By becoming a Member (Member or Competitor) of the OCB Natural Events, LLC (OCB,) I agree to the following terms of membership and conditions of competition in OCB sanctioned events:

1. Understanding of OCB Purpose. I understand that OCB is an organization that promotes only Natural Fitness Competitions. “Natural” means that the use of performance or appearance enhancing drugs, as defined by the (WADA) World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is prohibited for seven years (for most substances, some exclusions may apply) prior to competing in any OCB sanctioned event.

2. Drug Testing. OCB Competitors are required to be free of the performance-enhancing substances that are listed at OCB Banned Substance List. OCB and/or contest promoters may use, in their discretion, a variety of drug screening methods to determine a potential competitor’s drug-free status, including but not limited to polygraph and urine testing. Competitors who fail drug screening, either before an event (e.g., by failing a polygraph test) or after an event (e.g., by failing a urine test), may be disqualified from that event and may forfeit any title or prize awarded pending a review of the test results and confirmation of the positive result under the WADA suspension process. OCB may implement a provisional suspension or disqualification pending a WADA hearing request. OCB reserves the right to note a final determination of disqualification in the official results of the event at which the disqualification occurred. While OCB does not intentionally release the name of any Competitor who fails a drug screening including urine test, polygraph test, or any other screening test, OCB cannot guarantee the information about any specific Competitor will not become public through other sources, including the Competitor communicating the information to third parties.
It is the Competitor’s personal duty to ensure that no Prohibited Substance enters their body. Competitors are responsible for the contents of anything, including but not limited to, food and supplements which they ingest or with which they come into contact. OCB and its directors, officers, and members, OCB-affiliated federations, each event’s promoters, and any sponsors, agents, or representatives of directors, do not endorse, recommend, suggest, or otherwise promote any type or brand of supplement.

3. Generally, refunds for event fees, polygraph, and/or other drug screening fees are at the discretion of the Promoter regardless of the cause of the request for refund.

4. Compliance with OCB Decisions. Pending or following the results of any form of testing used to detect my use of banned substances, I agree to abide by the decision of OCB and/or contest promoters concerning my participation in an OCB-sanctioned competition. I acknowledge that OCB and/or each competition’s promoters have the right to choose the administrator or laboratory that conducts the substance screenings. Understanding that false-positive results occasionally occur, I nevertheless agree to accept the results of said testing, whatever they may be.

5. Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Liability. I recognize that there are certain inherent risks associated with Fitness Competitions and I assume full responsibility for personal injury to myself and (if applicable) my family members, and further release and discharge OCB, its officers, affiliates, directors, employees, representatives, promoters, sponsors, and agents for all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out of my or my family’s use of or presence upon the facilities of OCB, whether caused by the fault of myself, my family, OCB or other third parties. I hereby waive and release any claims or demands against OCB, its representatives, sponsors, and promoters that may arise out of my participation in an OCB-sanctioned event or my membership in the OCB, other than claims or demands arising out of willful or illegal misconduct. I hereby intend to legally bind myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, and waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I may have against the facility owners, OCB and its directors, officers, and members, OCB-affiliated federations, each event’s promoters, and any sponsors, agents, or representatives, for any injuries suffered by me as a result of my participation in and/or losses suffered by me as a result of my participation and/or attendance at any OCB-sanctioned competition.

6. Notice. I consent to the use of email (using the address I provide OCB) as the means of receiving and sending legal documents and notices from OCB. My consent given through electronic means, such as by checking a box on OCB’s website to indicate agreement or by replying to an OCB email, shall have the same force and effect as though I had signed a paper document and physically sent it to OCB.

7. Duration of Membership. I acknowledge that membership in OCB lasts one year (365 days) from the date I join OCB as a member and may be renewed at OCB’s sole discretion upon the payment of each year’s annual dues.
OCB Professional Members (Pro) must maintain their Pro membership and keep it active at all times, including years when they do not compete. Pro memberships automatically renew each year on the anniversary of the date the Pro originally joined OCB. If there is a change in billing information that is not communicated prior to the automatic renewal, or if the membership lapses for any reason, OCB may charge a minimum $100 reinstatement fee.

8. Publication Permission. I hereby grant OCB event promoters, OCB, any OCB-approved social media, magazine, website, video or entertainment organization and all of their agent’s successors, licensees and assignees, the right to photograph or otherwise reproduce my voice, appearance and name and exhibit, distribute, and/or transmit any and all media, including without limitation, by means of still photography, motion pictures, radio, television, printing, Internet/websites, or any other medium now known or hereafter devised, including audio with respect to any merchandising, advertising, and/or publicity and the right to use my name and information about me in connection with any of the foregoing. No further compensation shall be obligated to me at any time in connection therewith. Nothing contained herein shall be deemed to obligate, OCB and/or any OCB-approved social media, magazine, video, website, or any approved video entertainment organization to photograph or otherwise reproduce my voice, appearance, or name, or to make use of any of the rights granted herein. Members waive any right to inspect or approve the finished materials in which their likeness appears and release OCB from any claims related to the use of such materials, provided the use is lawful and consistent with OCB’s mission.

9. Non-solicitation. During the membership period and / or while attending or competing in any OCB event, Competitor will not directly or indirectly solicit business from, or attempt to sell, license, or provide the same or similar products or services as are now provided to, any member, customer, client, or other competitor of OCB. Nor shall Competitor use OCB’s existing client’s demographic and confidential information obtained through attendance at an event or through social media or other means to solicit and /or transfer business to any competing entity. Further, Competitor will not directly or indirectly solicit, induce, or attempt to induce any member of OCB to terminate his or her membership with OCB.

10. Policy of Professionalism. I agree to contact OCB directly, and privately, about any grievance(s), prior to making any public statements or taking any other action about said grievance(s), to allow opportunities for any potential misunderstandings or misconceptions to be addressed. I acknowledge that if this step is not taken prior to publicly stating or publishing disparaging remarks about OCB, or any of its Officers, representatives, judges, or staff, that OCB membership can be terminated immediately, without any full or partial refund, and that OCB reserves the right to not allow me to participate in any future OCB events.

11. Event Cancellation Policy and Force Majeure.
a. If an OCB competitor withdraws from an OCB event at any time after they register for the event, OCB and/or the Promotor or Sponsor is not required to refund the entry fee. Refunds are given at the discretion of the Promotor (See Section 3.)
b. If OCB and/or the Promotor or Sponsor cancels an event, registration fees will be refunded. Any other expenses incurred, including but not limited to travel or lodging related expenses, will not be refunded by OCB and/or the Promotor or Sponsor.
c. Sometimes unexpected events happen that make it impossible for OCB to meet their responsibilities under this Agreement. These events may include natural disasters, fires, floods, earthquakes, pandemics, wars, acts of terrorism, major power or internet outages, government actions, labor strikes, or any other situation beyond a party’s reasonable control (called a “Force Majeure Event”).
If a Force Majeure Event occurs, OCB will not be held responsible for delays or failures to perform while that event is happening. OCB must let the Member know as soon as possible and make reasonable efforts to resume normal performance once the situation improves.
If the Force Majeure Event lasts more than 60 days, either the Organization or the Member may end this Agreement by providing written notice. Ending the Agreement this way will not create any penalty or extra liability for either side, except for anything owed by the Member before the event began.

12. Responsibility for Coaches, Guests, and Backstage Conduct. Members are fully responsible for the behavior, actions, and compliance of any individual they invite or bring to an OCB-sanctioned event, including but not limited to coaches, assistants, friends, or guests (“Guests”).
Members must ensure that their Guests, including any coaches accompanying them backstage, follow all event rules, staff instructions, and backstage access guidelines at all times. Any violation of OCB policies or disruptive behavior by a Member’s Guest may result in disciplinary action against the Member, including but not limited to warnings, fines, removal from the event, suspension, or termination of OCB membership without refund.
Members agree to indemnify and hold harmless OCB Natural Events, LLC, its promoters, officers, agents, staff, and volunteers from any claims, damages, or losses arising out of the conduct or actions of their Guests, including any injury, property damage, or rule violation occurring backstage or in any restricted area.

13. Intellectual Property. The OCB name, logos, trademarks, event titles, and related materials are the exclusive property of OCB Natural Events, LLC. Members may not use OCB’s name, logos, or other intellectual property for commercial purposes, endorsements, or promotions without OCB’s prior written consent.

14. Dispute Resolution. Pursuant to Section 9 and for any other disputes, the parties will attempt to resolve any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement through friendly negotiations amongst the parties. If the matter is not resolved by negotiation, the parties will resolve the dispute using the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) procedure. Any controversies or disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement will be submitted to mediation in accordance with any statutory rules of mediation. If mediation is not successful in resolving the entire dispute or is unavailable, any outstanding issues will be submitted to final and binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitrator’s award will be final, and judgment may be entered upon it by any court having proper jurisdiction.

15. Participation Privileges. I acknowledge OCB reserves the right to refuse organization membership to individuals at their discretion, and that OCB promoters reserve the right to refuse registration for contests at their discretion.

16. Applicable Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Each Member, including any international Member, hereby agrees that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in the State of Delaware, and the Member expressly consents to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
Members who reside or are located outside the United States agree that participation in the Organization and acceptance of membership benefits constitute an express waiver of any objection to such jurisdiction or venue, including on the grounds of inconvenient forum or lack of personal jurisdiction.

17. Compliance with Laws and Regulations. Each Member is responsible for knowing and following all laws, rules, and regulations that apply to their membership and participation in OCB. This includes any country, state, provincial, or local laws that govern athletic participation, bodybuilding competitions, health and fitness activities, or membership in sports organizations.
Members are also responsible for making sure that their activities, training, and competition participation comply with any requirements related to health, safety, eligibility, anti-doping, or athletic licensing that may apply in their area.
OCB is not responsible for ensuring that a Member’s participation complies with any local or national laws. By joining, Members agree to take full responsibility for meeting all legal or regulatory obligations that apply to them.

18. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Member and OCB and supersedes any prior agreements, understandings, or representations, whether written or oral, concerning OCB membership. This Agreement is binding upon the Member and OCB and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

19. Severability. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of this Agreement, whether standing alone or as applied to a particular occurrence or circumstance, shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of this Agreement or of any other applications of such provision and such invalid or unenforceable provision shall be deemed not to be a part of this Agreement.

20. Modification of Agreement. From time to time this Agreement may be modified by OCB. Modifications will be communicated in writing to the email address provided pursuant to Section 5 of this Agreement.

21. Electronic Acceptance. By checking a box, clicking “I Agree,” or submitting this membership form electronically, the Member acknowledges that they have read and agree to be bound by this Agreement. Electronic acceptance shall have the same force and effect as a manual signature.