ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RELEASE OF
LIABILITY AGREEMENT LONESTAR THUNDER VOLLEYBALL CLUB SUMMER ACTIVITIES I HAVE
READ THIS AGREEMENT AND UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A
COMPLETE RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A BINDING CONTRACT, AND I SIGN IT OF MY OWN
FREE WILL. I CERTIFY THAT I AM AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE ON THE DATE HEREOF, AND
IF I AM SIGNING ON BEHALF OF A MINOR PARTICIPANT, THAT I AM THE PARTICIPANT’S
PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN.
I and/or my
child (collectively “I,” “me,” or “my”) understand and acknowledge that I have
voluntarily chosen to participate in activities at Lonestar Thunder Volleyball Club
and/or to use the Lonestar Thunder Volleyball Courts, facilities, including but
not limited to indoor, outdoor, and sand volleyball; weight, strength, and
fitness training and instruction; participation in leagues, competitions,
tournaments, camps, or special events; instruction in any activities; and/or any
other activity undertaken on Lonestar Thunder Volleyball’s premises
(hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Lonestar Thunder Volleyball
Activities”) and use of buildings, locker rooms, indoor and outdoor volleyball
courts, including sand courts, fitness equipment, weights, and other facilities
owned or used by Lonestar Thunder Volleyball (hereinafter collectively referred
to as “use of the facilities”). In consideration for my being allowed to
participate in the Lonestar Thunder Volleyball Activities and the use of the
facilities, I hereby agree to release and discharge from all liability Lonestar
Thunder Volleyball Club, Laurie Bruscato Beach Court, City of Dallas, and each
of their agents, owners, members, affiliates, investors, officers, directors,
volunteers, employees, coaches, instructors, tournament sponsors, contractors,
all other persons or entities acting in any capacity on their behalf, all
landlords and property owners (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Lonestar
Thunder Volleyball”), on behalf of myself, my children, my parents, my heirs,
assigns, personal representatives, guardians and estate as set forth herein.
1. Acknowledgment of Risk: I recognize that there are
inherent and other risks, which may or may not all be listed in this document,
associated with the Lonestar Thunder Volleyball Activities. These dangers
include but are not limited to falling; striking padded or unpadded surfaces;
being injured by balls, posts, other objects, or the actions or inactions of
participants, instructors, or spectators; equipment failures; risks associated
with playing volleyball on hard surfaces and sand; risks associated with
encounters with animals and insects; potential exposure to communicable disease
such as viruses and bacteria in connection with use of the facilities; and
illness or injury resulting from engaging in physical activity. I recognize
that if I encounter these risks, serious injury or death may result, and I
understand that no amount of care, caution, instruction, or expertise can
eliminate these risks. I understand that I alone am responsible to decide
whether to engage in the Lonestar Thunder Volleyball Activities. I confirm that
I am physically and mentally capable of participating in the Lonestar Thunder
Volleyball Activities, and I understand that if my mental or physical condition
changes after the execution of this agreement such that I am not capable of
participating in the Lonestar Thunder Volleyball Activities, I am obligated to
cease participating in the Lonestar Thunder Volleyball Activities. I understand
that it is my responsibility to comply with all posted procedures, including
safety procedures and hygiene procedures intended to lessen the likelihood of
the spread of disease between participants and/or staff.
2. Assumption of Risk: Despite the risks involved and as
consideration for being allowed to participate in the Lonestar Thunder
Volleyball Activities, I AGREE TO EXPRESSLY ASSUME ANY AND ALL RISK OF INJURY
OR DEATH that might be associated with my participation in the Lonestar Thunder
Volleyball Activities and use of the facilities.
3. Agreement Never to Sue: I AGREE NEVER TO SUE AND TO
RELEASE FROM LIABILITY Lonestar Thunder Volleyball for any damage, injury, or
death to me arising from participation in the Lonestar Thunder Volleyball
Activities or use of the facilities, regardless of cause, including the ALLEGED
NEGLIGENCE of Lonestar Thunder Volleyball, including claims of negligent
instruction, with the exception of claims that cannot be released under
applicable law. I understand that this RELEASE OF LIABILITY will prevent me, my
child, and my heirs from filing suit or making any claim for damages in the
event of injury or death arising from my participation in the Lonestar Thunder
Volleyball Activities or use of the facilities. I UNDERSTAND THIS IS A RELEASE
OF LIABILITY that will apply whenever I participate in the Lonestar Thunder
Volleyball Activities or use of the facilities, and that each time I use the
facilities and/or engage in the Lonestar Thunder Volleyball Activities, that
will constitute a renewal and reaffirmation of my and acceptance of this
agreement.
4. Indemnity: If I, my child, my heir, my estate, or my legal
representative files a claim or a lawsuit arising out of my participation in
the Lonestar Thunder Volleyball Activities or use of the facilities, I AGREE TO
DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS Lonestar Thunder Volleyball for any and all
damages, attorney’s fees, and costs arising out of such a claim or a lawsuit.
If I execute this agreement on behalf of another person, I certify that I am
authorized to execute this agreement on their behalf and agree to DEFEND,
INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS Lonestar Thunder Volleyball in the event that a
person brings a claim and contends that I was not authorized to execute this
agreement.
5. Governing Law, Jurisdiction and Severability. I agree that
this Waiver and Release of Liability shall be governed by Texas law and
construed as broadly as permissible under the law. In the event that I file a
lawsuit against Lonestar Thunder Volleyball, I agree to do so solely in the
State of Texas, Dallas County Superior Court. I agree that if any portion of
this Waiver and Release of Liability is held to be invalid, the rest shall
nonetheless remain in full force and effect. This document constitutes the
entire agreement between the parties, and it cannot be changed or modified
except in writing.
6. Photo and Video Release: I acknowledge that Lonestar
Thunder Volleyball and other participants may photograph or videotape the Lonestar
Thunder Volleyball Activities and Lonestar Thunder Volleyball facilities. I
agree that Lonestar Thunder Volleyball may use these recordings in any way
without compensation to me including, but not limited to, for marketing
purposes and as evidence in any litigation.