CLUB MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT
U . S . ALL STAR FEDERATION INC . TERMS & CONDITIONS
1 . GENERAL These Terms & Conditions for Coach Membership together with the accompanying membership registration requirements ( Terms ) apply to all persons applying for membership in this category , which includes , but is not limited to cheer and / or dance : coaches ; Member Club owners regardless of ownership percentage ; and auxiliary applicants . The following terms or phrases have the following meanings , unless the context requires otherwise : a . “ USASF ,” “ we ,” “ us ,” or “ our ”. The terms “ USASF ,” “ we ,” “ us ,” or “ our ” mean the U . S . All Star Federation Inc . and , where applicable , its agents , representatives , officers , directors and employees . b . “ Member ,” “ you ,” or “ your ”. The terms “ Member ,” “ you ,” or “ your ” mean the individual named as the applicant for membership ; if the applicant is under the age of 18 years at the time of application , such words also include the parent or legal guardian of the minor applicant , if applicable . c . The use of the singular form of any word includes the plural and vice versa .
2 . MEMBERSHIP Membership in the USASF is a privilege and may be ( i ) denied , withheld or not renewed at any time by USASF and / or ( ii ) suspended or terminated in accordance with USASF ’ s bylaws , policies , codes , rules and standards . You agree that USASF , in its sole discretion , has the right to deny , withhold , not renew , suspend or terminate your membership if : ( i ) you knowingly allow your agents , representatives , officers , directors , coaches and / or employees to engage in any sexual misconduct ; ( ii ) USASF has reason to believe you pose a threat to the safety of Athletes or other members ; ( iii ) you violate any USASF policies , codes , rules , standards or membership requirements ; and / or ( iv ) you are under criminal investigation . You have read , understand and agree to abide by these Terms , USASF bylaws , policies , codes , rules and standards , as well as all applicable federal , state and local laws . Any discipline imposed by USASF may extend to the Member Club ’ s participation in all aspects of All Star cheerleading and / or dance , which is sanctioned and / or sponsored by USASF . You agree that any disciplinary measure , whether interim or final , whether imposed before or after the date of these Terms , whether expired or in effect , may be posted on our website or otherwise publicly published and may include information identifying you and describing the misconduct alleged . Should you have any concerns , grievances or disagreements with any USASF policies , codes or disciplinary rulings or actions , you agree you will utilize the communication options within the structure of the USASF . You acknowledge that through USASF ’ s commitment to Athlete safety in the cheer and dance industry , USASF may share any report and / or disciplinary action regarding or involving you with the USA Federation for Sport Cheering ( USA Cheer ). You agree that USASF may disclose any information provided by or about , you as USASF determines is reasonably necessary to comply with any law , regulation , legal process or any request by any governmental body or agency .
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW , YOU FOREVER RELEASE AND DISCHARGE USASF FROM ANY AND ALL LOSS , LIABILITY , DAMAGE OR CLAIM OF ANY KIND OR NATURE , WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN , WHETHER IN LAW OR IN EQUITY , WHETHER NOW EXISTING OR ACCRUING IN THE FUTURE , ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY INFORMATION DISCLOSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS SECTION .
3 . USASF POLICIES You agree that you will become familiar with , comply with , protect and preserve all policies that . apply to you or your membership in USASF . You agree that you will expect your employees , coaches , agents , representatives , owners , managers and directors to also become familiar with , comply with , protect and preserve all policies that apply to you or your membership in USASF . These include , but are not limited to : these Terms ; the USASF Code of Conduct & Compliance , which includes the Conduct Regulations , Athlete Protection Policies and Compliance Policies ; the USASF Cheer Rules ; the USASF Dance Rules ; the USASF Cheer Age Grid ; the USASF Dance Age Grid ; the USASF Sanctioning Guidelines ; the USASF Athletic Performance Standards ; and any other rules and policies , as each may be amended from time to time . At USASF ’ s sole discretion , we may require you , as a condition of continuing your membership , to obtain additional training , take additional educational courses , submit to additional screening and / or provide other additional information to ensure compliance with these Terms and USASF ’ s policies , codes or standards . Additionally , you understand and agree that if you know of , suspect or have reason to believe that another Member has violated any of the aforementioned policies , guidelines and / or rules , it is your responsibility to promptly submit a report to the USASF .
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