Events

By participating in any Boundless Bonds Event, you acknowledge and agree to the below conditions:

Definitions

Boundless Bonds means the holder of ABN 42 422 792 312

Event means any activity planned, organised or advertised by Boundless Bonds or The Organisers including private sessions.

Participants means any person who is attending an Event whether having paid for that attendance. 

Photography means any way of capturing electronic or printed images.

The Organisers means any person who is involved in running, assisting, or teaching, at a Boundless Bonds event or private session.

Terms and Conditions

1. You must be over 18 years of age to participate in Boundless Bonds Events

2. Boundless Bonds and The Organisers reserve the right to cancel or alter any Event, including but not limited to the date, location, and activities, without prior notice. This right is exercised at The Organiser’s sole discretion.

3. You acknowledge that changes to an Event may occur without notice and agree that Boundless Bonds and The Organisers shall not be liable for any costs, losses, or damages resulting from such changes.

4. You acknowledge and agree that your participation in activities at any Event may result in your personal injury or death, and you agree that attendance and or participation is at your sole risk and responsibility.

5. By attending an Event, you agree to release, waive, and discharge Boundless Bonds and The Organisers from all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action that may arise from your attendance at, or changes to, or cancellation of, the Event.

6. You agree that your Photography, at any Event will not include any other persons or their property without their explicit consent. This does not mean removing them from a photo before publishing it, it means that you will not take a photo that includes someone else without their consent. You acknowledge and agree that Boundless Bonds and The Organisers are not liable or responsible for ensuring Participants meet this condition. 

7. You acknowledge that Boundless Bonds Events are drug and alcohol free, including smoking and vaping. You agree not to smoke, vape, drink alcohol or take drugs on the premises while attending an Event. You must not attend an Event if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs (including prescription drugs) to the point that it is not legal to drive a car (whether or not you drive a car). This condition does not apply to Events held at a licensed premises or public place that allows smoking, vaping or alcohol.

8. Body-centred rope tying can induce a feeling of vulnerability for Participants. Boundless Bonds promotes a safe space to come together for exploring this activity. You agree that you will not touch another person or their property at an Event in any way that they have not consented to at an Event. For clarity, this means they must consent AT THE EVENT you are attending.

9. When people are tying, they can become deeply focused on their partner and the scene they are sharing. You agree not to interrupt, interfere with, or disturb other Participant’s scenes or aftercare. This includes loud and/or disruptive noise while others are tying. If you have safety concerns about an activity being undertaken, please notify one of the Organisers immediately.

10. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Boundless Bonds, The Organisers, and other Participants, from any claims, actions, or proceedings resulting from your attendance and or participation at an Event, including those arising from changes, cancellations, or any incidents that may occur during the Event.

11. Notwithstanding clauses 5 and 10, if applicable law prohibits the exclusion or limitation of liability as provided herein, you acknowledge and agree that the maximum liability of The Organisers to any Participants including you, for any claim arising out of participation in an Event, including but not limited to cancellation, changes, or any incidents occurring during an Event, shall not exceed the amount paid by the Participant for their ticket. You understand and agree that this limitation of liability is a fundamental condition of your participation in an Event, and the event would not be provided without such a limitation.

12. You acknowledge that if you fail to abide by these Terms and Conditions you may be evicted from an Event and may be refused attendance at future Events. 

13. You acknowledge and agree that whilst compliance with these Terms and Conditions is mandatory for attending an Event, Boundless Bonds and The Organisers are not liable or responsible for enforcing them.

SAFETY BASICS

If you intend tying at an Event and have not undertaken the Boundless Bonds basics workshop, you should ensure you are aware of basic safety principles. There are some excellent resources available online that discuss essential safety aspects associated with practicing body-centred rope tying and we highly recommend that you read some of these before you begin tying or being tied or attending our events. Here are a couple to get you started:

                  · Rope Study in Virginia USA - https://ropestudy.com/learn/#learn-online 

                  · Rope 365 - https://rope365.com/safety/

At an absolute basic level, you should at least be aware of the following: 

Like any art form that delves into the realms of the emotional and the physical, this practice requires careful consideration. It demands an awareness of one's own limits and the limits of their partner if tying with someone else, a willingness to communicate openly, and a commitment to safety above all else. It is a practice where boundaries are not only respected but celebrated, where consent is paramount, and where the experience is a delicate dance between vulnerability and strength.

Preparation

Getting on the same page – negotiation and consent

· What does ‘doing rope’ mean to you, vs a partner?

· What is ‘okay’ and ‘not okay’? No go zones?

· Any injuries, sensitivities, emotional state?

Are you physically and mentally good to go?

· Slept well, 

· eaten something, 

· well hydrated, 

· gone to the bathroom?

Make sure you have safety shears with you before you start tying!