PATHWAYS FITNESS PARTICIPANT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Effective in the State of California
Participant Full Name: {first_name} {last_name}
Date of Birth: {date_of_birth}
Phone Number: {phone_number}
Email Address: {email}
ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I, {first_name} {last_name}, acknowledge that participation in fitness classes, training sessions, boot camps, or other activities conducted by Pathways Fitness involves inherent risks, including but not limited to: physical exertion, falls, slips, sprains, strains, injuries to muscles, joints, or bones, and in rare cases, more serious health issues such as heart attacks, heat stroke, or death.
I certify that I am voluntarily participating and I fully assume all risks, known and unknown, associated with physical activity, whether caused by the negligence of Pathways Fitness, its employees, contractors, or other participants.
MEDICAL CLEARANCE
I affirm that I have consulted with a physician or have voluntarily chosen to participate without medical approval. I represent that I am in good physical condition and capable of participating in fitness activities.
I agree to inform instructors of any injuries, conditions, or limitations that may affect my ability to participate.
WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In consideration of being permitted to participate in any activities conducted by Pathways Fitness, I agree to waive, release, and discharge any and all claims for damages, personal injuries, or death that I may sustain as a result of participation.
This release includes, but is not limited to, Pathways Fitness, its owners, officers, agents, employees, independent contractors, and volunteers, from any and all liability arising out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities mentioned.
PHOTO/VIDEO RELEASE
I give permission for photos or video of me taken during fitness classes or events to be used by Pathways Fitness for marketing, social media, or promotional purposes, unless I opt out by written notice.
CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 1542 WAIVER
I acknowledge and expressly waive the provisions of California Civil Code § 1542, which states:
“A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release, and that if known by him or her would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
AGREEMENT TO TERMS
I have read, understood, and voluntarily signed this waiver. I understand that this agreement is legally binding and will remain in effect for the duration of my participation with Pathways Fitness.
Signature of Participant: {signature}
Date Signed: {date_signed}
If participant is under 18:
Parent/Guardian Full Name: {guardian_full_name}
Parent/Guardian Signature: {guardian_signature}
Date Signed: {guardian_date_signed}
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