Open Gym Agreement
By accessing and using the Open Gym facilities at Marlborough CrossFit, I acknowledge and agree to the following terms:
1. Participation at My Own Risk
I understand that Open Gym is an unsupervised training period and that I am solely responsible for my own safety, exercise selection, technique, loading, and use of equipment.
I voluntarily participate in all activities knowing that strength training, weightlifting, gymnastics, cardiovascular exercise, and the use of fitness equipment carry inherent risks, including serious injury, permanent disability, or death.
2. Competency
I confirm that I have sufficient experience and knowledge to train safely without direct coaching or supervision. I will only perform movements and use equipment that I am competent to use safely.
If I am unsure how to perform a movement or use equipment correctly, I understand that I should wait until a coached class or arrange individual coaching.
3. Safety Rules
While using Open Gym, I agree to:
Use equipment only for its intended purpose.
Inspect equipment before use and report any damaged or unsafe equipment immediately.
Use appropriate safety equipment where necessary.
Avoid lifting beyond my capability without appropriate safety measures.
Keep training areas clear and free from unnecessary hazards.
Return all equipment to its designated storage location after use.
Clean and wipe down any equipment used.
Respect other members using the facility.
4. Prohibited Activities
During Open Gym I will not:
Coach or instruct other members for payment or personal gain.
Allow non-members or guests to enter the facility without prior permission.
Use the facility while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Engage in reckless, dangerous or inappropriate behaviour that may endanger myself or others.
5. Injuries and Medical Conditions
I confirm that I am medically fit to participate in physical exercise. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult a healthcare professional regarding any medical conditions or injuries before participating.
If I feel unwell, dizzy, or experience pain during training, I will stop exercising immediately.
6. Assumption of Risk
I acknowledge that I voluntarily assume all risks associated with using the Open Gym facilities, including those arising from lifting weights, using cardio equipment, gymnastics equipment, climbing ropes, rig apparatus, and any other equipment available within the gym.
7. Release of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I release and hold harmless Marlborough CrossFit, its owners, directors, employees, coaches, contractors, and representatives from any liability for injury, illness, loss, damage or expense arising from my use of the Open Gym facilities, except where such liability results from negligence that cannot legally be excluded under applicable law.
Nothing in this agreement excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded under UK law.
8. Right to Refuse Access
Marlborough CrossFit reserves the right to refuse or remove access to Open Gym if a member acts in an unsafe manner, breaches these terms, damages equipment, or behaves in a way that puts others at risk.
9. Agreement
By signing below, I confirm that I have read, understood, and agree to these Open Gym Terms of Use. I understand that I participate entirely at my own risk and agree to abide by all gym policies and safety procedures.