Trainer Agreement and Terms of Service

Effective Date: April 10, 2026

Overview

Treniruoju.lt is an online marketplace that connects personal trainers with clients seeking fitness services. This Agreement governs your use of our platform as a trainer.

Key Point: You are an independent contractor, not an employee. The platform is a marketplace intermediary only.

Eligibility

To use Treniruoju.lt as a trainer, you must:

Be at least 18 years old
Have the legal right to work in Lithuania
Possess valid professional certifications (fitness, nutrition, or related field)
Hold professional liability insurance (or agree to obtain it)
Comply with all Lithuanian laws and regulations

Professional Verification

Our verification process:

You upload a copy of your ID and professional certifications
Our team reviews your documents (typically within 5 business days)
Upon approval, your profile displays a "Verified Trainer" badge
Your verification status is subject to our Privacy Policy

      ⚠️ Important: Providing false credentials is grounds for immediate account suspension and potential legal action.
    

Professional Liability Insurance (Required)

You must:

Maintain valid professional liability insurance at all times
Provide proof of insurance upon request
Will be suspended if insurance lapses

Minimum Recommended Coverage: €500,000 per claim (consult a Lithuanian insurance broker)

Your Responsibilities as a Trainer

Service Quality

Provide safe, professional training services
Follow fitness industry standards and best practices
Obtain informed consent before training (especially for high-risk individuals)
Refer clients to medical professionals if you suspect health issues
Keep certificates and training methods up to date

Client Safety

Conduct basic health screening (ask about injuries, medications, conditions)
Provide warm-up and cool-down guidance
Use proper, maintained equipment
Never provide medical advice (refer to doctors)
Stop immediately if a client experiences pain or distress

Legal Compliance

Comply with Lithuanian labor laws and tax obligations
Comply with GDPR when handling client health data
Do not discriminate based on protected characteristics
Report any concerns (abuse, fraud, safety) to authorities

Data Protection

Obtain consent before collecting health or personal data
Store client data securely
Do not sell or share client data
Delete client data upon request (unless legally required to retain)
Treat all client information as confidential

Platform Policies

You agree to:

Use the platform only for fitness services (no illegal activities)
Not solicit clients to move off the platform (to bypass platform fees)
Not create fake reviews or fraudulently rate yourself
Not use the platform to harass, discriminate, or threaten clients
Not share login credentials or transfer your account to others
Not use bots or automated tools
Respond to client messages within 24 hours (expected; not required)

Prohibited Conduct (Grounds for Suspension)

The following are strictly prohibited:

Sexual harassment or coercion
Discrimination (race, gender, disability, age, etc.)
Physical abuse or assault
Drug or alcohol use while training clients
Theft or fraud
False claims about qualifications or results
Unauthorized collection or sale of personal data
Defamation or false reviews

Consequence: Violation may result in immediate suspension and permanent ban.

Account Suspension and Termination

We May Suspend Your Account If:

You violate this Agreement or platform policies
You receive multiple complaints of unsafe or unprofessional conduct
Your professional credentials expire or are revoked
Your insurance lapses
You fail to respond to compliance requests

Your Right to Appeal:

You have 14 days to appeal a suspension or termination. Email info@treniruoju.lt with your appeal and supporting evidence. We will review and respond within 7 days.

Fees and Payment

You are responsible for: Paying your own taxes and social contributions
Invoice format: May be required by Lithuanian law
Record keeping: Keep records of earnings for tax purposes
Tax reporting: Report income to Lithuanian tax authorities

Liability

Platform Liability: We are a marketplace intermediary only. We are not liable for the quality or safety of training services you provide.
Your Liability: You are solely responsible for the services you provide and must maintain professional liability insurance.

GDPR and Data Protection

You as a Data Controller

When you collect client health or personal data, you are a data controller and must:

Obtain written consent before processing special categories of data (health info)
Provide a privacy notice to clients
Comply with GDPR Articles 12-22 (user rights)

Example: Handling Client Health Data

If a client tells you "I have a torn ACL; is this safe," that's health data. You must:

Tell the client how you'll store it
Delete it after your training ends
Not share it with others
Refer them to a doctor if injured

Dispute Resolution

If you have complaints or disputes:

Email info@treniruoju.lt
We respond within 5 business days
If unresolved, either party may request binding arbitration
Arbitration costs split equally

Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by Lithuanian civil law, EU GDPR, and European data protection directives. Disputes are resolved in Lithuanian courts (or arbitration).

Contact & Support

Questions? Email info@treniruoju.lt

For legal advice, consult a Lithuanian employment and data protection attorney.