Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity Agreement.

 

Waiver: In consideration of being permitted to participate in this training program, I, for myself, my heirs, personal representatives, and assigns, do hereby release, waive, covenant not to sue and discharge MTB Gains and its employees from liability from any, and all claims including the negligence of MTB Gains and its employees resulting in personal injury, accidents, or illnesses (including death), and property loss arising from training.

 

Assumption of Risks: Participation in sport and conditioning programs carries with it certain inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of care taken to avoid injuries. I know that cycling is a potentially hazardous activity and certify that I am in good health and physically fit to enter into a training program. I acknowledge that I am aware of the risks involved in athletic training in general and cycling training, which risks include by way of example and not limitation

1) minor injuries such as scrapes, bruises, sprains and strains,

2) more serious injuries such as joint, muscle and bone injuries, concussions and other head injuries, heat related injuries such as heat stroke, heat exhaustion, dehydration and over hydration conditions such as hyponatremia, and

3) catastrophic injuries and conditions such as heart attacks and other conditions or injuries which could be fatal.

 

I have read the previous paragraphs and I know, understand, and appreciate these and other risks that are inherent in training for any physical activity. I hereby assert that my participation is voluntary and that I knowingly assume all such risks.

 

Indemnification and Hold Harmless: I also agree to IDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS MTB Gains and all employees from any, and all claims, actions, suits, procedures, costs, expenses, damages, and liabilities, including legal fees brought as a result of my involvement in this training program.

 

Acknowledgment of Understanding: I have read this waiver of liability, assumption of risk, and indemnity agreement, fully understand its terms, and I understand that I am giving up substantial rights, including my right to sue. I acknowledge that I am signing the agreement freely and voluntary and intend by my signature to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law.