Snap Fitness® Grassroots to Greatness T&Cs

1. Eligibility
1.1. Applicants must meet all criteria outlined in the programme guidelines, including age, competitive level, financial need, and must live / train within 10 miles of a Snap Fitness club.
1.2. Applicants must provide accurate and truthful information. Any misrepresentation may result in disqualification.
1.3. Grants are open to athletes competing in nationally recognised sports at the club, regional, national, or international levels.
1.4. Applicants agree to comply with all reporting and promotional requirements outlined in these terms.

2. Application Process
2.1. Only complete applications properly submitted by the deadline will be considered.
2.2. Required documentation includes but is not limited to: proof of athletic achievements, competition history, financial need statement, letters of recommendation, and a personal development plan.
2.3. Applications will be reviewed in accordance with the published scoring matrix, and all decisions made by the selection panel are final and at the selection panel’s sole discretion.
2.4. Snap Fitness reserves the right to request additional information or clarification at any stage of the application process.

3. Grant Usage
3.1. Grant recipients agree that funds must be used strictly for approved purposes which will be communicated by Snap Fitness from time to time, including:

●      Training expenses (e.g., coaching fees, gym access, sports science support)

●      Competition entry fees

●      Equipment purchases

●      Travel and accommodation for competitions

●      Nutritional support

●      Sports psychology or physiotherapy sessions

3.2. Recipients must timely submit receipts or other proof of expenditure to Snap Fitness upon the request of Snap Fitness.

3.3. Misuse of funds will result in immediate revocation of the grant and potential recovery of the awarded amount.

4. Reporting Requirements
4.1. Grant recipients must provide quarterly updates to Snap Fitness detailing:

●      Progress in training and competition results

●      Use of grant funds

●      Community engagement activities

4.2. Failure to submit required reports on time may result in funding suspension or withdrawal.
4.3. Recipients may be asked to participate in interviews or submit video/photo updates on their journey.

5. Revocation of Grant
5.1. Snap Fitness reserves the right to withdraw the grant at any time and for any reason, including if:

●      A recipient fails to meet reporting requirements.

●      Funds are misused or spent on unapproved expenses.

●      The athlete is involved in misconduct or negative media attention, including but not limited to: doping violations, criminal activity, or actions that could damage the reputation of Snap Fitness.

●      Recipients failure to comply with these terms and conditions;

5.2. In the event of revocation, Snap Fitness may require immediate repayment of funds already disbursed.

6. Branding and Promotional Commitments
6.1. Grant recipients must acknowledge Snap Fitness as a sponsor in any media appearances, interviews, or public mentions related to their athletic journey.
6.2. Recipients agree to display the Snap Fitness brand on their apparel / equipment (provided by Snap Fitness) during training, competition events (where permitted), and promotional activities.
6.3. Recipient grants Snap Fitness a perpetual and royalty-free license to use Recipient’s name, images, likeness, submitted photographs and videos for promotional materials and marketing in any medium, including but not limited to social media, website features, press releases, and advertisements.
6.4. Recipients may be required to participate in at least one Snap Fitness promotional campaign per calendar year, including social media takeovers, member engagement events, or club appearances.

6.5 Grant Recipients agree to comply with all applicable law in honoring the branding and promotional commitments.

7. Social Media and Publicity
7.1. Recipients must actively engage with Snap Fitness on social media, including:

●      Tagging @SnapFitness (and relevant local / regional handles) in relevant posts.

●      Posting a minimum of one update per month on social media acknowledging Snap Fitness’ support. Recipient agrees to immediately remove any post related to, or referencing, Snap Fitness upon the request of Snap Fitness.

●      Using programme-specific hashtags as provided.

7.2. Recipients must not publicly criticise, disparage or negatively impact Snap Fitness’s brand reputation. Any breaches may result in grant withdrawal.
7.3. Snap Fitness reserves the right to feature grant recipients in press releases, local media, and internal communications.

7.4 Recipient agrees to comply with applicable law in performing its obligations under this Section 7.

8. Data Protection and Privacy
8.1. All personal data collected during the application process will be used solely for grant processing, selection, compliance purposes, future marketing activities or as otherwise stated and authorised in these Terms and Conditions.
8.2. Snap Fitness may share applicant details with its selection panel, employees (including its marketing team and relevant internal departments), and its professional advisors.
8.3. Data will be handled in accordance with GDPR and other relevant data protection laws.

9. Decision-Making
9.1. The grant selection process is overseen by a panel of Snap Fitness representatives and external / independent professionals.
9.2. All decisions regarding grant awards are final and are made at the sole discretion of Snap Fitness and the grant team.
9.3. Snap Fitness reserves the right to reject, or not select, any application or applicant for any reason.
9.4. Snap Fitness reserves the right to modify or cancel the grant programme at any time, for any reason, and with or without notice.

By submitting an application, applicants confirm that they have read, understood, and agree to these Terms & Conditions.