Waiver & Release

Waiver, Release, and Assumption of Risk Form

I, _____________________________________, have volunteered to participate in a fitness program provided to me by Diane Simmons (“Trainer”), which may include, but may not be limited to, resistance training and aerobic or cardiovascular exercise. In consideration of Trainer’s agreement to instruct and train me, I do here now and forever release and discharge and hereby hold harmless Trainer and his respective agents, heirs, assigns, contractors, and employees from any and all claims, demands, damages, rights of action or causes of action, present or future, arising out of or connected with my participation in this or any exercise program including any injuries resulting there from. THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY INCLUDES, WITHOUT LIMITATION, INJURIES WHICH MAY OCCUR AS A RESULT OF (1) EQUIPMENT BELONGING TO TRAINER OR TO MYSELF THAT MAY MALFUNCTION OR BREAK; (2) ANY SLIP, FALL, DROPPING OF EQUIPMENT; (3) AND/OR NEGLIGENT INSTRUCTION OR SUPERVISION. I have been informed of, understand and am aware that any exercise program, whether or not requiring the use of exercise equipment, is a potentially hazardous activity. I also have been informed of, understand and am aware that any exercise and/or fitness activities involve a risk of injury, as well as abnormal changes in blood pressure, fainting, and a remote risk of heart attack, stroke, other serious disability or death, and that I am voluntarily participating in these activities and using equipment and machinery with full knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the dangers involved. I hereby agree to expressly assume and accept any and all risks of injury, regardless of severity, or death. Any recommendation for changes in diet including the use of food supplements and weight reduction products are entirely your responsibility and you should consult a physician prior to undergoing any dietary or food supplement changes. 

______I have been advised that an examination by a physician should be obtained by anyone prior to commencing a fitness and/or exercise program, or initiating a substantial change in the amount of regular physical activity performed. If I have chosen not to obtain a physician’s consent prior to beginning this fitness program with Trainer, I hereby agree that I am doing so solely at my own risk. In any event, I acknowledge and agree that I assume the risks associated with any and all fitness related activities and/or exercises in which I participate.

______I acknowledge the contagious nature of the COVID-19 virus, and respect that the facility adheres to the CDC recommendations of practicing social distancing and wearing face coverings.
I further acknowledge that Simply Fitness by Diane has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus, to the best of their abilities. I further acknowledge that no guarantee exists regarding whether or not I may contract COVID-19. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to and/or infected by the COVID-19 virus may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others, including, but not limited to, staff and other clients. I acknowledge that I increase my risk of exposure to COVID-19 by participating in services rendered. I acknowledge that I must comply with all set procedures to reduce the spread while in attendance.

 

I attest that:
* I am not experiencing any symptom of illness such as cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, or new loss of taste or smell.
* I have not traveled internationally within the last 14 days.
* I have not traveled to a highly impacted area within the United States in the last 14 days.
* I do not believe I have been exposed to someone with a suspected and/or confirmed case of COVID-19.

* I have not been diagnosed with Coronavirus/Covid-19 by state or local public health authorities.
* I am following all CDC recommended guidelines as much as possible, including limiting any purposeful exposure to COVID-19.

I hereby release and agree to hold Diane Simmons, Simply Fitness by Diane, and business partnership entities and employees harmless from any causes of action, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and compensation for damage to myself that may be caused by any act, or failure to act, or that may otherwise arise in any way with any services received. I understand that this release discharges the aforementioned from any liability with respect to bodily injury, illness, death, medical treatment, or property damage that may arise from, or in connection to, any services received. This liability waiver and release extends to all owners, partners, and employees.

 

______I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE THOROUGHLY READ THIS FORM IN ITS ENTIRETY AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THAT IT IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY. BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT, I AM WAIVING ANY RIGHT I OR MY SUCCESSORS MIGHT HAVE TO BRING A LEGAL ACTION OR ASSERT A CLAIM AGAINST TRAINER FOR YOUR NEGLIGENCE OR THAT OF YOUR EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR CONTRACTORS.

 

This form is an important legal document that explains the risks you are assuming by beginning an exercise program. It is critical that you have read and understand this document completely. If you do not understand any part of this document, it is your ultimate responsibility to ask for clarification prior to signing it.

 

 

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Email ______________________________________________________________

 

 

Emergency Contact __________________________________________________

 

 

Medical Conditions: __________________________________________________

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