Martial Arts Participation Waiver & Release of Liability
Participant Information
Name: {name} First name: {first_name}
Date of birth: {dob}
Address: {address} Phone: {phone}
Emergency contact: {contact_name} Phone: {contact_phone} Relation: {contact_relation}
1) Health & Fitness Disclosure
Medications carried to class (if any): Physician clearance required? Yes (upload here if required):
I agree to update the school in writing if my health status changes.
2) Assumption of Inherent Risks
I understand martial arts involve strenuous physical activity and contact, including but not limited to striking, grappling, throws, takedowns, joint locks, weapons practice (if offered), and use of training equipment. Risks include bruises, strains, sprains, fractures, concussion, psychological damage, serious injury, and, in rare cases, paralysis or death. I freely and voluntarily assume all such risks arising from my participation, including those caused by other participants and by the ordinary condition of the premises and equipment.
3) Release, Waiver & Hold Harmless
To the maximum extent permitted by law , I release and forever discharge the school, its owners, instructors, employees, contractors, volunteers, landlords, and affiliates (“Released Parties”) from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action for injury, property damage, or loss arising from my participation or presence on the premises, except to the extent caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of the Released Parties .
4) Participant Indemnification & Defense
I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from claims brought by or on behalf of me or my guests , and from claims by third parties arising out of my own acts or omissions , including reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, except to the extent caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of the Released Parties .
5) Medical Care Authorization
If I am injured or ill, I authorize staff to obtain emergency medical treatment and transportation as reasonably necessary. I am responsible for associated costs. I consent to first aid consistent with training and available supplies.
6) Safety & Conduct Policies
I will: (a) follow instructor directions; (b) use proper protective gear; (c) report hazards/injuries immediately; (d) refrain from training while ill, impaired, or with open wounds; (e) respect quiet hours and neighbors if applicable; (f) comply with facility rules posted in the member portal: {login_link}. Violations may result in suspension or termination without refund.
7) Personal Property
I understand the school is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to personal belongings brought to the facility.
8) Photo/Video & Marketing Consent (Required for Enrollment and Participation)
As a condition of my enrollment and participation in the school, I consent to the school photographing and/or video recording me during classes and events, and using my image, likeness, and voice for any lawful school-related purpose, including but not limited to training, marketing, advertising, promotional materials, internal record-keeping, safety and security, dispute resolution, and compliance with legal obligations, in any media, without compensation. I understand that this consent is required for my initial and continued enrollment and participation.
I understand that this consent is irrevocable as to any recordings or materials created while I am enrolled, and that withdrawing or ending my enrollment at the school does not revoke or limit the school’s rights to use recordings or materials created during my enrollment.
9) Miscellaneous
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Severability. If any provision is invalid, the rest remains enforceable.
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Governing Law & Venue: New Orleans, Louisiana. Orleans Parish.
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Entire Agreement. This document and posted policies constitute the entire agreement regarding risk and liability for participation.
Signature
By signing/initialing electronically, I affirm I have read and understood this Waiver & Release, am at least 18 years old, and agree to be bound by it.
Date: {sign_date} Participant initials:
