WARNING! By signing this document you will assume certain risks and responsibilities. Please read carefully - This is a binding legal agreement; therefore clarify any questions or concerns before signing. As a Participant in the sport of skateboarding and the spectating, training, competition, orientation, coaching, instructions, activities, programs, services of Riders on Board (Snowboarding) Ltd (collectively the “Activities”), the undersigned, being the Participant and the Participant’s Parent/Guardian (collectively the “Parties”), acknowledge and agree to the following terms:
Disclaimer - Riders on Board and its directors, officers, committee members, members, employees, coaches, contractors, volunteers, officials, participants, agents, sponsors, owners/operators of any facility or course used by Riders on Board (Snowboarding) Ltd, and representatives (collectively the “Organization”) are not responsible for any injury, property damage, death, expense, loss of income, damage or loss of any kind suffered by the Participant during, or as a result of, the Activities and the risks relating to the Activities.
We have read and agree to be bound by paragraphs 1 and 2 I Agree
Description of Risks - The Parties understand and acknowledge that the Activities have foreseeable and unforeseeable inherent risks, hazards and dangers that no amount of care, caution or expertise can eliminate, including without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, permanent disability, paralysis and loss of life. The sport of skateboarding is difficult and dangerous.
- The Parties understand and acknowledge that a pertinent risk to participating in the sport of skateboarding is the risk of suffering serious head injury should the Participant fall, trip or stumble onto the ground or hit an obstruction. The Parties acknowledge that at all times while skateboarding the Participant is required and has been advised to wear a protective skateboarding helmet that is certified for skateboarding.
- The Participant is participating voluntarily in the Activities. In consideration of that participation, the Parties hereby acknowledge that they are aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with or related to the Activities and may be exposed to such risks, dangers and hazards. The risks, dangers and hazards include, but are not limited to, injuries from:
a) Skateboarding;
b) Executing strenuous and demanding physical techniques;
c) Vigorous physical exertion, strenuous cardiovascular workouts and rapid movements and stops;
d) Exerting and stretching various muscle groups;
e) The failure to properly use any piece of equipment or from the mechanical failure of any piece of equipment;
f) Death, serious neck and spinal cord injuries which may render me permanently paralyzed, brain damaged;
g) Serious injury to virtually all bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons and other aspects of body, general health and well-being;
h) Abrasions, sprains, strains, fractures, or dislocations;
i) Concussion or other head injuries, including but not limited to, closed head injury or blunt head trauma;
j) Gravitational forces and performing aerial maneuvers;
k) Physical contact with other participants, spectators, equipment, hazards, ramps, rails and half-pipes;
l) Impact or collision with walls, rails, floor, any other features within the skating area and other persons, including other skateboarders, racers, spectators, participants, competitors or officials;
m) Slipping, stumbling or falling while performing tricks within the skating area, on mini-ramps, half pipes, quarter pipes, banks and flat ground;
n) Not wearing appropriate safety equipment, such as helmet, elbow and knee pads and wrist guards/braces;
o) Equipment breakage including broken boards, nuts, screws, wheels and trucks;
p) Skateboarding on uneven or irregular surfaces or debris on surfaces;
q) Failure to act safely or within one’s ability or within designated areas;
r) Negligence of other persons, including other skateboarders, racers, spectators, participants, competitors, or officials;
s) Weather conditions which may result in frostbite, hypothermia, reduced visibility, or additional hazards; and
t) Travel to and from competitive events and associated non-competitive events which are an integral part of the Organization’s Activities.
Terms - In consideration of the Organization allowing the Participant to participate in the Activities, the Parties agree:
a) That the Participant’s physical condition is appropriate to participate in the Activities;
b) To comply with the rules and regulations for participation in the Activities;
c) To comply with the rules of the course, facility, or competition;
d) That if the Participant observes an unusual significant hazard or risk, the Participant will remove himself or herself from participation and bring such to the attention of an Organization representative immediately;
e) That the Organization does not undertake to provide health, accident, disability, hospitalization, personal property or other insurance for the Participant in the Activities and the Parties affirm they have ascertained appropriate insurance to protect the Participant.
f) The risks associated with the Activities are increased when the Participant is impaired and the Parties agree not to participate if impaired in any way.
g) That certain movements or actions cannot always be anticipated or controlled and therefore cannot be avoided or prevented through safety measures. The Parties are aware of the physical exertion required to participate in the Activities, and the Parties are aware that this exertion may activate, re-activate or aggravate pre-existing injuries, conditions, symptoms or congenital defects.
h) That it is the Parties sole responsibility to assess whether any Activities are too difficult for the Participant. By commencing an Activity, the Parties acknowledge and accept the suitability and conditions of the Activity.
i) That the Parties are responsible for the choice of the Participant’s equipment and for the selection of the Participant’s line through the course and the Participant’s ability to handle this line, inclusive of inverted air maneuvers.
Release of Liability - In consideration of the Organization allowing the Participant to participate, the Parties agree:
a) That the Parties are not relying on any oral or written statements made by the Organization or their agents, whether in brochure, advertisement or in individual conversations to agree to be involved in the Activities; and
b) To freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and possibility of personal injury, death, property damage, expense and related loss, including loss of income, resulting from the Participant’s participation in the Activities and travel to and from the Activities.
I have read and agree to be bound by paragraphs 3-7 I Agree
General - The Parties expressly agree that this Agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law and that if any of its provisions are held to be invalid, the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.
Acknowledgement - The Parties acknowledge that they have read this agreement and understand it, that they have executed this agreement voluntarily, and that this Agreement is to be binding upon themselves, their heirs, their spouses, parents, guardians, next of kin, executors, administrators and legal or personal representatives.
We have read and agree to be bound by paragraph 9 I Agree
Date: November 20, 2024 |