Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of
Risk, and Indemnity Agreement
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1. Acknowledgment of Risks
I, the undersigned, acknowledge that my participation in fitness classes provided by Way Of Life Wellness (Wolwellness) involves inherent risks, including but not limited to physical injury, psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability, death, or economic loss. I understand that these risks may arise from my own actions, inactions, or negligence, or from the actions, inactions, or negligence of others, the condition of the facilities, equipment, or areas where the classes are conducted, and I voluntarily assume all such risks.
2. Release and Waiver
I, on behalf of myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, and personal representatives, hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue Way Of Life Wellness (Wolwellness), its owners, officers, directors, employees, instructors, agents, volunteers, and representatives (collectively referred to as "Released Parties") from any and all claims, demands, actions, or causes of action of any kind, arising out of or relating to any injury, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property, which may occur as a result of my participation in the fitness classes.
3. Indemnification
I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, lawsuits, damages, judgments, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including attorneys' fees and court costs) arising out of or relating to my participation in the fitness classes.
4. Medical Consent
I understand that participation in fitness classes may involve strenuous physical activity. I represent that I am in good health, and I have no medical condition that would make my participation in the classes unsafe. I agree to inform the instructor of any medical conditions or physical limitations before participating. In the event of an emergency, I authorize the Released Parties to obtain necessary medical treatment for me and hereby release the Released Parties from any liability arising out of or resulting from such treatment.
5. Photo/Video Release
I hereby grant Way Of Life Wellness (Wolwellness) permission to use my likeness in photographs, videos, or other digital media ("Photos") in any and all of its publications, including web-based publications, without payment or other consideration. I understand and agree that all Photos will become the property of Way Of Life Wellness (Wolwellness) and will not be returned. I hereby irrevocably authorize Way Of Life Wellness (Wolwellness) to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, or distribute these Photos for any lawful purpose.
6. Governing Law
This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of MD, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or relating to this agreement shall be resolved in the courts of MD.
7. Acknowledgment of Understanding
I have read this Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity Agreement, and I fully understand its terms. I understand that I am giving up substantial rights, including my right to sue the Released Parties for claims, whether known or unknown, arising out of my participation in the fitness classes. I acknowledge that I am signing this agreement freely and voluntarily, and I intend by my signature to provide a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law
