Northern Warrior Ltd (trading as “NW Fitness”)
Unit 6, Bridge End Industrial Estate, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2RD
Email: info@northernwarrior.co.uk

1. Definitions
• “We”, “us”, “our” means Northern Warrior Ltd, trading as NW Fitness.
• “You”, “your” means the individual named on this Drop-In Waiver.
• “Facility” / “Gym” means NW Fitness at Unit 6, Bridge End Industrial Estate, Egremont, CA22 2RD.
• “Activities” means any class, open gym, event, workshop, PT session or other training undertaken at or organised by NW Fitness.
This Drop-In Waiver applies to non-members and visitors attending on a single-session or short-term basis (e.g. drop-ins, taster sessions, travelling CrossFitters / HYROX athletes).

2. Nature of Drop-In Access
2.1 A drop-in provides temporary access to participate in specified Activities on the agreed date(s). It does not create an ongoing membership or guarantee future access.
2.2 Drop-ins are only permitted during staffed hours unless explicitly agreed in writing by NW Fitness. Drop-ins are not granted 24/7 fob access.

3. Health, Medical & PAR-Q
3.1 The information and services we provide do not constitute medical advice. It is your responsibility to ensure you are fit and well enough to participate.
3.2 Before taking part in any Activity, you must complete the health questions honestly and in full. If you answer “yes” to any medical questions, you should seek advice from your GP or relevant healthcare professional before exercising.
3.3 You must inform the coach before the session of any injuries, conditions or limitations that could affect your training.

4. General Waiver Questions (Health & Exercise)
Please answer the following questions below truthfully. These will be provided on WodBoard / our digital form, but this section forms part of the waiver you are agreeing to.

5. Express Assumption of Risk
5.1 You understand that there are significant risks involved in all aspects of physical training, including but not limited to falls, trips and impacts; strains, sprains and muscular injury; injury due to improper use or failure of equipment; collisions or contact with other participants; and in rare cases, serious injury or death.
5.2 You willingly and voluntarily assume full responsibility for all risks of injury, illness, loss or damage that may arise from your participation in Activities at NW Fitness, except where caused by our negligence or other liability that cannot be excluded by law.
5.3 You confirm that you have no physical impairments, injuries or illnesses that will endanger you or others by taking part in the Activities, other than those disclosed in the health questionnaire.

6. Release of Liability & Indemnity
6.1 In consideration of being allowed to participate in Activities at NW Fitness, you hereby release and discharge Northern Warrior Ltd, its directors, employees, coaches, agents, volunteers and representatives from any and all claims, demands, actions or causes of action arising out of or in any way connected with your participation, including those allegedly arising from negligent acts or omissions, except to the extent such liability cannot be excluded under UK law.
6.2 You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Northern Warrior Ltd, its directors, employees, coaches, agents and volunteers from any claims brought by third parties arising from your own negligent or intentional acts while participating in Activities at NW Fitness or at any off-site location used by NW Fitness.
6.3 If you are signing on behalf of a minor, you also give full permission for any person connected with NW Fitness to administer first aid deemed necessary and, in case of serious illness or injury, to arrange medical or surgical care and transport the child to a medical facility if required.
6.4 Nothing in this waiver excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, or for fraud or any other liability which cannot be excluded under UK law.

7. Conduct, Rules & Safety
7.1 You agree to follow all instructions given by coaches and staff, including warm-ups, scaling options, movement standards and safety guidelines.
7.2 You agree to use equipment only for its intended purpose; train in a manner that is considerate to others; not attend while under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs; and inform the coach immediately if you feel unwell, dizzy or experience pain.
7.3 We reserve the right to refuse participation or ask you to leave if, in our reasonable opinion, your behaviour is unsafe or disruptive.

8. Personal Belongings & Vehicles
8.1 You bring personal belongings onto the premises entirely at your own risk. We do not accept responsibility for loss, theft or damage to personal property.
8.2 Vehicles and bicycles are parked at the owner’s risk. We do not accept liability for loss or damage to vehicles or bicycles on or near the premises.

9. Photography & Media
9.1 Participants involved in activities at NW Fitness may be photographed or filmed during training. By signing this waiver you consent to the use of these photographs and/or videos, without compensation, on NW Fitness social media, website and other promotional material.
9.2 If you prefer not to appear in photos or videos, please inform a coach before the session so we can take reasonable steps to avoid including you.

10. Data Protection
10.1 We will process your personal data (including health information) in accordance with UK data protection law and our Privacy Notice.
10.2 Your information will be used to manage your booking, monitor safety and contact you if necessary (for example, regarding changes to sessions or in the event of an incident).
10.3 You agree to promptly update us of any change to your contact details (address, phone, email) so that our records remain accurate.

11. Entire Agreement & Severability
11.1 This Waiver represents the complete understanding between you and the gym. No representations, written or oral, other than those contained in this waiver are authorised or binding upon the gym.
11.2 Should any part of this agreement, due to legal or other regulatory changes, become unenforceable, the remaining provisions within this agreement not impacted by such change shall remain in full force as originally written.
11.3 You agree to promptly update the gym of any changes of address, phone, e-mail address and/or bank account/credit card information where relevant.

12. Governing Law
12.1 This Waiver is governed by the laws of England and Wales and any disputes arising from it shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.