Waiver

 All participants who wish to participate in activities within and or organised by or through Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Arts Institute, must read, agree to, and complete this document prior to the commencement of any activity therein. 

Prior to training you are urged to seek out professional medical advice from either your General Practitioner (GP) or other qualified medical practitioner before taking part in any form of activity at Hoi Kuen Do Martial (Way of the Open Fist)  Arts Institute. Please indicate any medical considerations that we should be aware of that may affect you while participating at Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Arts Institute. 

Please disclose any current medications you may be taking (including herbal medication): 

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 Please note any Medical Considerations (or requirements) that you believe the Coaches of Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Arts Institute should be aware of: 

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(We understand this medical information is private, and as such will not be shared, presented or made public in any way other than to assist in the prevention of injury to the signatory (you or your child) below. If you would prefer not to disclose any medical information, or feel you would rather discuss the matter privately, then please approach a member of the Management team or HKD coaches who will direct you to the correct person to contact. 

WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY

DISCLAIMER: Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute (AND PARTICIPATING MEMBERS OF Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute) ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INJURY (OR LOSS OF PROPERTY) TO ANY PERSON SUFFERED WHILE WATCHING OR PARTICIPATING IN ACTIVITIES AT Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE MEMBERS OF Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute, INSTRUCTOR/COACH, MEMBER, VOLUNTEER, OR AGENT OF Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute OR ANY OTHER PARTICIPANT, VISITOR, OR PERSON PRESENT AT OR PARTICIPATING IN ACTIVITIES SUPPORTED BY Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute. 

In consideration of my participation, I hereby release and covenant not to sue Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute, instructor/coach, member, volunteer, or agent of Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute or any other participant, visitor, or person present at or participating in activities supported by Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute, from any or all present and future claims resulting from ordinary negligence on the part of the Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute or others listed for property damage, personal injury, or wrongful death, arising as a result of my engaging in or receiving instruction in Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute sponsored activities or any activities incidental thereto, wherever, whenever, or however the same may occur. I hereby voluntarily wave any and all claims resulting from ordinary negligence, both present and future, that may be made by me, my family, estate, heirs, or assigns. 

Further, I am aware of the following risks, and NUMEROUS OTHER INHERENT RISKS in observing or participating in activities and Martial Arts sponsored by Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute. These risks include, but are not limited to, death, or serious injury resulting from: physical contact while observing or participating in activities supported by Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute including, but not exclusive to collision (with other persons or objects), being struck on the body or head, being thrown or dropped, suffocation resulting from choking or strangulation, dropped equipment, dehydration, exertion, while participating in activities at Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE of the coaches, and members or volunteer assistants of Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute those persons at the Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute, lacking adequate training, seek to assist with medical or other help either before or after injuries have occurred. 

I am voluntarily participating in this activity with knowledge of the danger involved and hereby agree to accept any and all inherent risks of property and personal damage or death. 

I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute any other listed for any and all claims arising as a result of my engaging in or receiving instruction in activities sponsored by Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute or any activities incidental thereto, wherever, whenever, or however the same may occur. 

I understand that this waiver is intended for to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the England and Wales, and agree that if any portion is held invalid, the remainder of the waiver will continue in full legal force and effect. I further agree that the venue for any legal proceedings shall be in Wales. I affirm that I am of legal age and freely sign this agreement. I have read this form and fully understand that by signing this form, I am giving up all legal rights and/or remedies which may be available to me for the ordinary negligence of the Hoi Kuen Do (Way of the Open Fist) Martial Art Institute or any of the parties listed above. By accepting this document, I acknowledge that I have voluntarily chosen to participate in physical exercise. In accepting this document, I acknowledge being informed of the strenuous nature of the activity and the potential for unusual, but possible, physiological results including but not limited to abnormal blood pressure, fainting, heart attack or even death. 

I also understand that I may stop any training session at anytime. By accepting this document, I assume all risk for my health and well being and any resultant injury or mishap that may affect my well being or health in any way and hold harmless of any responsibility, the instructor, facility or persons involved with the program and testing procedures