Membership Terms and Conditions:
1. Our academy provides weekly grappling classes for adults and juniors*, encompassing Gi and no-Gi formats.
2. The curriculum covers essential aspects, including control, takedowns, defence, and submissions, ensuring a thorough learning experience for members.
3. All members must adhere to the academy's rules and guidelines to maintain a safe and respectful training environment.
4. Participation in classes implies acceptance of these Terms and Conditions, with any violation subject to disciplinary action at the discretion of the academy management.
"5. Membership fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
6. Members are required to wear appropriate attire and adhere to hygiene standards during all training sessions.
7. The academy reserves the right to modify class schedules, instructors, and facility access without prior notice.
8. Any damages to academy property caused by members must be reimbursed promptly.
9. Members are responsible for their personal belongings; the academy is not liable for lost or stolen items.
10. The academy may terminate or suspend membership privileges for misconduct or violation of these Terms and Conditions.
11. By signing up for membership, individuals agree to receive communications from the academy regarding schedule changes, promotions, and other relevant updates.
12. These Terms and Conditions are subject to change at the discretion of the academy management."
"Minimum Membership Contract Length:
Memberships entail a minimum contract length, as specified upon enrollment.
Cancellation Policy for Direct Debits:
Memberships and direct debits can be cancelled at any time. It is the member's responsibility to cancel their direct debit with their bank. Upon cancellation of the direct debit, access to Fortress Jiu-Jitsu Academy will continue until the next payment date. Following this, access will be terminated without refunds for any remaining days of membership. For instance, if a direct debit payment is made on the 1st of March and cancelled on the 14th of March, access will be valid until the 1st of April, with no refunds offered between the 15th and the 31st of March.
Payment Methods:
Payments are processed via direct debit on the 1st of each month. Members can review and update payment details through the member's portal.
Membership Cancellation Process:
Minimum Notice: 1 month.
How to Request: use the GymDesk app or portal ({login_link}, Email info@fortressjiujitsu.co.uk,
Rejoining Later: If you cancel and decide to rejoin later, a £10 administration fee will be applied.
Freezing Your Membership
Duration: You can freeze your membership for 1-3 months.
Minimum Notice: 1 month.
How to Request: Email info@fortressjiujitsu.co.uk or use the GymDesk app or portal.
Please do not contact us via phone calls, text messages, or direct messages on social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, or LinkedIn.
Freeze Fee: A £10 administration fee applies.
Reactivation: If the membership is not reactivated within 3 months, it will be cancelled, and you will need to pay a sign-up fee to rejoin.
Special Circumstances
The process for cancellation or freezing may differ under exceptional circumstances, though these are not precisely detailed in your message. For such cases, contacting Fortress Jiu-Jitsu directly is best to explain your situation.
*Note: "Juniors" refers to individuals under 18.