NEW CITY JIU-JITSU

WAIVER, RELEASE OF LIABILITY & ASSUMPTION OF RISK

New City Jiu-Jitsu LLC

In consideration of being permitted to participate in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, grappling, martial arts, self-defense, striking, fitness, conditioning, open mat, seminars, private lessons, competitions, and any other activities offered by or associated with New City Jiu-Jitsu LLC (“New City Jiu-Jitsu”), I acknowledge and agree to the following:

1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK

I understand that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, grappling, martial arts, striking, fitness training, and related activities are physically demanding and involve inherent risks of injury.

These risks include, but are not limited to, sprains, strains, bruises, cuts, dislocations, fractures, concussions, joint injuries, neck and spinal injuries, illness, skin infections, communicable diseases, paralysis, serious bodily injury, and, in rare circumstances, death.

I understand that injuries may result from contact with other participants, instructors, equipment, mats, walls, floors, or other objects; from falls, throws, takedowns, submissions, strikes, physical exertion, or the actions or inactions of myself or others.

I knowingly and voluntarily choose to participate and assume the risks inherent in these activities.

2. RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I release and hold harmless New City Jiu-Jitsu LLC, its owners, instructors, employees, coaches, independent contractors, agents, representatives, affiliates, landlords, and other participants from claims arising from my participation in activities at or associated with New City Jiu-Jitsu, including claims involving personal injury, illness, property damage, or death.

This release is intended to apply to claims based upon ordinary negligence to the fullest extent such a release is permitted and enforceable under applicable law. It is not intended to waive any rights or claims that cannot lawfully be waived.

3. PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITY

I agree to follow all academy rules and instructions provided by New City Jiu-Jitsu instructors and staff.

I understand that I am responsible for training within my own abilities and limitations. I agree to immediately stop participating and notify an instructor if I feel unsafe, dizzy, ill, unusually fatigued, or experience significant pain or injury.

I understand that I may decline to participate in any drill, exercise, sparring round, or other activity.

4. HEALTH AND MEDICAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I represent that I am physically capable of participating in martial arts and fitness activities or have obtained appropriate medical clearance to participate.

I agree not to participate while suffering from a contagious illness, communicable skin condition, or other condition that could reasonably pose a health risk to other participants.

I understand that New City Jiu-Jitsu does not provide medical advice and that I am responsible for determining whether participation is appropriate for my health and physical condition.

5. EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT

If I become injured or ill and am unable to make medical decisions for myself, I authorize New City Jiu-Jitsu staff to contact emergency medical services and take reasonable steps to obtain emergency assistance.

I understand that New City Jiu-Jitsu does not assume responsibility for the cost of medical care, transportation, or treatment. I remain financially responsible for any medical expenses incurred on my behalf.

6. PERSONAL PROPERTY

I understand that New City Jiu-Jitsu is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property brought onto the premises, including clothing, jewelry, electronics, training equipment, or other belongings, except to the extent otherwise required by law.

7. RULES, SAFETY AND CONDUCT

I agree to conduct myself safely and respectfully while participating at New City Jiu-Jitsu.

I understand that New City Jiu-Jitsu may restrict or terminate my participation if my conduct creates an unreasonable safety risk to myself or others or violates academy rules.

8. MINORS

If the participant is under 18 years of age, I represent that I am the participant’s parent or legal guardian or otherwise have legal authority to provide the required consent.

I give permission for the minor participant to participate in New City Jiu-Jitsu activities and acknowledge the risks described in this agreement on the minor participant’s behalf.

Any provisions of this agreement concerning a minor participant are intended to apply only to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law and are not intended to waive rights that a parent, guardian, or minor cannot legally waive.

9. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this agreement is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect to the fullest extent permitted by law.

10. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I acknowledge that I have carefully read and understand this Waiver, Release of Liability & Assumption of Risk.

I understand that participation in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and related activities involves risks of serious injury. I am voluntarily choosing to participate with knowledge of those risks.

By signing electronically or physically, I acknowledge that my signature is intended to have the same force and effect as a handwritten signature.

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Participant Date of Birth: {dob}

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Emergency Contact Phone: {contact_phone}

FOR PARTICIPANTS UNDER 18

If the participant is under 18 years of age, the undersigned parent or legal guardian represents that they have authority to sign this Agreement on behalf of the minor. The parent or legal guardian acknowledges the inherent risks described above, consents to the minor's participation, and agrees to the terms of this Agreement on the minor's behalf to the extent permitted by law.