Volleyball NSW

Conditions of Membership

In applying for membership with Volleyball NSW (VNSW), individuals acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

1. Membership will include affiliation with their club (where applicable), Volleyball NSW, and Volleyball Australia (VA).
2. All memberships, regardless of the date of purchase, will expire annually on 31 March.
3. All members must register through a VNSW-affiliated club. For assistance in finding a club, click here.
   1. VNSW reserves the right to permit direct membership with VNSW for certain programs and events.
4. By joining a VNSW-affiliated club, individuals automatically become members of VNSW. Members agree to adhere to all applicable rules, regulations, by-laws, and safeguards designed to provide a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
   
   1. VNSW retains the right to revoke membership for any breach of these obligations.
5. Except as required by law and to the extent such exclusions are permitted, individuals agree that as a condition of membership, VNSW and VA are absolved of all liability for any injury, loss, or damage (including fatal incidents) arising from membership or participation in any VNSW or VA activities.
6. In consideration of VNSW and VA accepting an application for membership, the individual agrees to:
   
   1. Fully release and discharge VNSW and VA from any and all claims, liabilities, or demands that may arise, or could have arisen, in connection with their membership or participation in any VNSW and VA activities, except where such claims are not permitted to be excluded by law.
   2. Indemnify and hold harmless VNSW and VA, to the extent permitted by law, against any claims, liabilities, or demands made by any third party, including but not limited to other members or affiliates of VNSW and VA, arising from or in connection with their membership or participation in any VNSW and VA activities.
7. Members declare that they are, and will remain, medically and physically fit to participate in any VNSW and VA activities. They must not pose a risk to their own health and safety or that of others. Members agree to promptly notify VNSW and VA in writing of any changes to their fitness or ability to participate. They acknowledge and accept that VNSW and VA will rely on this declaration as confirmation of their ongoing fitness and ability to participate.
8. Individuals warrant that all information they provide to VNSW and VA is accurate, complete, and truthful.
9. Individuals provide information necessary for VNSW and VA’s objectives and consent to its use for general business purposes and membership services. They have the right to access their information through VNSW and acknowledge that VNSW and VA may collect, use, or share their information as permitted by law.
10. Individuals consent to VNSW and VA capturing their image, including photographs and video recordings, during participation in VNSW and VA activities. They acknowledge that VNSW and VA hold ownership rights to these materials and may use them for promotional or other purposes without requiring additional consent. Furthermore, individuals agree to the use of their name, image, and likeness in connection with VNSW and VA activities for promotional purposes across any form of media.
11. The VNSW Board reserves the right to reject membership applications or revoke membership at its discretion and at any time.

Volleyball is an inherently dangerous activity, with the potential for serious accidents that may result in injury or death. By applying for membership, individuals confirm they have voluntarily read and understood this warning and accept the inherent risks associated with the sport.

By applying for VNSW membership, individuals agree they have read, understood, and acknowledged all terms and conditions outlined in this document. This includes, but is not limited to, the acknowledgment of inherent risks associated with volleyball, compliance with membership rules and obligations, consent for the use of personal information and images, and the release and indemnity provisions. Upon successful application, they will be entitled to the benefits, privileges, and services of VNSW and VA membership at the level applied for and purchased. As registered members, individuals agree to conduct themselves in a manner that upholds the reputation of themselves, VNSW, VA, and the sport of volleyball. Failure to adhere to these standards may result in sanctions imposed by one or more of the aforementioned bodies.

Illawarra Volleyball Association

Membership Declaration:

I hereby apply for membership of IVA, VNSW and VA. In applying and in consideration of my application for membership being accepted,

I acknowledge and agree that:

1. If accepted I will be a member of Illawarra Volleyball Association, Volleyball NSW, and Volleyball Australia.
2. “IVA” for the purposes of this membership application and declaration means and includes Illawarra Volleyball Association Inc. and by extension Volleyball NSW (VNSW) and Volleyball Australia (VA) and where the context so permits, their respective directors, officers, members, servants or agents.
3. Insurance is in place that provides limited cover to me whilst I am performing or participating in any authorised or recognised IVA activity (“IVA Activity”). (For insurance details contact the VNSW Office.) I can, in my own interests, seek and obtain personal insurances over and above the cover provided by IVA. 
4. The IVA Constitution is a contract between me and IVA. I will be bound by it and any By-Laws and policies made under it. It is necessary and reasonable for promoting IVA and Volleyball. For the avoidance of doubt, I acknowledge and agree to comply with the Constitutions, By-Laws and policies of IVA if my application is accepted.
5. Warning: Volleyball can be inherently dangerous. Serious accidents can happen which may result in me being injured or even killed. I have voluntarily read and understood this warning and accept and assume the inherent risks in Volleyball.
6. Exclusion of Liability: Except where provided or required by law and such cannot be excluded, I agree that it is a term of my membership (if accepted) that IVA is absolved from all liability however arising from injury or damage however caused (whether fatal or otherwise) arising out of my membership and/or participation in any IVA Activity.
7. Release and Indemnity: In consideration of IVA accepting my application for membership I:
   • release and forever discharge IVA from all Claims that I may have or may have had but for this release arising from or in connection with my membership and/or participation in any IVA Activity; and
   • indemnify and hold harmless IVA to the extent permitted by law in respect of any Claim by any person including but not only another Member of IVA arising as a result of or in connection with my membership and/or participation in any IVA Activity.
   • In this clause “Claims” means and includes any action, suit, proceeding, claim, demand, damage, penalty, cost or expense however arising but does not include a claim in respect of any action, suit, etc made by any person entitled to make a claim under a relevant IVA insurance policy or under the IVA Constitution or any By-Laws.
8. Fitness to Participate: I declare that I am and must continue to be medically and physically fit and able to participate in any IVA Activity. I am not and must not be a danger to myself or to the health and safety of others. I will immediately notify IVA in writing of any change to my fitness and ability to participate. I understand and accept that IVA will continue to rely upon this declaration as evidence of my fitness and ability to participate.
9. I have provided the information required and signed this form. I warrant that all information provided is true and correct.
10. Privacy: I understand that the information I have provided is necessary for the objectives of IVA. I acknowledge and agree that the information will be disclosed by IVA to VNSW and VA and will only be used for the objects of IVA, general business and to provide me with membership services. I understand that I will be able to access my information through IVA and VNSW. If the information is not provided my membership application may be rejected. I understand that IVA may also collect, use, and exchange my information in other ways where permitted by law.
11. Copyright and right to use image: I acknowledge and consent to photographs being taken of me during my participation in IVA Activities. I acknowledge that the photographs are owned by IVA and that they may use the photographs for promotional or other purposes without my further consent being obtained. Further, I consent to IVA using my name, image, likeness and my performance in the IVA Activities, at any time, to promote the Activities by any form of media.

I have read, understood, acknowledge, and agree to the above declaration including the warning, exclusion of liability, release, and indemnity. I acknowledge that if my application for membership is successful, I will be entitled to all benefits, advantages, privileges, and services of IVA membership.