Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: 13 / 05 / 2025
Interpretation
The words with capitalized initial letters have meanings defined under the following conditions. These definitions apply whether the terms appear in singular or plural.
Definitions
For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions:
- Affiliate means any entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with a party.
- Country refers to: South Africa
- Company (also referred to as “Fitness Sage”, “We”, “Us” or “Our”) refers to the owner and operator of the Website.
- Device means any device that can access the Service, such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet.
- Service refers to the Website, programs, challenges, and any digital fitness or nutrition content offered.
- Terms and Conditions (also referred to as “Terms”) means this agreement governing the use of the Service.
- Third-party Social Media Service refers to any services or content provided by third parties that may be displayed or linked via the Service.
- Website refers to Fitness Sage, accessible from https://fitnesssage.co.za
- You means the individual or legal entity using or accessing the Service.
Acknowledgment
These Terms govern your access to and use of the Service. By using the Service, You accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, Waiver of Liability, and Disclaimer. If you do not agree, you must not use the Service.
You confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or have the consent of a legal guardian to access the Service.
Services
Fitness Sage provides digital services including:
- Paid fitness challenges
- On-demand and live workout programs
- Meal plans and nutrition guidance
- Wellness-related digital content
These services are for informational and educational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Health Disclaimer
By participating in our programs, you confirm that:
- You are voluntarily engaging in physical activity.
- You are in good health and aware of no medical condition that would prevent safe participation.
- You will consult your doctor before beginning any new fitness or nutrition program, particularly if pregnant, injured, or living with a medical condition.
Assumption of Risk & Waiver of Liability
You acknowledge and agree that:
- Participation is at your own risk.
- Fitness Sage, its coaches, employees, contractors, and affiliates are not liable for injuries, illness, or damages that result from use of our services.
- You voluntarily release and waive any and all claims against Fitness Sage related to your participation.
Eligibility
To register and use the Service, you must be at least 18 years old or have the permission of a parent or guardian.
Payments and Refund Policy
- All payments for programs and challenges are final and non-refundable, unless otherwise stated.
- You will receive access to digital content upon payment.
- Fitness Sage reserves the right to cancel or reschedule programs. In such cases, a refund or credit may be offered at our discretion.
Intellectual Property
All materials provided—including videos, PDFs, branding, workouts, and other content—are the exclusive property of Fitness Sage.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, resell, or share this content without our prior written consent.
Community Guidelines
By using our services, you agree to:
- Treat staff, coaches, and other participants with respect
- Avoid offensive, discriminatory, or abusive behavior
- Comply with all program and platform rules
Violation may result in removal from the program without refund.
Links to Other Websites
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.
We recommend reviewing their terms and privacy policies before use.
Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service without prior notice if you violate these Terms.
Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Fitness Sage and its suppliers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including but not limited to:
- Loss of data or profits
- Business interruption
- Health issues arising from participation
Our liability shall not exceed the amount actually paid by You or R1,800 (or $100 USD) if no purchase was made.
“AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” Disclaimer
The Service is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis. Fitness Sage disclaims all warranties, including:
- Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
- That the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or virus-free
- That the content will meet your expectations or achieve specific results
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of South Africa. You agree to submit to the jurisdiction of South African courts for any disputes.
Dispute Resolution
If you have any issues or complaints, please contact us first to attempt informal resolution. We aim to resolve all concerns amicably and efficiently.
International Users
If you are located in the European Union, you may be entitled to certain protections under applicable consumer law. These Terms do not affect your statutory rights.
United States Legal Compliance
By using our Service, you confirm that:
- You are not located in a country under U.S. embargo or designated as a “terrorist supporting” country.
- You are not listed on any U.S. government prohibited party list.
Severability and Waiver
Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remainder will remain in full effect.
Waiver: Our failure to enforce a provision is not a waiver of our right to do so later.
Translation Interpretation
These Terms may be provided in other languages. In case of conflict, the English version prevails.
Modifications
Fitness Sage may revise these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Service implies acceptance of the updated Terms.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns, contact us at:
https://fitnesssage.co.za/contact-us/