Notes to participant
- Participants should not be accepted to change class and the right of participation is not transferable.
- No makeup class and refund will be arranged due to any personal reason, inclement weather or special condition in the city.
- WAC Training T-shirt must be worn, also bring suitable and enough drinks during training sessions.
- Please do not leave your belongings unattended. WAC shall not be liable for any loss and/or damage of personal property brought to and/or left in the sports ground.
- The instructor and staff of WAC have the right to reject anyone who fails to observe the instructions from attending the course. Fees paid are not refundable.
- Participants should be aware of their health condition, and avoid taking the class when feeling unwell or showing symptoms of infectious diseases like fever, respiratory tract symptoms (e.g. cough, running nose, sore throat), conjunctivitis, skin rashes, skin damage etc.
- For safety’s sake, instructors may reject anyone whose health condition is considered unsuitable for participation and those who have signs and symptoms of infectious diseases like fever, respiratory tract symptoms (e.g. cough, running nose, sore throat), conjunctivitis, skin rashes, skin damage etc. from participating the lesson.
- If participants suspect that they are subjected to sexual harassment, they should inform the officer-in-charge of the activity / venue staff at once, and may call 2511 8211 to seek advice directly from the Equal Opportunities Commission.
- No pets should be brought to the activity.
- WAC have the right to amend the course date, time and venue. No make-up classes and no refunds arrangement available.
Arrangement of inclement weather
Please check the Hong Kong Observatory website for the latest weather condition: https://www.hko.gov.hk/en/index.html
| Situation | Two hours before class | During class |
|---|---|---|
| Amber rainstorm warning signal or; Tropical cyclone warning signal No. 1 | Normal | Normal |
| Red rainstorm warning signal or; Black rainstorm warning signal or; Tropical cyclone warning signal No. 3 | Cancel | Coach has discretion to cancel the activity for the sake of safety |
| Pre-No.8 special announcement or; Tropical cyclone warning signal No.8 or above | Cancel | Cancel |
In case the warning signal is cancelled two hours before an activity commences and the venue condition permits, all activities will be held as scheduled.
Participants should consider the actual weather and traffic condition when deciding whether or not to attend the activity.
There will be no make-up classes and no refunds for classes cancelled due to inclement weather.
Arrangement of health risk category
Please check the Environment Protection Department website for the latest weather condition: https://www.aqhi.gov.hk/en.html
| Situation | Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) | Arrangement | People with existing heart or respiratory illnesses | Children and the Elderly | General Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| “High” health risk category | 7 | Activities will be held as scheduled. | Advised to reduce outdoor physical exertion, and to reduce the time of their stay outdoors, especially in areas with heavy traffic. They should also seek advice from a medical doctor before participating in sports activities and take more breaks during physical activities. | Advised to reduce outdoor physical exertion, and to reduce the time of their stay outdoors, especially in areas with heavy traffic. | No response action is required. |
| “Very High” health risk category | 8-10 | Activities will be held as scheduled. | Advised to reduce to the minimum outdoor physical exertion, and to reduce to the minimum the time of their stay outdoors, especially in areas with heavy traffic. | Advised to reduce to the minimum outdoor physical exertion, and to reduce to the minimum the time of their stay outdoors, especially in areas with heavy traffic. | Advised to reduce outdoor physical exertion, and to reduce the time of their stay outdoors, especially in areas with heavy traffic. |
| “Serious” health risk category | 10+ | Activities will be held as scheduled. | Advised to avoid outdoor physical exertion, and to avoid staying outdoors, especially in areas with heavy traffic. | Advised to avoid outdoor physical exertion, and to avoid staying outdoors, especially in areas with heavy traffic. | Advised to reduce to the minimum outdoor physical exertion, and to reduce to the minimum the time of their stay outdoors, especially in areas with heavy traffic. |
As the health effects on individuals may vary, participants should seek advice from a medical doctor if they are in doubt or feel uncomfortable.