Assisted Stretching, Personal Training, and Mobile Services Liability Release Waiver

The Fortis Academy, LLC
Assisted Stretching, Personal Training, Sports Performance, and Mobile Services Liability Release and Waiver Agreement

By signing this Agreement, I acknowledge, understand, and agree that I or my minor child am voluntarily participating in assisted stretching, flexibility training, mobility work, personal training, strength and conditioning, sports performance training, corrective exercise, recovery-based services, warm-up activities, cool-down activities, evaluation, coaching, instruction, or related physical activity provided by The Fortis Academy, LLC, its owners, employees, coaches, trainers, contractors, agents, representatives, affiliates, partners, host facilities, facility owners, event organizers, and any other individuals or entities acting on its behalf, collectively referred to as the “Released Parties.”

For purposes of this Agreement, these services may take place at any location, including but not limited to The Fortis Academy facilities, rented facilities, schools, gyms, athletic facilities, ice arenas, fields, courts, parks, private homes, businesses, tournaments, camps, clinics, off-site locations, temporary training sites, mobile training locations, or any other location where services are provided.

1. Voluntary Participation and Assumption of Risk

I understand that assisted stretching, personal training, strength training, mobility work, sports performance training, and related physical activity involve inherent risks. These risks may include, but are not limited to:

• Muscle soreness, strains, pulls, tears, cramps, sprains, or spasms
• Joint pain, ligament or tendon injury, instability, or aggravation of prior injuries
• Back, neck, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle, or other musculoskeletal injury
• Bruising, dizziness, nausea, fainting, fatigue, shortness of breath, or elevated heart rate
• Slips, trips, falls, contact with equipment, contact with other participants, or unsafe surface conditions
• Injury caused by my own physical condition, prior injuries, medical conditions, lack of disclosure, overexertion, or failure to follow instructions
• Serious bodily injury, permanent disability, paralysis, or death

I understand that assisted stretching may involve physical contact by a trainer, coach, or staff member for the purpose of positioning, stretching, stabilizing, guiding movement, applying pressure, or assisting range of motion. I understand that I may stop any stretch, exercise, drill, or activity at any time and should immediately communicate discomfort, pain, dizziness, numbness, tingling, or any other concern.

I knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks, known and unknown, associated with participation in these services, whether occurring before, during, or after the session and whether occurring at a Fortis location or any off-site/mobile location.

2. Medical Acknowledgment

I understand that The Fortis Academy, LLC and its coaches, trainers, employees, contractors, and representatives are not physicians, physical therapists, chiropractors, or medical providers, unless expressly stated in writing. The services provided are not medical diagnosis, medical treatment, physical therapy, rehabilitation, chiropractic care, or a substitute for medical advice.

I represent that I, or my minor child, am physically able to participate in these services. I acknowledge that I have had the opportunity to consult with a physician or qualified medical professional before participating. I agree that I am responsible for disclosing any relevant medical conditions, injuries, pain, limitations, surgeries, medications, cardiovascular concerns, neurological symptoms, pregnancy, illness, or other health issues that may affect safe participation.

I agree to stop participation and notify Fortis staff immediately if I experience pain, discomfort, dizziness, numbness, tingling, shortness of breath, chest pain, abnormal symptoms, or any other concern.

3. Release of Liability

In consideration of being allowed to participate in assisted stretching, personal training, sports performance training, mobile training, or related services, I, on behalf of myself, my spouse, partner, heirs, assigns, personal representatives, guardians, next of kin, successors, and anyone claiming through me, hereby release, waive, discharge, and agree not to sue the Released Parties for any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising out of or related to my participation.

This release applies to any injury, illness, death, property damage, or other loss that may occur before, during, or after participation, whether occurring at a Fortis facility, mobile location, host facility, private property, public facility, athletic venue, or any other location where services are provided.

This release includes claims arising from the ordinary negligence of the Released Parties to the fullest extent permitted by law.

4. Indemnification and Hold Harmless

I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from and against any and all claims, demands, damages, lawsuits, liabilities, attorney fees, costs, or expenses arising out of or related to:

1. My participation or my minor child’s participation in Fortis services;
2. My failure to disclose a medical condition, injury, limitation, or other relevant information;
3. My failure to follow instructions, rules, safety guidance, or staff direction;
4. My conduct, negligence, or intentional acts;
5. My presence at any Fortis facility, mobile training location, host facility, event site, or off-site location.

5. Mobile and Off-Site Location Acknowledgment

I understand that Fortis services may be provided at various locations not owned or controlled by The Fortis Academy, LLC. These locations may include third-party gyms, schools, athletic facilities, rinks, homes, businesses, parks, fields, courts, or other sites.

I acknowledge that location-specific risks may exist, including but not limited to equipment conditions, flooring or surface conditions, weather, lighting, parking lots, stairs, entrances, exits, spectators, other athletes, pets, property hazards, or actions of third parties.

I accept responsibility for evaluating the safety of the location where services occur and agree that the Released Parties are not responsible for hazards, conditions, or actions outside their reasonable control.

6. Consent to Physical Contact for Assisted Stretching and Training

I understand that assisted stretching, movement coaching, sports performance training, and personal training may require appropriate physical contact by Fortis staff for instruction, cueing, positioning, spotting, stabilization, stretching, manual assistance, or safety.

I consent to such contact for the purpose of providing services. I understand that I may withdraw consent or ask for a modification at any time.

7. Emergency Medical Care

In the event of an emergency, I authorize Fortis staff, contractors, host facility personnel, or emergency responders to obtain or provide emergency medical assistance as reasonably necessary. I understand that I am responsible for any costs associated with medical care, emergency transportation, or treatment.

8. Personal Property

I understand that I am responsible for my own personal property. The Released Parties are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items at any Fortis facility, mobile location, host facility, or off-site training location.

9. Media Release

I grant The Fortis Academy, LLC permission to photograph, video record, or otherwise capture images or recordings of me or my minor child during training sessions, camps, clinics, events, or related activities. I authorize Fortis to use such images, videos, or recordings for promotional, educational, social media, website, advertising, or business purposes without compensation.

I understand that I may revoke future media permission by providing written notice to The Fortis Academy, LLC, but such revocation will not affect media already used or published before the revocation.

Optional Media Opt-Out:

10. Acknowledgment of Understanding

I have carefully read this Assisted Stretching, Personal Training, and Mobile Services Liability Release and Waiver Agreement. I understand its contents. I understand that I am giving up certain legal rights, including the right to sue. I sign this Agreement freely and voluntarily.

This Agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by applicable law. If any portion is held invalid, the remaining portions shall continue in full force and effect.

Participant Information

Participant Name:  

Date of Birth:  

By signing below, I certify that I am 18 years of age or older and agree to the terms of this Agreement.