This Release of Liability and Waiver (“Release”) is executed by the undersigned participant and/or parent/legal guardian (“Participant”) in favor of COACH Rockwall, a nonprofit organization operating under the laws of the State of Texas, its directors, officers, agents, representatives, volunteers, contractors, and vendors; and First United Methodist Church of Rockwall, its pastors, employees, members, and agents (collectively, the “Released Parties”).
COACH Rockwall organizes and conducts educational, recreational, and social programs, including but not limited to weekly co-op classes, performances, clubs, field trips, service projects, and other related activities (“Activities”).
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1. Waiver and Release
I, the undersigned, on behalf of myself and/or my minor child(ren), hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action of whatever kind or nature, in law or in equity, that may arise from my participation or my child(ren)’s participation in COACH Rockwall Activities, whether occurring on or off the premises of the Released Parties.
This waiver extends to all claims of bodily injury, illness, death, or property damage arising out of or related to participation in COACH Rockwall Activities, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.
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2. Insurance
I understand and agree that COACH Rockwall and the Released Parties do not provide health, medical, disability, or accident insurance coverage for me or my child(ren). Each Participant is expected and encouraged to obtain their own medical or health insurance coverage.
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3. Medical Treatment
I hereby consent to receive (or to allow my child(ren) to receive) emergency medical treatment deemed advisable during participation in Activities. I release and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claim arising out of first aid, treatment, or service rendered in connection with participation in Activities.
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4. Assumption of Risk
I understand and acknowledge that participation in Activities may involve risks, including but not limited to physical activity, sports, travel to and from Activities, interactions with animals, use of tools or equipment, and activities at private homes or public facilities. I voluntarily assume full responsibility for all risks of personal injury, illness, death, or property damage that may result from participation in such Activities.
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5. Indemnification
I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from any loss, liability, damage, or cost they may incur due to participation by myself or my child(ren) in Activities, whether caused by negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise.
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6. Governing Law and Severability
This Release shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas. I expressly agree that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by Texas law. If any portion of this Release is held invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
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7. Acknowledgment
I have read and fully understand this Release. I voluntarily sign it and agree that it shall remain effective for the duration of my affiliation with COACH Rockwall, including all future Activities, events, and programs, whether on or off site.
This waiver remains active as long as I am a member or affiliated with COACH Rockwall in any way.