IBJJF Membership Application

IBJJF Membership Application

Recitals

WHEREAS, Applicant seeks to obtain membership in the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) to participate in IBJJF-sanctioned events, rankings, and organizational activities; and

WHEREAS, IBJJF administers membership privileges, competitive eligibility, athlete records and related services and desires to accept the Applicant as a member subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Membership Agreement; and

WHEREAS, the parties wish to memorialize the scope of membership services, payment obligations, confidentiality, liability release and other material terms that govern the relationship between IBJJF and the Applicant.

Applicant Information

Date of Birth:    Nationality:    Gender:

Membership Selection

Select desired membership category (check all that apply):

Scope of Membership Services

The services IBJJF will provide to the Applicant as a member are described below. Applicant acknowledges that specific event eligibility and services may be subject to separate event rules and qualification criteria.

Payment Terms

Membership Fee Amount:

Late Payment Fee:

Payment obligations are due in accordance with the payment schedule above. Failure to timely pay may result in suspension of membership privileges and eligibility. Applicant shall remain liable for any reasonable collection costs and interest permitted by law.

Term and Termination

This Agreement commences on the effective date and continues for the term specified below unless earlier terminated in accordance with this section.

Effective Date:    Term End Date:

Notice Period for Termination: days prior written notice required for non-renewal or termination without cause.

IBJJF may suspend or terminate membership immediately for cause, including but not limited to fraud, willful violation of IBJJF rules, failure to pay fees, or conduct that materially harms IBJJF or other members. Termination for cause is without prejudice to any remedies available to IBJJF at law or in equity.

Confidentiality

During the term and for a period of two (2) years thereafter, each party shall maintain in confidence and not disclose to any third party Confidential Information of the other party. "Confidential Information" includes non-public membership data, disciplinary records, proprietary ranking methodology, financial terms, and unpublished event criteria. Confidential Information does not include information that is or becomes public through no breach by the receiving party, is independently developed, or is required to be disclosed by law or a competent authority, provided notice is given to the disclosing party where legally permissible.

A breach of this confidentiality obligation shall entitle the non-breaching party to injunctive relief and any other remedies available at law or equity.

Release, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity

Applicant acknowledges that participation in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and IBJJF events carries inherent risk of bodily injury, disability, or death. Applicant hereby assumes all risks related to participation and release IBJJF, its officers, directors, agents, event organizers and affiliates from any and all claims, liabilities, demands or causes of action arising from Applicant's membership or participation, except to the extent caused by IBJJF's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

Applicant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless IBJJF from any third-party claims arising from Applicant's conduct, breach of this Agreement, or failure to comply with IBJJF rules.

Compliance and Code of Conduct

Applicant agrees to abide by all IBJJF rules, code of conduct, anti-doping policies and any event-specific regulations. Violations may result in disciplinary action up to and including suspension or permanent expulsion from IBJJF membership.

Governing Law; Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of without regard to conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising out of this Agreement shall be resolved by the courts located within that jurisdiction, unless the parties mutually agree in writing to alternate dispute resolution.

Entire Agreement

This Membership Agreement, together with any schedules, waivers and membership selections completed by Applicant, constitutes the entire agreement between Applicant and IBJJF concerning membership and supersedes all prior agreements, understandings and representations, whether written or oral. No amendment will be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.

Medical Information & Emergency Contact

Certifications and Consent

By signing below, Applicant certifies that all information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of Applicant's knowledge. Applicant consents to the collection and use of contact and membership data by IBJJF for membership administration, event registration and communications. Applicant grants permission for IBJJF to use photographs or video of Applicant taken at events for promotional purposes unless Applicant objects in writing.

Sign Now