RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS & ASSUMPTION OF RISK
By signing this document you will waive certain legal rights, including the right to sue. You are advised that athletic activity and exercise can be dangerous recreational activities with obvious risks as defined by the Civil Liability (Personal Responsibility) Act. You are participating at your own risk.
DEFINITIONS
In this agreement;
a) The term “Athletic Activity” or “Exercise” or “Training” includes but is not limited to personal training, fitness classes, fitness assessments, use of facilities, observation of athletic activities, resistance exercise, cardiorespiratory exercise, outdoor running, exercise in parks/playgrounds/car parks/trails/sidewalks, programs, seminars, and services provided to the participant by Lawson Athletic, and its agents.
b) The term “Injury” shall refer to all forms of physical, mental, and emotional injury in any way related to athletic activity and exercise activities including, but not limited to: death, breaks, strains, lacerations, dislocations, exercise-induced rhabdomyolysis, heart failure, concussion, heat illness, dehydration, trauma, anxiety, and fears.
PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO AND SECURITY RELEASE
Participants involved in any activities offered by Lawson Athletic, and its agents may be photographed or videotaped during exercise. The undersigned hereby consents to the use of these photographs, videos, and any other content captured to be entered into any Lawson Athletic platforms including editorial, promotional, or advertising material without compensation. This includes social media, websites, and other printed or web-based platforms. The undersigned is aware that the Lawson Athletic premises are monitored by video surveillance 24/7.
HEALTH INFORMATION
The participant acknowledges that any health information provided to Lawson Athletic and its agents including but not limited to medical history, symptoms, personal measurements and exercise data will be stored in an Lawson Athletic spreadsheet document that is accessible by Lawson Athletic and its agents. This information may be used to work collaboratively with health and fitness professionals to improve the participant's health and fitness outcomes. The participant may opt out if desired. If so, please notify your coach.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I, the participant, am aware that there are significant risks involved in all aspects of athletic activities and physical exercise. These risks include but are not limited to falls, breaks, strains, strikes, and lacerations, which can result in serious injury or death. This may be due to improper use of the facility or equipment caused by you the participant, other participants, or Lawson Athletic or its agents. I am aware that any of these above-mentioned risks may result in serious injury or death to myself and or my partner(s). I understand that the exercises may involve weightlifting, gymnastics movements, strenuous bodyweight exercises, and other high-exertion activities and that I am not obligated to perform nor participate in any activity that I do not wish to do, and that it is my right to refuse such participation at any time during my training session. If any instructions are unclear in the briefing it is the participant's responsibility to seek clarification. I understand that should I feel light-headed, faint, dizzy, nauseated, or experience pain or discomfort, I am to stop the activity and inform my coach.
Lawson Athletic or its agents are not medical doctors or nutritionists unless clearly identified. Any advice whether it be via website, online, in person, or personal meal/exercise plans is not a substitute for medical advice. You must consult with your doctor/dietician/nutritionist before commencing any meal/training plan with Lawson Athletic, with no exceptions. You are entering Lawson Athletic, at your own risk and Lawson Athletic, and its agents are not responsible for any injuries or health problems you may experience as a result of our sessions or programs.
I willingly assume full responsibility for the risks that I am exposing myself to and accept full responsibility for any injury or death that may result from participation in any activity or class while at, or under the direction of Lawson Athletic and its agents.
The content in Lawson Athletic workshops and programs is for personal development purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional assistance or personal mental health treatment by a qualified clinician.
I am aware that this agreement is ongoing and will apply to all future occasions I participate in athletic activities and training with Lawson Athletic and its agents.
I acknowledge that I have no physical impairments, injuries, or illnesses that will endanger me or others.
RELEASE
In consideration of the above-mentioned risks and hazards and in consideration of the fact that I am willingly and voluntarily participating in the activities and services offered by Lawson Athletic and its agents. I, the undersigned hereby release Lawson Athletic, its principals, agents, employees, trainers, and volunteers from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or rights of action, that are related to, arise out of, or are in any way connected with my participation in this activity, including those allegedly attributed to the negligent acts or omissions of the above-mentioned parties. This agreement shall be binding upon me, my successors, representatives, heirs, executors, assigns, or transferees. If any portion of this agreement is held invalid, I agree that the remainder of the agreement shall remain in full legal force and effect.
I give permission for Lawson Athletic and its agents to seek emergency medical services for me should I become injured or ill, with the understanding that I am responsible for any expense incurred.
If I am signing on behalf of a minor child, I also give full permission for any person connected with Lawson Athletic and its agents to administer first aid deemed necessary, and in case of serious illness or injury, I give permission to call for medical and or surgical care for the child and to transport the child to a medical facility deemed necessary for the wellbeing of the child.
INDEMNIFICATION
The participant recognises that there is risk involved in the types of activities offered by Lawson Athletic and its agents. Therefore, the participant accepts financial responsibility for any injury that the participant may cause either to him/herself or to any other participant due to his/her negligence. Should the above-mentioned parties, or anyone acting on their behalf, be required to incur lawyer’s fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to reimburse them for such fees and costs. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless Lawson Athletic and its agents from liability for the injury or death of any person(s) and damage to property that may result from my negligent or intentional act or omission while participating in activities offered by Lawson Athletic and its agents at the main building or abroad, including but is not limited to parks, recreational areas, playgrounds, areas adjacent to the main building, and/or any area selected for training by Lawson Athletic and its agents.
I have read and understood the foregoing assumption of risk, and release of liability and I understand that by signing it obligates me to indemnify the parties named for any liability for injury or death of any person and damage to property caused by my negligent or intentional act or omission.
I understand that by signing this form I am waiving valuable legal rights.
SESSIONS:
All sessions have a 6-month expiry, starting from the date of purchase. All sessions must be used within this time, or the remaining sessions will be forfeited.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
The client must provide a minimum of 24 hours' notice for session cancellations or 100% of the session payment will be forfeited. If 24hours or greater notice is provided a credit is issued.
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