Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: April 15, 2025
Last Updated: March 1, 2026

Welcome to Trail Rippers (“we”, “us”, “our”). By registering for our programs or using our website, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.

If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our services.

1. Eligibility & Registration

Trail Rippers provides mountain bike coaching programs for children and youth.

Participants must be registered by a parent or legal guardian if under 18 years of age.
All registration information must be accurate and complete.
We reserve the right to refuse or cancel registration if information is inaccurate, incomplete, or if safety concerns arise.

Registration is not confirmed until payment is received and all required waivers and consent forms are completed.

2. Assumption of Risk

Mountain biking is an inherently risky activity that includes, but is not limited to:

Falls and collisions
Changing trail conditions
Uneven terrain
Mechanical failure
Weather-related hazards

By registering, parents/guardians acknowledge and accept that participation involves inherent risks of injury.

All participants must have a signed waiver prior to participation.

3. Equipment Requirements

Participants must provide:

A properly functioning mountain bike
An approved helmet (mandatory)
Appropriate footwear
Weather-appropriate clothing
Water and any required medications

Trail Rippers reserves the right to refuse participation if equipment is deemed unsafe.

4. Participant Conduct

Participants are expected to:

Follow coach instructions at all times
Ride within their ability level
Treat coaches and other riders respectfully
Follow trail etiquette and safety rules

We reserve the right to remove a participant from a session or program without refund if behaviour compromises safety or disrupts the group experience.

5. Weather & Cancellations

Programs may proceed in light rain. However, sessions may be cancelled or modified due to:

Severe weather
Unsafe trail conditions
Air quality concerns
Unforeseen circumstances

If a session is cancelled by Trail Rippers, we may:

Offer a make-up session
Provide a credit toward a future program
Provide a partial refund (at our discretion)

We are not responsible for cancellations due to circumstances beyond our control.

6. Refund Policy

Refunds are subject to the following:

Cancellations made before the program start date may be eligible for a partial refund (administration fees may apply).
No refunds will be issued once a program has started, except in exceptional circumstances at our discretion.
Missed sessions due to illness, scheduling conflicts, or personal reasons are non-refundable.

Refund requests must be submitted in writing to [Insert Email Address].

7. Medical Information & Emergencies

Parents/guardians must disclose any medical conditions, allergies, injuries, or special considerations relevant to participation.

In the event of an emergency:

Trail Rippers staff may administer basic first aid.
Emergency medical services may be contacted if necessary.
Parents/guardians are responsible for any resulting medical costs.

8. Photo & Media Use

Participation in Trail Rippers programs may involve photography or video recording.

Use of identifiable images will only occur with parental/guardian consent, as outlined in our Privacy Policy and media consent forms.

Parents may withdraw media consent in writing at any time for future use.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Trail Rippers, its owners, coaches, contractors, and affiliates are not liable for:

Injury, loss, or damage sustained during participation
Loss or damage to personal property
Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

Participation is at the participant’s own risk, subject to signed waivers.

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability where such exclusion is prohibited under British Columbia law.

10. Website Use

All website content, including text, logos, branding, and program materials, is the property of Trail Rippers and may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without written permission.

We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free website access.

11. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the applicable laws of Canada.

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of British Columbia.

12. Changes to Terms

Trail Rippers reserves the right to update these Terms & Conditions at any time. Updated versions will be posted on our website with the revised effective date.

Continued participation or use of our website constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

13. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Trail Rippers
Email: coach@trailrippers.ca
Phone: 604-317-3570