Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: June 1, 2023

Welcome to SKCIN Club. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website, participation in our events, and membership in our organization. By using our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these terms. Please read them carefully.

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the SKCIN Club website, registering for events, becoming a member, or otherwise using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to all the terms and conditions, you must not use our services.

1.1 Age Requirement

You must be at least 13 years old to use our services. If you are under 18 years old, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use the service. Please have them read this agreement with you. If you are a parent or legal guardian of a user under the age of 18, by allowing your child to use the service, you are subject to the terms of this agreement.

1.2 Additional Terms

Certain services or events may have additional terms and conditions. These additional terms will be disclosed to you in connection with the applicable services or events and will govern those specific services in addition to these general Terms and Conditions.

2. Definitions

In these Terms, the following definitions apply:

  • "Account" means the account created by a User to access and use the Services.
  • "Content" means any text, graphics, images, music, software, audio, video, information, or other materials appearing on or through the Services.
  • "Event" means any tournament, bootcamp, workshop, or other activity organized by SKCIN Club.
  • "Member" means a User who has paid for a membership to SKCIN Club.
  • "Services" means all services provided by SKCIN Club, including website access, events, coaching, facility use, and membership benefits.
  • "User" means an individual who accesses or uses the Services.
  • "User Content" means any Content that a User posts, uploads, publishes, submits, or transmits to be made available through the Services.
  • "We," "us," or "our" refers to SKCIN Club.
  • "You" or "your" refers to the User of our Services.

3. Account Registration and Use

3.1 Account Creation

To use certain features of our Services, you may need to register for an Account. When you register, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to update this information to maintain its accuracy. You are responsible for safeguarding your password and for all activities that occur under your Account. You agree to notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your Account.

3.2 Age Requirement

You must be at least 13 years old to create an Account and use our Services. By creating an Account, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years old. If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use our Services.

3.3 One Account Per User

You may not create more than one Account without our express permission. We reserve the right to terminate any duplicate Accounts.

3.4 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your Account at any time for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms. You may also terminate your Account at any time by contacting our customer service.

4. Services and Membership

4.1 Services Description

SKCIN Club provides various services related to esports and gaming, including but not limited to:

  • Access to gaming facilities and equipment
  • Coaching and training programs
  • Tournaments and competitive events
  • Educational workshops and bootcamps
  • Online resources and community

4.2 Membership

SKCIN Club offers different membership tiers with varying benefits and pricing. Detailed information about membership options is available on our website or at our facilities. By purchasing a membership, you agree to:

  • Pay all applicable membership fees
  • Comply with all membership rules and regulations
  • Provide accurate information for your membership profile
  • Use the facilities and equipment responsibly

4.3 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our Services at any time, with or without notice. This includes changing operating hours, available facilities, or service offerings. We will not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of any part of the Services.

4.4 Service Limitations

Certain Services may have capacity limitations or other restrictions. We reserve the right to prioritize access based on membership status, age group, or other factors as determined in our sole discretion.

5. Events and Competitions

5.1 Registration

Participation in events and competitions may require separate registration and fees. By registering for an event, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate registration information
  • Pay all applicable registration fees
  • Comply with event-specific rules and regulations
  • Attend at the specified date, time, and location

5.2 Event Rules

Each event will have specific rules that must be followed. These rules will be provided prior to the event. Failure to comply with event rules may result in disqualification, removal from the event, or other penalties.

5.3 Cancellations and Refunds

Event cancellations and refund policies will be specific to each event and will be communicated at the time of registration. In general:

  • If SKCIN Club cancels an event, participants will be entitled to a full refund or credit
  • If a participant cancels their registration, refund eligibility will depend on the timing of cancellation and the specific event policy
  • No-shows are generally not eligible for refunds

5.4 Event Content and Media

SKCIN Club events may be recorded, photographed, or streamed. By participating in an event, you grant us permission to capture and use your image, voice, gameplay, and name in relation to the event for promotional, educational, or archival purposes without additional compensation.

6. Code of Conduct

SKCIN Club is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all participants. All users of our Services must adhere to the following code of conduct:

6.1 General Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Engage in any form of harassment, bullying, discrimination, or hate speech
  • Use offensive, obscene, or inappropriate language
  • Disrupt or interfere with the experience of other users
  • Damage, misuse, or tamper with facilities, equipment, or property
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Engage in cheating, hacking, or exploiting game vulnerabilities
  • Create multiple accounts to circumvent rules or penalties

6.2 Online Conduct

When using our online services, forums, or chat features, you agree not to:

  • Post or share content that is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, or otherwise objectionable
  • Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent yourself
  • Collect or store personal data about other users without their permission
  • Distribute unsolicited promotional content or spam
  • Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or other malicious code

6.3 Sportsmanship

When participating in competitions and events, you agree to:

  • Compete with integrity and fair play
  • Respect opponents, teammates, spectators, and staff
  • Accept victories graciously and defeats with dignity
  • Follow the specific rules of each event or game
  • Respect the decisions of officials and administrators

6.4 Enforcement

Violations of this Code of Conduct may result in:

  • Warnings or temporary restrictions
  • Removal from events or facilities
  • Temporary or permanent account suspension
  • Termination of membership without refund
  • Reporting to appropriate authorities for serious violations

SKCIN Club staff have the final authority to determine what constitutes a violation of the Code of Conduct and what appropriate actions should be taken.

7. Payments and Fees

7.1 Fee Structure

Fees may be charged for various services, including but not limited to:

  • Membership fees (monthly, quarterly, or annual)
  • Event registration fees
  • Coaching and training program fees
  • Equipment rental fees

Current fee schedules are available on our website or at our facilities.

7.2 Payment Methods

We accept various payment methods, which may include credit/debit cards, bank transfers, and other electronic payment systems. By providing payment information, you represent that you are authorized to use the payment method and agree to the processing of transactions.

7.3 Recurring Payments

Membership subscriptions may involve recurring payments. By signing up for a subscription, you authorize us to charge your payment method on a recurring basis until you cancel. You can cancel recurring payments by contacting us at least 7 days before the next scheduled payment.

7.4 Refunds

Refund policies may vary depending on the service. In general:

  • Membership fees are non-refundable once the membership period has begun
  • Event registration refunds are subject to the specific event's cancellation policy
  • Digital content purchases are generally non-refundable

For more detailed information, please refer to our Refund Policy.

7.5 Price Changes

We reserve the right to change our fees and pricing at any time. Any price changes will be communicated in advance and will apply to billing cycles starting after the notice period.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Our Intellectual Property

The SKCIN Club name, logo, website, and all content, features, and functionality (including but not limited to text, graphics, videos, logos, icons, and images) are owned by SKCIN Club or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

8.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use our Services for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms. You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, publicly display, or publicly perform any of our content
  • Modify, create derivative works from, or reverse engineer any of our content
  • Use our intellectual property in any way that suggests an association with or endorsement by SKCIN Club without our express written permission
  • Use our Services or content for any commercial purpose without our consent

8.3 User Content

By posting, uploading, or submitting User Content to our Services, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such User Content in connection with providing and promoting our Services.

8.4 User Content Representations

You represent and warrant that:

  • You own or have the necessary rights to the User Content you submit
  • Your User Content does not infringe upon the rights of any third party
  • Your User Content complies with these Terms and all applicable laws

8.5 Content Removal

We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or that we find objectionable for any reason, without prior notice.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

YOUR USE OF OUR SERVICES IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

SKCIN CLUB EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT
  • WARRANTIES THAT THE SERVICES WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS OR BE AVAILABLE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE
  • WARRANTIES REGARDING THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR QUALITY OF ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED THROUGH THE SERVICES
  • WARRANTIES THAT DEFECTS IN THE SERVICES WILL BE CORRECTED

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN WARRANTIES, SO SOME OF THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SKCIN CLUB SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES
  • DAMAGES RELATING TO YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF, OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE THE SERVICES
  • DAMAGES RELATING TO ANY CONDUCT OR CONTENT OF ANY THIRD PARTY
  • DAMAGES RESULTING FROM UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR ALTERATION OF YOUR TRANSMISSIONS OR DATA
  • DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ERRORS, MISTAKES, OR INACCURACIES IN THE SERVICES

IN NO EVENT SHALL SKCIN CLUB'S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO SKCIN CLUB FOR USE OF THE SERVICES DURING THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRIOR TO THE CLAIM.

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO SOME OF THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your Account and membership at any time by following the instructions on our website or by contacting us directly. Termination may be subject to specific membership terms, including notice periods and continuing payment obligations.

11.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your Account, membership, or access to our Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Conduct that we believe is harmful to other users, our business, or third parties
  • Failure to pay fees when due
  • Extended periods of inactivity
  • Our inability to verify or authenticate any information you provide

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your right to access and use the Services will immediately cease
  • We may delete or retain your Account information and User Content at our discretion
  • Any fees paid are generally non-refundable
  • Any outstanding payment obligations will remain in effect

11.4 Survival

All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes by:

  • Posting the updated Terms on our website
  • Sending an email to the address associated with your Account
  • Providing a notification through our Services

Your continued use of the Services after the changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must stop using our Services.

For significant changes to these Terms, we will provide at least 30 days' notice before the changes take effect.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within the United Kingdom.

If you are a consumer and have your habitual residence in the EU, you additionally enjoy the protection of the mandatory provisions of the law of your country of residence.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

SKCIN Club
Studio 04s Mandy Loop
Phillipsside OX12 8PJ
United Kingdom

Email: legal@skcin-club.com
Phone: +441657961786