WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Welcome! Before participating in North Reading School of Ballet’s services, we need you to thoroughly read, understand, and agree to this Waiver and Release of Liability (the “Waiverâ€). The purpose of this Waiver is to clearly communicate some risks of participating with us, and to have you release North Reading School of Ballet of any liability if you get injured or sick, if you have complications or side effects, if any of your things are lost, stolen or broken, or if anything else goes wrong. Please be aware that if you do not sign this Waiver and agree to its terms, you will not be permitted to participate in any classes.
If you are a minor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or in your place of residence, your legal guardian must also sign this Waiver on your behalf.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY TO MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND THIS WAIVER. PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS IF ANYTHING IS UNCLEAR. WE ARE HERE TO SUPPORT YOU. BY SIGNING THIS YOU AGREE YOU ARE SIGNING AWAY YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS TO SUE, AND YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ALL THE TERMS OF THIS WAIVER.
Parties. We are North Reading School of Ballet, LLC, a Limited Liability Company based in the State of Massachusetts. In this Waiver, we will refer to ourselves as “North Reading School of Ballet,†“us,†“we,†and “our.†We’ll refer to you, the undersigned (electronically or by hand), or the person who has clicked “I Agree†(or something similar) to this Waiver, as “you†or “your.â€
The Activities. As part of your services with North Reading School of Ballet, you may participate, in person or online, in inclusive and inspirational dance and exercise classes, sessions, events, workshops and more, all of which may involve but are not limited to the following (“Activitiesâ€):
Dance and creative movement, flexibility training, body weight exercises, locomotor movements, stretching and resistance exercises, strength exercises, mobility, range of motion exercises, breathing exercises.
The Activities may involve physical contact in the form of adjustments from instructors, so please let us know in advance if you do not want adjustments.
The Activities also apply to any classes made available for online streaming and participation, both live or recorded, or that take place outside of North Reading School of Ballet’s facilities, including outdoors. You agree that you are responsible for the safe facilitation of the Activities happening outside of our facilities.
Equipment. In the course of the Activities, you may use a variety of equipment, which could include but is not limited to: a ballet barre, stage props, resistance bands, foam rollers, massage balls, ankle weights, and suspension bands (the “Equipmentâ€). Please do not use any equipment not instructed by North Reading School of Ballet.
Inherent Risks. You understand that participation in the Activities may pose inherent risks, some more serious than others. These risks can result in serious harm and injuries that could change your quality of life and, in very rare and extreme circumstances, could even result in death.
Risks of physical injury may include but are not limited to things like muscle tears, strains, and other musculoskeletal injuries, sprains, fractures, broken bones, cardiovascular complications, high blood pressure, dehydration, dizziness, and fainting.
There is also a risk of exposure to and contraction of COVID-19 or other communicable diseases passed on via other participants and the use of shared space, surfaces, or Equipment.
As with any physical activity, there are additional risks for pregnant or post-natal women to the health of your fetus and your body, including but not limited to pregnancy loss, low birth weight, early delivery and postpartum complications.
There are risks posed by participating in the Activities online, as there is no in-person supervision or space provided for you. You will therefore need to ensure the safety of the Activities, using your judgment on how to best practice them, not pushing yourself too far or attempting anything you feel unsure how to perform.
If the Activities are being performed outdoors, such as tripping or collision with human or natural elements, sun exposure, dehydration, insects, exposure to infections, diseases, pollutants and other environmental factors. You understand and agree it is your responsibility to ensure a safe space and environment to perform the Activities.
We would like to emphasize that your release of our liability is not limited in any way to these risks. The risks limited above are only examples. To be completely clear, you are agreeing not to sue us at all.
Affirmation of Health. By participating in any Activities with North Reading School of Ballet, you affirm that you have sought medical advice regarding your fitness or are certain of your ability to engage in the Activities. If you have any pre-existing medical conditions (e.g. asthma, diabetes, heart disease), physical injuries, weakness, are pregnant, post-natal or post-surgery, you should consult with your doctor first before engaging in the Activities. Please communicate and inform us IMMEDIATELY if at any point you do not feel well during the Activities.
COVID-19 & Infectious Disease. If at any point within 14 days prior to participating in any of the Activities, you have suffered from symptoms of a communicable disease (including but not limited to fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, or sore throat), been in close contact with someone with a known or suspected case or in a hot spot area, or else are uncertain of your health or risk of transmission, you agree not to join or participate in the Activities and you should consult with your doctor. You agree to comply with all measures and policies implemented by North Reading School of Ballet and applicable public health guidelines as updated, including but not limited to wearing masks, personal hygiene and social distancing, and allowing your temperature to be checked before arriving to class.
Consent to Cooperate with Contact Tracing. You understand and agree that North Reading School of Ballet may disclose your personal information to the relevant authorities as required by law and policies related to the containment of COVID-19 through contact tracing or for other lawful purposes.
Voluntary Assumption of Risk. You certify that you have read this Waiver and understand the risks of participating in the Activities with North Reading School of Ballet. By signing this Waiver or clicking 'I Agree’ (or something similar), and by participating in the Activities with North Reading School of Ballet, you are showing your voluntary engagement and assumption of the risks of the Activities.
Release, Waiver and Indemnity. You hereby release, hold harmless, indemnify and waive any claims against North Reading School of Ballet, LLC and its members, owners, directors, officers, contractors, employees, volunteers, associates, landlords, agents, executors, administrators, successors, family members and assigns (the “Released Partiesâ€) with respect to any and all liability and damages incurred during, or in any way associated with, your participation in the Activities with North Reading School of Ballet, however caused, including as a result of the Released Parties’ negligence, including but not limited to damage to or loss of personal property, personal injuries, death, illness (including the contraction of COVID-19 or other communicable diseases), or any cause of action related to premises liability. You are releasing the Released Parties at your own risk and you agree to forfeit any and all forms of legal recourse which may be available to you, including but not limited to any form of damages, as a result of your participation in the Activities. You agree that this provision applies to you, your family, heirs, executors or anyone else who may be able to bring a legal action on your behalf in the future.
Continued Agreement. Agreement to this Waiver will act as your continued agreement to all ensuing Activities and any further interactions with North Reading School of Ballet, whether in person, online, or via video conferencing tool.
General Legal Provisions. Choice of Laws and Venue. This Waiver will be governed exclusively by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The parties agree to irrevocably submit all claims to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Severability. If any provisions of this Waiver are invalid or unenforceable, the other provisions in the Waiver will remain in full force and effect. Entire Agreement. This Waiver constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and replaces any prior agreements. Online Agreement. The parties agree that this Waiver may be signed electronically or agreed to by having you click “I Agree†(or something similar), the effect of which will be the same as signing by hand.
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