Disclaimer

1 General Information Only

All content published on OpenMat — including but not limited to technique descriptions, training guides, belt requirement information, nutrition advice, competition guides, drill programming, and AI coaching responses — is provided for general informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing on this platform constitutes:

• Professional martial arts instruction or coaching.
• Medical, health, or fitness advice.
• Legal or financial advice.
• A guarantee of any training outcome, belt promotion, or competition result.
• An endorsement of any specific training method, academy, instructor, or equipment.

Information on OpenMat may not reflect the standards, rules, or requirements of your specific academy, instructor, governing body, or jurisdiction. Always verify information with your qualified coach or instructor before applying it to your training.

2 Physical Activity & Health

OpenMat is a software platform. We do not:

• Supervise your training sessions.
• Observe your technique for safety.
• Verify that your training environment is safe.
• Screen your training partners for safety or competency.
• Guarantee that any drill, program, or technique is appropriate for your skill level or physical condition.

You are solely responsible for your physical safety during all training activities.

OpenMat, Proscris LLC, and its officers, employees, and agents are not liable for any physical injury, illness, disability, or death that results from activities logged, inspired by, or related to use of the OpenMat platform.

3 No Medical or Professional Advice

Reliance on any information provided by OpenMat is solely at your own risk. We expressly disclaim any liability for actions taken based on content found on this platform.

4 AI Coaching (Sensei AI)

Regarding Sensei AI, you acknowledge and agree that:

• AI responses are generated automatically and may contain errors, outdated information, or guidance unsuitable for your specific skill level, body type, or physical condition.
• Sensei AI does not observe your technique, body mechanics, or training environment — it cannot provide safe, personalized instruction.
• AI suggestions should always be validated with your qualified, certified instructor before being applied in training.
• Sensei AI is not a substitute for in-person instruction under any circumstances.
• Attempting techniques based solely on AI text descriptions without qualified supervision is dangerous and done entirely at your own risk.
• OpenMat makes no warranty about the accuracy, completeness, or safety of Sensei AI responses.
• We reserve the right to modify, restrict, or discontinue Sensei AI at any time.

5 Training Tools & Features

OpenMat includes training tools including the Round Timer, Drill Tracker, Session Logger, and Game Plan Builder. These are software utilities only:

• Round Timer: The timer is a convenience tool. You are responsible for ensuring that your training rounds are appropriate in duration and intensity for your fitness level and training environment. OpenMat is not liable for overtraining, fatigue-related injuries, or any other harm from timer use.
• Drill Tracker: Repetition counts and drill suggestions are for organizational purposes only. Do not perform any volume of drilling that causes pain, strains your joints, or exceeds your physical capabilities. More reps is not always better — consult your instructor.
• Session Logger: Training logs are for personal record-keeping. Volume and intensity data displayed in the app should not be used to self-diagnose overtraining or make health decisions without consulting a professional.
• Beacon Partner Finder: OpenMat does not verify, vet, or screen any user who appears in the Beacon feature. Meeting with training partners found through Beacon is done at your own risk. Always meet in a public, reputable training facility. OpenMat is not responsible for any harm resulting from training with partners found through Beacon.
• Tournament Bracket Tool: Bracket generation is for organizational purposes. OpenMat is not responsible for any disputes, injuries, or harm arising from tournament events organized using our tools.

6 Belt & Rank Information

Belt requirements, promotion timelines, and rank information presented on OpenMat are based on general industry guidelines and common practices. They are not authoritative or universal:

• Belt promotion is at the sole discretion of your instructor and/or governing body. OpenMat has no authority over promotions.
• The Belt Estimator tool provides statistical estimates based on average data — it is not a prediction or guarantee of when or if you will be promoted.
• XP and in-app rank progression are gamification elements only and have no bearing on your actual martial arts rank or competency.
• The Rank Verification feature allows coaches to add assessments — these are not official certifications from any governing body.
• Different academies, instructors, and governing bodies (IBJJF, ADCC, etc.) have different standards. Information on OpenMat may not align with your specific organization's requirements.

7 Community Content

The OpenMat community (The Mat) contains user-generated content including posts, technique videos, photos, and messages. OpenMat does not:

• Verify the accuracy, safety, or legitimacy of user-generated content.
• Endorse the views, advice, or techniques shared by community members.
• Guarantee that techniques or advice shared by other users are safe or appropriate for your level.

Community content is not a substitute for qualified instruction. Never attempt techniques shared by other users without first verifying them with a certified instructor.

OpenMat is not responsible for any harm resulting from following advice, techniques, or guidance posted by other users.

8 Academy & Instructor Listings

Academies and instructors listed or referenced on OpenMat have not been independently verified, licensed, or endorsed by Proscris LLC unless explicitly stated.

• Listing on OpenMat does not constitute a recommendation, endorsement, or quality assurance of any academy or instructor.
• You are responsible for conducting your own due diligence before joining any martial arts school or training under any instructor.
• Verify instructor credentials, insurance, facility safety standards, and background checks independently.
• OpenMat is not responsible for any experiences, injuries, disputes, or harm arising from training at academies found or referenced through our platform.

9 External Links & Third Parties

OpenMat may contain links to third-party websites, YouTube videos, product pages, or other external resources. We are not responsible for:

• The content, accuracy, or safety of any third-party website.
• The privacy practices of any third-party service.
• Any products, services, or information offered by third parties.
• Any harm resulting from your use of or reliance on third-party content.

The inclusion of any external link does not imply endorsement by OpenMat. You access external links entirely at your own risk.

10 Affiliate & Sponsorship Disclosures

OpenMat may engage in commercial relationships with martial arts brands, equipment companies, academies, and events. In accordance with FTC guidelines and applicable advertising standards:

• Any sponsored content, paid partnerships, or affiliate relationships will be clearly labeled as "Sponsored," "Ad," or "Partner."
• Affiliate links — where OpenMat may receive a commission if you purchase through the link — will be disclosed at the point of the link.
• Sponsorship does not affect our editorial independence. We only promote products and partners we believe provide genuine value to the martial arts community.
• OpenMat does not accept payment in exchange for positive reviews or editorial coverage.
• Mat Points and Rewards redeemable in the app may be subject to partner terms and conditions. We are not responsible for a partner's failure to honor a reward.

For sponsorship inquiries: sponsor@openmat.ai

11 Accuracy of Information

While we make reasonable efforts to keep information on OpenMat accurate and up to date, we make no representations or warranties of any kind — express or implied — about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of any information on the platform.

• Martial arts rules, regulations, and governing body requirements change frequently — always verify current rules with the relevant organization.
• Nutritional and scientific information evolves — consult current peer-reviewed sources and qualified professionals.
• Pricing information for subscriptions, rewards, and partner products is subject to change without notice.
• We reserve the right to correct, update, or remove any content at any time without notice.

12 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Proscris LLC, its officers, directors, employees, contractors, and agents expressly disclaim all liability for:

• Physical injury, illness, disability, or death arising from training activities, whether or not related to OpenMat.
• Financial losses arising from use of information on the platform.
• Indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages of any kind.
• Loss of data, training records, streaks, XP, or Mat Points due to technical failures.
• Harm resulting from meeting training partners through the Beacon feature.
• Inaccurate AI responses from Sensei AI.
• Actions of other users or third parties on the platform.
• Service interruptions, downtime, or data loss.

Our total liability to you for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid to OpenMat in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim, or USD $100, whichever is greater.

13 Indemnification

By using OpenMat, you agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Proscris LLC and its officers, directors, employees, contractors, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

• Your use of the OpenMat platform.
• Your training activities, whether or not logged in the app.
• Any content you post, share, or transmit through OpenMat.
• Your violation of these disclaimers or our Terms of Service.
• Your violation of any third-party rights.
• Any physical injury or property damage caused by or related to your training activities.
• Any disputes between you and other users or training partners.

14 Jurisdiction-Specific Notes

United States: These disclaimers are governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any disputes shall be resolved in accordance with our Terms of Service arbitration clause.

European Union / EEA: Nothing in this disclaimer is intended to limit your statutory rights as a consumer under EU law that cannot be excluded by contract.

United Kingdom: Nothing in this disclaimer excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, or for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, as required under the Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977 and Consumer Rights Act 2015.

Australia: Our services come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. Nothing in this disclaimer is intended to limit those rights.

Canada: Some provinces do not permit the limitation of implied warranties or liability for incidental or consequential damages. The above limitations may not apply to you.

This disclaimer was last reviewed and updated on April 1, 2026. Proscris LLC reserves the right to modify this disclaimer at any time. Continued use of OpenMat after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated disclaimer. For questions, contact legal@openmat.ai.