A Faster 5K Terms of Service
Standard User Agreement
Last Verified: December 2025
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the A Faster 5K website, coaching services, training resources, and community platform. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not use our services.
Key Takeaways
- By using our website or services, you accept these Terms in full
- Training advice is educational guidance, not medical advice—consult a physician before starting any program
- Minors under 18 must have parent/guardian consent to use our services or engage in coaching
Why These Terms Matter
Running is a physically demanding activity. The guidance we provide—whether through blog posts, training plans, or one-on-one coaching—carries inherent responsibilities on both sides. These Terms establish clear expectations so you can focus on what matters: getting faster.
We've structured this agreement to be readable, not buried in legalese. However, these are binding legal terms. Reading them protects you.
Definitions
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| "Services" | The A Faster 5K website, training resources, coaching programs, and related offerings |
| "User," "You" | Any individual accessing or using our Services |
| "Content" | All text, images, videos, training plans, and materials on our platform |
| "Coach Darrin" | Darrin DeTorres, founder and head coach of A Faster 5K and the Ocala Distance Project |
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing the A Faster 5K website or engaging our coaching services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must discontinue use of our Services immediately.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes become effective upon posting to our website. Your continued use of our Services following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to engage our coaching services independently. Individuals under 18 may use our Services or participate in coaching programs only with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms on the minor's behalf.
Parents and guardians assume full responsibility for their minor's use of our Services and compliance with these Terms.
3. Training Services and Health Disclaimer
What We Provide
A Faster 5K offers evidence-based training resources including educational content on running performance, structured training plans and periodization guidance, one-on-one and group coaching services, and community support and accountability.
What We Do Not Provide
Our services are not medical advice. We are running coaches, not physicians, physical therapists, or licensed healthcare providers.
| We Provide | We Do NOT Provide |
|---|---|
| Training plan structure | Diagnosis of injuries or conditions |
| Pacing guidance | Treatment recommendations |
| Periodization advice | Rehabilitation protocols |
| Race strategy | Nutrition prescriptions |
Your Responsibility
Before beginning any training program, you should consult with a qualified healthcare provider, especially if you have pre-existing medical conditions, have been sedentary for an extended period, are pregnant or postpartum, or have a history of cardiovascular issues.
By using our Services, you acknowledge that physical activity carries inherent risks including but not limited to muscle strains, stress fractures, cardiovascular events, and other injuries. You voluntarily assume these risks and agree that A Faster 5K, Coach Darrin DeTorres, and affiliated parties are not liable for any injury, illness, or death resulting from your use of our training guidance.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
Our Content
All Content on the A Faster 5K website—including text, graphics, logos, training plans, videos, and course materials—is the exclusive property of A Faster 5K and Coach Darrin DeTorres, protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
You may:
- Access and use our Content for personal, non-commercial purposes only
- Share links to our Content with proper attribution
- Print or download materials for personal training use
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, or sell our Content without written permission
- Claim our Content as your own
- Use our materials to create competing products or services
Coach Darrin's Experience
The coaching methodologies, training philosophies, and athlete development systems described on our platform represent over 15 years of competitive running and coaching experience. This intellectual property—developed through work with state champions, national qualifiers, and hundreds of athletes—remains the exclusive property of A Faster 5K.
5. Coaching Services Agreement
Service Engagement
When you engage A Faster 5K for coaching services, whether through the Ocala Distance Project or individual coaching arrangements, additional terms may apply as outlined in your specific coaching agreement.
Communication
Coaching relationships require clear communication. You agree to:
- Provide honest feedback about your training, recovery, and any pain or discomfort
- Disclose relevant medical history and any changes to your health status
- Communicate scheduling conflicts or inability to complete prescribed training
- Respond to coaching communications in a timely manner
Results Disclaimer
While our methods have produced state champions, national qualifiers, and countless personal records, individual results vary based on factors including genetics, consistency, recovery, life stress, and adherence to training. We do not guarantee specific times, placements, or outcomes.
6. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, A Faster 5K, Coach Darrin DeTorres, and all affiliated parties shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our Services.
This includes, without limitation:
- Personal injury or illness
- Loss of data or training records
- Interrupted training due to service unavailability
- Any damages arising from reliance on our Content
Our total liability for any claim arising from these Terms or your use of our Services shall not exceed the amount you paid for Services in the twelve months preceding the claim.
7. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless A Faster 5K, Coach Darrin DeTorres, and affiliated parties from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising from your use of our Services, your violation of these Terms, your violation of any third-party rights, or any injury to yourself or others resulting from your training activities.
8. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services. These links are provided for convenience only. A Faster 5K does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for third-party content or services.
Your interactions with third parties, including race registration platforms, equipment retailers, or other service providers, are solely between you and those parties.
9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of our Services shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Marion County, Florida, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
You waive any right to participate in class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitration against A Faster 5K.
10. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
11. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with any coaching agreements or service-specific terms, constitute the entire agreement between you and A Faster 5K regarding your use of our Services. These Terms supersede any prior agreements or communications.
12. Contact Information
Questions about these Terms should be directed to:
A Faster 5K
Coach Darrin DeTorres
Ocala, Florida
Our Commitment to You
These Terms exist to protect both parties, but they don't change our fundamental commitment: helping you run a faster 5k through smart, evidence-based training.
We've built our reputation on results—from Joey Fitzpatrick's state meet record as an eighth grader to Collin Moore's 55:38 at the Gate River Run 15k. The same principles that produce those breakthroughs are available to every runner who trusts us with their training.
"The right training, applied consistently, produces breakthroughs. It works for state champions, and it works for anyone willing to put in the work."
— Coach Darrin DeTorres, Founder of A Faster 5K
Effective Date: December 2025
Last Updated: December 2025
Mandatory Medical Disclaimer
A Faster 5K provides training content, race strategies, and physiological calculations for educational purposes only. Running and endurance sports carry inherent physiological risks, including musculoskeletal injury and cardiovascular stress. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional or physician before beginning any new physical training regimen, especially if you have pre-existing medical conditions or are returning from injury. All training programs provided on this site are followed at the user's own discretion. The use of any information provided on this platform is solely at your own risk.