The Makers Society – Terms & Conditions
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1. Overview
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The Makers Society Carpentry Est. (“The Makers Society”, “we”, “us”, “our”) operates this website and the physical workshop facilities in Dubai, UAE. By accessing our website, booking a class, renting a workbench, or using our facilities, you agree to comply with these Terms & Conditions, the Membership Agreement, the Members Guide, and all related policies.
We reserve the right to update or amend these Terms & Conditions at any time by posting changes on our website. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of such changes.
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2. Membership & Eligibility
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Membership is required to access and use our facilities.
Members must be 18 years or older. Minors aged 16–17 may only attend under adult supervision and with signed liability waivers.
Memberships are granted at the discretion of The Makers Society and may be suspended or terminated for violations of these Terms, the Members Guide, or Code of Conduct.
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3. Bookings & Payments
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All bookings (classes, rentals, training) are on a first-come, first-served basis and must be paid in advance.
Payments are accepted in AED via Visa or Mastercard debit/credit cards.
Prices and fees may change without prior notice.
VAT, processing, and bank fees are the responsibility of the customer.
The Cardholder is responsible for retaining transaction records.
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4. Cancellations, Rescheduling & Refunds
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Advance Cancellation: One cancellation per booking/course may be made more than 24 hours before the scheduled session, free of charge.
Late Cancellation (Within 24 Hours): Chargeable. A reschedule option is available for AED 150 per class booking.
No-Show: Non-attendance without notice is fully chargeable.
Organizer Cancellations: If The Makers Society cancels a class or training, clients will be offered a refund or reschedule.
Refunds: Refunds are not generally provided, except when a class is cancelled by The Makers Society.
Note: Members can find additional details in the Members Guide, which forms part of these Terms.
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5. Use of Facilities
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Members must complete a safety induction before using the workshop.
Specific machine training and certification is required before operating machines.
Use of facilities is strictly personal, not for business or resale production.
Guests are welcome but remain the responsibility of the hosting Member.
Smoking, alcohol, and controlled substances are strictly prohibited.
Members must wear appropriate PPE and clothing at all times.
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6. Health & Safety
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Members must comply with all posted safety rules and staff instructions.
All hazards, accidents, or equipment malfunctions must be reported immediately.
Members work at their own risk and must have valid health insurance.
Hazardous or explosive materials are prohibited.
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7. Code of Conduct
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Respectful behavior is required at all times.
Discrimination, harassment, theft, or unsafe behavior will result in sanctions up to membership termination.
Members are responsible for cleaning and maintaining their workbench and common areas after use.
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8. Liability
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The Makers Society is not liable for loss, theft, or damage to personal belongings.
The Makers Society is not liable for injuries sustained in the workshop, except where liability cannot be excluded by law.
Members are responsible for any items they make that may cause harm to third parties.
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9. Termination of Membership
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Members may terminate their membership at any time but are not entitled to refunds for unused bookings.
The Makers Society may suspend or terminate membership immediately in cases of serious misconduct, repeated violations, or actions harmful to the community.
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10. Governing Law
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These Terms & Conditions are governed by the federal laws of the United Arab Emirates. Disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the Courts of Dubai.