Thunder Academy T’s & C’s 

1. EVENT DETAILS

  • Event Name: Thunder Academy

  • Duration: 4 weeks

  • Location: Hastings, New Zealand

  • Format: In-person, immersive

  • Eligibility: Participants must be 18 years or older or Parent consent if under the age of 18.

  • The Host reserves the right to refuse or revoke participation at its discretion if Terms are breached.

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2. REGISTRATION & PAYMENT

  • Registration is confirmed only upon:

    • Successful documentation approved

    • $500.00 deposit or paid in full.

  • Academy cost is $3350.00 + Accomodation

  • Prices are listed in USD and include taxes May exclude bank fees, or currency conversion costs.

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3. REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY

  • Deposits are non-refundable.

  • Cancellation up to 3 months before Academy a 50% refund will be given of total amount.

  • Cancellation within 3 months of the event no refund will be given.

  • If the Host cancels the Event, a refund or credit may be issued at the Host’s discretion, excluding travel or accommodation costs.

  • If the participant withdraws due to illness, injury, family matters, or travel disruption, refund will be considered at the Hosts discretion. 

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4. TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION

  • Participants are fully responsible for:

    • International and domestic travel

    • Visas, passports, and immigration compliance

    • Travel insurance (mandatory)

  • You must arrive and leave on the same passport for visa purposes.

  • Accommodation can be arranged independently or through Thunder Academy should beds be available.

  • The Host is not responsible for delays, cancellations, or border restrictions.

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5. HEALTH DISCLOSURE (MANDATORY)

Participants must disclose, prior to arrival, any condition that could affect:

  • Their safety

  • The safety of others

  • Their ability to participate fully

This includes but is not limited to:

  • Mental health conditions (e.g. psychosis, bipolar disorder, severe anxiety, PTSD)

  • Neurological conditions

  • Cardiovascular issues

  • Physical injuries or limitations

  • Infectious or communicable diseases

  • Medication use that may impair judgment or behaviour

Failure to disclose relevant health information may result in immediate removal without refund.

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6. MEDICAL & MENTAL HEALTH RESPONSIBILITY

  • The Event is not a medical, psychological, or therapeutic program.

  • No medical or mental health services are provided on-site.

  • Participants are responsible for:

    • Managing their own health

    • Bringing required medications

    • Seeking medical or psychological care if needed

The Host may, at its sole discretion:

  • Request medical clearance

  • Remove a participant if they pose a risk to themselves or others

  • Contact emergency services if safety is at risk

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7. HEALTH & SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

By attending, you acknowledge:

  • Participation involves physical, emotional, psychological, and environmental risks

  • You voluntarily assume all risks associated with travel, accommodation, group activities, and event participation

You agree to:

  • Follow all safety instructions

  • Act responsibly and respectfully

  • Comply with local laws and venue rules

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8. LIABILITY WAIVER & RELEASE

To the fullest extent permitted by law, you:

  • Release and hold harmless the Host, staff, contractors, volunteers, speakers, and partners from any liability, including:

    • Injury

    • Illness

    • Psychological distress

    • Loss or damage to personal property

    • Death

This applies whether arising from negligence or otherwise, during or related to the Event.

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9. INSURANCE REQUIREMENT

All international participants must hold comprehensive travel insurance, including:

  • Medical and emergency care

  • Mental health coverage

  • Emergency evacuation

  • Repatriation

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10. CONDUCT & BEHAVIOUR

Participants must:

  • Treat others with respect

  • Refrain from harassment, violence, substance abuse, or disruptive behaviour

  • Follow Host guidelines and leadership direction

The Host reserves the right to remove any participant for inappropriate or unsafe behaviour without refund.

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11. ALCOHOL, DRUGS & SUBSTANCES

  • Illegal drugs are strictly prohibited.

  • Alcohol use must comply with local laws and Host guidelines.

  • Any substance use that endangers safety will result in removal.

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12. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

  • All Event content remains the intellectual property of the Host.

  • Recording, reproduction, or distribution without written permission is prohibited.

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13. PHOTOGRAPHY & MEDIA

  • The Event will be photographed and recorded.

  • By attending, you grant permission for your image or likeness to be used for promotional purposes unless you opt out in writing prior to the Event.

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14. FORCE MAJEURE

The Host is not liable for failure or delay due to events beyond reasonable control, including:

  • Natural disasters

  • Pandemics

  • Government restrictions

  • Travel bans

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15. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand Government.

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16. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & ACCEPTANCE

By registering and attending, you confirm that:

  • You have read and understood these Terms

  • You accept full responsibility for your participation

  • You agree to comply fully with all conditions herein