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THE EMPIRE GAMES FAQS

HOW DID THE EMPIRE GAMES START?

The Empire Games were born amidst the 2020 Covid Lockdown Restrictions out of desperation for Connection + continuing Momentum for our Crew at the time.

As you would have experienced yourself during this time, the feeling of loneliness, isolation + helplessness, we too felt it + saw our Crew suffering because of it.

The Empire Games were designed to include any of our Crew at every entry level possible, a Team Competition of all Team Competitions – an opportunity to bring our Crew back together + give them something to look forward to!

Since then, The Empire Games have grown into one of the biggest Competitions at Empire which sees all walks of life teaming up; from Grandma + Granddad to Juniors, Mums, Dads, Powerlifters + Strong(wo)man.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

The Empire Games are comprised of 16 Events that are announced over the months leading up to Game Day. What will be announced are the Events, but Teams are not told how the Event will run, nominated weights, the Event Sequence or how each Event will be scored; until Game Day.

When Teams arrive onsite on Game Day, all Teams will be told the Event Sequence, Scoring etc at the same time + be given 10 minutes to select the appropriate Team Member to complete that Event.

HOW DO THE GAMES WORK?

The Empire Games are broken into 4 Key Stages, with 4 Events within each Stage.

A maximum of 1 Event per Stage is to be completed by a Single Team Member. I.E.; 1 Team Member cannot complete more than 1 Event per Stage, all Team Members must be allocated an Event each.

STAGESTRENGTHCONDITIONINGAGILITYENDURANCE
1STRENGTH EVENT 1CONDITIONING EVENT 1AGILITY EVENT 1ENDURANCE EVENT 1
2STRENGTH EVENT 2CONDITIONING EVENT 2AGILITY EVENT 2ENDURANCE EVENT 2
3STRENGTH EVENT 3CONDITIONING EVENT 3AGILITY EVENT 3ENDURANCE EVENT 3
4STRENGTH EVENT 4CONDITIONING EVENT 4AGILITY EVENT 4ENDURANCE EVENT 4

Events will be scored across all Teams, with each Team’s Stage Scores tallied at the end of the Games Day.  In the event of a Tie-Breaker, Teams who equal the same point score at the end of Games Day 1, will be invited back onsite at for the Unparalleled Tie Breaker Event for Poll Position.

BUILDING YOUR TEAM

Entry into the Games is with a Team of 4 People.

Your Team will participate in each event, side by side, with 1 or 2 other Teams of 4 until all Stages & Events are completed.

All Teams will be allocated points per Event within each Stage of the Games.

When selecting Team Members, you want to look for people who are:

  • Great Team Players
  • Have strengths in areas of the Gym that perhaps you don’t
  • People you enjoy the company of
  • People who enjoy having a good time + meeting new people!

WHAT EVENTS DO WE PREPARE FOR?

As the Events are announced in the lead up to Games Day, this will allow for a reasonable amount of general preparation for all participants.

Empire Games Events usually have a little flavor for:

  • Strong(wo)men
  • Cardio Kings
  • Powerlifters
  • Footy Lads + Dads
  • Crossfit Queens
  • + the list goes on!

Every Event selected are added to each Stage with consideration for every entry level, with modifications where required.

This provides a fair playing field for all Participants to encourage enhanced Team Work strategizing, opposed to Egocentric participation – Leave Your Egos Behind. 

HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED?

ASSEMBLE YOUR TEAM OF 4

1. MAKE SURE ALL TEAM MEMBERS REGISTER

2. FINALISE EACH TEAM MEMBER’S REGISTRATION PAYMENT HERE

3. KEEP AN EYE ON OUR SOCIAL MEDIA FOR EVENT UPDATES

KEEPING IT CASUAL HUH?

CASUAL VISIT REGISTRATION FORM

  • Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
    I warrant to The Empire Bodyshop that all information I have provided on this form is of a true and correct nature. I accept that I will not have any claim of any nature against The Empire Bodyshop for any illness, injury or adverse change in medical condition or state of health arising directly or indirectly from any program or advice provided by or carried out preparatory to or as part of any program I undertake whilst under the supervision or instruction of The Empire Bodyshop. Any rights granted to me by law which are not capable of change by agreement remained unaffected by the terms of this agreement. Any injury I may incur will be reported to a member of The Empire Bodyshop Team immediately for escalation to the Lead Coach so a determination can be made as to my ability to complete the bootcamp or not and I agree to adhere to the Trainers decision in this matter. I consent to the release and publishing of my image or video footage containing my participation with The Empire Bodyshop’s Coaches & Crew on public domains including social media, newsletter publications, website and email communications.
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MINI HULK DIVISION

WELCOME MINI HULKS!

  • Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY
  • Mini Hulk Shirts are included for Competitors, however if extra shirts are required, our Operations Team can make some available for purchase on the day for $40 per shirt.
    WAIVER RELEASE & INDEMNIFICATION Primarily, this Competition is meant to be FUN + SAFE! If at any time one of The Empire Bodyshop's Operations Team (referred to as "Empire" deems an activity to be unsafe or pose risk or harm to any Mini Hulk, without penalty, Empire reserve any and all right to ceasing any activity or event at any time. Mini Hulks will require full Parental or Guardian permissions prior to participating in any activity at the Competition to ensure no one gets hurt. ONTO THE MORE SERIOUS STUFF: In consideration of the acceptance of my participation in events with Jeriyah Projects Pty Ltd trading as The Empire Bodyshop (referred to herein as “The Empire Bodyshop”). 1. I waive all claims that I may have against The Empire Bodyshop, its officers, directors, members, volunteers, employees, agents and sponsors, or its executors, administrators, heirs, successors or assigns (the organisers), and release them from all claims for death, injury or damage arising out of my participation in their club, their event and its related activities, together with any costs, including legal fees. 2. I agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the organisers against damage arising out of my participation in the events and its related activities. 3. I agree to comply with all the rules, regulations and instructions of the organisers. 4. In the event of injury or illness during participation, I consent to receive medical treatment, which may be deemed advisable by the organisers. 5. I acknowledge that I have sole responsibility for my personal possessions and equipment during all the events and activities. 6. I hereby permit the free use of my name and picture in any broadcasts, telecasts and the press including website as they pertain to The Empire Bodyshop their events and activities. 7. I understand that my entry fee is non-transferable and non-refundable. In the unlikely event that I can no longer participate in the Event I am registered for, I am responsible for notifying the Empire Directors no less than fourteen (14) days prior to the Event. 8. I agree to have my personal details recorded and used by The Empire Bodyshop and related parties for further communications of future related events. I acknowledge that the above information will be stored on paper and electronically in The Empire Bodyshop Competition Register and that any information may be provided to relevant branches, Sport Integrity Australia, Directors of The Empire Bodyshop and other bodies or parties as necessary for participation and the maintenance of my membership to The Empire Bodyshop. Information will not be disclosed to any other person or party without my written permission. I may gain access to my information by contacting the Company Directors. Information supplied to The Empire Bodyshop is kept in a secure location.

SATURDAY SPECIAL

ARE YOU ONE OF OUR CREW'S PLUS ONE?

    (ticking yes to this question confirms you have doctor's permission to undertake exercise)
  • If none, please simply indicate N/A
    I warrant to The Empire Bodyshop that all information I have provided on this form is of a true and correct nature. I accept that I will not have any claim of any nature against The Empire Bodyshop for any illness, injury or adverse change in medical condition or state of health arising directly or indirectly from any program or advice provided by or carried out preparatory to or as part of any program I undertake whilst under the supervision or instruction of The Empire Bodyshop. Any rights granted to me by law which are not capable of change by agreement remained unaffected by the terms of this agreement. Any injury I may incur will be reported to a member of The Empire Bodyshop Team immediately for escalation to the Lead Coach so a determination can be made as to my ability to complete the bootcamp or not and I agree to adhere to the Trainers decision in this matter. I consent to the release and publishing of my image or video footage containing my participation with The Empire Bodyshop’s Coaches & Crew on public domains including social media, newsletter publications, website and email communications.

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STEP ONE: COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION FORM

The Empire Games Registration

    (ticking yes to this question confirms you have doctor's permission to undertake The Empire Games)
    PARTICIPATION INDEMNITY WAIVER I accept that I will not have any claim of any nature against The Empire Bodyshop for any illness, injury or adverse change in medical condition or state of health arising directly or indirectly from any program or advice provided by or carried out preparatory to or as part of any program I undertake whilst under the supervision or instruction of The Empire Bodyshop, it's Coaches or referral Health Practitioners. I understand and accept that whilst participating in The Empire Games, that I am responsible for my own safety + that of my teammates by communicating any essential information that may impact my participation. I also accept that if I observe acts or behavior that may pose risk to those around me, that I am responsible for reporting this to The Empire Bodyshop’s Lead Coach. Any rights granted to me by law which are not capable of change by agreement remained unaffected by the terms of this agreement. I agree to adhere to The Empire Games rules prescribed in my registration form and confirmation information, including but not limited to the confidentiality of Games’ Stages, Events, scheduling, methods, Team Participation (including your own) and any other information which may impact on Games Day fairness for all Teams. I understand and agree to this waiver wholeheartedly and will respect all Games participants by conducting myself in a respectful manner, represent my Team with the integrity they deserve and to be a part of a Fair Games Day that is enjoyable for everyone involved. If I am found to have behaved in a manner in which contravenes any part of this agreement, I understand that I or my Team may be disqualified for misconduct. CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT All Teams are prohibited from publishing their Individual and/or Team’s Game progress and/or results on any social media platform including text message and phone calls, information including; images and videos of Stages, Events, Lap Times, Weights or any other relevant information until The Empire Bodyshop Lead Coach has notified all Teams that they are authorised to do so. CONSENT TO VIDEO / IMAGE DOCUMENTATION I understand that The Empire Games will be filmed in video with photographic documentation throughout my participation. I consent to the release and publishing of my image or video footage containing my participation, taken for the purposes of marketing The Empire Bodyshop’s services on public domains including social media, newsletter publications, and website and email communications. I am also aware and agree that my name will not be directly affiliating with any publication without my prior consent.   CANCELLATION / CHANGE OF BOOKINGS Teams are able to replace members, each team member is still required to register and make payment separately for liability waiver reasons. All payments are non-refundable. In the event where an individual or Team has been identified to have contravened this agreement, I understand that The Empire Bodyshop Lead Coach may elect to disqualify me or my Team, in which my registration fee will remain as non-refundable. A “No-show” is simply when You do not turn up for Your appointment. If You don’t show up for an appointment, that appointment will be forfeited, and You will also be charged 100% of the service. It’s reasonable that You may be running late due to unforeseen circumstances. Your service may be cut short due to Your late arrival. TEAM START TIMES + EVENT SCORING All Teams once registered, will be sent their Empire Games start time by the Empire Lead Coach within 2 weeks of the Games’ commencement. Your Team will participate in each event, side by side, with 1 other Team of 4 until all Stages & Events are completed. All Teams will be allocated points per Event within each Stage of the Games. Each Games Stage comprises of 4 Stages encompassing 4 Events, Each Team is required to nominate 1 Team Member per Event only. The Empire Bodyshop will not disclose Events within each Stage until 2 weeks prior to Games Day commencement, however, the structure in which Events will be placed under each Stage, their scoring, duration, method or other relevant information will remain confidential until the Games Day. This provides a fair playing field for all Participants to encourage enhanced Team Work strategizing, opposed to Egocentric participation – Leave Your Egos Behind. A maximum of 1 Event per Stage is to be completed by a Single Team Member. I.E.; 1 Team Member cannot complete more than 1 Event per Stage, all Team Members must be allocated an Event each. Events will be scored across all Teams, with each Team’s Stage Scores tallied at the end of the Games Day. In the event of a Tie-Breaker, Teams who equal the same point score at the end of Games Day 1, will be invited back for the Unparalleled Tie Breaker Event for Poll Position.

STEP TWO: FINALISE YOUR REGISTRATION PAYMENT

STEP THREE: REFER TO THE EMPIRE GAMES FAQ PAGE

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EMPIRE AMBASSADOR SCHOLARSHIP

Applications have now opened to our wider Community for 1 Applicant to be awarded the Empire Ambassador Scholarship, closing 5pm Saturday 8th January 2022.

The Scholarship is designed to provide access to Empire’s Capped Class Schedule as well as Personal Coaching with Empire’s Elite Lead Coach, to facilitate change without barrier.

WHAT IS THE EMPIRE AMBASSADOR SCHOLARSHIP?

The Empire Ambassador Scholarship invites both Scholarship Winners to 12 weeks of Class Participation, Personal Coaching + VIP Access to Empire Masterclasses at the Empire Bodyshop, fully funded by The Empire Coaching Team.

Scholarship Winners are empowered to accelerate their journey with full access to exclusive Empire Coaching Strategies, Nutrition & Support Resources.

Ambassadors will be expected to attend all Personal Coaching sessions, follow reasonable instruction provided by The Empire Bodyshop Coaching Team & any referral Practitioners in order to achieve what they set out for at the commencement of the 12 week journey.

Ambassadors will be provided an Empire Crew Shirt free of charge, so they feel a part of the Empire Family. Ambassadors will be asked to represent The Empire Bodyshop in accordance with Empire’s strong Values & proven culture of “1 In, All In”.

From time-to-time Ambassadors will be invited to exclusive Events, Social Media to showcase a Journey Without Barriers.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I CAN APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP?

All Applicants must have completed the form below in order to be considered for the Scholarship offering.

Basically, anyone can apply!

If you are a school-based Youth 10 years & up, a Mum re-entering the workforce, facing financial hardship, experiencing mental health struggles; these are many of the factors that we intended the Scholarship to support.

At Empire we firmly believe that as a Community we can achieve more together & break down barriers which inhibit our journey.

WHY DOES EMPIRE RUN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS?

Put simply, we want to be the change that we need to see in our Community. We have a responsibility to leave a legacy that we can be proud of – if we can share that with one more person who needs support that we can actively help, then what we set out to achieve has been well worth it.