RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND VIDEO RELEASE
I understand that in the practice of martial arts there is always an inherent risk of injury that cannot be eliminated. Such injuries may include, but are not limited to, pulled muscles, dislocated joints, broken bones, transmission of infectious diseases and death.
In accordance with the law, this dojo does not exclude individuals with medical conditions that do not pose a medically recognized threat to the health or safety of the other students in the normal course of training. I understand that there are some unavoidable circumstances where these conditions may require special caution on my part to minimize danger to others, or myself and I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to act accordingly.
I understand that I may be training with someone who may be infected with diseases that can be transmitted by exchanges of blood, other bodily fluids. These diseases include but are not limited to HIV/AIDS and hepatitis. I acknowledged that I have read and will follow the dojo's procedures for dealing with injuries to myself and others that present opportunities for exposure to blood or body fluids.
I also understand that I may be exposed to individuals in the dojo that may have an infectious disease that may be spread by air borne transmission, respiratory droplets or person-to-person contact. These infectious diseases include but are not limited to the common cold, norovirus, flu virus and other respiratory diseases such as Covid 19 (SARS-CoV-2).
I understand the dojo’s policy on hand washing, mask wearing, and other protocols for avoiding the transmission of infectious diseases). I will refrain from training if I have symptoms of illness.
As a condition to participating in martial arts classes and seminars sponsored by the Sarasota Budokan, I assume the risk of all injuries including the transmission of infectious diseases and hereby hold the Sarasota Budokan, their instructors, agents, officers, as well as the owner of the premises, and the Aikido Schools of Ueshiba, Inc. (ASU), harmless from any and all liability (including attorney’s fees and costs) for all claims, actions or damages due to injuries including infectious diseases suffered by me or caused by third parties to me arising out of activities involving Aikido, any other martial arts or physical activities.
I understand that Aikido is an educational system. For the safety of others, and myself I will practice in a considerate and conscientious manner and strictly follow all rules of the dojo. Should I break any of these rules, I understand that it is the decision of the chief instructor whether or not I may continue training. I will abide by their decision.
I further acknowledge that this event may be recorded or photographed and I agree to being recorded in whatever format is being used and that the Sarasota Budokan may use my image in any format for all legal purposes both commercially and non-commercially.
By my signature below, I certify I have read, understood, and agree to abide by this waiver.