Toy Creators Academy® Program Terms and Conditions

First Effective Date: October 12, 2020

Last Updated: December 2, 2025

Welcome! By accessing, participating in, or joining Toy Creators Academy® (the “Course” or “Program”) in any format, you (“You” or the “Student”) agree to the terms and conditions below. Once you submit payment for the Course, you explicitly agree to all of the following terms, conditions, and policies; together they create a binding legal agreement (the “Agreement”) between You and The Toy Coach Inc. (“Company,” “we,” “us”).


1. PROGRAM FORMATS & DEFINITIONS

Toy Creators Academy may be offered in multiple formats. For clarity, the following definitions apply:


1.1 Toy Creators Academy – Live Cohort (Numbered Versions)

“TCA Live” refers to any version of Toy Creators Academy identified with a number (for example: Toy Creators Academy 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 7.0, etc.). These versions are delivered in a live or semi-live cohort format and may include elements such as:

- Live or scheduled group calls

- Community access (e.g., Facebook group, private community platform)

- Onboarding call(s)

- Invitations to periodic live events such as the TCA Pitch Event

- Timed release of modules (for example, weekly)


1.2 Toy Creators Academy – On-Demand / Self-Study (Unnumbered Version)

“TCA Evergreen,” “TCA Self-Study,” or simply “Toy Creators Academy” (when presented without a version number) refers to the unnumbered, on-demand version of the Program.


This version allows Students to progress at their own pace and does not include live group calls, monthly calls, private community access, or coaching by default. Any live calls, community access, or coaching opportunities related to the unnumbered version of Toy Creators Academy must be purchased separately as add-ons or separate products, if and when offered.


1.3 Course / Program

Unless otherwise specified, the terms “Course” and “Program” refer collectively to all versions of Toy Creators Academy, including TCA Live (numbered) and TCA Evergreen / Self-Study (unnumbered).


2. GENERAL DISCLAIMER

All services, advice, recommendations, resources, online education, handouts, and similar content provided by Company (collectively, the “Services”) are offered in accordance with reasonable commercial and industry standards.


You understand and acknowledge that Company does not and cannot guarantee any specific results from the Course. Creating a successful product or brand is not easy. Results will vary depending on your efforts, the quality of your product(s), your marketing budget, and how you interpret and implement the materials and advice.


3. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

Company may revise and update these Terms at any time, in its sole discretion. All changes are effective immediately when posted and apply to all access to and use of the Course and related websites thereafter.


Your continued participation in the Course after such changes means that you accept and agree to the revised Terms. You are expected to review this page regularly so you are aware of any changes, as they are binding on you.


4. ACCESS TO PROGRAM / SERVICES

The Course may include:

- Digital or downloadable resources

- An online curriculum and modules

- Workshops, trainings, and recorded content

- Access to a private community or Facebook group (for applicable Live versions)

- Periodic live events, such as a TCA Pitch Event (for applicable Live versions)


4.1 Length of Access

Unless otherwise clearly stated at checkout, you will have access to the Course for three (3) years from the date of purchase, regardless of whether you enroll in:

- A Live (numbered) version, or

- An On-Demand / Self-Study (unnumbered) version.

Company may periodically update the core modules of the Course. You will have access to any updated materials for as long as your 3-year access term is still valid.

Once your 3-year term has ended, your access to the Course and related materials will be immediately suspended. At that time, any and all licenses granted to you to use the Course materials under these Terms or any other agreement shall terminate. You must immediately cease using the materials and destroy any copies (including, without limitation, video recordings, audio recordings, forms, template documents, slide decks, membership access, and members-only social media groups).


4.2 Single-User Access / Additional Seats

Each purchase of Toy Creators Academy is intended for a single individual and includes:

- One login and one seat in the Course

- Access to Course materials

- Any group calls, onboarding calls, private communities, or live events that are explicitly included with your specific offer at the time of purchase


If you wish to add additional participants, additional seats must be purchased. Sharing login credentials or access is strictly prohibited and may result in termination of access without a refund.


5. PURCHASE OF STANDALONE MODULES

Company may, from time to time, sell standalone modules of Toy Creators Academy separate from the full program.

Your purchase of a standalone module grants access only to that specific module purchased.


Standalone modules do not include:

- Access to other TCA modules

- Participation in 1:1 coaching or personalized mentorship

- Access to the TCA Private Community

- Access to monthly group coaching calls or other full-program bonuses


5.1 Standalone Module Refund Policy

Standalone module purchases are non-refundable and not subject to the 14-day refund policy applicable to the full Toy Creators Academy program. By completing a standalone module purchase, you acknowledge and accept this no-refund policy.


5.2 Upgrading to the Full Program

If you later decide to enroll in the full Toy Creators Academy program, the amount paid for any standalone module will not be applied as credit toward the full program. The full program must be purchased separately.


5.3 Use of Standalone Module Materials

All materials provided within a standalone module are for your individual use only. They may not be shared, reproduced, or distributed without prior written consent from Company. Violations may result in termination of access without a refund.


6. BONUSES

From time to time, Company may offer limited-time bonuses to individuals who enroll in the Course. You are entitled only to bonuses that are specifically offered at the time of your enrollment.


Bonuses:

- Are not guaranteed to be available for the entire lifespan of the Program

- May vary based on specific live or automated promotions

- May be offered only to certain subgroups of participants at Company’s sole discretion

Any additional program elements or bonuses are not part of the base Course, and participation in them is not guaranteed.


7. COURSE STUDY GUIDE AND WORKBOOK (IF OFFERED)

From time to time, Company may offer a physical Course Study Guide and Workbook as a limited-time bonus.


To receive this bonus, you must:

1. Purchase the Course during a promotion that includes the Study Guide and Workbook bonus; and

2. Confirm your shipping address and details via email within 7 days of receiving the shipping request from Company.

Estimated shipping times (not guaranteed):

- U.S. domestic: typically 5–15 business days

- International: typically 10–20 business days


Missing, stolen, or undeliverable Study Guides / Workbooks will not be replaced.

8. PAYMENTS & NON-PAYMENT

Company may offer two primary payment options for the Course:

- Pay in full (often at a discounted rate), or

- Monthly installments (payment plan)

By selecting a payment plan, you authorize Company to automatically charge your card according to the schedule set forth at the time of purchase.


8.1 Payment Plan Obligations

- You are responsible for all scheduled payments unless you receive a refund pursuant to the Refund Policy (Section 9).

- You may not cancel or avoid these payments except through that Refund Policy.

- If any payment fails, Company will contact you to update your payment information.

- If you do not resolve the payment issue within 7 days of being contacted:

  - Company may revoke or suspend your access to the Course until all payments are brought current.

  - Company is not responsible for any content, live calls, or community sessions missed during this time.

If you do not request a refund within the applicable refund window, you are legally required to complete your remaining payment plan installments. You also authorize Company (without additional notice, unless required by law) to collect any outstanding balances using any eligible payment method on file.

8.2 Changing Payment Method (Monthly → Pay in Full)

You may request to change from a payment plan to “pay in full” within 48 hours of your original purchase by contacting Company via email. If approved:

- You will be invoiced the remaining balance plus an admin fee of 3% of the Course price.

- Once paid in full, your payment plan will be canceled.

If more than 48 hours have passed, you cannot change your payment plan. If you paid in full at the start, you may not later switch to a payment plan.

9. REFUND POLICY

This section describes the full Toy Creators Academy program refund policy (not standalone modules).

9.1 TCA Live – Numbered Cohorts

For TCA Live (numbered) versions, you may request a refund within:

Fourteen (14) days after the release of Module 1 to your cohort.

Refunds are not available beyond this 14-day period.

9.2 TCA Evergreen / Self-Study – Unnumbered Version

For the On-Demand / Self-Study (unnumbered) version, you may request a refund within:

Fourteen (14) days from your original date of purchase.

Refunds are not available after this 14-day purchase window.

9.3 Processing Refunds

- If a refund is granted, Company will refund the amount paid minus a 3% payment processing fee.

- Refunds are not available for:

  - Standalone module purchases (explicitly non-refundable)

  - Accounts that violate these Terms (as determined by Company in its sole discretion)

- If Company determines you are abusing the refund policy, it may suspend or terminate your account and refuse current or future access, without refund.

To request a refund or ask a refund-related question, email support@thetoycoach.com before the applicable deadline.


Once a refund is granted:

- All licenses granted to you under these Terms immediately terminate.

- You must cease using all Course materials and destroy any copies (including recordings, templates, slides, membership access, and members-only group content).

10. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & IDEA PROTECTION

10.1 Your Own Ideas and IP

Each Student may arrive with their own intellectual property, confidential information, and proprietary ideas.


- You should not share any non-public details about your product or product idea that you are not comfortable disclosing.

- If you choose to disclose non-public aspects of your product or idea during the Course, you agree that you will not pursue legal action against Company or any current or future Student of the Course, or any similar programs Company may offer, for any alleged use or similarity.

10.2 Similar or Independent Development

You acknowledge that:

- Company and its clients, affiliates, contractors, and other Students may develop products, brands, and concepts (“Company Products”) that are similar or identical to your ideas.

- Others may have the same or similar ideas as you, independently.

By participating in the Course, you release all related third parties from liability for any claims of copying or infringement and agree not to pursue legal action for similarity of ideas or concepts.

You also agree to indemnify Company and related parties if a third party pursues you for intellectual property infringement, product liability, or related legal claims.

10.3 Use of Course Materials

Company has invested significant time and expense in creating the Course and its materials. You are granted a limited, personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Course solely for your own internal business or personal use.


You may not:

- Modify, edit, copy, reproduce, or create derivative works of the Course

- Reverse engineer or otherwise attempt to extract proprietary methods

- Sell, share, or redistribute Course content in any form

- Create competing products or services based upon Course materials

If Company reasonably believes you are misusing Course materials, it may seek an injunction and other legal remedies.

11. CONFIDENTIALITY & COMMUNITY INTERACTION

The Course may be delivered via group calls, Facebook group, online community, and similar platforms. You understand:

- The Course involves Students interacting with each other and with Company.

- Confidentiality cannot be guaranteed for ideas you voluntarily share.

You therefore agree:

- Not to disclose other Students’ ideas or concepts outside the Course.

- To only share information you’re comfortable discussing in a group setting.

“Confidential information” does not include:

- Publicly known information

- Information rightfully received from a third party without a duty of confidentiality

- Independently developed information

- Information required to be disclosed by law

By posting or submitting content in the Course community (questions, posts, photos, videos, etc.), you confirm:

- You own or have the rights to that content, and

- You are at least 18 years old

You grant Company permission to use your name, likeness, email, or screen name as the author of such contributions, without additional approval or compensation.

12. COURSE PLATFORM & LOGIN CREDENTIALS

The Course is delivered via a password-protected online platform. You will be assigned a username and password.

You are solely responsible for:

- Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials

- Any actions taken under your account


Sharing your username or password with a third party is a breach of these Terms and may result in suspension or termination of access, without refund.

13. LIVE Q&A’S, GROUP CALLS & RECORDINGS


From time to time, Company may offer:

- Live Q&A sessions

- Live or recorded group calls

- Hot seats, critiques, and coaching sessions


These may be conducted via Facebook Live, Zoom, or other platforms, and are most commonly associated with TCA Live (numbered) offerings or separately purchased add-on products or services.


- It is your responsibility to attend live sessions to receive the full value of any live or add-on program you purchase.

- During live sessions, you may submit questions via chat or forms and may appear on camera or audio.

- By participating, you grant Company permission to record, screenshot, and use these sessions (including your name, voice, likeness, and contributions) for internal or promotional purposes, without compensation.


You agree to be respectful and understand that:

- Offensive, disruptive, or inappropriate behavior may result in removal from a call and/or the Course.

- No soliciting, advertising your own services, spamming, or going off-topic is permitted.

Do not share non-public product details that you wish to keep confidential or protected.


Note: Group coaching calls are not guaranteed as part of the base Toy Creators Academy Course and may be offered, changed, or discontinued at Company’s discretion or as specified on the checkout page for your specific purchase.

14. TCA PITCH EVENT

Company periodically hosts an event titled the TCA Pitch Event, which may be held in-person or virtually (e.g., via Zoom).

- Company reserves the right to modify, postpone, or discontinue this event at any time.

- By purchasing the Course, you are eligible to apply to the TCA Pitch Event in exchange for a non-refundable application fee (which Company may, in its discretion, waive for certain Students or promotions).

Submitting an application does not guarantee:

- A scheduled pitch meeting

- Any deal, license, option, or partnership with participating companies


By applying to the TCA Pitch Event, you agree to:

1. Comply with all event-specific terms and conditions.

2. Submit all required documentation (e.g., sizzle video, pitch deck, descriptions, forms) as requested by Company and participating companies.

3. Accept that any coaching or feedback is provided “as is” and is not a guarantee of success.

4. Assume all risk associated with sharing your ideas; Company cannot guarantee confidentiality.

5. Acknowledge that other Students, Company, and/or toy companies may work on similar ideas.

6. Release Company and participating companies from liability if a pitch is canceled or unsuccessful.

7. Accept that Company may deny or revoke your participation in the Pitch Event at its sole discretion, even after an appointment is scheduled.

15. REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES & INDEMNIFICATION

You understand that results are not guaranteed and that any outcomes (financial or otherwise) are your responsibility.


You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Toy Coach Inc. and its members (including Azhelle Wade), officers, directors, employees, contractors, attorneys, agents, successors, and assigns from any claims, actions, liabilities, expenses, or damages arising out of or related to:

- Advice or recommendations provided by Company

- Content or materials you provide to Company

- Intellectual property disputes or product liability issues

- Your participation in any TCA Pitch Event or other related events

- Any third-party services or agreements related to your products or concepts

Company’s maximum liability for any claims related to the Course shall not exceed the total fees you paid to Company for the Course.

16. TERM & TERMINATION

This Agreement applies for the duration of your participation in:

- The Course

- Any related online groups, platforms, calls, or communities


Certain obligations (including intellectual property, confidentiality, and indemnification) shall survive termination indefinitely.

Company reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to deny or revoke access to the Course for any reason, including violation of these Terms.


17. THIRD-PARTY CONTRACTORS

Company may introduce you to third-party contractors (e.g., model makers, legal professionals, designers). You:

- Are solely responsible for performing your own due diligence before hiring them

- Understand that any engagement with such third parties is separate from this Agreement

- Agree that Company is not responsible for services provided by third parties and will not be liable for any resulting issues

18. NOTICES

All legal notices and communications should be in writing and sent to the address or email provided by each party.

19. EARNINGS & OTHER DISCLAIMERS

Company cannot and does not guarantee any specific results or financial outcomes from the Course, including sales or licensing deals. Your success depends on many factors beyond Company’s control.

You agree that:

- Any examples or case studies are illustrative only

- You are solely responsible for your own due diligence and actions

20. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

Nothing in this Agreement creates a partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship between you and Company. Neither party may bind the other, except as expressly stated in writing.

21. WAIVER

Failure by either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement does not constitute a waiver. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by the waiving party.

22. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and Company concerning the Course and supersedes all prior written or oral agreements regarding the subject matter.

23. GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of New Jersey, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

The exclusive venue for all disputes shall be binding arbitration in Bergen County, New Jersey. The parties agree to attempt to resolve any disputes amicably before initiating arbitration.

24. ASSIGNMENT

This Agreement is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and assigns. Your rights under this Agreement are personal to you and may not be assigned without Company’s prior written consent.

25. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Agreement is held unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

26. HEADINGS

Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect the interpretation of this Agreement.

27. CONTACT INFORMATION


The Toy Coach Inc.

77 Engle Street #8077

Englewood, New Jersey 07631

Email: support@thetoycoach.com

 
  • December 2, 2025 - Updated full terms.

  • Added Section PURCHASE OF STANDALONE MODULES OF TOY CREATORS ACADEMY on November 16, 2024

    Updated Section COURSE REFUND POLICY to include standalone modules on November 16, 2024

    Updated ACCESS TO PROGRAM/SERVICES section on August 25, 2024

    Updated company address on July 1, 2024


    Changed Toy Creators Academy Notebook to the Toy Creators Academy Course Study Guide and Workbook on February 6, 2024

    Updated refund policy to explain what happens upon determining that You are entitled to a cancellation/refund after one is requested on February 6, 2024.

    Created the LIVE Q&A’s section on February 6, 2024.

    Updated the Group Coaching Call Section on February 6, 2024.

  • Updated TCA Virtual Pitch Event section to include TCA In-Person Pitch Events. Removed the commission percentage on November 22, 2023.

    Updated TCA Virtual Pitch Event section to clarify when commission structure begins on August 15th, 2023

    Combined Terms With TCA Self Study Terms & Conditions July 12, 2023

    Updated Toy Creators Academy Notebook Section on April 6, 2023

    Removed TCA Plus from Payments Section on April 6, 2023

    General section updated to include a single 30-minute 1:1 call with The Toy Coach on April 6, 2023

  • Updated Toy Creators Academy Notebook Section on October 11, 2022

    Updated TCA PLUS Section on October 11, 2022

    Update Group Coaching Call section. Added TCA Plus Section. Updated course access. February 28, 2022

    Updated course refund policy June 30, 2022

    Update REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES AND INDEMNIFICATIONS terms September 28, 2022


    Updated TCA Virtual Pitch Event terms September 28, 2022

  • Updated TCA Virtual Pitch Event terms November 22, 2021 Updated course refund policy Sept 7, 2021


    Updated fees July 25, 2021

    Updated virtual toy pitch event terms. July 6, 2021

    Updated earnings disclaimer. July 6, 2021

    Updated quantity of group coaching sessions. July 6, 2021

    Updated support email from tca@thetoycoach.com to support@thetoycoach.com May 3, 2021

    Updated length of Course refund policy April 21, 2021

    Updated Course Platform terms, use, expectations, and length of access. April 21, 2021

    Update on payment section, where Company is not responsible for missed group coaching calls in the event you temporarily lose course access due to nonpayment. April 21, 2021

    Update length of course membership. April 21, 2021