CLUB BY-LAWS

1. Valet Parking. Members receive a discounted rate on valet parking.
2. Membership Cards. The Club shall issue you a membership card, which you are required to present upon entrance to the facility and keep with you at all times. Your membership card is not to be used by friends or relatives. Members shall be charged $20 for a replacement card.
3. Guest Policy. We are an exclusive Club and Management reserves the right to deny the sale of a day pass for any reason including, but not limited to, holidays, blackout dates, capacity, or private events. Members may receive a discount on their guests; rate is dependent on day of the week. All guests must be over 18 years of age. During high volume periods a wait list may be instituted to limit access and maintain an appropriate flow of guests based on capacity.
4. Seating. Seating in the pool and hamam areas is first come first served. Seats may not be reserved, and we reserve the right to remove any unattended items without notice.
5. Phones. Use of phones in spa in hamam areas is not allowed, and use in all other areas should be conducted in a manner not disruptive of the spa atmosphere or other guests. Streaming of music, videos and the like is not permitted in public areas without the use of headphones.
6. Memberships are non-transferable.
7. Membership Upgrades & Downgrades. Any request to upgrade/downgrade membership must be submitted to membership@standardmiami.com at least two (2) weeks prior to the next billing cycle for membership, and will be reflected in the following month’s billing cycle.
8. Suspension / Revocation of Membership. The Standard Spa, Miami reserves the right to suspend or revoke and cancel your membership at any time for any reason.
9. Cameras. In order to maintain the privacy of our Members and guests, the use of cameras is restricted and not permitted without prior management approval. Anyone caught using a camera in violation of our guidelines in the Hotel will be asked to leave and may have their membership privileges revoked. The Hotel will not be responsible for any pictures taken in violation of this policy. Requests for photo shoots must be made in writing in advance and are subject to approval/denial at Hotel’s sole discretion.
10. Children Policy. Children under 18 years of age may not access The Standard Spa, Miami, except when dining in the restaurant accompanied by an adult.
11. Firearms. The possession of firearms or other weapons is not permitted on property including in hotel rooms and public areas.
12. Dog Policy. Dogs must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed inside the building with the exception of passing through the lobby. You are expected to clean up after your dogs. We reserve the right to refuse a dog (except as required under the American Disabilities Act) at any time.
13. Boat Policy. Members may be permitted to dock their boats after submitting the appropriate docking paperwork. Dock space is limited and is offered based on availability. Be mindful to not overstay your agreed docking window. In addition, it is the Member’s sole responsibility to secure the boat to prevent loss or damage.
14. Classes + Workshops. Allow enough time to sign in before each class. Do not enter a class late or leave early unless you give the instructor prior notice. If you are just starting Health, Yoga or Fitness Classes or one-on-one training or have a pre-existing injury or problems that prevent full participation, please discuss the situation with the Wellness Coordinator and instructor before class.
15. Spa & Training Sessions. Service cancellations or re-scheduling of your appointment time within twelve (12) hours of your appointment time will be billed at 100% of the treatment/training price. All prices and services are subject to change without notice.
16. Dress Code. Sandals and bathing suits must be worn at all times in the baths and spa hallways. Be mindful of your footing around pools and in bathing and wet areas. Appropriate closed-toe exercise footwear is required in the gym at all times.
17. Lost & Found. Do not leave any valuables unattended or in a robe. Ensure that you visit the Spa Desk and sign for access to a personal locker and place any belongings in the locker. We recommend that you do not bring any valuables with you as we are not responsible for lost or stolen items in or about the Hotel, in lockers, or for loss or damage to any property, including but not limited to automobiles and the contents thereof. Lockers are for daily use, not for overnight, and must be emptied upon departure. Any personal items left in lockers overnight will be removed by management.
18. Outside Trainers, Coaches, Therapists. The use of non-Club practitioners on property is strictly prohibited. Any services performed on property must be provided by The Standard Spa Team members and must be scheduled through Spa Desk.
19. Damages. The Member shall pay for any damages to the property by the Member or Member’s guests.
20. Hours of Operation. Membership allows for access to facilities during our hours of operation, as listed on The Standard Spa, Miami website
21. Smoking. Smoking is only permitted in the designated smoking area of the deck area. No cigars are permitted on the premises.
22. Rules, Regulations, and Schedules. The Bylaws are not inclusive. Member agrees to abide by all the membership rules, regulations and schedules of the Club, which may be posted at the Hotel or issued orally, and which may be amended from time to time, at Management’s sole discretion. Members are expected to abide by all Hotel policies while on property in addition to the terms set forth in this Agreement.

Additional Terms & Conditions:
1. Cancellation.
(a) Cancellation by Member. You can cancel your membership at any time by giving thirty (30) days advance written notification to the Club, as set forth in Section 1(d). Such cancellation shall not be deemed effective until after the first day of the calendar month following the expiration of the 30-day notice period and all required payments have been made to the Club. You will remain liable for payment of dues and other Charges for periods prior to the effective date of cancellation. If you have prepaid your membership dues and other Charges, and wish to cancel your membership before the end of the prepaid term, the Club will refund prepaid dues and other Charges for the membership time not used. Any such refund will not include dues and other Charges for membership time prior to the effective date of your cancellation. No refund will be given for any period of time granted to you on a non-cash basis. Any sums due by you will be deducted from any refund due to you. Until the Club has been notified of the cancellation of your membership in accordance with the terms of this section and all required payments have been made in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, dues and other Charges will continue to be charged to your account thereby reducing any refund of prepaid dues.
(b) Cancellation by Club. The Club can cancel your membership at any time for any breach of this Agreement or for any violation of the Bylaws or other rules and regulations of the Club by notice to you. The Club can also cancel your membership at any time without cause. If the Club cancels your membership by notice to you, you must immediately surrender your membership card. You will remain liable for all unpaid dues and other Charges for periods prior to the termination date. You will be entitled to a refund of any prepaid dues and other Charges upon compliance with the conditions described above. No refunds shall be made for membership dues and other Charges except as specifically provided for in this Agreement. Under no circumstances will refunds of dues be made retroactively due to failure to use the Club facilities. In the event your membership is terminated by the Club for cause, the Club reserves the right to retain the unused portion of any advanced payment made by you.
(c) Additional Rights to Cancellation: You may also cancel this contract with thirty (30) days prior written notice for any of the following reasons including, but not limited to:
a) If you become physically unable to avail yourself of a substantial portion of those services which you used from the commencement of this contract until the time of disability and you provide proof of the disability by certification from a physician licensed under Chapter 458, 459, 460 or Chapter 461 to the extent the diagnosis or treatment is within the physician’s scope of practice.
b) If you die, your estate shall be relieved of any further obligation for payment under the contract not then due and owing.
c) If the services of The Standard Spa, Miami cease to be offered as stated in the contract at its current location or fails to provide you within thirty (30) days, a facility of equal quality at a location within five (5) driving miles of the original location, at no additional cost to you.
d) If you move your residence more than twenty-five (25) miles from the Standard Spa, Miami. Proof of new residence must accompany your notice of cancellation.
(d) Cancellation Procedure. All membership cancellations must be (i) by written notice either delivered or by mail to The Standard Spa, Miami, 40 Island Ave, Miami, Florida 33139, Attn: Membership Department or (ii) submitted to membership@standardmiami.com, with a reason for the cancellation request. At the time the member requests cancellation, the member will be billed for their last month of membership (payment taken on date of cancellation request). Membership will expire the last day of the next month immediately following the cancellation request. Member will have use of facilities until this time. Such notice of cancellation shall automatically terminate Member's obligation to any entity to whom the Hotel has subrogated or assigned this Agreement. If the Club wishes to enforce this Agreement after receipt of notice of cancellation, it may request the Department to determine the sufficiency of such showing. If the Department determines that a refund is due to Member, the refund shall be an amount computed by dividing the contract price by the number of weeks in the contract term and multiplying the result by the number of weeks remaining in the contract term. The refund shall be issued within thirty (30) days after of the notice of cancellation pursuant to this paragraph. The business location of the Club shall not be deemed "Out of Business" when temporarily closed for repair and renovation of the premises, upon sale (for more than fourteen (14) consecutive days) or, during ownership, for not more than seven (7) consecutive days and not more than two (2) periods of seven (7) consecutive days in any calendar year. Should The Standard Spa, Miami go out of business, Member is advised to contact the Department for information within sixty (60) days.
(e) Pricing and Charges. The Club reserves the right to increase the monthly fee and will provide thirty (30) days’ notice to all members regarding any such change in pricing. In consideration of your membership, you will pay a non-transferable, one time initiation fee to the Club. The initiation fee is non-refundable after the expiration of the three (3) day cancellation period. If you cancel your membership and elect to rejoin the Club at a later date, you will be required to pay the initiation fee then in effect for your type of membership. The Club reserves the absolute right at any time to change the amount, manner and time of payment of the initiation fee. In consideration for your membership, you will also pay monthly membership dues, and members with a House Account are required to pay for all amounts charged to their House Account on a monthly basis. Your membership and your payments will begin when this Agreement is signed by you and the Club and will continue unless otherwise terminated in accordance with this Agreement. You understand that failure to use the Club will not relieve you from paying dues and other charges that become due. The Club reserves the absolute right at any time to increase membership dues and other charges for services offered by the Club from time to time.
(f) Billing & Unpaid Balances. Membership dues and monthly House account charges will be billed on the last of every month or first business day thereafter. Members will not be permitted to use the Club until all dues and Charges are current. The Club will assess a service charge of $30 for returned checks. The Club may also assess a late fee of $25 per week on all past due accounts. The Club reserves the absolute right to change these service charges and late fees at any time.
(g) Payment Procedures. Your monthly dues and House account charges (if applicable) (collectively the “Charges”) will be paid through electronic funds transfer (“EFT”) from the checking account, debit or credit card designated by you. You agree to sign and deliver any additional documents as may be necessary to set up and maintain the payment of your dues and other Charges through EFT throughout your membership. You authorize the Club to utilize your EFT for all payments due under this Agreement and collection of past due accounts. All payments received will be applied first to any previous outstanding balances owed to the Club. In the event your EFT account information changes or your EFT ends without notice to the Club, you will be required to provide the Club with a new EFT authorization by the 20th of the current month in order to charge the new account and prevent charges to the old account in the following month; the failure to do so may result in service charges and cancellation of your membership. At the end of any prepaid term, your membership will continue on a monthly basis, unless you give us written notice of cancellation as set forth in this Agreement. Under Florida law, the initial term of this Agreement may not exceed thirty-six (36) months, and thereafter shall only be renewable annually. Such renewal contracts may not be executed and any fees for renewal shall not be payable until sixty (60) days or less before the preceding contract expires.
(h) Physical Activity Readiness. The Club reserves the right to decline membership to anyone having medical conditions requiring any professional medical supervision. You represent that: (a) you are voluntarily engaging in physical exercise, are in good physical condition and have no disabilities, diseases, illnesses or other conditions that could prevent you from exercising and using the Hotel facilities without injuring yourself or impairing your health; (b) you have consulted a licensed physician concerning an exercise program that will not expose you to risk of injury or impairment to your health; and (c) your physician has approved your contemplated activities at the Club. If you have any special exercise requirements or limitations, you agree to disclose them to the Club before using the Hotel facilities, or when seeking help in carrying on an exercise program. You acknowledge that the Club has not given you any medical advice and you are relying solely on the advice of your licensed physician regarding the ability to use the Hotel facilities. You agree to consult with your physician prior to making any dietary changes or use of any food supplements.
(i) Assumption of Risk. You, on behalf of yourself and any guests, represent that you understand that engaging in physical exercise and the use of the Hotel facilities includes an inherent risk of minor or major life threatening injury to persons and property, and death. You understand that risk of injury to persons and property includes, but is not limited to, injuries arising from or relating to (a) the use by you, guests or others of exercise equipment and machines, locker rooms, spa and other wet areas and other Hotel facilities;
(b) participation by you, guests or others in any supervised and unsupervised activities, programs, classes, events on or off the Hotel premises, including any Hotel sponsored activities and events; (c) any personal training, instruction, supervision or dietary recommendations by Hotel or its staff; (d) medical disorders that may occur from use of the Hotel facilities such as heart attack, stroke, death, heat stress, sprains, strains, broken bones, torn muscles, tendons and ligaments among others; (e) accidents that may occur anywhere in or around the Hotel (including lobbies, hallways, exercise areas, locker rooms, spa areas, steam rooms, pool areas, Jacuzzis, saunas, dressing rooms, parking lots, restaurants) or while participating in activities or events associated with or sponsored by the Hotel or while traveling to or from the Hotel; and (f) theft or loss of property, while using the Hotel facilities. Accidental injuries include those caused by you or other persons and those, for example of a slip and fall nature. You and your guests agree that use of the Hotel facilities, including participation in Hotel sponsored outside activities and events are undertaken by you or your guests at your sole risk. You and your guests expressly agree to assume full responsibility for all bodily injury, death, property damage, and theft or loss of personal property (including personal property kept in lockers that might result, no matter what causes such injury, damage or loss, including the active or passive negligence of the Hotel, its employees, agents ori ndependent contractors.
(j) Waiver and Release of Liability. By your execution of this agreement, you, on behalf of yourself, your dependent(s), guests, legal representatives, successors and assigns, hereby (a) waive any claims or rights that you, any dependent or guest may have hereafter against the Hotel and its owners, employees, officers, managers, independent contractors and agents (collectively, the “releases”), and (b) release, discharge and hold releases absolutely harmless from any and all claims, demands, injuries (including death), damages, losses, liabilities, actions, suits, or causes of actions to persons or property, present and future, arising from or related to your or any dependent’s or guests use of or participation in the Hotel facilities, whether caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the releases. This waiver shall apply to your use and participation in the premises, facilities, equipment, services, programs, activities and events of the Hotel. You acknowledge that you have carefully read this Waiver and Release of Liability and fully understand its terms. You are waiving any right that you, any dependents or guests may have to bring legal action against the Hotel for negligence or arising from or related to use or participation in the Hotel facilities.
(k) Bylaws. Your membership is subject to compliance with the Bylaws of the Club, as amended by the Hotel from time to time. All signs and other rules and regulations posted in or distributed by the Hotel shall be considered part of the Bylaws. Bylaws may be changed, supplemented, or amended at the sole discretion of the Hotel, as deemed necessary for the proper management of the Club. THE BYLAWS SHALL BE CONSIDERED A PART OF THIS MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT.
(l) Severability. If any provision or any part of any provision of this Agreement is held unenforceable, such provision or portion thereof, shall be severed from this Agreement, and such unenforceability shall not affect the other provisions, or the other parts of such provisions, of this Agreement.
(m) Non-Discrimination. The Standard Spa, Miami does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
(n) Entire Agreement. This agreement constitutes the entire and exclusive agreement between the parties and supersedes any oral or written understanding. This contract only may be modified in writing executed by a duly authorized representative of the Club. Employees\ are not authorized to make any independent agreement with any member. You further agree this Agreement, including the Waiver and Release of Liability is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted under laws of the state of Florida, that it shall apply to any period of membership or any prior or subsequent membership period of yours, and to any period during which you use the Hotel facilities.