WARNING … Safety first!!
High intensity exercise must be approached cautiously in the beginning, a gradual ramp up of intensity is necessary to allow muscle cells to adapt to the new demands being placed on them. Failure to do so, opens the door to a life threatening condition, known as ‘Rhabdomyolysis’. In short, the muscle cells are damaged flooding the bloodstream with toxins that can overwhelm the kidneys as they attempt to cleanse the blood, leading to potential shutdown. CrossFit can cause Rhabdomyolysis. It is important that you start at a reduced intensity. Brown urine, complete muscle weakness and/or swelling of joints are warning signs of ‘Rhabdo’. If you develop these symptoms, seek medical assistance IMMEDIATELY.
Waiver and Release of Liability
Jeshade Pty Ltd (trading as “CrossFit Flourish” & "Jimboomba Barbell Club") 16 Paul Court, Jimboomba, QLD 4285
In consideration of Jeshade Pty Ltd allowing me to participate, I acknowledge, understand and I am aware that:
I have voluntarily chosen to participate in training activities provided by Jeshade Pty Ltd, trading as “CrossFit Flourish” and "Jimboomba Barbell Club". I understand there are inherent risks in all aspects of physical training and I acknowledge that I have been informed of the possible strenuous nature of the training and the potential for undesirable physiological results including, but not limited to, abnormal blood pressure, muscle soreness, fainting, heart attack and/or death. I also acknowledge that I have been specifically warned about the medical condition “Rhabdomyolysis” and accordingly I have been advised to limit my effort in order to minimise the risks associated with this condition.
I understand that the training may involve weightlifting, gymnastic movements, strenuous bodyweight exercises and other high exertion activities, and that I am not obligated to perform nor participate in any activity that I do not wish to do, and that it is my right to refuse such participation at any time during my training sessions. I understand that should I feel lightheaded, faint, dizzy, nauseated, or experience pain or discomfort, I am to stop the activity and inform my trainer. I give Jeshade Pty Ltd and the staff of the facilities I train in permission to seek emergency medical services for me should I become injured or ill with the understanding that I am responsible for any expenses incurred.
I agree to WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that I have or may have in the future against Jeshade Pty Ltd, and its directors, officers, employees, agents, volunteers and independent contractors (all of whom are hereinafter collectively referred to as “the Releasees”). I agree to RELEASE THE RELEASEES from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury or expense that I may suffer, or that my next of kin may suffer as a result of my participation in the programs, activities and services provided by Jeshade Pty Ltd, due to any cause whatsoever including negligence, breach of contract, or breach of any statutory or other duty of care. I agree to HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY THE RELEASEES from any and all liability for any damage to the property of, or personal injury to, any third party, resulting from my participation in any program, activity or service provided by the releasees.
This agreement shall be binding upon me, my successors, representatives, heirs, executors, assigns, or transferees. If any portion of this agreement is held invalid, I agree that the remainder of the agreement shall remain in full legal force and effect. If I am signing on behalf of a minor child, I also give full permission for any person connected with Jeshade Pty Ltdto administer first aid deemed necessary, and in case of serious illness or injury, I give permission to call for medical and/or surgical care for the child and to transport the child to a medical facility deemed necessary for the well being of the child.
Use of picture(s)/film/likeness: I agree to allow Jeshade Pty Ltd, its agents, officers, principals, employees and volunteers to use picture(s), film and/or likeness of me for advertising purposes. In the event I choose not to allow the use of the same for said purpose, I agree that I must inform Jeshade Pty Ltd of this in writing.
I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS AGREEMENT AND I AM AWARE THAT BY ACCEPTING THIS “INFORMED CONSENT FORM” I AM WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS (INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE) WHICH I OR MY HEIRS, NEXT OF KIN, EXECUTOR, ADMINISTERS AND ASSIGNS MAY HAVE AGAINST THE RELEASEES. ANY QUESTIONS I HAD WERE ANSWERED TO MY FULL SATISFACTION.