SpeakPro Osaka

Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

1. Agreement to Terms

Welcome to SpeakPro Osaka. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Client," "you," or "your") and SpeakPro Osaka ("we," "us," or "our") regarding your use of our website https://defenestration.pro and coaching services.

By accessing our website, booking consultations, or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our services.

2. Services Description

SpeakPro Osaka provides professional communication coaching services, including but not limited to:

  • Interview preparation coaching
  • Public speaking training and development
  • Presentation skills coaching
  • Voice and diction training
  • Body language and non-verbal communication coaching
  • Corporate workshops and group training sessions
  • One-on-one personalized coaching programs

Our services are educational and developmental in nature. We do not guarantee specific outcomes, job placements, or career advancement as a result of our coaching services.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age to use our services. By using our services, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

If you are using our services on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

4. Registration and Account

To access certain features of our services, you may be required to create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • Maintain and promptly update your account information
  • Maintain the security and confidentiality of your account credentials
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach
  • Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if any information provided is inaccurate, fraudulent, or violates these Terms.

5. Booking and Scheduling

5.1 Consultation Requests

When you submit a consultation request through our website or contact forms, you acknowledge that this constitutes an inquiry and not a confirmed booking. We will contact you within 24-48 hours to confirm availability and schedule your session.

5.2 Appointment Confirmation

Appointments are confirmed only upon receipt of your confirmation and any required payment. You will receive a confirmation email with session details, including date, time, location (or virtual meeting link), and coach assignment.

5.3 Cancellation and Rescheduling

You may cancel or reschedule appointments with at least 24 hours advance notice without penalty. Cancellations or reschedule requests made less than 24 hours before the scheduled session may result in forfeiture of the session fee or a rescheduling fee of 50% of the session cost.

In cases of emergency or extenuating circumstances, please contact us as soon as possible. We will work with you to find an appropriate solution.

5.4 No-Show Policy

Failure to attend a scheduled session without prior notice (no-show) will result in forfeiture of the full session fee. No refund or credit will be provided for no-shows.

5.5 Our Cancellation Rights

We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule sessions due to coach illness, emergency, or unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, we will provide at least 24 hours notice when possible and offer alternative scheduling options or a full refund of any fees paid for the affected session.

6. Fees and Payment

6.1 Pricing

Prices for our services are displayed on our website and may vary based on service type, session duration, and program package. All prices are in Japanese Yen (JPY) unless otherwise stated.

6.2 Payment Methods

We accept payment via credit card, debit card, bank transfer, and other methods as indicated during the booking process. All payments are processed securely through third-party payment processors.

6.3 Payment Terms

Payment is required at the time of booking or according to the payment schedule outlined in your service agreement. For package programs, payment plans may be available and will be specified in your agreement.

6.4 Late Payment

Failure to make timely payment may result in suspension of services until payment is received. Late payments may incur additional fees or interest as permitted by law.

6.5 Price Changes

We reserve the right to modify our pricing at any time. Price changes will not affect services already booked and paid for, but will apply to future bookings.

7. Refund Policy

Please refer to our separate Refund Policy for detailed information about refunds, cancellations, and satisfaction guarantees.

8. Client Responsibilities

As a client, you agree to:

  • Attend scheduled sessions on time and prepared
  • Actively participate in coaching activities and exercises
  • Complete any assigned homework or practice activities
  • Provide honest feedback about your progress and challenges
  • Treat coaches and staff with respect and professionalism
  • Maintain confidentiality of proprietary coaching materials and methodologies
  • Use coaching materials solely for personal development purposes

9. Professional Boundaries

Our coaching services are professional and educational in nature. We maintain clear boundaries to ensure effective and appropriate coaching relationships:

  • Coaching sessions focus on professional skill development
  • We do not provide therapy, counseling, or medical advice
  • Personal relationships outside the coaching context are not appropriate
  • All communications should relate to your coaching goals and progress

If you require mental health support, medical advice, or other services outside our scope, we can provide referrals to appropriate professionals.

10. Intellectual Property Rights

10.1 Our Intellectual Property

All content on our website and provided during coaching sessions, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, audio, software, and training materials, is the property of SpeakPro Osaka or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or commercially exploit any of our content without express written permission.

10.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use coaching materials provided to you solely for your personal development purposes. This license terminates upon completion of your coaching program or termination of these Terms.

10.3 Feedback and Suggestions

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide about our services become our property, and we may use them without compensation or attribution to you.

11. Confidentiality

11.1 Our Commitment

We maintain confidentiality of information you share during coaching sessions, except:

  • When required by law or legal process
  • When necessary to protect safety or prevent harm
  • When you provide explicit consent to disclose
  • When sharing anonymized information for training or quality improvement purposes

11.2 Your Commitment

You agree to maintain confidentiality of proprietary coaching methodologies, materials, and techniques shared during your coaching experience.

12. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

12.1 No Guarantees

While we strive to provide high-quality coaching services, we cannot guarantee specific results, outcomes, or improvements. Success depends on many factors, including your effort, practice, and circumstances beyond our control.

12.2 Service Availability

We provide our services on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We do not warrant that our services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure.

12.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, SpeakPro Osaka and its coaches, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, or opportunities, arising from your use of our services.

Our total liability for any claim arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

12.4 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SpeakPro Osaka and its coaches, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your breach of these Terms or misuse of our services.

13. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use our services for any unlawful purpose
  • Harass, abuse, or harm coaches, staff, or other clients
  • Impersonate any person or entity
  • Interfere with or disrupt our services or servers
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Copy, reproduce, or distribute our proprietary materials
  • Record coaching sessions without explicit written permission
  • Use our services to compete with or undermine our business

Violation of these prohibitions may result in immediate termination of services without refund.

14. Termination

14.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your relationship with us at any time by providing written notice. Termination does not entitle you to refunds except as specified in our Refund Policy.

14.2 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our services at any time for any reason, including violation of these Terms, non-payment, or conduct we deem inappropriate or harmful.

14.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

15. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via:

  • Email notification to your registered email address
  • Prominent notice on our website
  • Notification during your next scheduled session

Your continued use of our services after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree with modifications, you must discontinue use of our services.

16. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

16.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan, without regard to conflict of law principles.

16.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation does not resolve the dispute within 30 days, the matter may be submitted to mediation or arbitration as agreed by both parties.

16.3 Jurisdiction

You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Osaka, Japan for resolution of any disputes that cannot be resolved through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration.

17. General Provisions

17.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and SpeakPro Osaka regarding our services and supersede any prior agreements.

17.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

17.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

17.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under them without our written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.

17.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, pandemics, or government actions.

18. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or our services, please contact us:

SpeakPro Osaka
Address: 9 / 8 Lockman Tor North Alannaburgh, QLD 2909, Osaka, Japan
Phone: +377473491365
Email: [email protected]
Registration Number: 35170561

19. Acknowledgment

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.