The Relationship School®
Level Two Relationship Coach Certification Agreement
This Level Two Relationship Coach Certification Agreement (“Agreement”) between the undersigned participant (“I” or “me”) and The Relationship School LLC, a Colorado limited liability company with a principal place of business at 2015 Balsam Dr, Boulder, CO 80304 (“TRS”) sets forth the terms and conditions for my participation in the Relationship Coach Certification Program (the “Program”) and my rights and obligations upon receiving my Level Two Relationship Coach Certification (“Certification”).
The Relationship School® is an instructional course developed by Jayson Gaddis for improving and mastering skills and knowledge necessary to achieve and maintain successful relationships. “Relationship Coaches” are individuals who have undergone specialized training through The Relationship School and have been certified by TRS to coach others in their quest to achieve fulfilling relationships. I understand that, by signing this Agreement, I am entering into a binding agreement that governs my certification and practice as a Level Two Relationship Coach.
Program Fees. The total fee for participation in the Program is $10,500_ (the “Program Fee”). Payment may be made in full in advance no later than _August 21, 2017. Alternatively, an initial deposit of $1,000 may be paid no later than August 1, 2017, with payments of $1,055 due by the first day of each month thereafter until the full Program Fee is paid. Up to $5,250 can be paid in work study as pre-arranged with Jayson Gaddis. All checks should be made payable to The Relationship School LLC. The Program consists of training in 36 course sessions over a 11-month period, with Program training dates provided on the Company’s website, www.jaysongaddis.com. In the event of scheduling conflicts, individual Program training dates and/or times may be rescheduled in the discretion of TRS. No refunds shall be provided for withdrawals or missed training dates.
Certification Requirements. I understand and agree that to become a Level 2 Relationship Coach:
I must attend and satisfactorily complete the full Program.
I must successfully demonstrate mastery of the necessary methods, techniques, practices, dialogue, and principles taught in the Program and pass all exams administered during the Program. Success in such demonstrations and exams shall be determined by TRS in its sole discretion, based on my demonstrated command of the principles and practices taught in the Program. I understand that attendance in the Program does not guarantee that I will become a Level Two Relationship Coach and that Program fees are nonrefundable.
My Rights as a Level Two relationship Coach. If and when I successfully complete the Program and become a Level Two Relationship Coach:
I may refer to myself professionally as a “Relationship School® Certified Level Two Relationship Coach.”
I will be eligible to enter into a separate license agreement with TRS (a “License Agreement”) permitting me to use the “The Relationship School” name and logos (the “Relationship School Trademarks”) in connection with my own coaching services that I practice in accordance with The Relationship School principles as taught to me during the Program as well as certain additional teaching materials, in exchange for certain fees as described more specifically in the License Agreement.
I will be eligible to register for and complete additional training programs, which if passed in the sole discretion of TRS, would qualify me as a Level Two Relationship Coach.
Intellectual Property. I acknowledge and agree that the Relationship School Trademarks are the sole property of TRS and that this Agreement does not give me any right to use the same, except to accurately refer to myself as a “Relationship School® Level Two Certified Relationship Coach” upon successful completion of the Program. I further acknowledge and agree that all instructions and materials provided to me during the Program, including, without limitation, written or printed documents, photographs, audio and video recordings, and software programs, and all copies and derivative works relating thereto, are the sole and exclusive property of TRS (the “Relationship School Materials”), including without limitation all copyrights therein. I may use the Relationship School Materials strictly for my personal knowledge and study and I will not copy, reprint, display, publish, teach, or distribute copies of these materials without the express written consent of TRS (including, without limitation, over the internet). Any use of the Relationship School Trademarks or the Relationship School Materials other than in accordance with this paragraph may result in the termination of my Certification, as well as potential liability for infringement of TRS’s rights in the same.
Waiver and Release. I understand that my participation in the Program involves certain inherent risks, including without limitation discomfort related to the content of the Program and injury or damage resulting from interactions with others at the Program. I freely accept and fully assume all costs, risks, dangers and hazards and the possibility of personal injury, death, property damage, expense and other loss, delay or inconvenience resulting from my participation in the Program or my presence on the premises where the Program is presented. I understand that TRS and its personnel are not responsible for the acts or omissions of other individuals or entities participating in or otherwise involved in the Program and I hereby release, discharge and hold harmless TRS, its employees, officers, managers, directors, members, contractors and agents (the “Released Parties”) from any and all claims, causes of action, damages, losses, liabilities and demands (collectively, “Claims”) arising out of or resulting from or related in any way to the Program, whether caused by the negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise, and promise not to sue or assert against the Released Parties any Claims arising out of or resulting from or related in any way to the Program.
I further understand that TRS or third parties may film, record, photograph or otherwise memorialize the Program or elements thereof for promotional, documentary or other purposes (collectively, “Recordings”), and I hereby consent to be filmed, recorded, photographed, or to otherwise have my appearance and participation in the Program recorded and such Recordings used by TRS for promotional, documentary or other purposes. I understand that I will not be entitled to any payment or right to review or approve any use of such Recordings and that TRS or its assigns shall be the sole owner of all such Recordings and their contents.
Insurance; Indemnification. I agree that I shall maintain at least $1,000,000 per occurrence professional liability insurance covering my work with clients as a Relationship Coach at all times during which I maintain my Certification. Failure to do so may result in the termination of my Certification and all rights conferred upon me under this Agreement.
I understand that my practice as a Relationship Coach is my responsibility and that TRS does not conduct any ongoing oversight or instruction, or otherwise have any relationship or liability in connection with my business or practice. I will, at my own expense, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless TRS and its owners, directors, officers, employees, agents and representatives from and against any and all liabilities, claims, causes of action, suits, damages, including without limitation, suits for personal injury or death of third parties, and expenses, including reasonable attorney fees and expenses, for which TRS becomes liable or may incur or be compelled to pay arising from my actions or omissions (including without limitation arising from my practice as a Relationship Coach) or my breach of this Agreement.
No Franchise or Agency. I am not, and will not hold myself out to be, a franchisee, employee, subcontractor, representative, affiliate or agent of TRS. I agree that this Agreement does not establish a franchise, joint venture, agency, partnership or employer-employee relationship between the parties. I acknowledge and agree that my coaching and business activities are not overseen, engaged, or directed by TRS and TRS does not provide operating assistance of any kind in connection with any such business activities.
No Assignment. Any rights granted to me under this Agreement are strictly personal and may not be transferred or assigned.
Termination of Certification. My Certification will terminate, and all rights granted to me under this Agreement will automatically terminate, upon the first to occur of: (a) my failure to comply with any terms or conditions of this Agreement; or (b) my failure to fully comply with the standards established from time to time by TRS for its Relationship Coaches. Upon termination of my Certification, I agree to immediately cease any reference to myself as a “Relationship School® Level Two Relationship Coach.”
Warranty Disclaimers. TRS shall have no liability as a result of or arising out of the Program, the Relationship School Materials, this Agreement, or any other materials or services provided by TRS. TRS hereby disclaims any representations or warranties whatsoever regarding this Agreement and the products, services, or transactions contemplated herein, including (without limitation), any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or non-infringement or implied warranties arising out of course of dealing, course of performance, or usage of trade.
Notices. All payments and notices required by this Agreement shall be deemed received upon personal hand delivery; seventy-two (72) hours after depositing such payment or notice in the US mail with proper postage addressed to the proper party at the address provided herein; or twenty-four (24) hours after depositing such payment or notice with a recognized overnight carrier for overnight delivery to the proper party at the address provided herein. Payments and notices shall be addressed to TRS at the address first set forth above, to me at the address set forth below my signature at the bottom of this Agreement, or such other address as either party may provide to the other in writing pursuant to this Section 12.
Miscellaneous Provisions. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Colorado, including all matters of construction, validity and performance. The parties agree that any action or proceeding commenced under or with respect to this Agreement shall be brought only in the county or district courts of Boulder County, Colorado, and the parties irrevocably consent to the jurisdiction of such courts and waive any right to alter or change venue, including by removal. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties hereto concerning the matters covered herein and supersedes all prior agreements and/or understandings, between the parties, whether written or oral, concerning the matters addressed herein; and there are no understandings, agreements, representations or warrants, express or implied, which are not specified in writing and signed by the parties hereto. In the event that any of the terms of this Agreement are or become illegal or unenforceable, such terms shall be null and void and shall be deemed deleted from this Agreement, and all the remaining terms of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. Except as otherwise expressly provided herein, the parties may amend this Agreement, from time to time, in writing signed by duly authorized officers of the parties. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement, nor consent to any departure by either party therefrom, shall in any event be effective unless the same shall be in writing and signed by a duly authorized officer of the party to be charged with the waiver or consent, and then such waiver or consent shall be effective only in the specific instance and for the specific purpose for which given. In the event either party institutes any legal action to enforce or construe any provision of this Agreement (including in any arbitration or mediation), the non-prevailing party shall pay to the prevailing party the reasonable costs and expenses (including legal fees) incurred by such prevailing party in connection therewith
Jayson Gaddis LLC Participant:
By:
Jayson Gaddis, President
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