CONTENTS

 

 1. TITLE

 2. OBJECTIVES

 3. MEMBERSHIP

 4. ACCOUNTS

 5. OFFICERS

 6. ELECTION OF OFFICERS

 7. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

 8. GENERAL MEETINGS

 9. ALTERATIONS TO THE CONSTITUTION

 10.DISSOLUTION

 

1. TITLE 

1.1 The name of the club shall be UN/ORTHDX GFTEAM (the ‘Club’).

1.2 The Club shall be formally affiliated with the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) under the designation GF Team London. 

 

2. OBJECTIVES 

2.1 To operate as a non-profit Community Interest Company (CIC) dedicated to the promotion and practice of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) in accordance with IBJJF technical and ethical standards.

2.2 To provide an inclusive, safe, and supportive training environment for the local community.

2.3 To uphold a strict policy of non-discrimination as defined by the Equality Act 2010, ensuring equal opportunity regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. 

 

3. MEMBERSHIP 

3.1 Eligibility: Membership of the club shall be open to any person having attended and completed a free trial session at the club, and paid the chosen  membership when signing up to join.

3.2 Fees: The President shall determine session fees and club subscriptions

3.3 Conduct: The Club reserves the right to suspend or terminate membership for conduct deemed detrimental to the Club’s reputation or the safety of its members.

3.4 Types: 

• Individual Adult (16+)

• Concession (Students/Key Workers)

• Part-time Adult (1x per week)

• Junior (5–15) - 1x per week

• Junior (5–15) - 2x per week 

 

4. ACCOUNTS & LEGAL STATUS 

4.1 Revenue: Income shall be generated via membership fees, seminars, equipment sales, and grants.

4.2 Financial Management: The Treasurer shall maintain records under the oversight of the President. Funds must be used exclusively to further the Club’s objectives.

4.3 CIC Status: As a CIC, the Club is subject to an "Asset Lock." Profits must be reinvested into the Club or used for community benefit. No surpluses shall be distributed to members or directors as dividends. Financial reporting must comply with Companies House filing requirements. 

 

5. OFFICERS 

5.1 The Executive Committee shall consist of: 

• President/ Treasurer: P. Garcia (Statutory Director)

• Secretary: (Non-Executive)

• Technical Director: (Non-Executive)

 

6. ELECTION OF OFFICERS 

6.1 The President holds a permanent position as the founding Director. Other Officers are elected at the Annual General Meeting (AGM).

6.2 Non-Executive posts are held indefinitely provided the individual remains a member in good standing and actively contributes to Club governance.

6.3 Any Adult Member may stand for election provided they are nominated and seconded. 

 

7. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE POWERS 

7.1 The Committee shall manage the Club's day-to-day affairs.

7.2 Meetings: Minimum of three (3) times per year. A quorum is three (3) members.

7.3 Finances: The Club shall maintain a business bank account. The President and one other Officer (Secretary or Vice President) are required for authorizations/signatories. 

 

8. GENERAL MEETINGS 

8.1 AGM: Held by mid-December annually. 21 days' notice must be provided via the official website or email.

8.2 Voting: Each adult member in attendance has one vote.

8.3 Quorum: four (4) adult members, including three (2) Executive Officers. 

 

9. CONSTITUTIONAL ALTERATIONS 

9.1 Amendments require a formal proposal by the President.

9.2 Changes must be ratified at an AGM or EGM by a two-thirds majority of the attending voting membership. 

 

10. DISSOLUTION 

10.1 Dissolution Process: The Club may be dissolved by compulsory striking-off by the Registrar of Companies for non-compliance. Upon such an event, the Executive Committee shall proceed to realise the Club's assets and discharge all outstanding debts and liabilities. 

10.2 Asset Lock & Transfer: In accordance with the Community Interest Company Regulations 2005, any assets remaining after the satisfaction of all debts shall not be distributed among the members. Instead, they shall be transferred to a nominated asset-locked body (such as a registered charity or another CIC) with objectives similar to the Club, to be determined by the Executive Committee at the time of dissolution. 

10.3 Grant-Funded Assets: Any assets or equipment acquired through specific grant funding shall be handled in strict accordance with the terms of the original grant agreement. If the agreement is silent, such assets shall be returned to the awarding body or transferred to a local educational facility (e.g., the host school) for continued community use, as recorded in the Club’s final asset register.