🤙 Now The Boring Stuff (Please Read!)
We want everyone to have a killer time, but because ocean conditions can get heavy, we need you to read and sign this formal agreement before hitting the waves. By signing, you are agreeing to the strict legal terms below.
PARTICIPANT WAIVER & RELEASE FORM
(Comes in force on event day)
Location: Anywhere from Beach Access 249 & 271 or any nominated beach on the day - Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
1. Acknowledgement of Risk
I acknowledge that surfing and participation in this event involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:
- Drowning or near drowning
- Injury from waves, currents, rips, sandbanks, rocks, marine life, or submerged objects
- Collision with other surfers, boards, or equipment
- Equipment failure
- Weather changes and ocean conditions
- Physical exertion and fatigue
I understand that these risks may result in serious injury, permanent disability, or death.
2. Voluntary Participation
I confirm that:
- I am physically fit and able to participate.
- I voluntarily accept all risks associated with participating in this event.
- I will comply with event rules and directions from organisers and officials.
3. Release and Indemnity
To the extent permitted by law, I release and discharge the event organisers, volunteers, sponsors, landowners, and associated parties from liability for any injury, loss, or damage arising from my participation in this event.
I acknowledge that this release extends to negligence to the extent permitted under Queensland law.
4. Medical Treatment
I consent to receive medical treatment deemed necessary in the event of injury, illness, or accident during the event and agree to bear any associated costs.
5. Personal Responsibility
I understand that I am responsible for:
- Assessing ocean conditions before entering the water.
- Using appropriate equipment.
- Surfing within my skill level.
- Ensuring my own personal insurance coverage.
- Bearing full liability for any injury, loss, or damage (I completely forfeit my right to make any claim against the organisers whatsoever.)
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO SUE & LIABILITY DISCLAIMER
By signing below, I expressly acknowledge that surfing is a dangerous recreational activity involving inherent risks of serious injury, disability, or death. I agree that I am participating entirely at my own risk. I hereby waive all rights to bring any legal action, lodge any claim, or seek compensation against the event organisers, volunteers, or sponsors for any injury, loss, damage, or death, to the maximum extent permitted by Queensland law. This waiver applies to all aspects of the event, including but not limited to general participation, equipment failure, ocean conditions, and organiser negligence. Furthermore, because we show images of beverage drinking on this page, please note: If I consume alcohol or any intoxicating substance at any point during the event period, I assume 100% personal responsibility for my actions and safety. Alcohol consumption completely and unconditionally forfeits any right to make a claim of any kind against the organisers. I have read, understood, and agree to all 5 sections of this Participant Waiver & Release Form.