The small print.

This Agreement is between Gym Facility: YardAthletic @ Jamaica Yard with premises at 3 Jamaica St, Edinburgh, EH3 6HH, hereinafter referred to as the ‘Gym Owner’ and the relevant Personal Trainer, hereinafter referred to as ‘PT’

Terms of Agreement

This Agreement is effective as of the PT’s first booking and will continue on a monthly basis unless terminated in accordance with Section 6 (Cancellation).

PT Responsibilities

  1. The PT must hold a valid Level 3 Personal Trainer certification from a recognised UK body such as REPs or CIMSPA.

  2. The PT must maintain up-to-date First Aid and CPR certifications and provide copies to the Gym Owner upon request.

  3. Professional Conduct: The PT agrees to conduct themselves professionally at all times, treating clients, Jamaica Yard members, and staff with respect. 

  4. Client Safety: The PT is responsible for ensuring that all clients follow proper safety procedures and that the equipment is used correctly.

  5. Client Waivers: All clients of the PT must sign a waiver of liability, absolving the Gym Owner from any claims resulting from injuries sustained during personal training sessions.

  6. Health and Safety: The PT agrees to follow standard health and safety policies, including compliance with fire safety, emergency evacuation, and public health protocols.

Gym Owner Responsibilities

  1. The Gym Owner will provide a full professional clean of the entire gym twice weekly.

  2. The Gym Owner will provide cleaning equipment for PT usage.

  3. The Gym Owner is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all gym equipment.

  4. The Gym Owner will provide all new PTs with guidance on the usage of our booking system.  

  5. The Gym Owner will be available for any additional support and queries about the space between 8am and 6pm Monday-Friday.

Gym Facility Usage

  1. The PT is granted access to the YardAthletic gym facilities for the sole purpose of providing personal and small group training sessions to their clients.

  2. The PT must book each session in advance, using the online booking system to avoid conflicts with other PTs. Any scheduling conflicts must be directly resolved between PTs.   

Payment Terms

  1. The PT agrees to pay a facility usage fee of £12 per hour to the Gym Owner. Please note, all hours recorded on Skedda will be charged. 

  2. The Gym Owner will invoice the PT by the end of each month in accordance to hours recorded on the booking system. 

  3. The PT must pay this invoice within 14 working days.

Insurance and Liability

  1. The Gym Owner is not liable for any injury, damage, or loss sustained by the PT, clients, or third parties during training sessions.

  2. The PT agrees to indemnify and hold the Gym Owner harmless from any claims, damages, or costs arising from the PT’s activities within the facility.

  3. The PT is responsible for any damage caused to the gym equipment or property by themselves or their clients.

  4. The PT is required to maintain adequate public liability and professional indemnity insurance for the duration of this Agreement and must provide a valid certificate to the Gym Owner upon request.

Cancellation Policy

  1. The Gym Owner may terminate this Agreement with 30 days’ written notice or immediately for any material breach of this Agreement, including non-payment or unprofessional conduct.

  2. The PT may terminate this Agreement with 30 days’ written notice.

  3. Either party may terminate this Agreement immediately in the event of illegal activity, gross misconduct, or damage caused by the PT or their clients.