TERMS & CONDITIONS

Last updated: 12 October 2026

1. About Dodge League

Dodge League is a dodgeball league and social sports organisation based in Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom.

These Terms and Conditions apply to all individuals and teams registering for, paying for or participating in Dodge League sessions, matches, tournaments and associated social events.

By making a booking or participating in a Dodge League activity, you agree to these Terms and Conditions.

Contact details

Website: https://www.dodgeleague.co.uk
Email: dodgeleagueuk@gmail.com

2. Registration and eligibility

2.1. Dodge League is strictly for participants aged 18 and over. Anyone under the age of 18 is not permitted to register for or participate in Dodge League activities.

2.2. Participants must provide accurate and complete information when registering. We reserve the right to request proof of age where reasonably necessary.

2.3. Participants may register individually or as part of a team, subject to the requirements stated on the relevant booking page.

2.4. A registration is not confirmed until the applicable booking requirements have been met and payment has been received, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

3. Bookings and payments

3.1. All prices will be displayed on the relevant booking page and confirmed during the booking process.

3.2. Participants must pay the applicable fees by the stated deadline.

3.3. Where a season or league place is booked, the fee covers the activities and sessions expressly described in that booking.

3.4. Any additional costs, optional activities or exclusions will be communicated before booking.

3.5. Participants are responsible for ensuring that their booking details are correct. Please contact us promptly if you identify an error.

3.6. Any discounts, promotional codes or special offers are subject to the conditions stated when the offer is made.

4. Cancellations, refunds and transfers

4.1. Cancellation by a participant. Participants may cancel their booking up to 14 days before the scheduled start of the relevant league season or activity and receive a full refund of the amount paid for that booking.

To request a cancellation, participants must email dodgeleagueuk@gmail.com with their name and booking details. The cancellation must be received at least 14 days before the relevant start date.

Cancellations received less than 14 days before the relevant start date are not normally eligible for a refund, except where required by applicable law or otherwise agreed by Dodge League.

This policy does not affect any statutory cancellation or refund rights that may apply to your booking.

4.2. Cancellation by Dodge League.If Dodge League cancels a season or activity and cannot provide the service booked, participants will receive a full refund for the cancelled service, unless they agree to an alternative arrangement where legally permitted.

If an individual match or session is cancelled, postponed or rearranged, Dodge League will notify affected participants and explain the arrangements, including any applicable refund options.

4.3. Missed sessions. Participants who do not attend a scheduled session are not normally entitled to a refund or credit for that session.

4.4. Transfers. Bookings cannot be transferred to another person, team or season without prior approval from Dodge League.

5. League format and rules

5.1. Participants agree to follow the Dodge League playing rules, match format and instructions communicated before or during the league.

5.2. Dodge League may make reasonable changes to fixtures, team allocations, scoring systems or competition arrangements where necessary to maintain fairness, safety or the smooth running of the league.

5.3. Match results and standings will be recorded in accordance with the league rules.

5.4. Decisions made by the designated match officials or league organisers during play must be respected. Any formal complaints or appeals should be submitted to the organisers.

5.5. Participants must not deliberately interfere with the fair running of a match or attempt to manipulate results.

5.6. If a team or individual fails to attend a fixture, arrives too late to participate or cannot field the required players, Dodge League may apply the relevant match rules, including a walkover or other appropriate outcome.

5.7. Any specific rules concerning substitutions, team sizes, scoring, forfeits and tie-breaks will be communicated separately and form part of the league's playing regulations.

6. Participant conduct

Dodge League aims to provide a welcoming, inclusive and enjoyable environment for everyone.

All participants must:

Treat other players, organisers, officials, venue staff and spectators with respect.
Follow reasonable instructions from league organisers and venue staff.
Avoid bullying, harassment, discrimination, intimidation and abusive language.
Refrain from deliberately dangerous play, excessive force or behaviour intended to injure another participant.
Avoid participating while under the influence of alcohol or drugs to a degree that makes participation unsafe.
Respect the venue, its equipment and its facilities.
Report accidents, injuries, hazards or serious concerns to an organiser.

Dodge League does not tolerate threatening, abusive, discriminatory or deliberately dangerous behaviour.

Where a participant breaches these requirements, Dodge League may issue a warning, remove the participant from a match, suspend participation or exclude the participant from future activities where reasonably justified.

Any action will be proportionate to the circumstances. Refunds following removal or exclusion will be considered in accordance with the booking terms and applicable law.

7. Health, safety and participation risks

7.1. Dodgeball involves physical activity and carries inherent risks, including collisions, trips, falls, sprains, bruises and other injuries.

7.2. Participants are responsible for considering whether they are fit to take part and should seek appropriate medical advice if they are uncertain about their ability to participate safely.

7.3. Participants must follow safety instructions, use equipment appropriately and stop playing if they experience pain, dizziness or another symptom that makes continuing unsafe.

7.4. Participants must tell a league organiser about any injury or incident occurring during a session.

7.5. Dodge League may stop play, modify an activity or exclude someone from participation where reasonably necessary to protect the safety of participants or others.

7.6. Appropriate clothing and footwear must be worn as specified by the venue or organisers.

7.7. Participants must not deliberately engage in dangerous conduct or disregard safety instructions.

8. Liability

8.1. Dodge League will maintain public liability insurance for its activities, subject to the terms, conditions, exclusions and limits of the relevant insurance policy.

8.2. Dodge League will take reasonable steps to organise activities responsibly, maintain appropriate safety procedures and communicate relevant safety requirements to participants.

8.3. Dodgeball is a physical activity and involves inherent risks, including collisions, trips, falls, bruises, sprains and other injuries. Participants are expected to follow safety instructions and play responsibly.

8.4. Participants are responsible for considering whether they are fit to participate safely and must inform an organiser of any injury or safety concern arising during a session.

8.5. Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits Dodge League's liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, fraudulent misrepresentation or any other liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited.

8.6. Subject to applicable law, Dodge League will not be responsible for loss or damage arising from circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

8.7. Participants are responsible for their personal belongings. Dodge League cannot guarantee the security of items brought to a venue.

8.8. The existence of public liability insurance does not guarantee that every claim or incident will be covered. All claims remain subject to the terms of the applicable insurance policy.

8.9. Nothing in these Terms and Conditions affects participants' statutory rights under applicable law.

9. Venues and facilities

9.1. Sessions may take place at third-party sports halls or other venues.

9.2. Participants must comply with the venue's reasonable rules, including requirements relating to footwear, equipment, access, cleanliness and safety.

9.3. Participants must not damage venue property or use facilities in an unauthorised manner.

9.4. Dodge League may change a venue where reasonably necessary. Where a venue change materially affects a booking, we will communicate the change and explain any applicable options or rights.

10. Photography, video and publicity

10.1. Dodge League may wish to take photographs or videos during matches and social events for promotional purposes.

10.2. Where identifiable images are used for promotional purposes, we will handle them in accordance with applicable data protection law and any consent or other lawful basis required for the particular use.

10.3. Participants may contact us before an event to raise concerns about photography or video recording.

10.4. Participants must respect other people's privacy and must not photograph, film or publish images of others in circumstances where doing so would breach applicable law, venue rules or another person's rights.

10.5. Further information about how Dodge League handles personal information is available in our Privacy Policy at https://www.dodgeleague.co.uk.

11. Personal information

We collect and use personal information to administer registrations, manage teams, organise fixtures, process payments and communicate with participants.

Personal information will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection legislation.

Our Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how long we retain it and how you can exercise your data protection rights.

12. Complaints and disputes

If you have a concern about a match, participant, organiser or other aspect of the league, please contact us at dodgeleagueuk@gmail.com.

We will aim to address complaints fairly and within a reasonable timeframe.

Concerns relating to an immediate safety risk should be raised with a league organiser as soon as possible.

13. Changes to these Terms and Conditions

Dodge League may update these Terms and Conditions to reflect changes to the league, our services or legal requirements.

The current version will be published on our website with the date of the latest update.

Where a change materially affects an existing booking, we will provide appropriate notice and will not use an updated policy to remove rights already available to you under applicable law.

14. General provisions

14.1. If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to apply to the extent permitted by law.

14.2. These Terms and Conditions do not affect any rights that participants have under applicable consumer protection legislation.

14.3. These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales, subject to any mandatory consumer protections that apply.

15. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

Dodge League

Email: dodgeleagueuk@gmail.com

Website: https://www.dodgeleague.co.uk

Location: Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom