TERMS OF SERVICE

Effective Date: 6/14/2025

Welcome to Rockaway Beach Pickleball Club (“RBPC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website located at https://rockawaypickleball.com (“Website”), the PodPlay application (“PodPlay App”), and any related services, events, programming, and communications (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

1. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or have the consent of a parent or legal guardian to use our Services. By using our Services, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement.

2. Account Registration

To reserve courts, participate in events, or access certain features, you may be required to create an account on the PodPlay App. You agree to provide accurate and complete information and to keep it updated. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities under your account.

3. Use of Services

You agree to use our Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not:
Use the Services in any way that violates any applicable laws
Harass, threaten, or harm other users
Misuse or interfere with the functioning of the Website or PodPlay App
Impersonate any person or entity
Use our name, logo, or branding without prior written consent

4. Bookings, Fees, and Payments

Court reservations, programming, and memberships may involve fees. All payments are processed securely via PodPlay or authorized third-party platforms. Fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated. We reserve the right to change pricing and service availability at any time.

5. Events and Programming

By signing up for events or programming, you agree to any additional terms provided during registration. We reserve the right to cancel, reschedule, or modify programs at our discretion. Participation is at your own risk, and you may be required to sign a waiver.

6. Code of Conduct

RBPC is committed to fostering a safe and respectful community. You agree to treat all players, staff, and community members with respect. We reserve the right to remove users from events or restrict access to our Services for violations of these standards.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on our Website, including text, images, logos, and design, is owned or licensed by RBPC and protected under intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

8. Third-Party Services

Our Services may link to or integrate with third-party platforms such as PodPlay. We are not responsible for the content, privacy, or practices of any third-party service. Your use of third-party services is governed by their terms.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, RBPC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of your use of the Services. Our liability is limited to the amount you paid, if any, for accessing our Services in the 12 months preceding the claim.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless RBPC and its affiliates, officers, and staff from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of the Services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Services at any time, with or without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is otherwise harmful to our community.

12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you by posting the updated version on our Website. Continued use of the Services after such updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, please contact us:
Rockaway Beach Pickleball Club
Email: rbpickleball97@gmail.com
Website: https://rockawaypickleball.com

Thank you for being part of the Rockaway Beach Pickleball Club community!