Educational & Product Disclaimer

Kogetsukai, NFP

Kogetsukai, NFP is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) charitable and educational organization dedicated to the preservation and responsible transmission of traditional Japanese martial arts and Japanese cultural practices.

The materials, instruction, publications, digital content, and products provided by Kogetsukai are offered for educational, cultural, and informational purposes.

1. Not a Substitute for In-Person Instruction

Martial arts involve complex physical skills that require qualified supervision and safe training environments. Written materials, videos, demonstrations, or online content are not a substitute for direct instruction from a qualified teacher.

Individuals who choose to practice techniques independently do so at their own risk and discretion.

2. Assumption of Risk for Self-Practice

Any attempt to replicate techniques, exercises, or training methods presented in Kogetsukai materials may involve risk of injury.

Training equipment, apparel, and other products offered by Kogetsukai are intended for lawful recreational, educational, or training use consistent with their intended purpose.

3. Equipment & Product Use

Training tools, apparel, or other items offered by Kogetsukai are provided for general use consistent with their intended purpose.

Kogetsukai does not guarantee injury prevention, training outcomes, or suitability for all individuals, experience levels, or training environments.

Users are responsible for proper use, inspection, maintenance, and appropriate supervision of equipment.

4. No Warranty of Results

Kogetsukai makes no guarantees regarding, including but not limited to:

• • Skill development
  • Physical outcomes
  • Advancement or rank
  • Personal performance or achievement

Training progress varies by individual and depends on many factors, including frequency of practice, instruction quality, and personal condition.

5. Medical & Fitness Disclaimer

Kogetsukai materials and instruction do not constitute medical, therapeutic, or fitness advice.

Individuals should consult appropriate professionals regarding physical readiness, injury concerns, or medical conditions prior to engaging in physical activity.

6. Cultural & Historical Content

Historical, philosophical, and cultural information presented by Kogetsukai reflects educational interpretation and lineage-based transmission. Such material is provided in good faith and may evolve as scholarship, historical research, and lineage understanding continue to develop.

7. External Links & Resources

References to external organizations, instructors, or resources are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute endorsement, control, or responsibility for external content or practices.

8.Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Kogetsukai, NFP shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from the use of its educational materials, publications, website content, instructional media, or products.

9. Acceptance

By accessing or using Kogetsukai materials, publications, website content, or products, you acknowledge and accept this Disclaimer.

10. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, all original text, photographs, graphics, publications, and educational materials produced by Kogetsukai are protected by applicable copyright laws and may not be reproduced or distributed without prior written permission.

Kogetsukai, NFP
Chicago, Illinois
info@kogetsukai.com