MEMBERSHIP SUBJECT TO APPROVAL:
Membership is subject to approval by Portland Kung Fu (hereinafter referred to as the “School”) and shall be effective only when this Agreement is approved by the School and the undersigned is notified in writing. I acknowledge that I have read and understand the general terms and conditions of this Agreement. I agree to be bound by such terms and conditions and acknowledge that I may request a copy of the Agreement upon approval by the Center, this Agreement constitutes a contract between the parties granting me all rights and privileges afforded under the current terms, conditions, rules and regulations of the School, as they may be amended from time to time at the School’s option.
HOW TO END MEMBERSHIP FOR EFT MEMBERSHIPS ONLY:
All monthly memberships run from month to month and incur monthly dues until the membership is frozen, canceled, or expires. I understand that I may terminate this membership by submitting an email to vingtsunme@gmail.com or by filling out a written 30-day notice to the School at the address above. I understand that my termination is effective the last day of the following month in which my termination notice is received by the School. I agree to pay all account balances in full prior to termination. Memberships may not be cancelled while in a frozen status. If cancellation notice is received during a “frozen” period, one final EFT payment will be required. I understand and agree to pay dues to the School for checks returned, accounts closed, or accounts not authorized, or other circumstances in which the School must notify a member and collect due payment which is overdue.
INFORMED CONSENT:
Although there are distinct benefits to exercise in terms of quality and enjoyment of life, strenuous exercise is not without risk to the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems. Before using the facilities of the School, you and your physician should decide on the appropriateness of exercise giver your known risk factors and current state of health. If an exercise feels awkward or causes pain, stop and consult your physician. I have read this paragraph and this Agreement and I understand it. I take full responsibility for maintaining an appropriate exercise program, knowing my risk factors and current state of health. In consideration for being permitted to use the School’s services and facilities, and to engage in exercise activities, including use of all School facilities (hereinafter collectively referred to as “exercise activities”) I hereby agree as follows:
1. I HEREBY RELEASE AND DISCHARGE the School, its directors, officers, agents, employees, and instructors, and all the equipment located at the School (hereinafter referred to collectively as the “Released Parties”) from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that I may hereinafter have for injuries and damages arising out of my participation in exercise activities including, but not limited to, losses CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES
2. I further agree that I WILL NOT SUE OR MAKE A CLAIM against the Released Parties for damages or other losses sustained as a result of my participation in exercise activities.
3. I also agree to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS THE RELEASED PARTIES from all claims, judgments and costs, including attorney’s fees, incurred with any lawsuit brought as a result of my participation or, in the case of family memberships, my family’s participation, in exercise activities, INCLUDING ACTIONS BASED UPON THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES.
4. I understand that exercise activities have inherent dangers that no amount of care, caution, instruction or expertise can eliminate. So I EXPRESSLY AND VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL RISK OF DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY SUSTAINED WHILE PARTICIPATING IN EXERCISE ACTIVITIES WHETHER OR NOT CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES.
5. CLIENT SHALL PAY THE SCHOOL, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, AND INSTRUCTORS, ITS COSTS AND EXPENSES INCLUDING ATTORNEY’S FEES PAID OR INCURRED IN ENFORCING THE TERMS STATED ABOVE.
6. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I CAREFULLY READ AND INITIALED THESE INFORMED CONSENT PROVISIONS, ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I FULLY UNDERSTAND THEM AND SIGN THIS AGREEMENT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.
WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THIS FORM, DO NOT SIGN IT!
I HEREBY AUTHORIZE Ving Tsun of America, Inc. dba Portland Kung Fu TO EFFECT PAYMENTS FOR MY MONTHLY MEMBERSHIPS DUES, INCIDENTAL CHARGES, AND ADMINISTRATIVE FEES BY INITIATING DEBIT ENTRIES TO MY ACCOUNT. I REQUEST THE CREDIT CARD COMPANY OR BANK ENTERED UNDER MY PROFILE TO ACCEPT ANY SUCH ENTRIES INTITIATED BY Ving Tsun of America, Inc. dba Portland Kung Fu.
By signing this document, you agree to all stated above.