Membership Terms & Conditions

Welcome to Judo Matsu! These terms and conditions outline your rights and responsibilities as a valued member of Judo Matsu. By accepting this agreement, you (referred to as the “member”) agree to abide by the following terms. Please read carefully.

  1. Membership Access
  • Commencement: Membership begins on the date specified in your welcome email from Judo Matsu. This email will also outline your payment details (upfront or direct debit via Ezypay).
  • Access: Membership grants access to Judo Matsu classes during operating hours.
  1. Membership Terms
  • Membership Options:
    • Kids/Youth Membership: Available for 1 or 2 classes per week, paid in full for the 10-week school term.
    • Adult Membership: Available for one or unlimited classes per week, paid fortnightly via direct debit.
  • Payment Details:
    • Fees are outlined in your payment email and on the Judo Matsu website under the “Prices” tab.
    • Payment cycles are fortnightly for direct debit members. Pre-payment for a term or multiple months in advance is also available.
  • Ongoing Contract: Memberships are set with no end date unless otherwise specified by the member.
  • Judo NSW Registration: All members must register with Judo NSW, which incurs an annual fee of $154 (Kids/Youth under 16) or $195 (Adults). This fee must be paid within the cooling-off period for Judo NSW membership (30 days).
  1. Cooling-Off Period
  • Club Sessions/Classes: There is no cooling-off period for club sessions or classes.
  • Membership Cancellation: You may cancel your membership at any time by providing written notice at least 7 days before your next payment date.
  1. Direct Debit Payments
  • Payment System: Judo Matsu uses Ezypay to manage direct debit payments.
  • Terms Compliance: Members must adhere to Ezypay’s terms and conditions, available upon request.
  • Failed Payment Fee: If a direct debit payment fails due to reasons such as insufficient funds or invalid account details, Ezypay may charge a failed payment fee. This fee can be up to $17.
  1. Membership Cancellation
  • By Judo Matsu: Judo Matsu reserves the right to cancel memberships at its discretion.
  • By Member: Members may cancel their membership at any time with at least 7 days’ written notice prior to their next payment date.
  1. Pausing Membership
  • Members may pause their membership for any duration with a minimum of 7 days’ written notice before the next payment date.
  • The pause must be for a minimum of 14 days.
  1. Members’ Responsibilities
  • Waiver Form: Members must complete and submit a waiver form before their first session.
  • Health Profile: Members must provide accurate health and fitness information when joining (Membership Form).
  • Photography Consent: By signing up, members consent to photography during sessions for marketing purposes, including but not limited to social media, flyers, newsletters, and the Matsu website.
  1. Operational & Facility Information
  • Facility Usage:
    • Judo Matsu reserves the right to adjust operating hours, class schedules, or services as needed.
    • Facilities or services may occasionally be unavailable due to prior bookings, maintenance issues, emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances.
  • Age Requirements:
    • Members must be at least 5 years old to participate.
    • Children aged between 5 and 15 years can only join under a Kids/Youth membership or as part of an organised group with prior approval from management.
  • Storage:
    • Where storage is provided, Judo Matsu takes no responsibility for items stored on-site.
  • Dojo Rules:
    • Members must adhere to all Dojo Rules displayed on the Judo Matsu website.
    • Repeated violations of Dojo Rules may result in immediate removal from the premises and cancellation of membership.
  • Health & Safety:
    • Illegal activities are strictly prohibited within the facility.
    • Any offensive or dangerous behaviour may result in immediate removal from the premises and potential cancellation of membership.