Members are solely responsible for their own belongings while training at Chess Club.
• Report any broken or damaged equipment to staff at reception.
I agree to the following TERMS AND CONDITIONS
By agreeing to participate in our classes, you agree to be bound by our Terms and Conditions set out below (Terms and Conditions).
If you do not agree with any of these Terms and Conditions, please do not participate in classes at Chess Club.
We reserve the right to change, update or reissue these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any such changes will be available to see our website and you agree to be bound by such changes.
1. Medical Warning
Prior to undertaking any new form of exercise, you should consult your doctor or other healthcare practitioner to ensure that you are mindful of your current health and any restrictions that may be appropriate for you.
When participating in our classes, do not over-exert yourself and work at your own pace.
Stop immediately if you feel pain or discomfort.
You should immediately seek medical attention if there are any unanticipated changes to your physical condition at any time.
You must notify your instructor if you have any pre-existing injuries or medical conditions which may impact upon your ability to perform the exercises in our classes.
By undertaking any exercise program, you acknowledge that you do so at your own risk and that that the instructors will not be liable for any personal injury, loss or liability of whatsoever nature arising as a result of, or in connection with, your undertaking of any such exercise program or following advice contained on our website or given by our instructors.
2. Prices and Booking
Our current prices and timetables are displayed on our website. For members that aren’t on a fixed price contract, prices are subject to change at any time. You will be notified via email if there is a change to the price of your membership.
If you wish to pause your membership this option is available however a $5 per week fee will be charged. If you are currently under a contract than your contract will be extended for the amount of time that you paused your membership.
All price changes will take effect 7 days after the price change notice has been sent out.
3. Cancellation Policy
All membership plans on a three- or six-month contract will incur a four-week cancelation fee, based on the membership plan you are currently on.
4. Class Schedules
Class Schedules are subject to change or cancellation without notice.
We are not liable in any way to provide you with a refund, credit, transfer or compensation of any kind for classes that are not held in accordance with the class schedule, including without limitation any classes that are changed or cancelled.
5. Conditions of Entry
We recommend you aim to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled commencement time of a class.
Clients are strongly discouraged from departing classes prior to their scheduled conclusion time as it is disruptive to the enjoyment of other students attending those classes.
You are required to treat all persons and property with all due care and respect.
Students are required to wear appropriate attire within the studio.
6. Personal Safety and Acceptance of Risk
You must inform instructors if there are any risks to your health by participating in any physical activities. You must advise your instructor of pre-existing injury, illness, muscle soreness/discomfort or are pregnant, prior to commencement. Participating in any form of exercise with a Medical Condition is done entirely at your own risk, this includes pregnancy. A medical pre-screen must be completed prior to attending classes and updated at your own discretion if this changes.
I hereby agree to abide by the above rules and regulations and report any undesirable behavior or breaches to the above.
Rules and Regulation Agreement
I hereby agree to abide by the above rules and regulations and report any undesirable behavior or breaches to the above.
In considering for my use of Chess Club facilities, I hereby stipulate and agree as follows:
I realize and accept the risks of cardiovascular exercise, weight lifting, weight training and/or body building, and I am fully aware of the possibility of mechanical and/or other malfunctions of cardiovascular equipment, weight machines, and/or apparatus (“equipment”) due to the negligence Chess Club or otherwise, as well as the possibility of injury to me as a result of my or others’ use of such cardiovascular equipment, weight machines, and/or weight machines and apparatus. I fully understand and accept the serious consequences which might result due to my involvement in cardiovascular exercise and weight / resistance training at Chess Club premises. Based on that understanding, I voluntarily assume any and all risk of, and hereby fully, unconditionally and forever release Chess Club, its franchiser/licensor, and all of Chess Club employees, owners, shareholders, directors, agents, independent contractors and affiliates from any loss, damage, injury or claims of any kind whatsoever that relate to my or others’ use of any and all of the equipment and facilities of Chess Club.
I represent and warrant that I am in physically sound condition, and I have no disability or impairment that would prevent me from engaging in active or passive exercise that would be detrimental to my health, safety or physical condition. I am in good health and have no physical conditions that would be aggravated by my involvement in cardiovascular exercise, weightlifting, martial arts training, nor do I have any physical limitations that would procure such involvement. I have medical approval to proceed with a normal routine of exercise, and all exercises shall be undertaken by me at my sole risk. I understand and agree that Chess Club is not responsible for evaluating my physical condition and will not undertake to do so.
I understand that Chess Club will not provide or pay for medical and/or hospitalization care or insurance for my benefit in the event of any injury to me occurring as a result of my being on any portion of the premises of Chess Club.
I will abide by the Chess Club Rules and Regulations, as they may be changed or updated from time to time at Chess Club’s sole discretion. I will comply with all Rules and Regulations regarding my guests, and I will cause my guests to comply with all Rules and Regulations at any time, Chess Club shall have the right, in its sole and absolute discretion at any time, to cancel my membership, and in such event, I will not be entitled to a refund for any prepaid membership fees that would have been accrued for the rest of the term.
In attending Chess Club and using its facilities and equipment, I agree that I am doing so at my own risk. I understand that it is not Chess Club’s responsibility to supervise my or others’ use of the equipment or facilities or conduct within or around the premises, and I understand and agree that Chess Club shall not be liable or responsible for any personal injuries (including death) or property loss, theft or damage I sustain on or around the premises of Chess Club, whether or not Chess Club is alleged to be negligent.
I hereby assume all responsibility for any personal injuries (including death), property loss, or property damage that I may suffer, or that I or any of my guests cause others to suffer, in connection with my, or my guest’s, use of the equipment or facilities of Chess Club or my presence within or around the premises of Chess Club. With Full knowledge of the consequences, i.e., that I am waiving my right to sue, I voluntarily and expressly waive and agree to unconditionally, fully and forever release Chess Club and all of its employees, owners, shareholders, directors, agents, independent contractors, affiliates, successors and assigns, and its franchiser/licensor, from all liability or claims for, or relating to, any personal injury (including death), property loss, theft or property damage, tortious acts or omissions, unlawful acts or omissions, or other claims of whatever nature sustained or asserted by me in connection with my, or others’ use of Chess Club equipment or facilities or my or others’ presence or conduct on or around the premises of Chess Club, and notwithstanding the negligence or alleged negligence of Chess Club. This release and waiver will survive my termination of membership.
I also assume full responsibility for, and agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Chess Club and all of its employees, owners, shareholders, directors, agents, independent contractors, affiliates, successors and assigns, and its franchiser/licensor (collectively, “Chess Club”), against any claims, damages, liability or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) for, any personal injury (including death), property loss, theft or damage, tortious acts or omissions, or other claims of whatever nature asserted by any other person or entity against Chess Club in connection with my, or my guest’, use of the Chess Club equipment or facilities or my, or my guests’, presence or conduct on or around the premises of Chess Club, and notwithstanding the negligence or alleged negligence of Chess Club. This indemnification will survive the termination of my membership.
I acknowledge and intend that this release and waiver of rights shall be affective not only on the date hereof, but also on all occasions subsequent hereto.
I UNDERSTAND THAT THESE PROVISIONS CONTAIN A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL WAIVER AND DISCLAIMER IN FAVOUR OF CHESS CLUB. I understand that by signing below, I am waiving my right to sue Chess Club (as defined above) if I suffer any injury, losses, or damages of any nature whatsoever. I also understand that, by signing below, I am agreeing to indemnify Chess Club and I am taking full responsibility for any claims or damages that may be made against Chess Club by any other person as the result of my, or my guests’, acts or omissions within or around the premises of Chess Club. This waiver, release and indemnification will survive the termination of my membership.
I acknowledge that, at times, the facility Chess Club may be unsupervised, and I accept full responsibility my own actions during these times.
Photo Consent
I agree to the following:
I give Chess Club the right to take, edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, distribute and make use of any and all pictures or video taken of me to use in and/or any lawful promotional materials including, but not limited to newsletters, flyers, posters, brochures, advertisements, fundraising letters, annual reports, press kits and submission to journalists, websites, social networking sites and other print and digital communications, without payment or any other consideration.
I understand and agree that these materials shall become the property of Chess Club and will not be returned.
Electronic Signature
I understand by typing in my name and pressing submit, that the information is true and correct. I acknowledge that any previous information that has not been provided on this form is still valid and true.