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Safe Strides Swim Academy

Participant waiver, release of liability and assumption of risk. Please read carefully before signing.

1. Description of activity

I/we understand that swimming and aquatic instruction involve activities in and around water, including pools and aquatic facilities. These activities include, but are not limited to: swimming instruction, water safety training, floating, diving, underwater swimming, endurance drills, and other aquatic exercises conducted at Safe Strides Swim Academy.

2. Assumption of risk

I/we acknowledge and fully understand that participation in swimming and aquatic activities involves inherent risks, dangers and hazards, including but not limited to:

• Drowning or near-drowning incidents
• Slipping, falling or injury on pool decks or wet surfaces
• Injuries caused by contact with pool walls, lane ropes or other participants
• Overexertion, muscle cramps or fatigue
• Exposure to communicable illness, infections or waterborne pathogens
• Adverse reactions to pool chemicals including chlorine
• Injury due to diving or jumping
• Pre-existing medical conditions that may be aggravated by aquatic activity

I/we voluntarily assume all such risks, both known and unknown, and accept sole responsibility for any injury, illness, loss, damage or death that may result from participation.

3. Release of liability and waiver of claims

In consideration of being permitted to participate in programs offered by Safe Strides Swim Academy, I/we hereby release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue Safe Strides Swim Academy, its owners, operators, instructors, employees, volunteers, agents and affiliated facilities (collectively, "Released Parties") from any and all claims, demands, losses, liabilities, damages or causes of action, whether known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen, arising out of or related to participation in aquatic activities, including claims arising from the negligence of the Released Parties.

This release applies to personal injury, bodily harm, property damage, illness and death. I/we understand that this waiver is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by applicable law.

4. Indemnification and hold harmless

I/we agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any loss, liability, damage, cost or expense (including reasonable attorney's fees) that they may incur due to my/our participation in Safe Strides Swim Academy activities, whether caused by the negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise.

5. Medical authorization and health disclosure

I/we represent that the participant is physically fit and has no known medical conditions that would prevent safe participation in aquatic activities, except as noted in the form below. In the event of an emergency, I/we authorize Safe Strides Swim Academy staff to seek and consent to emergency medical treatment on behalf of the participant. I/we agree to be responsible for all associated costs.

6. Pool rules and code of conduct

I/we agree that the participant will adhere to all Safe Strides Swim Academy rules and policies, including:

• No running on pool decks
• No diving in shallow water
• Following all instructor directions at all times
• Not entering the water without instructor permission
• Wearing appropriate swimwear to every session
• Refraining from participation if ill or showing symptoms of illness

I/we understand that failure to follow pool rules may result in removal from the program without refund.

7. Supervision of minors

I/we understand that a parent or legal guardian must be physically present and attentive at poolside for the entire duration of every lesson involving a participant under the age of 18, and must remain within immediate visual and verbal range. A lesson may be ended without refund if this requirement is not met.

8. Pool premises and permission

I/we represent that we own the pool where lessons will take place, or have obtained express permission from the owner, HOA, property manager or facility operator for paid swimming instruction to be conducted on the premises. I/we accept responsibility for the condition of the premises and for any claim brought by the property owner or operator relating to the lessons.

9. Photo and media release

Consent is optional and is recorded in the form below. It may be withdrawn at any time by written notice.

10. Cancellation and refund policy

I/we understand and agree to Safe Strides Swim Academy's cancellation and refund policy. Cancellations made with more than 72 hours' notice receive a full refund or a free reschedule. Cancellations with fewer than 72 hours' notice, and missed sessions without prior notice, are forfeited. Lessons cancelled by the instructor for weather or unsafe conditions receive a makeup credit. If the pool is found unsuitable for lessons, payment is refunded in full.

11. Severability and governing law

I/we agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina.