In consideration for being permitted to participate in and/or observe any activities, training or competition (hereinafter known as simply “training”) involving 717 Armory, LLC, 717 Armory Tactical, LLC, PRC 717 Management Company, PRC 717 LP, 717 PRC Property Maintenance, Patrick Connaghan, his agents, co-instructors, and employees (collectively known hereafter as “717 Armory”), I agree to the following terms in this Release and Waiver of Liability (hereinafter known as “Release”) which I have read and understand. I hereby release 717 Armory from any and all liability, loss, damage, costs, claims and/or causes of actions, including but not limited to all bodily and personal injuries including death as well as any and all property damage arising out of my participation in or observation of any and all 717 Armory training including injuries and accidents which occur on the training grounds or off the training grounds including third-party facilities or third-party events. This release is to include any and all vehicle accidents while being transported to or from any training. I certify that I am over 18. I certify that I am a citizen of the United States. I certify that I am aware of ITAR and have no plans to violate ITAR or any other law as a result of this training. I certify that I am not a person prohibited from possessing a firearm under Pennsylvania Law, Federal Law or any other state law. I further certify that I can read, write and understand the English language. I certify that I have not engaged in any activities involving 717 Armory prior to signing this Release. I certify that I understand that I do not have sign this agreement. I also agree that at any time I may choose to stop observing or participating at any training. I specifically understand that the training may include the operation and use by the undersigned and/or others of firearms and ammunition or other weapons. This Release is freely given by me after great thought and after I was specifically told that I should take this release to an attorney for their evaluation prior to signing it. I certify that I have either consulted with an attorney before signing this or have decided freely of my own accord not to do so. I agree that this Release is binding not only to me but also my heirs, successors, executors, administrators and assigns. I understand that there are risks, hazards and dangers in firearms and archery training. These risks, hazards and dangers include without limitation: 1) The risk of handling firearms and being near others that have firearms in their possession including negligent discharges by myself or others, 2) The risk of injury or death from ammunition and/or being shot by firearms including my own, 3) The risk of exposure to hazardous materials, including, but not limited to: lead and mercury and other hazardous materials that may be present and inherent with the firing of ammunition or in this training, 4) Walking and running while training may cause injury or death, 5) Inclement weather conditions may be dangerous or cause death, 6) The risk of injury from moving, pivoting or otherwise engaging in dynamic movement on all terrains, 7) The risk of injury while being transported to and from activities, 8) The risk of bruising, broken bones, TBI, loss of consciousness, concussions, CTE, cuts and/or death, 9) The risk of injury while using equipment, 10) The risk of injury from the use of props, training equipment, and any other thing that may be used even inappropriately at training. I understand the risks, hazards and danger of shooting, archery, and firearms training and have had the opportunity to discuss any concerns with 717 Armory. I agree that I have signed this only after I have discussed all of this and all of my concerns have been satisfied. I understand that these activities require good physical conditioning and a degree of skill and knowledge. I certify that I have the physical conditioning and skill and knowledge necessary for me to engage in these activities safely. I have no pre-existing medical conditions. I understand that if I am injured that 717 Armory has no obligation to engage in lifesaving activities or first aid. However, if lifesaving or medical care in attempted by 717 Armory, I agree to waive any and all claims or causes of actions that may arise from such efforts. I acknowledge that I understand that I have responsibilities, too. I will listen to all instruction and only engage in training once I fully understand everything. Prior to actual handling or use of any firearm, bow, or any other equipment, I agree that I have received sufficient instruction to be safe and to conduct myself in a professional manner. I hereby release 717 Armory from any and all claims or possible claims that may result from lack of suitable supervision, lack of suitable instruction and/or lack of suitable environmental considerations. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless any third party claims against 717 Armory that may arise from the use of this training or knowledge. I agree to release any liability for bodily and personal injury (including death) or property damage to myself or to any person or property resulting from the design, selection, installation, maintenance, adjustment, supervision or use of the training facilities or affiliated training facilities and/or the equipment used or provided by others in such activities, including but not limited to any claim based upon negligence, breach of warranty, contract or other legal theory. I freely and voluntarily assume and accept all of the above risks and reasonably foreseeable derivative risks. I agree that this agreement is governed by the applicable law of Pennsylvania notwithstanding if any training or parts of training occurred outside of Pennsylvania. I agree that the only place where any lawsuit, claim or cause of action may be held is in the Court of Common Pleas of Dauphin County, Pennsylvania and nowhere else. I agree that what is written here is the full and complete understanding of the parties. I specifically agree that I have not been told anything that would nullify or in any way change the terms of this agreement. In other words, it is as it is written. I agree that if any part of this agreement is determined to be unenforceable, all other parts shall be given full force and effect. With full knowledge, I sign this on this day of July 1, 2024. Dated: July 1, 2024 |