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Fitness Waiver template

A fitness waiver is signed by gym members and training clients to confirm their health status, acknowledge the risks of exercise, and release the facility or trainer from certain claims.

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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]

When to use this template

  • When onboarding new gym, studio, or boutique fitness members
  • Before a personal trainer starts working with a new client
  • For yoga, pilates, martial arts, dance, or boot camp classes
  • For online or outdoor fitness programs and challenges

How to fill it in and get it signed

  1. Enter your gym, studio, or trainer details and the services the waiver covers.
  2. Leave the health-disclosure field for the client to complete, or attach your intake questionnaire.
  3. Review the risk and release clauses and add the governing-law jurisdiction.
  4. Save the waiver as a template in eSignSimple so you can reuse it for every new member.
  5. Send it to each client for e-signature before their first session. Clients don't need an account.

This template is general information, not legal advice. Laws differ by country and state; have a lawyer review contracts with high stakes.

Frequently asked questions

Do personal trainers need a waiver?

Many trainers use one alongside liability insurance, and some insurers require it. A waiver also documents the client's health disclosures before training begins.

Should a gym waiver include a health questionnaire?

It is common to pair the waiver with a health screening form such as a PAR-Q. This template includes a basic health disclosure clause you can expand.

Can gym members sign waivers on a tablet or phone?

Yes. With eSignSimple you send a link and members sign on any device, with an audit trail recording the timestamp, IP address, and document hash.

Does a fitness waiver protect against all lawsuits?

No. Waivers generally cannot cover gross negligence or intentional harm, and enforceability varies by jurisdiction. Consider legal review for your location.