Terms & Conditions
Assumption of Risk
By participating in any Groovy Pickleball Community activity or event (collectively, “Events”), you understand that athletic activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to slips, falls, collisions, equipment failure, weather conditions, and acts of other participants. You voluntarily assume all risks, both known and unknown, associated with your participation.
Release and Waiver
To the fullest extent permitted by law, you release and discharge Groovy Pickleball Community, its organizers, volunteers, sponsors, partners, venue owners/hosts, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any and all claims, liabilities, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to your attendance at or participation in the Events, including any injury, illness, or property damage.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Groovy Pickleball Community and the Released Parties from and against any third‑party claims or demands arising from your acts or omissions at the Events, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another participant or venue.
Health and Medical Consent
You represent that you are physically fit to participate. If you have any medical conditions, you agree to consult a physician before attending. In an emergency, you authorize us and venue personnel to obtain medical care deemed necessary. You are solely responsible for any medical costs incurred.
Minors
Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who accepts these Terms on the minor’s behalf and assumes all related risks and responsibilities.
Personal Property
Do not leave valuables unattended. We are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property at any Event.
Conduct, Venues, and Cancellations
You agree to follow venue rules and Event guidelines and to treat others with respect. We reserve the right to deny admission or remove any person for unsafe or disruptive behavior without refund. Events may be modified, postponed, or canceled due to weather, safety, venue availability, or other reasons at our discretion.
Media Release
By attending, you consent to photography, audio, and video recording and authorize Groovy Pickleball Community to use your likeness, voice, and statements in any media now known or later developed for community and promotional purposes without compensation or further notice.
No Warranty; Limitation of Liability
Events are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Groovy Pickleball Community disclaims all implied warranties and is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages.
Governing Law and Venue
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict‑of‑law principles. You agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts located in Orange County, California for any dispute arising out of or related to the Events or these Terms.
Severability and Updates
If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force. We may update these Terms at any time, and changes take effect upon posting. Your continued participation after changes are posted constitutes acceptance.
Privacy
We collect only what’s necessary to operate Events. See our Privacy Policyfor details.