Assumption of Risk
I understand that participating in the Run Club involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:
- Running on public roads, sidewalks, trails, and pathways
- Uneven surfaces, traffic, weather, and environmental hazards
- Falls, collisions with vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians, animals, or other participants
- Physical exertion that may result in dehydration, heat-related illness, strains, sprains, fractures, cardiac events, or other serious injury
- Risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken by organizers
I voluntarily choose to participate in the Run Club with full knowledge and acceptance of these risks.
Health Representation
I represent that I am physically capable of participating in the Run Club. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician if I have any concerns regarding my fitness or medical condition before participating.
I agree to stop participating immediately if I experience pain, dizziness, illness, or any condition that could endanger myself or others.
Release of Liability
In consideration for being permitted to participate in the Run Club, I, on behalf of myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, and personal representatives, hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue:
- b-Stretched
- HOKA
- The Vault Fitness
- The organizers, run leaders, volunteers, coaches, employees, contractors, agents, sponsors, affiliates, successors, and assigns of each of the above entities
from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising out of or related to my participation in the Run Club, including claims arising from negligence, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.
This release includes, but is not limited to, claims for:
- Personal injury
- Illness
- Death
- Property damage or loss
- Economic loss
except where liability cannot legally be excluded.
Indemnification
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the released parties from any claims, liabilities, damages, costs, or legal expenses arising from my actions or conduct while participating in the Run Club.
Rules and Conduct
I agree to:
Follow all instructions provided by run leaders.
Obey all traffic laws and pedestrian regulations.
Exercise reasonable care for my own safety and the safety of others.
Refrain from participating while under the influence of alcohol or drugs that may impair my judgment or physical ability.
I understand that organizers may remove me from participation if my conduct is unsafe or disruptive.
Medical Treatment
In the event of an emergency, I authorize organizers to obtain emergency medical assistance on my behalf if deemed necessary. I understand that I am solely responsible for any resulting medical expenses.
Photography and Media Release (Optional)
I grant permission for photographs and videos taken during Run Club activities to be used by b-Stretched, HOKA, and The Vault Fitness for promotional, educational, and marketing purposes without compensation, unless I notify the organizers in writing before participating.
Severability
If any provision of this waiver is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the applicable laws of Canada.
Acknowledgement
I have carefully read this Waiver and Release of Liability. I understand its contents and understand that by signing it, I am giving up certain legal rights, including the right to sue the released parties for claims covered by this waiver, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I sign this agreement voluntarily and without inducement.