WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK
The Fen Pack Ltd
This Waiver of Liability Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by the undersigned participant (“Individually, if you are the client, and./or as agents of guardian of the client”) in favour of The Fen Pack Ltd (“Company”).
RELEASE OF LIABILITY
1. Acknowledgment of High-Intensity Training Risks
You acknowledge that CrossFit and functional fitness training involve high-intensity physical exercise, including but not limited to Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, gymnastics movements, cardiovascular conditioning, and group-based workouts.
You understand that such activities carry inherent risks, including but not limited to:
- muscle strains, ligament sprains, and joint injuries;
- falls from equipment (e.g., pull-up rigs, boxes, rings);
- improper lifting technique leading to serious injury;
- overexertion, dehydration, or heat-related illness;
- equipment failure or misuse;
- in rare cases, serious injury, cardiac events, or death.
You voluntarily accept and fully assume all such risks.
2. Coaching, Instruction, and Scaling
You acknowledges that while coaches may provide instruction, guidance, and scaling options, it is your responsibility to:
- select appropriate weights and modifications;
- stop exercising if you feel pain, dizziness, or distress;
- inform coaches of any discomfort, injury, or limitation.
You understand that you choose to perform movements at your own risk.
3. Health Declaration and Physical Readiness
You confirm that you are physically fit and have no medical condition that would prevent safe participation in high-intensity training. You agree to:
- disclose any injuries, medical conditions, or pregnancy;
- seek medical advice if unsure about participation;
- update the Company of any changes to their health status.
4. Use of Equipment and Facilities
You agree to use all gym equipment properly, including barbells, kettlebells, rowing machines, rigs, and other functional fitness apparatus. You accept that misuse or failure to follow instructions may result in injury.
5. Release of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree that The Fen Pack Ltd, its directors, employees, coaches, and agents shall not be held liable for any injury, loss, or damage arising from participation in training sessions or use of the facilities.
Nothing in this Waiver excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, or any other liability that cannot be excluded under the laws of England and Wales.
6. Open Gym and Unsupervised Training
You acknowledge that during open gym or unsupervised sessions, you are solely responsible for your training, including correct technique, weight selection, and safety.
7. Personal Property
The Company is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to personal belongings brought onto the premises.
8. Indemnity
The Member agrees to indemnify and hold harmless The Fen Pack Ltd against any claims arising from their actions, including misuse of equipment, failure to follow instruction, or negligent behaviour.
9. Emergency Medical Treatment
You consent to receive emergency first aid or medical treatment if required and agree to be responsible for any associated costs.
10. Conduct and Safety Rules
You agree to follow all gym rules, including:
- respecting coaching instructions;
- maintaining control of equipment at all times;
- ensuring safe distances from other participants;
- using collars/clips where required;
- immediately reporting hazards or injuries.
The Company reserves the right to suspend or terminate access for unsafe or inappropriate behaviour.
11. Governing Law
This Waiver shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
12. Severability
If any provision of this Waiver is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
13. Full Release from Liability of The Fen Pack:
You, or anyone on your behalf (your heirs/assignee(s) and next of kin) waive any claims against The Fen Pack (as well as any of its owners, employees, or other authorised agents, including independent contractors) from any and all liability claims and/or causes of action that you may have for injuries or other damages of any kind, including but not limited to punitive damages, arising out of participation in The Fen Pack acitivities, including but not limited to personal training, additional programming, nutritional programs, and physical activities.
14. Acknowledgment of Understanding
The Member confirms that they have read, understood, and voluntarily agree to the terms of this Waiver.
Additional Rules & Regulations
The minimum age requirement for membership is 14 years old. Individuals ages 14-18 must have their waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian. If aged 14-16 individuals may only attend a class or open gym with a parent or guardian, and are not to be unattended.
If you bring in children, dogs or any dependents onto the the premises, you do so entirely at your own risk and remain fully responsible for their supervision, behaviour and safety at all times. The Fen Pack accepts no responsibility or liability for any injury, loss, damage or incident involving such children, dogs or dependents.
No unauthorised substances are allowed on the premises.
Individuals must adhere to the membership agreement
You agree to allow The Fen Pack Ltd, it'd agents, principals, employees and volunteers the use of any and all pictures, film for marketing, advertising or teaching purposes.
You acknowledge that there are security cameras on the premises and that you may be filmed and recorded.
The Fen Pack Ltd may temporarily take facilities or equipment out of operation for reasonable repairs, modifications, substitutions or improvements.
The Fen Pack reserves the right to make changes to the type or quantity of equipment or classes offered.
The Fen Pack reserves the right to modify class schedules or hours of operation.