Refund Policy:Registrations are refundable (minus a $10 processing fee) if a cancellation request is received by email at
[email protected] before August 16, 2022. Cancellations after this date are non-refundable unless it is due to a personal or family emergency or medical situation.
Agreement & Release of Liability:THIS AGREEMENT is made between the person named on this registration and Aikido of Santa Cruz (a.k.a. North Bay Aikido, Inc.), a non-profit, public-benefit corporation, its Board of Directors, instructors, students, agents, authorized guests and affiliated organizations (collectively referred to hereafter as “Aikido of Santa Cruz”).
In consideration of my enrollment in a martial arts program provided by Aikido of Santa Cruz, I make the following statements and promises:
1) I am aware that martial arts training involves strenuous physical activity and personal body contact, and that I will be participating in simulated attack situations which can be physically harmful and/or emotionally stressful. Aikido classes may involve: observing, sitting, stretching, twisting, rolling, falling, striking, grabbing, throwing, pinning, weapons training, and many other potentially dangerous activities (“Aikido Activities”).
2) I am voluntarily taking martial arts instruction with the understanding that there is potential danger and the possibility of injury (minor or severe, including those that may result in disability or death). I agree to accept any and all risks of injury, known and unknown, as my sole responsibility.
3) If I have, or at any time develop, a disability or illness, I promise to consult with my physician before taking martial arts instruction and I agree that I am financially responsible for any costs associated therewith.
4) I release from liability and waive my right to sue Aikido of Santa Cruz from any and all claims, including claims related to Aikido of Santa Cruz’ negligence (active or passive), resulting in any physical injury, illness (including death) or economic loss I may suffer or which may result from my participation in the Aikido Activities.
5) I agree that I, my heirs, legal representatives and assigns will abide by the following: I promise to defend, indemnify and hold Aikido of Santa Cruz harmless from any and all liability (including attorney's fees and costs) for all claims, actions, or damages:
a) for any injury or damage and/or wrongful death resulting from my participation in the Aikido Activities, including, but not limited to COVID-19 or other infectious diseases;
b) by third parties alleging injury from my use of the techniques learned in the program, or any variation thereof, whether occurring on the premises of Aikido of Santa Cruz or elsewhere. I have not requested nor received any warranties as to the effectiveness of the training.
6) Additional Special Conditions Related to COVID-19 and Infectious Diseases. I understand that during the Covid-19 pandemic and at other times, Aikido of Santa Cruz may provide Aikido Activities indoors and outdoors, observing recommendations by the CDC, and other public health authorities, as well as its own guidance. If I voluntarily elect to participate in any such Aikido Activities, I acknowledge that:
a) I understand the contagious nature of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 and the risk of becoming exposed to and/or infected by the Coronavirus/COVID-19 or other infectious diseases, and I voluntarily accept such risk;
b) It is my responsibility to abide by the recommendations of the CDC and other public health authorities, as well as any guidance that Aikido of Santa Cruz may provide, to protect myself and my community;
c) Aikido of Santa Cruz cannot guarantee that I will not become infected with the Coronavirus/COVID-19 or any other infectious disease, even if I follow the recommendations of any public health authorities or guidance provided by Aikido of
Santa Cruz;
d) On each and every occasion that I choose to participate in Aikido Activities, I attest:
i) I am not experiencing any symptoms of Coronavirus/COVID-19 or other infectious disease, such as cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, new loss of taste or smell, nausea or vomiting, or diarrhea.
ii) If I have traveled internationally or within the United States during the last 14 days, I am following the current guidance of the CDC regarding the need for Coronavirus/COVID-19 tests before or after travel, or self-quarantine after travel, for vaccinated or unvaccinated people (whichever category applies to me).
iii) If I believe I have been exposed to someone with a suspected and/or confirmed case of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 or other infectious diseases, I am following the current guidance of the CDC regarding self-quarantine and avoidance of group activities, for vaccinated or unvaccinated people (whichever category applies to me).
iv) I have not been diagnosed with Coronavirus/COVID-19 or other infectious diseases by state or local public health authorities, within the last 10 days.
e) I understand that Aikido of Santa Cruz may offer specific Aikido Activities that require proof of vaccination in order to participate, and that I will only attend such Aikido Activities if I can provide such proof.
7) Additional Special Conditions Related to Online Classes: I understand that Aikido of Santa Cruz may provide online Aikido Activities using the Zoom platform (or any alternative platform) and if I opt to participate in such online Aikido Activities, I understand that I will not be supervised during online Aikido Activities; and that the online sessions may be recorded and may be posted online (in various platforms) and I hereby explicitly consent to the use of any recordings by Aikido of Santa Cruz.
8) I agree to abide by the rules of Aikido of Santa Cruz and to follow explicitly all instructions given by instructors during the course of my instruction.
9) I understand and agree that Aikido of Santa Cruz occasionally films and takes photographs during classes and events sponsored by Aikido of Santa Cruz, and that by attending an event I am giving express permission to be filmed/photographed and to have these materials be used in all manner of media throughout the world by Aikido of Santa Cruz, including but not limited to social media.
10) I understand that in order to maintain other participants’ privacy and for the safety of all attendees, Aikido of Santa Cruz kindly asks that I do not record or take pictures while attending or observing classes or activities, without explicit permission of Aikido of Santa Cruz.
I have carefully read this Agreement and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract between Aikido of Santa Cruz and myself, and I agree to it of my own free will.
If under 18 years of age, parent or guardian must agree on behalf of the minor:
I, as parent or guardian of the above minor, hereby certify that I have read the above Agreement, and I consent to the minor’s participation in the Aikido of Santa Cruz programs and agree to abide by its provisions for myself and the minor.
