I, the Participant, understand and acknowledge that participating in a tapestry and weaving retreat involves certain inherent risks. These risks include, but are not limited to:
Crafting Injuries: Minor cuts, punctures, or abrasions from sharp tools including tapestry needles, warping needles, scissors, rotary cutters, and loom hardware.
Physical Strain: Muscle fatigue, eye strain, or repetitive motion strain (such as wrist, hand, or back discomfort) from prolonged periods of sitting, warping, and weaving.
Venue & Travel Risks: General slips, trips, or falls at the retreat venue, lodging areas, or during communal meals and activities.
Property Damage: Loss or damage to personal belongings, including personal looms, yarns, tools, or luggage brought to the Event.
I voluntarily choose to participate with full knowledge of these risks and expressly assume all risks associated with my participation.
3. Release and Waiver of Claims
In consideration for being permitted to attend the Event, I hereby release, waive, acquit, and forever discharge the Released Parties from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action arising out of any loss, damage, personal injury, or illness that may be sustained by me, or to any property belonging to me, while participating in the Event. This includes claims based on the ordinary negligence of the Released Parties, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
4. Medical and Physical Fitness
I certify that I am physically capable of participating in this retreat. In the event of a medical emergency, I authorize the retreat organizers to secure medical treatment on my behalf if I am unable to do so, and I agree to be solely responsible for all financial costs associated with such treatment.
5. Media Release (Optional but Recommended)
I hereby grant the Released Parties permission to use photographs or video recordings taken of me during the retreat for promotional, social media, or educational purposes, without compensation to me. (If you do not wish to be photographed, please notify the organizers before the retreat begins).
6. Governing Law and Severability
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the [State/Province] of [Your State/Province]. If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
Acknowledgment and Agreement
By checking the agreement box on the website, typing my name below, or proceeding to click the Stripe payment button, I certify that:
I am at least 18 years of age and legally competent to sign this Agreement.
I have read this document in its entirety and fully understand its terms.
I understand that I am giving up substantial legal rights, including my right to sue the organizers and instructors of this retreat.
I agree to this document freely, voluntarily, and without coercion.