ADULT PARTICIPANT WAIVER, RELEASE INDEMNIFICATION, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND LIMITATION OF ALL CLAIMS.
NOTICE: THIS IS A LEGALLY BINDING AGREEMENT. Read this document solicit and in entirety. By signing this agreement you give up your right to bring a court action to recover compensation or obtain any other remedy for any personal injury or property damage however caused arising out of your participation in Crossfit Watford’s Programs now or at any time in the future.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I hereby acknowledge and agree that participation in CrossFit Watford fitness activities come with inherent risks. I have full knowledge and understanding of the risks associated with participation in CrossFit Watford’s fitness programs and facilities, including but in no way limited to: (1) slips, trips and falls, (2) athletic injuries, and (3) illness, including exposure to and infection with viruses or bacteria. I further acknowledge that the preceding list is not inclusive of all possible risks associated with fitness program participation and facility use and that said list in no way limits the operation of this agreement.
CORONA Virus/COVID-19 WARNING, DISCLAIMER AND CUSTOMER WARRANT
Corona Virus/COVID-19 is an extremely contagious virus that spreads easily through person to person contact. The UK government recommends social distancing as a means to prevent the spread of the virus. COVID-19 can lead to severe illness, personal injury, permanent disability, and death. Participating in CrossFit Watford programs or accessing the gym facilities could increase the risk of contracting COVID-19.
CrossFit Watford in no way warrants that COVID-19 infection will not occur through participation in CrossFit Watford programs or accessing CrossFit Watford gym facilities.
The undersigned hereby agrees to check the www.gov.uk website and guidelines prior to using the facility, services and programs at CrossFit Watford, on a daily basis if necessary. The undersigned hereby agrees, represents, and warrants that neither the undersigned nor such participating children that shall visit or utilise the facilities, services or programs at CrossFit Watford if he or she (i) experiences symptoms of COVID-19 including, without limitation, fever, cough, shortness of breath or loss of taste and small, or (ii) has a suspected or diagnosed/confirmed case of COVID-19. The undersigned agrees to notify CrossFit Watford immediately if he or she believes that any of the foregoing access/use restrictions apply. The undersigned acknowledges and assumes both the known and potential dangers of using the facilities, services and programs of CrossFit Watford and acknowledges that use thereof by the undersigned and/or such participating children may, despite CrossFit Watford’s reasonable efforts to mitigate such dangers, result in exposure to COVID-19, which could result in quarantine requirements, serious illness, disability, and/or death.
Wyvern Fitness Ltd collects and processes information about members. We do this to enable us to ensure we have the best and most relevant and up to date information we need to advise you with regard to exercise, and to help you get the best out of your time spent here, and also to process payments. We will only keep information about you which is relevant to your use of our facilities and will only keep information which you provide for as long as is necessary. You can request us to delete the data we hold. If you decide that you no longer wish us to retain this information then please request that we delete your data via email, letter, text or verbally. Contact details can be found on our website. You are also entitled to request to see the information we hold on our systems - please ask via email, letter, text or verbally.
The Data Protection Act 1998 and subsequent General Data Protection Regulation requires us to obtain your agreement before we can process this information. Please sign to give your consent to us keeping and processing the information that you provide and that you have read the above statements regarding the information we hold about you.
In consideration of being allowed to participate in the activities and programmes of Wyvern Fitness Ltd and to use the facilities and equipment owned and/or under the control of Wyvern Fitness Ltd, in addition to the payment of any fee or charge, I hereby waive, release and forever discharge Wyvern Fitness Ltd from any and all responsibility or liability for injuries or damages resulting from my participation in any activities or my use of equipment or facilities; including the spa.
I understand and I am aware that strength, flexibility, aerobic exercise, class participation and use of spa plus the use of equipment are potentially hazardous activities. I also understand that exercise and fitness activities and spa use involve a risk of injury and even death. In particular, I acknowledge and agree that the athletic activities I will be participating in require a high degree of effort, are designed to be high intensity, and are intended to challenge my cardiovascular endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, agility, accuracy, balance and coordination. I acknowledge and agree that I am voluntarily participating in these activities and using equipment and facilities (including the spa) with the knowledge of the dangers involved.
I understand that although Wyvern Fitness Ltd will take steps to reduce the risks and increase the safety of all athletic activities and use of facilities, it is not possible for Wyvern Fitness Ltd to make these athletic activities completely risk free. I also acknowledge that I am personally responsible for my preparation prior to athletic activities, my concentration and attention during these athletic activities, and for my post activity rest and recovery; plus my preparation and use of the spa.
I confirm that I have and will continue to honestly represent my level of fitness, health, nutrition, use of medication, medical history, and current physical, mental, and medical condition to Wyvern Fitness Ltd. I understand that Wyvern Fitness Ltd is not able to and will not provide me with medical advice with regard to any medical conditions I may have and that the information I provide to it is used only as a guideline to the limitations of my ability to exercise.
I hereby declare myself to be physically sound and suffering from no condition, impairment, disease or infirmity or other illness (other than those declared to Wyvern Fitness Ltd) that would prevent my participation in or use of equipment or facilities.
I acknowledge that I have either had a physical examination and have been given my doctor’s permission to participate, or that I have decided to participate in activity and use of equipment/machinery and the spa without the approval of my doctor and do hereby assume all responsibility for my participation and activities, and utilisation of equipment/machinery and all facilities in my activities.
I confirm that I will learn and obey the rules and regulations and terms and conditions of Wyvern Fitness Ltd, and that I will follow the instructions and directions of Wyvern Fitness Ltd during athletic activities and use of equipment and facilities. I will also inform Wyvern Fitness Ltd immediately should I feel pain, discomfort, fatigue, nausea or other symptoms that I may suffer during and immediately after athletic activities or use of any facility. I consent to receiving first aid and medical treatment by Wyvern Fitness Ltd in the event of an accident, injury or illness during athletic activity or use of facilities.
I understand that from time to time Wyvern Fitness Ltd may use media in the form of photography and videography to promote Wyvern Fitness Ltd online and through other forms of advertising. I confirm that I will tell Wyvern Fitness Ltd in advance if I do not wish for any imagery of myself to be used otherwise I understand I am giving permission for my image to be use in the promotional manner stated above.
I agree that this agreement and any rights, duties and obligation as between the parties to this agreement shall be governed by and interpreted solely in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
I confirm that I am over the full age of eighteen (18) years and that I have read this agreement/waiver prior to signing it and that I understand it.
Whilst physical activity is a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle, it is subject to risk. We urge you to seek advice from your doctor before participating in any exercise activity. In particular, if the answer to any of the following questions is ‘YES’, talk your doctor about those questions and follow their guidance.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are safe and capable to use any of the facilities here.
Has your doctor ever said that you have a heart condition and that you should only do physical activity recommended by a doctor?
Do you feel any pain in the chest when you do physical activity?
In the past month, have you had any chest pains when you were not doing physical activity?
Is your doctor currently prescribing you medication for blood pressure or a heart condition?
Do you ever lose balance because of dizziness, or do you ever lose consciousness?
Do you have any bone or joint problems that could be made worse by a change in physical activity?
Have you suffered from any major illness or had any major surgery in the past 2 years?
Are you pregnant or have you recently had a baby?
Do you smoke?
Are there any medical issues that could increase your risk of illness or injury as a result of physical activity?
Do you know of any other reason why you should not participate in a program of physical activity?
In the event of an emergency, is there any impairment or condition which requires you to need assistance to safely evacuate the building quickly?
This waiver is in conjunction with the declared injuries & illnesses form you completed on arrival at Crossfit Watford.
CrossFit Watford Ltd Membership Terms & Conditions
Principle Terms
1. The agreement starts:
If you are already at the gym, once you have indicated your acceptance in the Declaration section of this web sign-up process.
OR?
If you are not at the gym, once you have indicated your acceptance in the Declaration section of this web sign-up process and then entered the gym premises or after a period of seven days has passed – whichever is sooner.
2. Your membership starts immediately.
3. You will be entitled to the rights and privileges of the Membership type chosen.
Fees and Charges
1. The joining charge is payable immediately for any member that has not partaken in CrossFit before or CrossFit Watford staff feel is not capable of performing all movements confidently and safely. This charge includes giving you access to our fundamentals class to set you off on the right track.
2. The direct debit Payment Amount is due from you to us. You are obligated to make the first direct debit when the membership commences. You are obligated to make every Direct Debit payment, regardless of non-attendance except where the cancellation terms below or any terms which are specified on-line are met.
3. You agree to promptly advise us of any changes to the Member Details provided.
Renewal
1. Once you have completed the minimum number of Direct Debit payments, we will automatically continue to collect the Direct Debit Payment Amount every month unless you cancel (in which case you need to give us not less than ten working days’ notice). Your membership will be extended by one month each payment (“Renewal Period”). This Renewal Direct Debit Payment Amount may only be amended if we advise you in writing giving no less than 30 days’ notice.
2. During this Renewal Period you can cancel by cancelling your Direct Debit with CrossFit Watford – just provide us with the ten working days’ notice as stated above.
Cancellation and Freezing Membership
1. Should an injury or extended period away arise and you require your membership to be frozen, you must give us 10 working days notice for this to be completed. The minimum freeze period is 21 days and no longer than 6 months. Cancellation or freeze notice must be given in writing by email or letter.
General Terms
1. You agree to comply with the Gym Etiquette which is displayed in the club. We may make reasonable changes to these rules if we feel it will benefit the gym as a whole. If non-compliance with Gym Etiquette consistently causes damage to equipment, distress or disturbance to other members/staff we will need to discuss the issue with you and reserve the right to terminate this agreement.
Contact Details
1. To provide cancellation or freeze of notice please email: crossfitwatford@gmail.com
If you have any other queries, please contact:
CrossFit Watford
Unit 6
Moor Park Industrial Centre
Tolpits Lane
Watford
WD18 9SP
Email: crossfitwatford@gmail.com
I understand and agree to the above terms and conditions.
