In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in this sports activity, related events and activities, the undersigned appreciates and acknowledges:
1) The risk of injury or illness from the activities involved in this sport is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death; and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury or illness does exist; and, I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others and assume full responsibility for my participation.
2) I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If, however, I observe any unusual or significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such hazard to the attention of the nearest official immediately. I also understand that consumption of alcohol or mind altering drugs is prohibited while attending any club organized activity either on or off water. Consumption of alchol at social functions that do not include water activites is at the descretion of the officers/directors of the club.
3) I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS UNITED STATES DRAGON BOAT FEDERATION; CENTERAL COAST DRAGON BOAT ASSOCIATION; SUBSEA TOURS, LLC; MORRO BAY MARINA; their officers & directors, officials, agents,and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, commissions, sponsors, advertisers, volunteers, coaches, steerers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises and equipment used to conduct club activities/ special event (“RELEASEES”), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, ILLNESS, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE.
4) I also acknowledge that photographs and video may be taken of me in my participation in, and attendance at this event or club activity, and hereby freely agree to allow without restriction all uses of such photos and videos in the reporting of club activities, special race, and/or in the promotion of such, its location, other sporting events, sport in general, and/or related purposes.
5) COVID-19 WAIVER: I have been informed and understand that I risk exposure to Covid-19 by choosing to participate in dragon boating and related activities, both on and off the water. I understand that regardless of any precautions taken by myself or others, an inherent risk of becoming infected with Covid-19, and suffering illness or death from Covid-19, will exist. I understand and assume the risk, and voluntarily choose to participate in dragon boating and related team activities.
6) MEDICAL RELEASE: I am fully aware of the risks associated with strenuous physical activity. I understand that dragon boating can be strenuous, and participation may include helping to move a heavy boat. I am in good medical condition/health; I have no medical condition which would prevent me from safely participating in dragon boating and other activities CCDBA offers; and I have medical clearance to participate. I knowingly and willingly assume all risks and acknowledge that my participation in this activity is fully voluntary.
By signing below I acknowledge that I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND SIGN IT FREELY.