TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. MEMBERS  By signing this agreement, Member represents, warrants and insures that he has had an opportunity to observe the programs offered by Ground Control Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (GCBJJ) and that he is physically and mentally able to take classes offered by GCBJJ in that program and/or any others in which Member may participate. Membership is non-transferable.

2. UNAVAILABILITY. If GCBJJ's facilities are unavailable for use for a period in excess of 30 consecutive days, the Member's program will be extended for a period of time equal to the time of unavailability, but no refund or credit will be due the Member. Upon notice to GCBJJ, the Member may cancel this agreement if GCBJJ's  facilities are unavailable for more than 90 consecutive days. Within 30 days of receipt of such notice, GCBJJ shall refund to the Member the unused pro portion of the contract (cash) price, excluding any initiation fee, paid by the Member. Notwithstanding the foregoing, GCBJJ may close its facility on holidays, for a period not exceeding three weeks per year for necessary maintenance and other purposes without affecting scheduled tuition payments.

3. LIABILITY WAIVER AND RELEASE. The Member understands and agrees that strict observation of GCBJJ's' rules and regulations and the rules and regulations relative to martial arts training such as cleanliness, well groomed toes and hands, respect for others and your Professor, no shoes on the mat, clean uniform (Gi) and basic healthy hygiene practices which will lead to an overall healthier environment. The Member understands and agrees that the use of the GCBJJ's  facilities and the Member's presence at GCBJJ's  facility are at the sole risk of the Member. The Member understands and agrees that martial arts involves skills and training which include violent and sudden movements and that in connection with the training and instruction, there will be physical contact between instructors and Members and between and among the Members and that such contact may result in personal injury to the Member, despite precautions taken to avoid such injuries. Member hereby consents to engage in such contact as may be necessary or required by Member's participation in the training program and/or class- es.

4. CLASSES. Scheduling and content of classes and programs, furnishing of facilities and provision of instructors to teach and supervise classes and practice sessions are at the sole and absolute discretion of GCBJJ and may be changed at any time by GCBJJ. By signing this agreement, the Member receives membership at a greatly reduced price. If the Member no longer wishes to continue or defaults on this agreement, Member shall provide minimum 30 days notice of cancellation and should a long term contract be in place the Owner shall have full descretion. Seminars, merchandise, or any other fees other than monthly fees are excluded.  GCBJJ may raise the tuition rate of ongoing memberships by providing advance notice equal to the notice period required for cancellation stated herein.

5. SIGNATORIES. Any person(s) signing this agreement, whether as a Member, co-signer or otherwise shall be jointly, severally and individually liable to Business and Ground Control Jiu Jitsu for the full contract price as if such person signed as the Member. All persons signing this agreement assume responsibility for all costs of collection, including but not limited to collection agency fees, court costs, attorney's fees, and late charges that may be incurred in the event of a default. Any per- son(s) signing this agreement authorizes the use of a disclosed e-mail address for billing purposes and acknowledges that e-mail text may include financial information pertaining to the membership.

6. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS. This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State in which GCBJJ is located. All rights and obligations of the GCBJJ and Member under this agreement are subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. To the extent that the terms and conditions of this agreement conflict with any applicable statute, rule or regulation in effect at the time of execution of this agreement governing transactions of the type contained herein, the agreement shall be deemed revised to conform with such statutes, rules and regulations. GCBJJ and Member shall be bound by the modified agreement and agree that no other modifications shall be enforceable unless in writing and signed by the parties. This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements between the parties, whether written or oral. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision hereof shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision. The waiver of any breach shall not constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach of this agreement.

7. FREEZE & CANCELATION POLICY:  Promo prices are only good without freezing or canceling membership accounts. After a freeze or restarting of a membership  pricing shall be at market rates. See Owner for current rates for individual and family plans.  30 days written notice is required to freeze or cancel an account. Rates are subject to change.  

8. PREPAID MEMBERSHIPS:  GCBJJ prepaid memberships sold and purchased by students are non transferrable and are non refundable. Freeze and Cancelation policy above applies.