WAIVER/CONSENT
It is a condition of the Participant’s participation in the yoga program that the Participant carefully read and understand this document, and sign it to acknowledge that they have read and understand its contents and are fully aware that participation in the activity will expose them to risks of harm and that they accept responsibility for assuming such risks.
In addition, by signing below, the Participant understands, acknowledges, and assumes the inherent risks in participating in the yoga program, including, but not limited to: the potential for bodily injury or illness (including contraction of COVID-19); contact or interaction with others who may have been exposed to COVID-19; muscle strains, sprains, falls, loss of balance, or other injuries resulting from stretching, physical movement or exertion; aggravation of existing injuries or medical conditions; permanent disability or loss of life; collision with natural or manmade objects; dangers arising from adverse conditions; imperfect facility or floor conditions; equipment failure; participants of varying abilities and fitness levels; and circumstances known, unknown or beyond the control of the Organizer, its employees or volunteers (together, the “Organization”); negligence or omission of the Organization (collectively, the “Risks”).
In consideration for allowing the Participant to participate in the yoga program, the person signing below (the Participant) hereby releases, discharges and indemnifies the Corporation of the City of Elliot Lake, its employees and volunteers from any and all claims or damages whatsoever arising out of any accident or injury which may be caused by or results from their participation while engaging in activities at or sponsored by any of the City of Elliot Lake facilities, parks or fields. The Corporation of the City of Elliot Lake and its staff, Council, volunteers, trainers, instructors, agents and representatives (collectively, the “City”), as well as its affiliated organizations (collectively, the “Affiliates”), are not responsible for any injury, death, damage, expense, loss of income or loss of any kind suffered by a participant during, or as a result of, the activities, or caused by the risks, dangers and hazards associated with the activities.
I confirm that I have read and fully understand this waiver and release of liability, including the risks associated with participating in the yoga program and my personal responsibility to follow the instructor’s guidance and any applicable program rules and safety instructions. I sign this waiver and release of liability voluntarily, without any inducement, assurance or warranty being made to me.