WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY:
I am voluntarily participating in physical exercise that can be strenuous and subject to risk of serious injury during GYM TRAINING. The Ritz Gym urges you to obtain a physical examination from a doctor before beginning any exercise or training program. You agree that by participating in these physical exercise sessions or personal training activities, is at your own risk. I recognize that exercise is not without some risk to the musculoskeletal system (e.g. sprain, strain) and cardiorespiratory system (e.g. dizziness, fainting, abnormal heartbeat, discomfort in breathing, abnormal blood pressure response, and in rare instances, heart attack or stroke). I acknowledge that not all risks can be known in advance.
I HEREBY, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, or personal representatives (hereinafter collectively, “Releasor,” “I” or “me”, which terms shall also include Releasor’s parents or guardian if Releasor is under 18 years of age), knowingly and voluntarily enter into this WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY and hereby waive any and all rights, claims or causes of action of any kind arising out of my participation in the Activity.
I HEREBY release and forever discharge The Ritz Gym, their affiliates, managers, members, agents, attorneys, staff, volunteers, heirs, representatives, predecessors, successors and assigns (collectively “Releasees”), from any physical or psychological injury that I may suffer as a direct result of my participation in the aforementioned Activity.
I FURTHER AGREE to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Releasees against any and all claims, suits or actions of any kind whatsoever for liability, damages, compensation or otherwise brought by me or anyone on my behalf, including attorney fees and any related costs.
I FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE that Releasees are not responsible for errors, omissions, acts or failures to act of any party or entity conducting a specific event or activity on behalf of Releasees. In the event that I should require medical care or treatment, I authorize The Ritz Gym to provide all emergency medical care deemed necessary, including but not limited to, first aid, CPR, the use of AEDs, emergency medical transport, and sharing of medical information with medical personnel.
I further agree to assume all costs involved and agree to be financially responsible for any costs incurred as a result of such treatment. I am aware and understand that I should carry my own health insurance. In the event that any damage to equipment, field or facilities occurs as a result of my or my family’s or my agent’s willful actions, neglect or recklessness, I acknowledge and agree to be held liable for any and all costs associated with any such actions of neglect or recklessness. Both participant and The Ritz Gym agree that this agreement is clear and unambiguous as to its terms, and that no other evidence shall be used or admitted altering or explain the terms of this agreement, but that it will be interpreted based on the language in accordance with the purposes for which it is entered into.
I HEREBY release and forever discharge The Ritz Gym, their affiliates, managers, members, agents, attorneys, staff, volunteers, heirs, representatives, predecessors, successors and assigns (collectively “Releasees”), from any personal property loss that I may suffer as a direct result of my participation at the facility and recognize that it is my responsibility to oversee and monitor my personal property and not the responsibility of The Ritz Gym.
After having read this waiver and knowing these facts, and in consideration of acceptance of my participation and the The Ritz Gym furnishing services to me, I agree, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, to HOLD HARMLESS, WAIVE AND RELEASE The Ritz Gym its officers, agents, employees, organizers, representatives, and successors from any responsibility, liabilities, demands, or claims of any kind arising out of my participation in the The Ritz Gym training, programs and/or events. By my signature I/We indicate that I/We have read and understand this Waiver of Liability. I am aware that this is a waiver and a release of liability and I voluntarily agree to its terms.
I HEREBY acknowledge and understand the rules and regulations laid out below by The Ritz Gym and agree to adhere to the rules and regulations listed. I also acknowledge and agree that if I fail to follow any of these rules I am subject o have my membership revoked without refund from The Ritz Gym.
Rules and Regulations for The Ritz Gym.
1. Be respectful and responsible. If you follow this rule, you will obey the rest of them!
2. Do not open or prop the door open to allow anyone into the gym entrance that are non-members. All members have fingerprint access. Only members may enter the gym.
3. Before you leave the gym, please turn off the heaters. We are trying to keep membership costs low so please be respectful and keep our heating bills low.
4. Do not turn the heaters up past 70 degrees. Again, we are trying to minimize costs to keep your memberships affordable.
5. Throw your trash away. Keep the place tidy and leave it how you found it.
6. Move your benches back and weights back on the racks after using them.
7. Turn the radio off when you leave and keep the volume to a reasonable level.
8. Use the equipment as it is intended to be used.
9. Do not steal or take any equipment from the gym or any other member’s property while in the gym.
10. Do not slam weights or drop weights. You are on the second floor of a building and dropping weights breaks the floor below. Please be considerate of our facility. If you feel the need to drop weights, use lighter weights that you can handle for a full rep. Heavy deadlifts are discouraged. Always keep your lifts under control.
11. Please keep the bathroom facilities clean. Flush the toilet after use.
12. No smoking, alcohol, or tobacco use or using illegal substances on the property.
13. No horseplay while in the gym. You are there to lift and workout. Please use the space for only its intended purpose.
14. Please wear proper attire and shoes while working out.
15. Be courteous to other members and be timely using the equipment so everyone can get a quality workout.
