Altius Fencing Academy Beginner Camp Registration and Payment

I, the undersigned participant or Parent/Guardian of the minor participant (hereafter collectively referred to as the "Releasor"), acknowledge that participation in fencing and related athletic activities, including but not limited to training, footwork, drills, bouts, competitions, and travel, involves inherent risks, dangers, and hazards. These risks include, but are not limited to: muscle injuries, sprains, bruises, bone fractures, cuts, equipment failure, negligence of other participants, and, in rare circumstances, severe injury or death.

The Releasor understands and acknowledges that the sport of fencing is physically demanding and inherently dangerous. The Releasor hereby voluntarily accepts and assumes full responsibility for any and all risks, injuries, or damages, known or unknown, which may be incurred by the participant as a result of participation in activities at Altius Fencing Academy (hereafter referred to as the "Academy").

In consideration for the privilege of the participant being allowed to engage in activities with the Academy, the Releasor hereby agrees to release, waive, discharge, indemnify, and hold harmless the Academy, its owner(s), employees, coaches, agents, and volunteers (collectively, the "Releasees") from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by the participant, or any property belonging to the participant, while participating in activities conducted by, or under the supervision of, the Academy.

This waiver extends to any claim based on the ordinary negligence of the Releasees.

The Releasor further agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Releasees from any loss, liability, damage, or cost (including legal fees) that may be incurred by the Releasees due to the participation of the minor or adult in the Academy’s activities, whether caused by the negligence of the participant or the negligence of the Releasees.

The Releasor hereby authorizes Altius Fencing Academy and its representatives to consent to any medical treatment, surgery, or hospitalization for the Participant that may become necessary in an emergency. The Releasor certifies that the Participant is in good physical health and has no medical conditions, injuries, or impairments that would prevent safe participation in the sport of fencing. The Releasor agrees to indemnify and hold the Releasees harmless from any costs, claims, or liabilities arising out of such treatment. The Releasor understands and agrees to taking full responsibility for any and all costs related to medical care and emergency transportation.

Altius Fencing Academy maintains a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct and follows the safety guidelines set by USA Fencing and the U.S. Center for SafeSport.

Fence Safe

To ensure the safety of our members, all coaches are SafeSport certified. The full USA Fencing MAAPP Policy and the SafeSport Code here:

USA Fencing: FenceSafe

Observable and Interruptible Training Environment

Technical instruction and individual lessons are core components of fencing. Altius Fencing Academy operates an 'Observable and Interruptible' environment. This means that while a coach may be working one-on-one with a fencer, the session will always take place in a public area of the club where it can be seen and interrupted by others. Parents and guardians are always welcome to remain in the facility and observe all training sessions.

The Releasor grants Altius Fencing Academy and its representatives the irrevocable right to photograph, film, and/or record the participant during Academy activities. The Releasor authorizes the use of the resulting images, video, and/or quotes for promotional, marketing, and training purposes across all platforms, including social media and the Academy website. The Releasor understands that the participant’s likeness may be used without compensation or prior approval. The Releasor further agree that the participant may appear in group or class photos even if specific consent is later rescinded. Altius agrees not to publish sensitive personal contact info.

While the Releasor grants this permission as a condition of enrollment, it is understood that the Releasor may rescind this permission at any time via written request; however, such rescission applies only to future publications and not to materials already in circulation.