I have chosen voluntarily to participate in the above-described Activity, including, without limitation, any and all activities and travel associated with the Activity organized by Emmaus Bible College ("Emmaus"). This Release confirms my understanding of the following:
I am aware that playing or practicing in any sport can be a dangerous activity involving many risks or injury. I understand that the dangers and risks of playing or practicing in the above sport include, but are not limited to, death, serious neck and spinal injuries which may result in complete or partial paralysis or brain damage, serious injury to virtually all bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, and other aspects of the muscular-skeletal system and serious injury or impairment to other aspects of my body, general health and well being.
Because of the dangers of participating in the above sport, I recognize the importance of following the coach’s instructions regarding playing techniques, training, rules of the sport, other team rules, and to obey such instructions.
In consideration of Emmaus permitting me to participate in the sports activity(ies) listed above, and to engage in all events related to that sport, including practicing, playing and travel, I hereby voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation and agree to exonerate and save harmless Emmaus, its officers, agents and employees, from any and all liability, claims, causes of action or demands of any kind and nature which may arise by or in connection with my participation in the sports activity(ies).
These include, without limitation, risks involved in traveling to, from, and within a sports competition Trip, including in a vehicle owned or hired by Emmaus, as well as risks generated by the activities in which I engage while participating on the Trip, including but not limited to those identified above. I recognize that these potential risks include, for example, illnesses, injuries and even death. I will take every precaution to safeguard my health and to protect my personal belongings from damage or theft.
I hereby assume all of the risks of participating in all activities at any of these facilities, including by way of example but not limited to any risks that may arise from: negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities being released, dangerous or defective equipment or property owned, maintained or controlled by them, or their possible liability without fault. I certify that I am physically fit, have sufficiently prepared or trained for participation in this activity and have not been advised to not participate by a qualified medical professional. I certify that there are no health-related reasons or problems which could affect my participation in this activity.
I acknowledge that this Waiver and Release of Liability will be used by the event holders, sponsors and organizers of the activity in which I may participate and that it will govern my actions and responsibilities at said activity. In consideration of my use of facilities or services provided at EMMAUS BIBLE COLLEGE, I hereby take action for myself, my executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors and assigns as follows:
(A) I WAIVE, RELEASE, AND DISCHARGE from any and all liability, including but not limited to, liability arising from the negligence or fault of the entities or persons released, for my death, disability, personal injury, property damage, property theft or actions of any kind which may hereafter occur to me including my traveling to and from this activity, THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES OR PERSONS: Emmaus Bible College (known as EMMAUS) and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, representatives, agents and activity holders, sponsors, and volunteers;
(B) INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE the entities or persons mentioned in this paragraph from any and all liabilities or claims made as a result of my use of these facilities, whether caused by the negligence of Releases or otherwise.
I acknowledge that EMMAUS and its members, managers, employees, agents and contractors (“Releasees”) are NOT responsible for the errors, omissions, acts or failures to act of any person or entity conducting a specific activity. I acknowledge that this activity may involve a test of physical and mental limits and carries with it the potential for death, serious injury and property loss. The risks include, but are not limited to, those caused by facilities, temperature, weather, condition of participants, equipment, lack of hydration and actions of other people including, but not limited to, participants, volunteers, coaches, parents, officials, umpires, referees, monitors, spectators and sponsors of any activity. These risks are not only inherent to participants, but are also present for volunteers and parents.
I hereby consent to receive medical treatment which may be deemed advisable in the event of injury, accident and/or illness during this activity.
I understand while participating in this activity, I may be photographed. I agree to allow my photo or video of my likeness to be used for any legitimate purpose by Emmaus Bible College, its employees, agents and assigns.
I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT AND I SIGN IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.