Liability Waiver

Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risk

BY CONTINUING TO REGISTER FOR TRAINING, YOU ACCEPT THIS DOCUMENT AND UNDERSTAND YOU WILL WAIVE CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE.

You are advised that athletic activity and training are DANGEROUS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES with OBVIOUS RISKS as defined by the Civil Liability Amendment (Personal Responsibility) Act. YOU ARE PARTICIPATING AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Definitions:

In this agreement:
a) The term “ATHLETIC ACTIVITY” OR “ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES” OR “TRAINING” includes but is not limited to personal training, fitness classes, fitness assessments, use of facilities, observation of athletic activities, resistance training, cardiorespiratory training, strength conditioning, metabolic conditioning, plyometric movements, interval training, bodyweight conditioning, skipping, stretching, outdoor running and training in parks, recreational areas, playgrounds, car parks, trails and sidewalks, sports programs, seminars, and services provided to the participant by The Hardwood Lab.

b) The term “INJURY” shall refer to all forms of physical, mental, and emotional injury in any way related to athletic activity and training 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 Release:

Participants involved in any activities offered by The Hardwood Lab may be photographed or videotaped during training. The undersigned hereby consents to the use of these photographs and/or videos without compensation, on The Hardwood Lab website or in any editorial, promotional, or advertising material produced and/or published by The Hardwood Lab.

Waiver and Release of Liability:

Express assumption of risk: I, the undersigned, am aware that there are significant risks involved in all aspects of athletic activities and physical training. These risks include, but are not limited to: falls which can result in serious injury or death; injury or death due to negligence on the part of myself, my training partner, or other people around me; injury or death due to improper use or failure of equipment; strains and sprains. 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 training 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. 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 trainer.

The Hardwood Lab are not medical doctors or nutritionists. 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/nutritionist prior to commencing any meal/training plan with The Hardwood Lab, no exceptions. You are entering The Hardwood Lab at your own risk, and The Hardwood Lab is not responsible for any injuries or health problems you may experience as a result of our 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 The Hardwood Lab.

I am aware that this agreement is ongoing and will apply to all future occasions I participate in athletic activities and training at The Hardwood Lab.

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 The Hardwood Lab, I, the undersigned, hereby release The Hardwood Lab, their principals, agents, employees, trainers, and volunteers from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions or rights of action, which 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 The Hardwood Lab staff and trainers 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 The Forge Athletics 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 well-being of the child.

Indemnification:

The participant recognizes that there is risk involved in the types of activities offered by The Hardwood Lab. 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 attorney’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 The Hardwood Lab, their principals, agents, employees, trainers, and volunteers 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 The Hardwood Lab, at the main building or abroad. This includes but is not limited to parks, recreational areas, playgrounds, areas adjacent to the main building, and/or any area selected for training by The Hardwood Lab.

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.

Cancellation Policy:

Client must provide a minimum of 24 hours notice for session cancellations or 100% session payment will be forfeited. Packs are non-refundable or transferable.