1. Introduction
Welcome to Sports Skills Training (“SST,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). We are a sports training social network dedicated to the skill development of our members. Our community is comprised of athletes, trainers, and coaches, each bringing their unique skills, experiences, and passion for sports to our platform.
Our mission is to foster an environment that encourages learning, growth, and the pursuit of excellence in sports. We believe that by connecting athletes with trainers and coaches, we can help them unlock their full potential and achieve their athletic goals.
By using our website located at https://sportsskillstraining.com (the “Website”), you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”). These Terms are a binding legal agreement between you and SST, and govern your access and use of the Website and all its features.
The Website offers a variety of features designed to enhance your sports training journey. This includes, but is not limited to, the ability for trainers and coaches to advertise their services, and for athletes to find and connect with coaches/trainers who match their present skill level.
Please read these Terms carefully. By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.
2. Services
SST provides a platform with the following key functionalities:
For Trainers & Coaches:
- Advertising & Profiles: Create profiles showcasing experience, qualifications, areas of specialization, pricing, and training philosophies. Advertise services through listings, testimonials, and promotional content (subject to approval).
- Client Management: Connect with potential athletes, manage inquiries, schedule sessions (if offered through the platform), and track client progress.
- Content Sharing: Share training plans, resources, videos, and other content relevant to their expertise.
For Athletes:
- Search & Discovery: Find trainers and coaches based on filters like skill level, sport, location, training focus, budget, and availability.
- Communication & Booking: Contact trainers and coaches directly to inquire about services, schedule consultations or sessions (if offered), and manage communication within the platform.
- Progress Tracking: Track training progress, log workouts, and manage personal training goals (features may vary).
3. Membership
Membership on SST is open to athletes, trainers, and coaches. By becoming a member, you agree to:
- Accurate Information: Provide accurate and current information about yourself during registration, including your name, contact details, experience, qualifications (for trainers/coaches), and any relevant medical information (optional).
- Verification (Optional): Trainers and coaches may be required to undergo verification processes to confirm qualifications and background checks (details outlined in separate policy).
- Updates: Maintain the accuracy of your information by updating it as needed.
- Compliance: Comply with all applicable laws and regulations while using the Website.
- Acceptable Use: Use the platform for its intended purpose and avoid any illegal activity, including soliciting for services outside the platform.
4. User Content
You are responsible for all content you upload, post, share, or transmit on the Website, including but not limited to:
- Profiles and bios
- Training plans, resources, and videos
- Reviews and testimonials (subject to moderation)
- Photos and comments
We do not control user content and cannot guarantee its accuracy, integrity, or quality. You grant SST a non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and translate your content solely for the purpose of operating the Website.
5. Disclaimer of Guarantee
SST does not guarantee the truthfulness of individual members' athletic accomplishments, the effectiveness of training methods, or the success of any training program.
- Athletes are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence when evaluating trainers and coaches. This may include verifying qualifications, references, and experience before booking any services.
- Trainers and coaches are responsible for accurately representing their skills, expertise, and experience. SST may remove misleading or unverifiable information.
6. Health and Safety
Important: We strongly advise all members to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new training program.
SST is not liable for any health-related issues that may arise as a result of training activities facilitated through the platform.
- Trainers and coaches are encouraged to inquire about any relevant medical conditions of their clients and tailor programs accordingly.
- Athletes are responsible for disclosing any pre-existing health conditions that may impact their training.
7. User Conduct
SST is a community built on respect and sportsmanship. We expect all members to:
- Be respectful and professional in all interactions with other users.
- Avoid offensive, harassing, discriminatory, or defamatory language and behavior.
- Not share personal information of other members without their consent.
- Not spam or promote irrelevant products or services.
- Comply with all instructions and guidelines provided by SST regarding content and communication.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violating these Terms or engaging in inappropriate conduct.
8. Intellectual Property
All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software, is provided as a courtesy of Sports Skills Training, and is intended for training purposes only. Owner of this content retains original protection by international copyright and intellectual property laws.
You may not use any content on the Website without prior written permission. This includes using content for commercial purposes or creating derivative works
9. Termination
We may terminate your access to the Website for any reason, at any time, with or without notice. You may also terminate your account at any time. Upon termination, your right to use the Website ceases immediately. We reserve the right to retain and access any information associated with your account as permitted by law.
10. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and all services are provided "as is" and "as available." SST makes no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SST, its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, and affiliates from any and all claims, losses, liabilities, expenses, including attorney's fees, arising from or related to your use of the Website, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another user.
12. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, SST shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website. This includes, but is not limited to, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses.
13. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [City, State] in which our company is registered, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
14. Dispute Resolution
Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the arbitration rules of the American Arbitration Association ("AAA"). The arbitration shall be conducted in [City, State] and you and SST agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the courts located in [City, State] for the enforcement of this arbitration agreement.
15. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and SST regarding your use of the Website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
17. Waiver
No waiver of any provision of these Terms by SST shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such provision or any other provision.
18. Force Majeure
SST shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations under these Terms due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including, but not limited to, acts of God, war, terrorism, strikes, or natural disasters.
19. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at [insert email address or contact information].
20. Updates to the Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Terms on the Website. You are responsible for reviewing the Terms periodically. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes.