Terms & Conditions of Membership

Participation in training with Aikido Shinryukan is subject to the following Terms and Conditions, which govern membership, conduct, and participation in all training activities.

Status of These Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions operate in conjunction with, and are subject to, the Aikido Shinryukan Constitution and Code of Conduct. In the event of any inconsistency, the Constitution and Code of Conduct shall prevail.

  1. Assumption of Risk & Liability Waiver
    1. Members acknowledge that Aikido is a physical martial art involving inherent risks, including the risk of injury.
    2. Aikido Shinryukan and its instructors shall not be held liable for any injury, loss, or damage sustained during training, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.
    3. By choosing to participate in training, members voluntarily assume all risks associated with such participation.
  2. Health Conditions
    1. Members must disclose in writing any medical condition that may affect their ability to train safely.
    2. If a medical condition arises after joining, members must notify Aikido Shinryukan or an instructor as soon as reasonably practicable.
    3. Aikido Shinryukan reserves the right to require medical clearance prior to continued participation.
  3. Fees & Payment
    1. Members agree to pay training fees until written notification of termination is received by Aikido Shinryukan.
    2. Payment options may include Automatic Payment, 6-Monthly, or Annual payments.
    3. Where a member is temporarily unable to train, they must notify Aikido Shinryukan or their local instructor. A temporary suspension of fees may be approved at the organisation’s discretion.
    4. Unless otherwise approved, all fees are non-refundable.
  4. Training Etiquette & Code of Conduct
    1. General Expectations
      1. All members are expected to conduct themselves with respect, honesty, and personal responsibility, in line with the core values of Aikido Shinryukan — Respect, Integrity, Responsibility, and Fairness — and in accordance with the organisation’s Constitution and Code of Conduct.
      2. Members must assist one another in practice, contribute to a safe and respectful training environment, and follow the guidance of instructors at all times.
    2. Instructors and Senior Ranking Members
      1. Instructors and senior ranking members are expected to uphold the highest standards of conduct and recognise the inherent power differential within teacher-student and sempai-kohai relationships. They are expected to:
        • Lead by example
        • Prioritise the wellbeing and safety of participants
        • Demonstrate respect toward teachers, students, and families
        • Participate regularly in classes, workshops, and seminars
        • Treat all students fairly and evaluate progress based on merit
        • Maintain and develop sound teaching practices
        • Prevent and report exploitation, harassment, or discrimination
    3. Prohibited Behaviour
      The following behaviours are strictly prohibited:
      1. Training under the influence of alcohol or drugs
      2. Wearing jewellery while training
      3. Swearing or using inappropriate language on the premises
      4. Training with exposed sores or cuts
    4. Personal Hygiene and Training Attire
      1. Gi and Hakama must be clean and in good condition
      2. Hands and feet must be clean, with fingernails and toenails trimmed
      3. Members must maintain appropriate standards of personal hygiene
  5. Harassment, Discrimination, and Exploitation
    1. Aikido Shinryukan promotes mutual respect and does not tolerate harassment, discrimination, or exploitation in any form.
    2. No member may engage in behaviour that intimidates, offends, humiliates, or discriminates against another person on the basis of gender, race, disability, age, religious or political belief, sexual orientation, social background, ethnic origin, language, or otherwise.
    3. Instructors and senior members have a responsibility to act on and report any such conduct.
  6. Consent and Acceptance of Terms
    1. Participation in training with Aikido Shinryukan constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions, the Constitution, and the Code of Conduct.
    2. By attending classes or engaging in training activities, members acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to comply with these requirements.
    3. Continued participation is conditional upon ongoing compliance with these Terms and Conditions.
  7. Age Requirements
    1. Members under 16 years of age must have written approval from a parent or legal guardian prior to participation.
  8. Training in Other Martial Arts
    1. Aikido Shinryukan acknowledges that students may choose to cross-train in other martial arts. However, while training within an Aikido Shinryukan dojo, only Aikido is to be practised. Any concurrent training in other martial arts should be discussed with the student’s regular instructor or Aikido Shinryukan, particularly where it may impact safety, training outcomes, or dojo etiquette.
  9. Termination of Participation
    1. Aikido Shinryukan reserves the right to suspend or terminate a member’s participation, with or without notice, where behaviour is deemed unacceptable or contrary to the principles of Aikido.