Terms and Conditions

General Terms and Conditions of Participation of the Munich Football School Dubai (MFS)

1. Scope, Contracting Parties & Subject Matter of the Contract

1.1. These General Terms and Conditions (GTC) apply between the customer (hereinafter referred to as the “Customer”) and MFS, Schuppke, Niedermeier & Partner GbR as licensee of Schuppke & Niedermeier Franchise GbR of the Münchner Fussball Schule / MFS (hereinafter referred to as “MFS”).

1.2. MFS provides various services depending on the assignment. In particular, MFS offers individual and group football training, fitness, speed, and coordination training, training and further education of coaches (including support), as well as team support. These services may be offered as recurring (especially weekly) courses/sessions or as individual sessions/courses or so-called (holiday) camps.

1.3. Legal declarations by minors must always be made by their legal guardians. These legal guardians expressly assume full liability for all payment obligations of the minor (arising from the contractual relationship) towards MFS.

2. Contract Conclusion, Content, Prices and Payment Terms

2.1. All MFS offers (especially training, education courses, and camps) are non-binding and represent merely an invitation for the Customer to submit an offer. The contract is concluded upon confirmation of participation by MFS, which includes the issuance of an invoice.

2.2. The valid price list at the time of registration is part of the contract unless the Customer has received a separate offer.

2.3. Recurring courses are invoiced monthly in advance and are due immediately. The monthly fee remains unchanged despite cancellations due to holidays or public holidays (non-participation is addressed in section 6.2). One-off courses and camps are generally invoiced and payable in advance. Payments are due in full by the date stated on the invoice. The decisive date for timely payment is the receipt of payment in the MFS account. All bank charges incurred (e.g., fees for returned direct debits) are borne by the Customer.

3. Liability of MFS

3.1. Liability for Own Fault (incl. legal representatives and vicarious agents):

3.1.1. MFS is liable only for intent or gross negligence, including that of legal representatives and vicarious agents.

3.1.2. This limitation of liability does not apply:

• To damages resulting from injury to life, body, or health, caused by MFS’s or its agents’ negligence or intent;
• To damages resulting from the negligent breach of essential contractual duties (cardinal obligations); in this case, liability is limited to foreseeable, typical damages.

3.1.3. Participation in certain events may require personal conditions (e.g., age, health status), for which the Customer is responsible. MFS will indicate such requirements where not obvious (e.g., prohibition of participation under the influence of alcohol or drugs, swimming ability, etc.).

3.1.4. Courses and camps are generally held in all weather conditions. In the event of weather-related danger (e.g., storms or unplayable conditions) or force majeure, MFS may cancel services or entire courses. MFS assumes no liability for non-performance or damages due to cancellations from force majeure.

3.1.5. MFS may cancel courses or camps if the minimum number of participants is not met. In such cases, the Customer will be refunded in full unless an alternative is agreed. Further claims, especially for damages or reimbursement of expenses (e.g., travel or equipment costs), are excluded.

3.1.6. MFS is not liable for travel to or from courses/camps or for accommodation during camps. Travel and accommodation are at the Customer’s own risk and expense. MFS provides only training and educational services and assumes no duty of care outside official units. Supervision during camps is limited to training sessions.

3.2. Liability for Third Parties:

If MFS merely mediates services from third-party providers, it is not liable for the success of such mediation or the performance of third-party services. MFS is only liable for the careful selection of these providers. The liability provisions of 3.1 apply accordingly.

If a third-party provider is contracted as a subcontractor or agent of MFS, section 3.1 applies directly.

4. Customer Obligations; Health, Insurance and Medical Declarations

4.1. The Customer must pay fees on time as outlined in sections 2.2 and 2.3.

4.2. The Customer must follow general rules of conduct (no drugs/alcohol, no vandalism, etc.) and MFS instructions during sessions. MFS may exclude any participant disrupting the sessions. There is no right to a (partial) refund in such cases.

4.3. By registering, the Customer (or their legal guardian) confirms being healthy and fully capable of participating in sports. They must inform MFS in writing of any medical conditions, medication needs, or treatments.

4.4. The Customer (or legal guardian) confirms having valid health and liability insurance. In the event of illness or injury, MFS is authorized to take necessary steps for treatment or transport at the Customer's expense. In emergencies, consent is also given for surgical procedures if necessary and if prior consent cannot be obtained in time.

5. Cancellation of Individually Booked Courses and Camps by the Customer

5.1. If the Customer cancels a course or camp within seven days before it starts without MFS being at fault, the full fee is due. For recurring sessions, see section 6.

5.2. The Customer may prove that MFS incurred no or lesser damages.

5.3. MFS may also claim higher damages if demonstrable.

5.4. Cancellation must be made in writing and becomes effective upon receipt. If confirmed in writing by the receiving party, the form requirement is waived.

5.5. The right to extraordinary termination for good cause remains unaffected.

6. Termination of Recurring Courses (Ongoing Obligations)

6.1. Both parties may terminate recurring courses with two months’ notice to the end of any month. Termination must be in writing and is effective upon receipt. A written confirmation from the recipient waives the written form requirement.

6.2. Non-participation or withdrawal from ongoing courses does not count as termination and does not relieve the Customer from payment obligations unless MFS is responsible.

7. Photo and Video Rights

By registering, the Customer (or their legal guardian) agrees that photos, videos, or other media may be created during courses or camps by MFS or its agents (e.g., marketing agencies) and may be used without limitation for public relations, including online and on social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram), even in edited form, and for commercial purposes.

8. Choice of Law / Jurisdiction / Place of Performance

8.1. German law shall apply exclusively to the legal relationship between MFS and the Customer, to the exclusion of the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).

8.2. The place of performance for all obligations is Munich, if the Customer is a merchant, legal entity under public law, or special fund under public law. In such cases, Munich is also the exclusive place of jurisdiction. The same applies if the Customer has no general jurisdiction in Germany.