1. Parties
This Fitness Waiver and Release of Liability (the "Waiver") is signed on [DATE] by [CLIENT NAME], of [CLIENT ADDRESS] (the "Client"), in favor of [FACILITY OR TRAINER NAME], of [ADDRESS], and its owners, instructors, employees, and contractors (the "Provider").
2. Services Covered
This Waiver covers the Client's use of the Provider's facilities, equipment, classes, personal training, and programs, whether in person or online, including [SPECIFIC SERVICES, e.g. group classes, personal training, open gym] (the "Services").
3. Health Disclosure
The Client confirms that they have disclosed to the Provider any medical condition, injury, pregnancy, medication, or other factor that could affect their ability to exercise safely, including: [RELEVANT CONDITIONS OR "NONE"]. The Client agrees to update the Provider promptly if their health changes.
4. Medical Clearance
The Provider recommends that the Client consult a physician before beginning any exercise program. The Client confirms that they [HAVE OBTAINED / HAVE CHOSEN NOT TO OBTAIN] medical clearance and accepts responsibility for that decision.
5. Risks of Exercise
The Client understands that physical exercise carries inherent risks, including muscle strains, sprains, fractures, cardiovascular events, injuries from equipment, and in rare cases death. The Client voluntarily assumes these risks to the fullest extent permitted by law.
6. Release of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Client releases the Provider from all claims for injury, illness, death, or property loss arising out of the Client's use of the Services, except claims caused by the Provider's gross negligence or willful misconduct, or liability that cannot lawfully be waived.
7. Client Responsibilities
The Client agrees to follow instructions, use equipment only as intended, work within their own limits, stop exercising and notify staff if they feel pain, dizziness, or discomfort, and comply with the Provider's rules and policies.
8. Personal Property
The Provider is not responsible for loss of or damage to the Client's personal property, including items left in lockers or common areas, except where required by law.
9. Emergency Treatment
The Client authorizes the Provider to call emergency services and arrange first aid if needed, at the Client's expense. Emergency contact: [EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME AND PHONE].
10. Governing Law and Duration
This Waiver applies to all current and future use of the Services until revoked in writing. It is governed by the laws of [GOVERNING LAW JURISDICTION]. If any provision is held unenforceable, the rest remains in effect.
11. Signatures
The Client confirms they have read and understood this Waiver and sign it voluntarily. This Waiver may be signed electronically, and electronic signatures have the same effect as handwritten signatures. CLIENT: [CLIENT NAME] Signature: ____________________ Date: [DATE] PARENT OR GUARDIAN (if Client is a minor): [GUARDIAN NAME] Signature: ____________________ Date: [DATE] PROVIDER: [FACILITY OR TRAINER NAME] Signature: ____________________ Date: [DATE]