MELBOURNE IN MOTION
WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Please read before agreeing
It is a requirement to complete this waiver before taking part in any Melbourne in Motion class or workshop. Please note, this waiver includes a signature box, and as such will need to be completed on a smartphone or tablet.
In agreeing to participate in Melbourne in Motion activities, I agree as follows:
I fully understand and acknowledge that parkour and/or other movement-related class content:
- Has inherent risks, dangers, and hazards and such exists in my participation in this activity;
- That participation in such activity may result in injury or illness including, but not limited to bodily injury, disease, strains, fractures, partial and/or total paralysis, death or other ailments that, could cause serious disability;
- That by my participation in these activities, I hereby assume all risks and dangers and all responsibility for any losses and/or damages.
I, on behalf of myself, my personal representatives and my heirs, hereby voluntarily agree to release, waive, discharge, hold harmless, defend, and indemnify Melbourne in Motion Coaching and all its members (set out in Schedule 1 here) from any and all claims, actions or losses for bodily injury, property damage, wrongful death, loss of services or otherwise, caused by negligence or otherwise, which may arise out of participation in this activity.
- I specifically understand that I am releasing, discharging, and waiving any claims or actions that I may have presently or in the future.
- I understand I am responsible for informing my instructors of any pre-existing medical conditions or injuries that may affect my ability to participate in training. I understand that if during the course of my training I develop any medical conditions or injuries that I am required to inform my instructor about them. I understand that I am responsible for my own personal safety, and that in agreeing to participate in a class, workshop or event, I am declaring myself fit and able to participate.
- I understand that, should I require medical treatment due to injury or accident at a Melbourne in Motion class or event, I am responsible for any costs associated (including but not limited to the cost of an ambulance), and I authorise Melbourne in Motion coaches and staff to administer any first-aid medical treatment required.
- I understand that I am expected to maintain appropriate social distancing and undertake all relevant precautions to minimise risk of transmission of COVID-19 and other illnesses, including not coming to classes or other events while experiencing illness or symptoms of illness, and informing relevant staff should I develop or test positive for any transmissable illness (for contact tracing purposes).
- I understand I am expected to treat all coaches and other students with respect at all times, and to avoid any behaviour that causes distress to others, including (but not limited to) bullying, threatening behaviour, sexual harassment. Melbourne in Motion reserves the right to ask any person to leave, if any such behaviour is exhibited. I understand that, should I experience any harrassment, or feel pressured or unwelcome in any way, I can contact any Melbourne in Motion coaches or staff, anonymously if I wish.
- I understand that any use of drugs or alcohol at any Melbourne in Motion classes, workshops or other training events is strictly not allowed, and that coaches or other staff will ask any person showing signs of drug or alcohol to leave.
- I understand that my personal belongings remain my own responsibility, and Melbourne in Motion are not responsible for the safe keeping of any bags, phones, wallets or other items I bring along to any class, workshop or other event.
- I understand that the Melbourne in Motion does not condone the irresponsible use of parkour or related disciplines in dangerous or illegal activities, which include (but are not limited to) roof jumping or trespassing.
I HAVE READ THE ABOVE WAIVER AND RELEASE AND BY SIGNING IT AGREE. IT IS MY INTENTION TO EXEMPT AND RELIEVE MELBOURNE IN MOTION COACHING AND ITS MEMBERS FROM LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR WRONGFUL DEATH BY ANY CAUSE.