ASSUMPTION OF RISK & LIABILITY WAIVER

1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK

I understand that participation in martial arts, taekwondo, kickboxing, boxing, sparring, conditioning, stretching, and related activities involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:

• Bruises, cuts, sprains, strains
• Broken bones
• Head, neck, or spinal injuries
• Muscle or joint injuries
• Serious injury or, in rare cases, death

I voluntarily choose to participate and fully accept and assume all risks, whether known or unknown, inherent or otherwise, associated with these activities.

2. RELEASE OF LIABILITY

In consideration for being allowed to participate, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless:

540 Taekwondo/ATC Martial Arts, its owners, instructors, coaches, employees, independent contractors, volunteers, and facility landlords from any and all claims, demands, damages, injuries, losses, or causes of action, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, arising out of or related to my participation in any martial arts or fitness activities.

3. MEDICAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I confirm that:

• I am physically and mentally capable of participating.
• I have no medical condition that would prevent safe participation, or I have disclosed it to the instructor.
• I understand I am responsible for my own medical expenses in the event of injury.

I authorize emergency medical treatment if necessary and accept full responsibility for all related costs.

4. RULES & INSTRUCTION

I agree to:

• Follow all safety rules and instructor directions
• Use equipment properly
• Stop participation if I feel pain, dizziness, or discomfort and notify the instructor immediately

I understand failure to follow instructions may increase my risk of injury.

5. PHOTO & VIDEO RELEASE

I grant permission for 540 Taekwondo to use photographs or videos taken during training for promotional or educational purposes without compensation.

6. LEGAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

I understand that:

• This waiver is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by law.
• If any portion is found invalid, the remaining sections shall remain in full force.
• This waiver shall be governed by the laws of the state of California.

7. PARENT / GUARDIAN CONSENT (MINORS)

I am the parent or legal guardian of the minor participant and consent to their participation. I agree to all terms of this waiver on their behalf and assume responsibility for any injury or damages.