Copy of Trainer / Client Agreement

Clients Declaration

1. I understand that FunKtional Health & Fitness Trainers operate on a pre-pay basis and all sessions must be paid for in advance to FunKtional Health & Fitness via Cheque, Cash, BACS or Online payment (paypal). Bookings may not be confirmed with the trainer until payment has been received by FunKtional Health & Fitness Limited.

2. I understand once that once my Trainer and I have agreed upon the most appropriate training programme / package for me, payment must be made before the sessions are conducted. I understand that failure to make a payment will result in my sessions being forfeit.

3. I understand that all pre-paid block courses and packages have a completion date. Outstanding sessions will not be carried over the completion date unless a prior agreement has been made with the Trainer. The agreed completion date for this package of Personal Training sessions is: …………………………………………………………………...................................................................

4. I understand I must contact my Trainer directly to cancel or change booked sessions. I understand that if I need to cancel training (even a free consultation), I will need to contact my Trainer AT LEAST 24 HOURS before our session time. I understand that Cancellations and Rescheduling of a WEEKDAY session (Monday to Friday inclusive) with less than 24 hours’ notice will incur full session charge. I understand that Cancellations and Rescheduling of a WEEKEND/BANK HOLIDAY Session (Saturday, Sunday, Bank Holiday inclusive) with less than 48 hours’ notice will incur full charge.

5. Cancellations for pre-paid block sessions and packages, will incur a 50% cancellation charge for any sessions outstanding. This charge is levied to cover time spent by the trainer developing, researching and planning my programme. All services other than training, which were part of the cancelled package, will incur full charge at the current website quoted price, for example Nutrition work and Gym Programmes.

6. I understand all sessions will last 1 hour (unless stated otherwise) and will start and finish on time. I also understand that my Trainer may not be able to provide a full hour if I am late to a session. However, if my Trainer is late for a session, I will still receive the full session time or have the outstanding time added to another session.

7. I understand that there are inherent risks of injury whilst participating in a programme of strenuous exercise and whilst every care and precaution will be taken to ensure my health & safety, including pre participation consultation (1:1 and small group Personal Training only, not Camp Funk) and health screening questionnaires (PAR-Q) I acknowledge that if I sustain or claim to sustain any injury whilst participating in any fitness programme, FunKtional Health & Fitness Limited and it's Personal Trainers accept no responsibility or liability for any illness or injury sustained.

8. I understand the results of any training programme cannot be guaranteed and my progress depends on my effort and cooperation during and outside of the sessions. In particular I acknowledge that individual results may vary and no particular result is guaranteed by either the Trainer or FunKtional Health & Fitness Limited. However, all FunKtional Health & Fitness Limited Trainers are highly qualified Personal Trainers and by putting in the correct level of effort and cooperation, results should be obtained.

9. I certify that my answers to the questions outlined on the PAR-Questionnaire form are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand and agree that it is my responsibility to inform my Trainer of any conditions or changes in my health, now and ongoing, which might affect my ability to exercise safely and with minimal risk of injury.

10. I understand that in the unlikely event of my Trainer being unable to continue my training. I can have my sessions transferred to another similar Trainer who agrees to take over my training or I can request a full refund of remaining sessions from FunKtional Health & Fitness Limited.

11. I understand that all FunKtional Health & Fitness Limited Trainers are not employees, but are self-employed, independent, freelance Personal Trainers. I acknowledge that in engaging in this agreement, I am agreeing to be trained by a FunKtional Health & Fitness Limited approved Trainer. Any problems I have with my trainer should be reported back to FunKtional Health & Fitness Limited and they will act accordingly. Any claim I may have to recover any fee paid in advance will be solely against the trainer to whom payment was made, FunKtional Health & Fitness Limited accept no responsibility for claims made against individual Personal Trainers.