Waiver, Release and Indemnification
The Undersigned, as a condition of participating in activities offered by Frelard Strength LLC, a Washington limited liability company (“Polaris Strength & Conditioning”) and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, hereby agrees as follows:
Photography/Video Release
Participants involved in any activities offered by Polaris Strength & Conditioning may be photographed or videotaped during training. The undersigned hereby consents to the use of these photographs and/or videos without compensation, on the Polaris Strength & Conditioning website or in any editorial, promotional or advertising material produced and/or published by Polaris Strength & Conditioning .
Safety first
High Intensity exercise must be approached cautiously in the beginning, a gradual ramp up of intensity is necessary to allow muscle and other cells to adapt to the new demands being placed on them. Failure to pace yourself may lead to injury or death. High intensity exercise can cause Rhabdomyolysis. It is important that you start at a reduced intensity. Brown urine (coke colored), complete muscle weakness and/or swelling of joints are warning signs of a life-threatening condition called Rhabdomyolysis. If you develop these, or any other symptoms, seek medical assistance IMMEDIATELY.
Waiver and Release of Liability
Express assumption of risk: I am aware that there are significant risks involved in all aspects of physical training. These risks include, but are not limited to: falls which can result in serious injury or death; injury or death due to negligence on the part of myself, my training partner, or other people around me; injury or death due to improper use or failure of equipment; injury or death due to physiological conditions including Rhabdomyolysis and Compartment Syndrome; strains and sprains. I am aware that any of these above mentioned risks may result in serious injury or death to myself and or my partner(s). I willingly assume full responsibility for the risks that I am exposing myself to and accept full responsibility for any injury or death that may result from participation in any activity or class while at, or under direction of Polaris Strength & Conditioning . I also acknowledge I have been specifically warned about the medical condition “Rhabdomyolysis” and accordingly I have been advised to limit my effort in order to minimize the risks associated with this condition. I acknowledge that I have no physical impairments, injuries, or illnesses that will endanger me or others.
Release
In consideration of the above mentioned risks and hazards and in consideration of the fact that I am willingly and voluntarily participating in the activities offered by Polaris Strength & Conditioning , I, the undersigned hereby release Polaris Strength & Conditioning , its members, principals, agents, employees, and volunteers (“Polaris parties”) from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions or rights of action for personal injury or death, which are related to, arise out of, or are in any way connected with my participation in this activity, including those allegedly attributed to the negligent acts or omissions of the Polaris parties. If I am signing on behalf of a minor child, I also give full permission for any person connected with Polaris Strength & Conditioning to administer first aid deemed necessary, and in case of serious illness or injury, I give permission to call for medical and or surgical care for the child and to transport the child to a medical facility deemed necessary for the well being of the child.
Indemnification
The participant recognizes that there is risk involved in the types of activities offered by Polaris Strength & Conditioning. Therefore the participant accepts financial responsibility for any injury that the participant may cause either to him/herself or to any other participant due to his/her activities. I agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Polaris parties from liability of any kind to anyone, for any claim or cause of action, including claim for the injury or death of any person(s) and damage to property arising from or relating to my actions or omissions while participating in activities offered by Polaris Strength & Conditioning, at the main building or elsewhere. This includes but is not limited to parks, recreational areas, playgrounds, areas adjacent to the main building, and/or any area selected for training by Polaris Strength & Conditioning . Should the Polaris parties, or anyone acting on their behalf, be required to incur attorney’s fees and costs in defense of any claim covered by or to enforce this indemnification, I agree to reimburse them for such fees and costs. I agree that the Polaris parties shall not be liable for any special, indirect, consequential or punitive damages arising out of or relating to the activities offered by Polaris Strength & Conditioning .
Special Considerations for COVID-19 and other infectious disease
I will screen myself for symptoms of COVID-19 or other respiratory illnesses daily before attending classes at Polaris Strength & Conditioning.
I will not enter the facility at Polaris Strength & Conditioning if I have symptoms of COVID-19 or other infectious illnesses, including but not limited to sore throat, congestion, fever, vomiting, or diarrhea.
I will notify Polaris Strength & Conditioning via email at info@greenlakestrength.com immediately if I test positive for COVID-19.
I will not enter the facility Polaris Strength & Conditioning if I have tested positive for COVID-19. I will wait 14 days from the start of symptoms or until I have two negative COVID test results before I return.
I agree to adhere to all the COVID-19 guidelines established or suggested by the CDC, state of Washington, King County, and City of Seattle that Polaris Strength & Conditioning has imposed on its activities, including, but not limited to washing hands and cleaning and sanitizing equipment.
I will not hold Polaris parties responsible for and hereby release, indemnify, and hold harmless the Polaris parties from liability arising from or relating to any sickness or illness, including but not limited to COVID-19, contracted by me. I acknowledge that the a) Waiver and Release of Liability, b) Release, and c) Indemnification paragraphs above apply to injury or death relating to contracting such illness or sickness and to my obligation to report or refrain from attending classes at Polaris Strength & Conditioning if I test positive for COVID-19.
I have read and understand the foregoing Waiver, Release and Indemnification and I acknowledge that by signing it, in addition to all of the other provisions, it obligates me to indemnify the Polaris parties for any liability for injury or death of any person and damage to property caused by my act or omission. I understand that by signing this form I am waiving valuable legal rights. This agreement shall be binding upon me, my successors, representatives, heirs, executors, assigns, or transferees. If any portion of this agreement is held invalid, I agree that the remainder of the agreement shall remain in full legal force and effect. I consent to be bound by my electronic signature below and electronic initials throughout this agreement.