TrainerMatch Independent Trainer Agreement
Effective Date: August 19, 2026
Entity: Health Performance Systems, LLC (DBA TrainerMatch) (“TrainerMatch,” “we,” “our,” or “us”)
This Trainer Agreement governs your participation as a fitness or clinical professional (“Trainer,” “you,” or “your”) on the TrainerMatch platform (“Platform”). By registering for or using the Platform, you agree to the following terms, in addition to the TrainerMatch Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
1. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS You acknowledge and agree that you are an independent contractor and not an employee, agent, franchisee, or partner of TrainerMatch or Health Performance Systems, LLC.
- You control the manner, method, and delivery of providing your services.
- You are solely responsible for all taxes, insurance, permits, and business expenses associated with your services.
- TrainerMatch does not assign you clients, mandate your schedule, or control your pricing.
- You agree to indemnify and hold TrainerMatch harmless from any claim that you were misclassified as an employee.
2. CREDENTIALS, QUALIFICATIONS & INSURANCE TrainerMatch is a high-trust professional network. By listing your services, you represent and warrant that:
- All certifications, clinical licenses, degrees, and professional experience provided to TrainerMatch are 100% accurate, current, and valid.
- You are responsible for maintaining any professional credentials required by your geographic jurisdiction.
- You maintain active professional liability insurance and general commercial insurance adequate for the services you provide. TrainerMatch reserves the right (but not the obligation) to independently verify credentials and insurance. Falsifying credentials will result in immediate permanent removal from the Platform.
3. PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT & SAFETY You agree to:
- Deliver services in a safe, ethical, and lawful manner.
- Administer any necessary health questionnaires, medical clearances (e.g., PAR-Q), or liability waivers directly to the Client prior to commencing physical training.
- Maintain client confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Refrain from discrimination, harassment, or unsafe practices.
4. CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS & DISPUTES You are solely responsible for all aspects of your coaching services, including program design, scheduling, communication, and client outcomes.
- All agreements, waivers, and warranties regarding your coaching services are strictly between you and the Client.
- You acknowledge that TrainerMatch is not a party to the actual delivery of fitness or clinical services.
5. PAYMENTS, FEES & FUTURE MONETIZATION
- Off-Platform Transactions: TrainerMatch currently operates as a free discovery directory. You are solely responsible for collecting payment for your coaching services directly from the Client off-platform. TrainerMatch does not hold funds in escrow and is not responsible for unpaid client invoices, chargebacks, or refund disputes.
- Future Platform Fees: TrainerMatch reserves the right to introduce platform fees in the future, such as subscription fees for premium profiles or verification fees. You will be provided reasonable advance notice of any new platform fees prior to those charges taking effect.
6. PROHIBITED CONDUCT You may not:
- Misrepresent your professional credentials, certifications, or clinical scope of practice.
- Use the Platform to spam users or distribute harmful content.
- Manipulate the review and endorsement system by creating false accounts or offering incentives for reviews.
7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY TrainerMatch provides the Platform “as is” and makes no warranties or guarantees regarding platform availability, client lead volume, or professional outcomes. To the fullest extent permitted by law:
- TrainerMatch and Health Performance Systems, LLC shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of the Platform or the coaching services provided by you.
- In no event shall TrainerMatch’s total aggregate liability to you exceed one hundred US dollars ($100.00).
8. INDEMNIFICATION You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless TrainerMatch, Health Performance Systems, LLC, and their officers, directors, and employees from and against any claims, losses, or damages (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your provision of fitness, wellness, or clinical services to any Client discovered through the Platform.
- Your failure to maintain adequate professional liability insurance or required licensing.
- Any breach of this Agreement.
9. TERMINATION TrainerMatch may suspend, demote, or permanently delete your profile at any time, with or without notice, if we determine you have violated platform rules, misrepresented your qualifications, received severe client safety complaints, or otherwise compromised the integrity of the Platform. You may terminate this Agreement at any time by deactivating your account.
10. GOVERNING LAW & ARBITRATION This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Any dispute arising under or in connection with this Agreement shall be resolved by binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Each party waives the right to a jury trial and agrees that arbitration shall be the exclusive forum for resolution.
11. ENTIRE AGREEMENT This Agreement, together with the TrainerMatch Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements.
Contact: phil@trainermatchapp.com Entity: Health Performance Systems, LLC (DBA TrainerMatch)
By creating a Trainer profile on TrainerMatch, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement.