BTO Climbing Pty Ltd. (trading as Beta One Bouldering Gym) Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement 1. DEFINITIONS“Activities” means all recreational services provided by the Company, including bouldering, climbing, training, use of equipment, observation of climbing and presence within the Facility. “Company” means BTO Climbing Pty Ltd, including its directors, officers, employees, contractors and agents. “Facility” means any Beta One Bouldering Gym premises. “Customer” includes any participant, spectator, visitor or person present at the Facility.
2. RISK WARNINGThe Customer acknowledges that the Activities are dangerous recreational activities and involve significant inherent risks, including but not limited to: - falling from height or uncontrolled descent
- failure to follow landing, falling or downclimbing techniques
- failure to downclimb safely
- landing incorrectly or outside designated areas
- collision with walls, climbing holds or other persons
- rotating, spinning or dislodged holds
- equipment misuse or failure
- actions or negligence of other participants
- lack of continuous supervision
- physical exertion, fatigue, overuse or improper technique
These risks may result in serious injury, permanent disability or death.
3. OBVIOUS RISK NOTICEThe Customer acknowledges that the Activities involve obvious risks within the meaning of applicable legislation, including but not limited to the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW), and voluntarily accepts those risks.
4. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKThe Customer: a) confirms they have read and understood this document;
b) acknowledges participation is voluntary;
c) fully understands and accepts all risks, whether obvious or not;
d) assumes full responsibility for their own safety and decisions;
e) accepts the risk of injury caused by their own actions or the actions of others.
5. NO RELIANCEThe Customer acknowledges that they do not rely on any representation, statement or advice given by the Company or its staff regarding safety or suitability of the Activities.
6. SUPERVISIONThe Customer acknowledges that supervision is not continuous and agrees that they are solely responsible for their own safety and the safety of any person under their care. The Customer agrees not to rely on the presence of staff for safety supervision. Staff presence does not remove or reduce the Customer’s responsibility for their own safety.
7. CONDUCT AND SAFETYThe Customer agrees to: - follow all safety rules, signage and instructions
- use equipment properly
- behave in a safe and responsible manner
- ensure any person under their supervision complies
Failure to comply may result in immediate removal without refund.
8. EJECTIONThe Company reserves the right to refuse entry or remove any Customer who poses a safety risk. No refund will be provided.
9. EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY (RECREATIONAL SERVICES)To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Company excludes liability for personal injury or death arising out of or in connection with the supply of recreational services, including where caused by negligence. To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Company also excludes liability for property damage, loss or theft arising out of or in connection with the Customer’s attendance at the Facility or participation in the Activities. This exclusion is made under and relies upon applicable legislation including: - the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth); and
- the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW).
To the extent that any statutory guarantee cannot be excluded, liability is limited to the minimum extent permitted by law.
10. INDEMNITYThe Customer indemnifies and holds harmless the Company against all claims, damages, losses and legal costs (on a full indemnity basis) arising from: - participation in the Activities
- breach of this agreement
- injury to themselves or any other person
- damage to property
caused by the Customer or any person under their supervision.
11. EQUIPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTThe Customer acknowledges that: - climbing holds may rotate, loosen or fail
- surfaces and landing areas may vary
- equipment may be used improperly by others
The Customer agrees to inspect equipment and climbing areas before use and assumes all associated risks.
12. MEDICAL AND FITNESSThe Customer warrants that they are physically and medically fit to participate. The Customer accepts full responsibility for any injury arising from any pre-existing condition. The Customer agrees to stop participating immediately if they feel unwell, dizzy, injured or unsafe.
13. MINORSWhere the Customer is under 18 years of age, a parent or legal guardian: - consents to participation
- accepts all risks on behalf of the minor
- indemnifies the Company against any claims arising from the minor’s participation
- The parent or legal guardian confirms they have authority to sign on behalf of the minor.
14. INFECTIOUS DISEASESThe Customer acknowledges the risk of exposure to infectious diseases, including but not limited to COVID-19, and releases the Company from any related claims.
15. MEDIA AND SURVEILLANCEThe Customer acknowledges CCTV is used for safety, security and operational purposes. The Customer acknowledges that CCTV footage is retained for a limited period (generally up to 14 days) and may be automatically overwritten in the ordinary course of business. In the event of an incident, the Customer agrees to notify the Company and request any relevant footage as soon as reasonably practicable. The Company does not guarantee the availability, retention or retrieval of any footage beyond its standard retention period. The Customer consents to promotional photography and video unless they notify the Company in writing that they do not consent.
16. CONTINUING EFFECTThis agreement applies to all present and future visits to the Facility.
17. GOVERNING LAWThis agreement is governed by the laws of New South Wales.
18. SEVERABILITYIf any provision is held to be invalid or unenforceable, it shall be severed and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
19. ENTIRE AGREEMENTThis document constitutes the entire agreement and overrides all prior representations or agreements except for safety rules and policies displayed or communicated by the Company from time to time.
20. PURPOSEThe Customer acknowledges that the purpose of this document is to warn of risks, record the Customer’s assumption of those risks, and to exclude or limit the liability of the Company to the maximum extent permitted by law in relation to personal injury, death, property damage or loss arising from participation in the Activities.
By signing this form, the Customer acknowledges, understands and agrees to all of the above statements, terms and/or conditions (even if they have not initialed each page). Today's Date: May 11, 2026 |