Parental Consent & Minor Protection Policy

1. Overview

PowerMySport is committed to protecting the safety and well-being of minors (individuals under 18 years old) who use our platform. This policy outlines the requirements and protections for parents, guardians, and minors participating in sporting activities through our marketplace.

2. Parental/Guardian Account Setup

2.1 Parent/Guardian Eligibility

To book activities for a minor, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Be the legal parent or court-appointed guardian of the minor
• Provide valid identification and proof of guardianship
• Create a PowerMySport account in your full legal name
• Accept all terms, privacy policies, and liability waivers

2.2 Account Verification

PowerMySport may request:

• Government-issued ID verification
• Proof of guardianship (birth certificate, adoption papers, court order)
• Address verification
• Contact information (phone, email)

Note: We reserve the right to suspend accounts if guardianship cannot be verified.

2.3 Account Responsibility

As the account holder, you are responsible for:

• All activities and bookings made through your account
• All charges and payments associated with your account
• Keeping your login credentials secure
• Monitoring your account for unauthorized access
• Providing accurate and current information

3. Adding a Minor to Your Account

3.1 Minor Profile Creation

You can add minors (children) to your account by providing:

• Child's full legal name
• Date of birth
• Gender
• Sport/activity interests
• Medical and emergency information (see Section 5)

3.2 Number of Minors

You can add an unlimited number of minors to your account. Each minor will have their own profile with separate health records and booking history.

3.3 Profile Verification

PowerMySport may request verification documents for each minor, including:

• Birth certificate
• School enrollment documents
• Medical records (for age-sensitive activities)
• Proof of residence

4. Parental Consent & Liability Waiver

4.1 Mandatory Consent

Before booking any activity for a minor, you must:

• Read and accept the Health, Safety & Liability Waiver (see separate document) on behalf of the minor
• Confirm you have the legal authority to bind the child
• Accept all risks associated with the activity

4.2 Scope of Parental Liability

By consenting on behalf of a minor, you:

• Assume full liability for any injuries, damages, or claims arising from the minor's participation
• Release PowerMySport, coaches, and facilities from all liability
• Agree to indemnify (reimburse) them for any damages the minor causes to others
• Accept responsibility for all medical costs if insurance does not cover them
• Waive the child's right to sue for injuries caused by ordinary negligence

4.3 Ongoing Effect of Consent

Your acceptance of the Health, Safety & Liability Waiver on behalf of your dependent applies to each booking you make for that dependent while these Terms remain in effect. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us or removing the dependent's profile; withdrawal takes effect for future bookings only and does not affect activities already completed.

5. Health & Medical Information

5.1 PowerMySport Does Not Collect Medical Records

The Platform does not currently collect or store structured medical or health information about your dependent (such as chronic conditions, medications, allergies, or immunization records). You are solely responsible for directly informing the coach or venue staff, in person or via your own communication channel, of any health condition, allergy, medication, or physical limitation relevant to your dependent's safe participation, before each session.

5.2 Medical Professional Consultation

You acknowledge that:

• For children with pre-existing conditions, you should consult with their pediatrician before booking activities
• Coaches are not medical professionals and cannot provide medical advice
• If uncertain about your child's fitness, you must seek physician approval
• You are responsible for determining if your child is healthy enough to participate

5.3 Disclosure Obligation

You must fully disclose relevant health information directly to coaches and facility staff before each session. Failure to disclose material health information may result in:

• Account suspension
• Loss of right to a refund in connection with any resulting injury
• Liability for injuries or damages caused by non-disclosure

5.4 Emergency Contact

You must ensure the phone number and email on your account are current and reachable, as they are the only emergency contact details PowerMySport or a venue/coach can use to reach you. PowerMySport does not maintain a separate physician, dentist, or insurance record for your dependent; keeping that information accessible to yourself and sharing it directly with venue/coach staff when relevant is your responsibility.

6. Supervision & Safety Requirements

6.1 Parental Supervision

Depending on the minor's age and activity type:

• Under 8 years: Adult supervision (parent or designated guardian) is mandatory at the facility
• 8-12 years: An adult should be present or on-call at the facility
• 13-17 years: May attend without direct parental supervision (but parent responsible for drop-off/pick-up)

6.2 Designated Supervisor

If you will not be present at the facility, you must designate an alternate responsible adult:

• Provide their full name, relationship, and contact information
• They must be at least 18 years old
• They must be authorized to make emergency decisions if needed
• Inform the facility and coach of the designated person

6.3 Drop-off & Pick-up

You are responsible for:

• Dropping off your child on time before the activity begins
• Picking up your child immediately after the activity ends
• Arranging alternative pick-up if you cannot collect your child
• Informing the facility of any changes in pick-up arrangements
• If your child is not picked up within 30 minutes, facility may contact authorities

6.4 Communication During Activity

You must:

• Provide a phone number where you can be reached during the activity
• Be reachable in case of emergency
• Check messages and voicemails regularly
• Not rely on the minor to communicate on your behalf

7. Age-Restricted Activities

7.1 Low-Risk Activities (All Ages)

Activities such as badminton, cricket (recreational), basketball, and basic fitness classes are typically available to minors with parental consent.

7.2 Medium-Risk Activities (Age 10+)

Activities such as advanced training, competitive sports, or high-intensity fitness may have age restrictions. You must:

• Verify the minimum age requirement before booking
• Provide additional health certification if requested
• Increase parental supervision and communication

7.3 High-Risk Activities (Age 15+)

Activities such as extreme sports, contact sports, or activities with elevated injury risk may only be available to minors age 15+ with enhanced parental consent and medical clearance.

7.4 Age Verification

PowerMySport may request proof of age (birth certificate, school ID) before allowing a minor to book age-restricted activities.

8. Behavioral Expectations

8.1 Code of Conduct

You agree to ensure your child:

• Respects coaches, facility staff, and other participants
• Follows all safety rules and instructions
• Does not engage in violence, bullying, or harassment
• Does not damage facility property
• Maintains appropriate behavior at all times
• Does not bring weapons or dangerous items to facilities
• Does not use profanity or abusive language
• Does not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs

8.2 Violation Consequences

If your child violates the code of conduct, consequences may include:

• Verbal warning from coach or facility staff
• Suspension from one or more sessions
• Permanent ban from the facility
• Account termination by PowerMySport
• Liability for damages caused by your child
• Potential police involvement in case of criminal behavior

8.3 Parental Responsibility

You are responsible for:

• Teaching your child appropriate behavior
• Enforcing facility rules at home
• Addressing behavioral issues immediately
• Accepting liability if your child damages property or harms others

9. Data & Privacy for Minors

9.1 Limited Data Collection

PowerMySport collects only the following personal information for a dependent profile:

• Name, date of birth, gender
• Sport/activity interests
• Booking history
• Your (the parent/guardian's) contact information

As noted in Section 5, we do not collect structured medical or health data about your dependent.

9.2 Data Protection

We protect minor data by:

• Restricting access to authorized personnel only
• Not selling data to third parties, and sharing it only as described in our Privacy Policy (e.g. with the venue/coach for a confirmed booking, or as required by law)
• Not using a dependent's data for marketing, advertising, or behavioural tracking
• Aligning our practices with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India) as it comes into force in phases, and with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and rules made thereunder

9.3 Right to Access & Deletion

Parents have the right to:

• Request details of what personal data we hold about their child
• Request deletion of a child's profile and data (via the "Remove Profile" action described in Section 11, or by contacting us)
• Withdraw consent at any time; this takes effect for future bookings only
• Request a copy of the personal data we hold about their child, which we will provide within a reasonable time

10. Photo & Video Recording

10.1 Facility Recording

Facilities may use CCTV cameras for security and safety purposes. You acknowledge that:

• Recording may occur without explicit notice to each minor
• Recordings are used for facility management and dispute resolution
• You consent to CCTV recording by using the facility

10.2 Parent Photos & Videos

If you want to photograph or video your child:

• Inform the coach and facility in advance
• Ask permission before recording other children
• Follow facility policies on photography
• Do not photograph or share photos without permission from other parents

10.3 Social Media & Sharing

You agree to:

• Not post photos of other children on social media without parental consent
• Not tag your child's location at the facility
• Not share personal information about other children
• Be cautious about privacy implications of photos

11. Termination & Account Removal

11.1 When to Remove a Minor

You may remove a minor from your account at any time by:

• Logging into your PowerMySport account
• Navigating to the minor's profile
• Selecting "Remove Profile"
• Confirming the removal

11.2 Turning 18

A dependent's profile is not automatically removed or converted when they turn 18. Once your dependent reaches 18, either of you may request that their profile be converted to an independent account (which they will then control themselves using their own credentials); until that happens, the profile remains linked to your account and you remain responsible for it as set out in this policy.

11.3 Account Suspension

PowerMySport may suspend or remove a minor's profile if:

• Parental consent verification fails
• Health information is found to be fraudulent
• The minor violates the code of conduct repeatedly
• We detect unsafe activity or abuse
• The parent account is terminated

12. Questions & Support

For questions about parental consent, minor protection, or account management: