Program Information
The first installment due and all subsequent installments on the same day of each consecutive month are to be paid directly to Gracie Barra Cincinnati until paid in full.
The undersigned authorizes that this agreement shall be automatically renewed upon completion of the annual membership term unless the undersigned gives 30 days' written notice.
EFT/CC Request
To the extent permitted by law, you hereby authorize us to initiate separate EFT/CC charges from the account you identified and/or any replacement or substitute account (the “Account”) for the following amounts:
- The Total Membership Amount if not otherwise paid within 60 days after the date of this Agreement.
- Your monthly dues, as described above, if you are a Monthly Dues Member.
- A $20 return fee for any EFT charge that is returned unpaid or on a credit/debit card return.
- A $30 late fee for accounts over seven days delinquent.
- Any other fee for private classes or other goods or services requested by you.
Authorized EFT/CC payments may be separately initiated or, to the extent permitted by law, combined with other authorized EFT/CC payments. You may cancel your EFT/CC authorization for the payment of monthly dues by giving us written notice of termination. It will only take effect after we have had sufficient time to allow us and your financial institution to act on the notice using commercially reasonable efforts.
Billing Information
Payment Type: ( x ) Direct Monthly Payment / ( ) Pay in Full / ( ) EFT
Terms
A student may cancel this nonrefundable agreement with a 30-day notice after the initial 90 days of the beginning of this agreement.
A student may freeze with a 30-day notice for the following reasons:
- Temporary disability (medical notice required).
- Work travel (freeze has a 30-day max/year unless approved).
Your cancellation request must be in writing and acknowledged by Gracie Barra. Your membership cancellation will not be processed until the cancellation fee amount is collected in full AND Gracie Barra has received and confirmed your written notice. Unless these two items have been received, your account will continue to be billed monthly.
Policies
Gracie Barra reserves the right to alter operation days, hours, and classes if deemed necessary to better fit the student's needs. The student and co-signer agree unconditionally to pay the above tuition regardless of attendance or missed classes.
Multi-Member Membership
Termination by one member may cause the monthly dues rates for remaining members to increase to individual rates. Failure by any member to use the membership will not relieve you of your payment obligation, except as provided herein.
If any payment of dues or charges is not made on time, Gracie Barra may suspend or terminate your membership. No refunds will be made for membership dues paid except as explicitly provided in this agreement.
Visitor Policy
You are welcome to use any Gracie Barra facility “Jiu-Jitsu Programs” according to our visitor student policy without any extra fee. Please check
our school map for hours of operation. Class schedules vary from location to location.
Annual Increase
This agreement is subject to a 4% annual increase.
Note: All delinquent payments and fees must be paid prior to any membership freeze or cancellation approval.
Binding Agreement: This is a binding nonrefundable agreement.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
I understand and acknowledge that my participation in martial arts training, including Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai, strength and conditioning training, or any other activities or events (each an “Activity” and collectively, the “Activities”) held by Anderson Family Jiu Jitsu LLC dba Gracie Barra Cincinnati (“Company”) will expose me to risks and dangers that are inherent to such Activities, including accidents, injury, illness, or death. I agree that my participation in the Activities is voluntary and at my own risk.
I assume all risks, foreseeable or otherwise, associated with my participation in Company’s Activities, including falls, contact with other participants or Company’s employees or contractors, the effects of weather, including high heat and/or humidity, negligence by Company’s employees or contractors, and all other risks, known or unknown.
I acknowledge and represent that I am physically fit and mentally capable of participating in and performing the Activity or Activities. I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to communicate and fully disclose any and all physical or psychological conditions or injuries to Company prior to participating in any Activity.
In consideration of Company’s acceptance of my participation in the Activities and my receipt of Company’s services, I agree, on behalf of myself and my heirs, assigns, and any other party entitled to act on my behalf: (1) to fully WAIVE AND RELEASE Company and its officers, agents, employees, contractors, organizers, representatives, successors and assigns from any and all responsibility, liabilities, demands, actions, claims, or losses of any kind, including claims of negligence against Company, its employees, contractors, or other participants, arising out of or related to, directly or indirectly, my participation in the Activity; and (2) to fully INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD HARMLESS Company and its officers, agents, employees, contractors, organizers, representatives, successors and assigns from any responsibility, liabilities, demands, claims (including claims of negligence), judgments, costs, or expenses of any kind (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to, directly or indirectly, my participation in the Activity. I understand and acknowledge that this agreement is binding upon my heirs, assigns, representatives, agents, and any other party entitled to act on my behalf.
For the avoidance of doubt, and notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this agreement, I fully assume the risks associated with participating in the Activities, including risks arising out of or related to Company’s or its employees’ and/or contractors’ negligence.
I understand that if I am injured during an Activity, Company, or its officers, agents, employees, contractors, organizers, representatives, or other parties unaffiliated with Company (including program sponsors, organizers, or other third parties) may render medical services to me or request that others render such services. By taking such action, neither Company nor any of the aforementioned parties are admitting any responsibility, fault or liability to provide or continue to provide such services. Further, such action is not a waiver by Company or any of the aforementioned parties of any rights under law or under this agreement. Should I require medical services, including transportation to a medical facility, I agree that I am financially responsible for such costs. I further agree that if I am injured during any Activity, it is my obligation to notify Company and to seek appropriate medical care. I agree that this agreement will have no bearing on any workers’ compensation claim that I may make as a result of my participation in the Activity.
I hereby grant Company, and its representatives and affiliated entities, the irrevocable and unrestricted right to photograph, film, and/or record me during training, classes, competitions, or other gym-related activities. I understand that such images, videos, and recordings may be used for promotional, educational, and commercial purposes, including social media, websites, advertisements, and printed materials. I waive any right to royalties or compensation related to the use of such media and release Company from any claims, damages, or liability that may arise from such use. If I do not wish to appear in media, I understand that it is my responsibility to notify Company management in writing prior to participation.
This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio. Any legal action or proceeding arising under or related to this agreement shall be brought exclusively in a court of competent jurisdiction located in Hamilton County, Ohio.
If any part of this agreement is found to be unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect.
I have read, I understand, and I voluntarily agree to the terms of this agreement.
The word “including” when used in this agreement shall be deemed to mean, “including, but not limited to” or “including without limitation.”
General Release
I acknowledge and understand that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense involve physical contact and that Gracie Barra and its staff are not liable for any injuries resulting from participation.
Important Acknowledgment
I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND HAVE SIGNED IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT, ASSURANCE, OR GUARANTEE BEING MADE TO ME AND INTEND MY SIGNATURE TO BE COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW.
General Release: I acknowledge and understand that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense are physical activities and that learning self-defense involves some physical contact. Gracie Barra Association, Gracie Barra Cincinnati / Low Country Ground Karate LLC, and/or its staff and students are not to be held liable for any risks or injuries as a result of training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or self-defense.