UMA Introductory Session Intake & Payment Form

  • UMA Introductory Session Intake & Payment Form

    Complete this form to begin scheduling your $100 introductory session with United Mustangs of America. Your session is confirmed after this form and payment are received. After reviewing your form, Monica will contact you with available session times.

  • Step 1: Student Information

  • Date of Birth*
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  • Preferred Contact Method
  • Is the student under 18?
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Step 2: Horse Experience & Goals

    This section helps me understand your current experience level and what you are hoping to learn. There is no wrong answer. I use this information to help choose the safest and most helpful starting point.
  • Have you worked with horses before?
  • Have you taken riding or horsemanship lessons before?
  • What are you most interested in? Options can include:

  • Step 3: Health, Safety & Learning Needs

    Working with horses involves physical activity, awareness, and following safety instructions. This section helps me make better decisions for your first session.
  • Do you have any physical limitations, injuries, balance concerns, allergies, or medical conditions that may affect your participation?

  • Step 4: Introductory Session Agreement

    The introductory session is a 2-hour first session for new students. The session fee is $100.This session gives Monica time to meet you, learn about your goals and experience, introduce you to the UMA approach, and recommend the best next step. Depending on safety, goals, weather, horse availability, and Monica’s judgment, the session may include discussion, observation, groundwork, horse handling, horse care, and/or riding.The introductory session does not automatically enroll you in an ongoing program or membership. Ongoing lesson options may be discussed after the introductory session.
  • Required*

  • Step 5: What to Wear, Bring, and Expect

    Please come prepared for a working ranch environment. Safety and appropriate clothing matter around horses.
  • Required*

  • Step 6: Scheduling, Payment & Cancellation Policy

    After this form and payment are submitted, Monica will review your information and contact you with available introductory session times. Your session time is not reserved until payment has been received and Monica confirms the appointment with you directly.Please share your general availability below so Monica can offer times that are most likely to work.
  • Which times are usually best for you? Select all that apply.

  • Introductory sessions are scheduled by appointment. If you need to reschedule, please provide at least 24 hours notice. Missed sessions or same-day cancellations may forfeit the session fee unless Monica approves an exception.

  • Required*

  • Step 7: Liability Waiver & Assumption of Risk

    Please read the following waiver carefully. Horse activities involve inherent risks. This section must be completed before participating.

  • WAIVER, RELEASE, ASSUMPTION OF RISK & INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

    READ CAREFULLY. THIS AGREEMENT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.

    HORSE ACTIVITIES INVOLVE INHERENT RISKS, INCLUDING THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

    1. Parties & Locations

    This Agreement is between the undersigned (“Participant” and, if applicable, Parent/Guardian) and Monica O. Knight dba United Mustangs of America (“UMA”), including UMA’s owners, officers, coaches, employees, volunteers, agents, insurers, contractors, event hosts, and landowners/lessors (including, without limitation, 2550 Tienda Pl., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420; 2565 Fowler Ln., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420; and any other UMA-approved locations) (collectively, the “Released Parties”).

    2. Acknowledgment of Risks and Assumption of Risk

    I understand that equine activities are inherently risky and may be dangerous. These risks include, but are not limited to: falls; collisions with animals, people, objects, equipment, fencing, gates, vehicles, or terrain; unpredictable horse behavior such as bucking, rearing, kicking, biting, spooking, bolting, tripping, slipping, stopping short, or sudden changes in speed or direction; equipment failure; weather conditions; footing and surface hazards; wildlife, insects, and other animals; and the actions or inactions of other riders, students, handlers, spectators, visitors, or participants.

    I understand these risks may occur while riding, handling horses from the ground, grooming, leading, observing, participating in lessons, clinics, practice sessions, horse care, hauling-related activities, or other ranch and equine activities connected with United Mustangs of America.

    I voluntarily choose to participate, or allow my minor child to participate, and I knowingly assume the inherent risks of being on or around horses and ranch environments, whether on UMA premises, at another facility, or at an off-site UMA-related activity.

    3. Release of Liability for Ordinary Negligence and Indemnity

    To the fullest extent permitted by California law, I release, waive, and discharge United Mustangs of America, Monica Knight, Horse Handling Science United, property owners, facility owners, instructors, assistants, volunteers, contractors, agents, representatives, and any other related released parties from any and all claims for injury, death, loss, or property damage arising out of my participation, or my minor child’s participation, in UMA-related equine or ranch activities, including claims arising from the ordinary negligence of the Released Parties.

    This release does not apply to claims for gross negligence, reckless misconduct, willful misconduct, or any other liability that California law does not allow to be released by agreement.

    I further agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claim, demand, loss, damage, expense, or attorney’s fees brought by or on behalf of me, my minor child, or any third party arising from my participation, my minor child’s participation, or my failure to follow UMA rules or instructions, except to the extent prohibited by law.

    4. Safety Rules, Helmets, and Fitness to Participate

    I agree to follow all UMA rules, posted instructions, and directions given by Monica or UMA representatives. I understand that Monica may change, pause, or stop an activity at any time for safety reasons.

    I understand that properly fitted ASTM/SEI-certified equestrian helmets are required for mounted activities. I also understand that Monica may require a helmet for certain groundwork, horse handling, mustang work, or other activities when she determines it is appropriate for safety.

    I certify that I, or my minor child, am physically and mentally able to participate in the activities selected. I agree to disclose any medical condition, injury, disability, allergy, fear, medication, or other concern that may affect safety or participation.

    5. Conditions of Nature, Animals, and Facilities

    I understand that ranch and equine environments include changing and unpredictable conditions. These may include, but are not limited to: uneven ground, dirt, mud, manure, gates, panels, fencing, corrals, arenas, trails, vehicles, equipment, tools, hoses, water areas, feed, wildlife, insects, dogs, cats, livestock, weather, footing changes, and other natural or facility-related hazards.

    I accept these risks and understand that the Released Parties make no warranty or guarantee regarding the safety of any premises, route, arena, corral, trail, equipment, horse, or activity.

    6. Medical Treatment and Insurance

    If I, or my minor child, am injured or become ill, I authorize UMA representatives to seek or provide first aid and emergency medical assistance as reasonably necessary. I understand that I am responsible for my own medical care, health insurance, and all related costs. I will not rely on UMA or the Released Parties to provide insurance coverage for me or my minor child.

    7. Photo, Video, and Educational Media

    I understand that UMA may use lesson-related photos or videos for internal education, student progress documentation, safety review, and private program use within UMA or HHSU. Public, marketing, social media, or promotional use is governed by UMA’s separate Media & Content Consent, where media preferences may be selected.

    8. Program Policies and Ongoing Participation

    I understand that this waiver applies to the introductory session and to any future UMA-related activities unless revoked in writing. Revocation applies only going forward and does not affect any activity that occurred before UMA received the written revocation.

    I understand that ongoing participation, membership, Horse Lab, volunteering, guardianship, clinics, hauling, off-site activities, or other UMA programs may require additional policies, agreements, payments, or approvals.

    9. Miscellaneous

    • Governing Law and Venue: This Agreement is governed by California law. Venue for any dispute shall be San Luis Obispo County, California.
    • Severability: If any part of this Agreement is found unenforceable, the remaining parts will remain in effect to the fullest extent permitted by law.
    • No Oral Modification: I am not relying on any oral statement that changes or contradicts this Agreement. Any modification must be in writing and signed by UMA.
    • Term: This Agreement is effective upon signing and applies to the introductory session and current or future UMA-related equine and ranch activities, unless revoked in writing. Revocation is prospective only.

    BY SIGNING, I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS AGREEMENT. I UNDERSTAND THAT I AM GIVING UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE FOR CLAIMS ARISING FROM ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY CALIFORNIA LAW.

  • Required*
  • Date*
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  • If the participant is under 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign below and confirms they have authority to grant this consent on behalf of the minor.

  • Parent/Guardian Date*
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  • Step 8: Photo, Video & Media Permission

    United Mustangs of America may occasionally use photos or videos for education, student progress documentation, website content, social media, or promotional purposes. Please choose your preferences below.

  • Organization: United Mustangs of America
    Coach: Monica O. Knight
    Network: Horse Handling Science United

     

    A. Purpose and Scope

    By signing below, I understand that United Mustangs of America may photograph, film, or record lessons, introductory sessions, clinics, practice sessions, events, and other UMA activities for education, safety, student progress documentation, and program communication.

    This consent may apply to my image, likeness, voice, riding, groundwork, horse handling, written reflections, homework videos, photos, posts, or other materials I submit to UMA or HHSU, collectively referred to as “Content.”

     

    B. Internal Educational Use

    I understand and agree that UMA may use Content internally for educational and program purposes. This may include student progress documentation, safety review, coaching feedback, lesson planning, private UMA or HHSU educational spaces, assignments, lesson libraries, student support, scheduling logistics, and program records.

    Internal educational use means the Content is used within the UMA/HHSU educational environment and is not intentionally made public by UMA.

  • C. Public, Marketing, and Social Media Use

     Please choose one option.

  • Public Media Permission*
  • If public use is allowed, how may the participant’s name appear?*

  • D. Content Submitted by Participant

    If I submit photos, videos, homework, written reflections, comments, posts, or other materials to UMA or HHSU, I confirm that I created the Content or have permission to share it. I give UMA permission to use submitted Content for internal educational purposes and, only if I selected “Yes” above, for public or marketing purposes.

  • E. No Compensation or Obligation to Use

    I understand that UMA is not required to use any Content. I also understand that I will not receive payment, royalties, or compensation for UMA’s authorized use of the Content.

  • F. Release for Authorized Use

    To the fullest extent permitted by law, I release and hold harmless United Mustangs of America, Monica O. Knight, Horse Handling Science United, and their representatives, agents, contractors, successors, and assigns from claims arising out of UMA’s authorized use of the Content, including claims related to privacy, publicity, likeness, or approval of the final materials.

  • G. Changing Media Permission

    I may request to change my public media permission in writing by contacting UMA at info@unitedmustangsofamerica.com.

    A change to public media permission applies going forward only. It does not require UMA to remove, recall, edit, or destroy materials already created, published, distributed, scheduled, or used before UMA received the written request.

    Internal educational use may still be part of UMA participation and program documentation.

  • H. Personal Filming by Students or Spectators

    I understand that personal filming, photography, or recording by students, parents, guests, or spectators during lessons or UMA activities is not permitted without Monica’s approval.

  • Participant Date*
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  • I. Minors

    If the participant is under 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign below and confirms they have authority to grant this consent on behalf of the minor.

  • Parent/Guardian Date
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  • Step 9: Final Review & Signature

    By continuing to payment, you confirm that the information provided is accurate, that you have read and agreed to the introductory session terms, and that you understand payment is required before your session can be scheduled.
  • Final Agreement Checkboxes*
  • Date*
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  • Parent/Guardian Date
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  • Step 10: Payment

    The introductory session fee is $100. Payment is required to complete the intake process and begin scheduling your session.After your form and payment are received, Monica will review your information and contact you with available introductory session times.

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