TERMS & CONDITIONS of KIGAI (Pty) Ltd
(Herein after referred to as “Kigai Karate Club”)
Sensei: Instructor Karateka: Practitioner/student of karate Dojo: Training facility and premises Grading: Examination to next belt level
By joining Kigai Karate Club, all parents and karateka agree to adhere to the following rules and policies:
General Rule
1. Club Compliance: All members and parents must follow the rules and regulations of Kigai Karate Club.
2. Training Risks: Karate is a contact sport and involves some risk of injury. While utmost care is taken during training, participation is at your own risk.
3. Medical Conditions: Inform the Sensei of any medical conditions **before class**.
4. Health and Safety: Students may not participate in training if their health or the health of others may be compromised.
Training Etiquette
5. Behavioral Expectations: The Sensei reserves the right to remove students displaying bad or violent behavior that disrupts the class or puts others at risk.
6. Spectators: Only authorized spectators are allowed inside the dojo during training or grading. Otherwise, please remain in designated viewing areas.
7. Uniform Requirements: Students must wear appropriate attire:
– Full karate gi and belt, or white karate pants with the club shirt and belt.
– Senior class students must wear a full karate gi.
8. Jewelry Restrictions: For safety, no jewelry (e.g., bracelets, rings, necklaces) may be worn during training.
9. Footwear and Club Apparel: Training is done barefoot. No external t-shirts or shoes are allowed unless it’s club-issued.
10. Eating and Drinking: Eating, chewing gum, or drinking is prohibited during class, except for water during breaks.
Administrative Policies
11. Attendance Register: Karateka (or parents of children under 12) must sign the attendance register before or after each class.
12. Grading Eligibility: Grading will only proceed if:
– Grading, monthly, and annual registration fees are fully paid.
– Required documents (e.g., Karate Life Book) are submitted to Sensei William on time.
13. Grading Requirements: Karateka must attend **at least 30 classes per semester** and pass a fitness test to be eligible for grading.
14. Black Belt Eligibility: Students may grade for Shodan (1st Dan) only in the year they turn 16, with Sensei’s permission.
15. Lost Karate Life Book: Replacement fees apply if the Karate Life Book is lost.
Payments
16. Yearly Fees: Must be paid by 31 January 2025.
17. Quarterly Payments: Due on the 1st day of the starting month for each quarter. Late payments (after the 3rd) incur a fine of R100/week.
18. Monthly Payments: Due on the 1st day of each month. Late payments (after the 3rd) incur a fine of R100/week.
19. Payment Methods:
– Cash: Payments can be made before or after class. Always request a receipt.
– EFT: Use clear references (e.g., “Name – Fee Type”).
20. Separate Payments: Registration, competition, and grading fees must be paid separately from class fees.
21. December & January Fees: Full fees apply even if classes close early in December or start mid-January.
22. Non-Attendance: Monthly fees remain payable regardless of absences (e.g., due to work, sports, or a membership on hold).
Membership Policies
23. Resignations: Membership fees are due until written notice of resignation is provided.
– Refunds for Full-Year Payments: 70% of the unused portion will be refunded after resignation.
24. Registration & Indemnity Forms: Membership begins only after submission of:
– Signed registration and indemnity forms.
– Payment of registration fees.
Additional Information
25. Media Consent: If media use (photos, videos) is not specified on the registration form, it will be assumed as consent.
26. Administrative Queries: Direct all queries to Sensei William before or after class, or via email.
27. Agreement to Terms: Payment of registration or monthly fees constitutes agreement to these terms and conditions.