These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the services provided by High Noon BJJ & Fitness LLC (“High Noon BJJ,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), including in-person instruction at our academy, the member.highnoonbjj.com website, and the SMS messaging program described below. By becoming a member or using our services, you agree to these Terms.
1. Membership
#membershipMembership at High Noon BJJ is subject to a separate Membership Agreement that includes a waiver of liability and assumption of risk. You must be at least 18 years old to sign, or have a parent or legal guardian sign on your behalf if you are a minor. We reserve the right to refuse or terminate memberships in accordance with our published policies and applicable law.
2. Payment & cancellation
#paymentMemberships are billed on a recurring basis (weekly or monthly, depending on the plan you select) through our payment processor, PaySimple. By providing payment information, you authorize us to charge the applicable fees until you cancel in writing. Cancellation terms and any applicable notice periods are described in your Membership Agreement.
3. Code of conduct
#conductYou agree to follow gym etiquette, instructor direction, and reasonable safety instructions, including tapping promptly when caught in any submission. Disruptive, unsafe, or disrespectful behavior may result in suspension or termination of membership without refund.
4. SMS messaging program
#sms-programHigh Noon BJJ operates an SMS messaging program for members and prospective members. By providing your mobile phone number and consenting through our Membership Agreement (or by texting START to our number), you agree to receive recurring text messages from High Noon BJJ at the number you provided.
5. Intellectual property
#ipAll content on our website and instructional materials (curriculum descriptions, course materials, videos, photographs, and the High Noon BJJ name and logo) is owned by High Noon BJJ or licensed for our use. You may not copy, reproduce, or redistribute this content without our prior written consent.
6. Assumption of risk & release
#riskBrazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and submission grappling are contact sports with inherent risk of injury. You voluntarily assume all such risks when training at High Noon BJJ. Subject to applicable law, you release High Noon BJJ, its owners, instructors, and staff from any claim arising from your participation in classes or use of the facility, except for claims caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct. Full release language is set forth in your Membership Agreement.
7. Limitation of liability
#liabilityTo the maximum extent permitted by law, High Noon BJJ’s aggregate liability arising out of or relating to these Terms or the services will not exceed the amount you paid to us in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim. In no event will we be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages.
8. Changes to these Terms
#changesWe may update these Terms from time to time. The “Effective” date at the top reflects the latest revision. Material changes will be communicated by email or SMS where appropriate.
9. Governing law
#governing-lawThese Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles. Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or the services will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Alexandria, Virginia, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of those courts.