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These terms may be amended without notice to you. Your continued use of the Website signifies your acceptance of any changes. We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to change, modify, or otherwise alter these Terms and Conditions at any time. Unless otherwise indicated, amendments will become effective immediately. Please review these Terms and Conditions periodically.
You may use this Website solely for lawful purposes, including but not limited to:
Accessing information about ATU, its events, and programs.
Registering for ATU membership, competitions, and events.
Making donations or supporting ATU’s mission as a non-profit organization.
Engaging with community features where applicable.
You agree not to:
Use the Website for any unlawful purpose.
Post or distribute any harmful, offensive, or misleading content.
Attempt to interfere with the Website’s functionality or security.
All content on this Website, including logos, text, images, and videos, is the property of ATU or its licensors and is protected under applicable copyright and trademark laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content without express permission from ATU.
If you submit content (e.g., photos, testimonials, articles) to ATU through our Website or social media (e.g., Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram), you grant ATU a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, modify, and distribute your contributions for promotional, educational, or fundraising purposes.
Volunteers and members who contribute materials must ensure they have the necessary rights to grant such permissions. ATU is not responsible for unauthorized content submissions.
By registering as a competitor or attending as a spectator at ATU events, you acknowledge and accept any inherent risks associated with martial arts training, competition, and live events. You agree that:
Participation and attendance are voluntary and at your own risk.
ATU, its directors, employees, event organizers, and venue partners are not liable for any injuries, damages, or losses sustained during the event.
Competitors may be required to sign a separate liability waiver before participating in certain activities.
Spectators assume all risks associated with attending the event, including but not limited to potential contact with participants, equipment, and other event-related hazards.
By attending or competing, you consent to these terms and agree to abide by all event safety rules and regulations.
By attending, participating in, or engaging in any ATU event in any capacity—including but not limited to as a competitor, coach, demo team member, or spectator—you grant ATU a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, and irrevocable license to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, display, and publish your likeness, image, voice, and performance in any media format. This includes, but is not limited to:
ATU’s website
Social media channels
Promotional materials
Event broadcasts
Other marketing efforts
By registering, attendees grant ATU and its agents the right to take photographs or videos of them during ATU event activities.
Attendees further grant ATU the worldwide right to use, copy, distribute, exhibit, broadcast, transmit, perform, publish, and display their photos/videos, with or without their names and biographic material, in any media—including print and electronic. ATU may use these photos/videos for any lawful purpose, including, but not limited to:
Publicity
Marketing
Advertising
ATU is under no obligation to compensate attendees for the use of their likeness in any format.
Attendees acknowledge that ATU is the exclusive copyright owner of all photographs/videos taken at ATU events. Additionally, attendees understand that any content posted to social media platforms will be subject to the social network’s applicable terms and privacy policy.
If an attendee does not wish to be included in ATU’s promotional materials, they must notify ATU in writing before the event.
If you are interested in serving as a referee at an ATU event, you must complete the online registration form here. By doing so, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by ATU's rules, regulations, and code of conduct for referees. You also certify that you are at least 16 years old and hold a minimum rank of 1st Dan Black Belt or higher.
Your role as an ATU referee is contingent upon your adherence to these guidelines. Any violations may result in disciplinary action, including suspension or removal from officiating duties.
Additionally, you acknowledge the inherent risks associated with officiating and voluntarily assume full responsibility for your participation. By serving as a referee, you release ATU, its officials, organizers, and affiliates from any liability related to your role. If you have any questions about serving as an ATU referee, please contact us.
Individuals interested in volunteering at an ATU event must complete the official volunteer registration form. By registering, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the expectations, responsibilities, and policies related to volunteer service as outlined by ATU here.
Volunteers must be at least 12 years old. Anyone under the age of 12 must receive written approval from the Organizing Committee and be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is also volunteering (not necessarily in the same role or area).
Volunteer roles vary depending on the needs of each event and may include tasks related to event setup, coordination, guest support, or operational logistics. ATU reserves the right to assign or reassign volunteer duties, limit participation, or revoke volunteer status at its discretion.
By choosing to serve as a volunteer, you understand that participation is voluntary and that you assume all risks associated with your role. You agree to release and hold harmless ATU, its directors, staff, event organizers, and venue partners from any liability related to injuries, losses, or damages that may occur during your volunteer service.
Please note that volunteers may be photographed or recorded during the event. By volunteering, you grant ATU permission to use your image, voice, or likeness for marketing and promotional purposes, as outlined in Section 5.2.
If you have questions about volunteering or need special accommodations, please please contact ATU prior to the event.
As a non-profit organization, ATU accepts donations to support its mission. Donations are non-refundable, except in cases of processing errors. Event registration fees may be refundable based on specific event terms. Please contact us for details.
ATU respects your privacy and handles personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By using the Website, you consent to our data collection and processing practices.
The information, services, and materials provided through the ATU website may contain errors, inaccuracies, or outdated information. ATU and its affiliates reserve the right to update or change the website's content at any time, without notice. Any advice or recommendations provided on the ATU website are for general informational purposes only and should not be used for personal, medical, legal, or financial decision-making. For specific advice tailored to your situation, we encourage you to seek guidance from qualified professionals.
ATU and its partners do not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, availability, or timeliness of any content available on the ATU website. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, all information, services, and materials on the site are provided "as is" without warranties or conditions of any kind, whether express or implied. This includes, but is not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
In no event shall ATU or its partners be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages, including but not limited to damages for loss of data, profits, or use, arising out of your access to, or inability to use, the ATU website, services, or content, regardless of whether such damages are based on contract, tort, negligence, or any other legal theory, and even if ATU has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Some jurisdictions may not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. If you are dissatisfied with any part of the ATU website or with these Terms of Use, your exclusive remedy is to discontinue use of the website.
Our Website may contain links to third-party sites. ATU is not responsible for the content or data practices of these sites and encourages users to review their respective policies.
ATU reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
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Last Updated: March 23, 2025