Informed Consent and Assumption Of Risk Agreement
INFORMED CONSENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT
WARNING! Please read carefully
By signing this document, you will assume certain risks and responsibilities
Description and Acknowledgement of Risks 3. The Parties understand and acknowledge that: a) The Activities have foreseeable and unforeseeable inherent risks, hazards and dangers that no amount of care, caution or expertise can eliminate, including without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, permanent disability, paralysis and loss of life; b) The Organization may offer or promote online programming (such as webinars, remote conferences, workshops, and online training) which have different foreseeable and unforeseeable risks than in-person programming;c) The Organization has a difficult task to ensure safety and it is not infallible. The Organization may be unaware of the Participant’s fitness or abilities, may give incomplete warnings or instructions, may misjudge weather or environmental conditions, and the equipment being used might malfunction; and d) The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization and COVID-19 is extremely contagious. The Organization has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, the Organization cannot guarantee that the Participant will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, participating in the Activities could increase the Participant’s risk of contracting COVID-19. 4. The Participant is participating voluntarily in the Activities. In consideration of that participation, the Parties hereby acknowledge that they are aware of the risks, dangers and hazards and may be exposed to such risks, dangers and hazards. The risks, dangers and hazards include, but are not limited to:a) Contracting COVID-19 or any other contagious disease;b) The sport of karate;c) Privacy breaches, hacking, technology malfunction or damage while interacting with online training;d) Executing strenuous and demanding physical techniques;e) Dryland training including weights, running, bands, and massage; f) Vigorous physical exertion, strenuous cardiovascular workouts and rapid movements;g) Exerting and stretching various muscle groups;h) Physical contact with other participants;i) Failure to act safely or within my own ability or designated areas;j) The failure to properly use any piece of equipment or from the mechanical failure of any piece of equipment;k) Serious injury to virtually all bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons and other aspects of my body or to my general health and well-being;l) Abrasions, sprains, strains, fractures, or dislocations;m) Concussion or other head injuries, including but not limited to, closed head injury or blunt head trauma;n) Spinal cord injuries which may render me permanently paralyzed;o) Negligence of other persons, including other spectators or, participants, or employees; andp) Travel to and from competitive events and associated non-competitive events which are an integral part of the Activities. Terms5. In consideration of the Organization allowing the Participant to participate in the Activities, the Parties agree: a) That when the Participant practices or trains in their own space, the Parties are responsible for the Participant’s surroundings and the location and equipment that is selected for the Participant;b) That the Participant’s mental and physical condition is appropriate to participate in the Activities and the Parties assume all risks related to the Participant’s mental and physical condition; c) To comply with the rules and regulations for participation in the Activities; d) To comply with the rules of the facility or equipment; e) That if the Participant observes an unusual significant hazard or risk, the Participant will remove themselves from participation and bring their observations to a representative of the Organization immediately; f) The risks associated with the Activities are increased when the Participant is impaired and the Participant will not participate if impaired in any way; g) That it is their sole responsibility to assess whether any Activities are too difficult for the Participant. By the Participant commencing an Activity, they acknowledge and accept the suitability and conditions of the Activity; h) That COVID-19 is contagious in nature and the Participant may be exposed to, or infected by, COVID-19 and such exposure may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, or death; and i) That they are responsible for the choice of the Participant’s safety or protective equipment and the secure fitting of that equipment. 6. In consideration of the Organization allowing the Participant to participate, the Parties agree: a) That the Parties are not relying on any oral or written statements made by the Organization or their agents, whether in brochure or advertisement or in individual conversations, to agree to participate in the Activities; b) That the Organization is not responsible or liable for any damage to the Participant’s vehicle, property, or equipment that may occur as a result of the Activities; c) That the Parties, give permission to the Organization, and/or parties designated by the Organization to photograph/video the Parties and use such photograph(s)/video(s) in all forms of media, for any and all promotional purposes including advertising, display, audiovisual, exhibition or editorial use. The Parties further consent to the use of the Parties name in connection with the photograph(s)/video(s) if needed by the Organization and/or parties designated by the Organization the Parties understand and agree that the Parties will not receive any payment for my time or expenses or any royalty for the publication of the photograph(s)/ video(s) or the use of my name and I hereby release the Organization and/or any parties designated by the Organization from any such claims. d) That this Agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by law of the Province of Newfoundland and if any portion thereof is held invalid, the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.Jurisdiction 7. The Parties agree that in the event that they file a lawsuit against the Organization, they agree to do so solely in the Province of Newfoundland and they further agree that the substantive law of the Province of Newfoundland will apply without regard to conflict of law rules. Acknowledgement 8. The Parties acknowledge that they have read this agreement and understand it, that they have executed this agreement voluntarily, and that this Agreement is to be binding upon themselves, their heirs, their spouses, parents, guardians, next of kin, executors, administrators and legal or personal representatives. The Avalon Karate 2018 – Training Centre Inc reserves the right to refuse or terminate membership to anyone who demonstrates behavior or attitude contrary to the peaceful spirit and harmony of Chito Ryu Karate-do.