Terms & Conditions

1. Program Overview
   B.E.A.R. offers online, group-based English language learning courses designed for students from high school students to seniors. Whether you’re a beginners who have previously studied English, but haven’t succeeded in learning it, a returning learner, or someone looking to master communication skills and grammar simultaneously, our brain-based and research-driven method helps you communicate confidently in English.
   Courses are delivered online via Zoom on a weekly basis.
2. Payment Terms
   • All course fees must be paid in full prior to the course start date unless a payment plan has been agreed upon in writing (excluding the trial lesson / period).
   • Payments can be made via approved online payment platforms or bank transfer (details provided upon registration).
   • In the event of a failed payment, access to the course may be suspended until payment is resolved.
   • Course fees may vary depending on the level, duration, or format. All prices are listed in USD (US Dollars)  unless otherwise stated.
3. Refund Policy
   • A full refund will be issued if requested within 7 days of purchase, provided no more than 20% of the course has been accessed or attended.
   • No refunds will be granted once over 20% course has been accessed.
   • Exceptions may be made under special circumstances at the sole discretion of B.E.A.R.
4. Course Access & Usage
   • Participants receive access to live Zoom 90-minute sessions only during their course term (dates will be confirmed upon enrollment).
   • Session recordings, if provided, are for personal review only and cannot be downloaded, redistributed, or shared.
   • No “lifetime access” is guaranteed unless specifically offered in writing.
   • Students may be granted access to class recordings for personal review only. Downloading, reposting, or sharing recordings (in whole or in part) outside the intended learning platform or with individuals not enrolled in the course is strictly prohibited. Violation of this policy may lead to removal from the course without refund and possible legal action.
5. Intellectual Property
   • All course content, including but not limited to videos, visuals, slides, exercises, and worksheets, is the intellectual property of B.E.A.R. and/or Gabe Misaka.
   • You may not reproduce, sell, share, or distribute any course materials without express written permission.
   • Unauthorized use of materials may result in termination of access and potential legal action.
6. Code of Conduct
   By participating in B.E.A.R. courses, all students agree to:
   • Treat instructors and fellow students with respect and courtesy.
   • Not disrupt live sessions or engage in harmful, discriminatory, or offensive behavior.
   • Not record, screenshot, or share course sessions unless authorized.
   • Maintain academic integrity (i.e., complete assignments honestly and independently unless group work is assigned).
   • Violation of the above may result in removal from the course without a refund.
7. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability
   • B.E.A.R. offers educational services and makes no guarantees of language proficiency outcomes.
   • While all instruction is designed to be effective and research-based, success depends on individual effort, participation, and consistency.
   • B.E.A.R., its instructors, and partners are not responsible for any technical issues at the user end, interruptions at the user end, or third-party service failures (e.g., Zoom outages).
   • By participating, you agree to release B.E.A.R. from any liability related to injuries, data loss, or dissatisfaction with course results.
8. Cancellation & Termination
   • B.E.A.R. reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or reschedule any course. In such cases, participants will be notified promptly and may be offered an alternative or refund.
   • We may terminate a student’s access at any time for:
     • Breach of these terms
     • Disruptive, abusive, or exploitative behavior
     • Sharing or misuse of content
   • In the case of termination due to misconduct, no refund will be provided.
9. Privacy
   We value your privacy. Information you share with us (name, email, etc.) is used strictly for educational and administrative purposes. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties without your consent. View our Privacy Policy for full details.