READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING IT. YOUR SIGNATURE INDICATES YOU UNDERSTAND IT AND AGREE ON ITS TERMS. BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT, YOU AND YOUR CHILD ARE GIVING UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE OR RECOVER DAMAGES IN CASE OF INJURY, DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGES, FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE NEGLIGENCE OF M3 Equine LLC; IT’S OWNER, EMPLOYEES AND AGENTS (“THE RELEASEES”).
I, _______________________________________________ on behalf of myself (and my minor child) __________________ [Print First and Last] [Print Child’s Name]
I Reside at ________________________________________________ in _________________, _________, __________. [Street Address] [City] [State] [Zip]
1. Assumption of Risk:
ACKNOWLEDGE THAT HORSEBACK RIDING IS AN INHERENTLY DANGEROUS ACTIVITY AND INVOLVES RISKS THAT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY AND IN SOME CASES DEATH, because of the unpredictable nature of horses, regardless of their training and past performance.
I, ______________________________________, understand that visiting the premises of M3 Equine LLC (hereinafter referred to as M3) or engaging in equine activities, including but not limited to riding, handling, and being in the vicinity of horses, carries inherent risks. These risks include, but are not limited to:
· The unpredictability and potential for sudden movements of horses.
· The risk of falling from or being thrown from a horse.
· The risk of injury from trampling or being kicked by a horse.
· The risk of injury from the tack, equipment, or facilities used in the program.
I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in these equine activities with knowledge of the risks involved.
2. Release of Liability:
In consideration for being allowed to visit the premises of M3 or participate in the equine riding program, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue M3 Equine LLC, its owners, employees, volunteers, agents, contractors, sub-contractors, landlords, other visitors and affiliates (hereinafter referred to as the "Released Parties") from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action, of every kind or nature, whether in law or in equity, arising out of my visitation or participation in the program.
3. Indemnification:
I agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any and all loss, liability, damage, judgment court costs, expenses and reasonable expert or attorney fees, regardless of who may prevail, that may arise out of my visitation or participation in the equine riding program.
4. Medical Authorization:
I state that I am not now pregnant and that I have no history of epileptic seizures, heart condition or any other medical problem that could be affected by horseback riding. In the event of an injury or medical emergency, I authorize the Released Parties to obtain medical treatment on my behalf if I am unable to make such decisions.
5. Governing Law:
The Undersigned expressly agrees that the foregoing release and waiver of liability, assumption of risk, and indemnity agreement is governed by the State of Arizona and is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by Arizona Law (RIDE AT YOUR OWN RISK), and that in the event any portion of this Agreement is determined to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the validity, legality and enforceability of the balance of the Agreement shall not be affected or impaired in any way and shall continue in full legal force and effect.
6. IT IS REQUIRED THAT ALL RIDERS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 WEAR A PROTECTIVE HELMET. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT ALL ADULT RIDERS WEAR A PROTECTIVE HELMET.
I decline to wear a helmet (please initial here): _____________.
7. Severability:
If any provision of this release of liability form is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. I have read this release of liability form and fully understand its terms. I understand that I am giving up substantial rights, including my right to sue the Released Parties. I sign this form voluntarily and without any inducement or assurance of any nature.