International
Swordfighting and Martial Arts Convention Agreement To Participate
I,
I understand that this seminar reflects a study of weapon techniques,
and grappling arts for the purposes of cultural heritage and recreation,
that the instructors in no way advocate that I should seek confrontations,
directly or indirectly, and that in the event of a hostile or life-threatening
encounter, I should use only the minimum force necessary to neutralize
the threat or to remove myself from the dangerous situation. I further
understand that the instructors are merely teaching techniques of
martial arts systems and are in no way advocating physical violence
towards another person. I hereby waive the
International Swordfighting and Martial Arts Convention,
it's guest lecturers,
Starwood Hotels, Art of Combat, New Dawn Duellists Society,
as well as any coordinators, officers, members, employees, assistants,
volunteers, assigns, or agents of any type whatsoever acting on
or in behalf of the aforementioned entities and persons, of any
liability for my actions; including, but not limited to: injury
to myself or others and/or any property damage(s) resulting from
any attempts by me to perform any of the techniques discussed, demonstrated
or taught during this seminar by the aforementioned agents.
I understand that the nature of these activities may require
close and intimate physical contact with other participants and/or
instructors. I understand that this physical contact is necessary
and inherent in the context and education of the material. I understand
that the scenarios and topics to be discussed are mature and sensitive
issues. I acknowledge and understand that it is my right to decline
participation in any event with which I feel uncomfortable or unsafe,
that it is my right to vocalize my feelings concerning the training,
and that at any time I may choose to immediately cease activity
or involvement. I further understand that if I require counsel with
one or more of the trainers or other personnel that they are open
and approachable. I acknowledge that if I am uncomfortable with
any situation or individual that I may immediately state so, and
that it is my right to remove myself from the situation immediately
and that I am encouraged to do so, and that a counselor will be
provided with whom I may discuss my concerns in private.
Risks of Injury: I understand that the
some of the exercises and training methods to be taught involve
the application of pain compliance and, if I choose to participate,
will require me to submit to various types of physical restraint
and exercise which may, in the course of demonstration and/or application
cause me pain or injury. I understand that I may choose not to participate
or stop my participation in any of these activities. I further understand
that many of the exercises and training methods to be taught will
require me to be in good physical condition. I certify that I am
physically able to participate in this activity and will further
hold the International Swordfighting and Martial Arts Convention,
it's guest lecturers, Starwood Hotels, Art of Combat,
New Dawn Duellists Society, as well as any coordinators, officers,
members, employees, assistants, volunteers, assigns, or agents of
any type whatsoever acting on or in behalf of the aforementioned
entities and persons, harmless for any injury sustained in the course
of this training due to any physical defect or condition that I
may have, whether now known or hereinafter discovered. I further
acknowledge that in consideration for this training, this release
shall not expire and shall be considered effective in perpetuity.
I also understand that the instructors will be teaching their
respective classes in the safest possible atmosphere, however, as
with any athletic activity, I am aware that participating in the
International Swordfighting and Martial Arts Convention can be dangerous,
involving the risk of injury, including, but not limited to: bruises,
cuts, partial or full paralysis, muscle tears, sprains and strains,
broken bones, eye injury, head injuries, death, and/or other impairments
to body or mind. I acknowledge that the risk and type(s) of injuries
will vary with the activities in which I choose to participate.
Consequently, I agree:
To accept any and all risks involved with the activities in
which I choose to participate.
To obey the instructors, and their agents to help minimize the
risk of injury to myself and others.
That failure on my part to abide by the rules of the individual
instructors will jeopardize my eligibility to participate in the
event, and that the event coordinators reserve the right to remove
me without reimbursement at their discretion if they feel that I
am acting in an unsafe, or abusive manner.
Payment of Injury Expenses I understand
that the International Swordfighting and Martial Arts Convention,
it's guest lecturers, Starwood Hotels, Art of Combat,
New Dawn Duellists Society, as well as any coordinators, officers,
members, employees, assistants, volunteers, assigns, or agents of
any type whatsoever acting on or in behalf of the aforementioned
entities and persons, do not maintain accident medical insurance
for any injuries resulting from this event, including any injuries
sustained while en route to or from this event. It is either my
responsibility, or my parents' responsibility to provide medical
insurance or other financial means of paying for any and all activity-related
injuries. I understand that any and all decisions are made in consideration
of my personal safety and the safety of others, and that all decisions
made by the International Swordfighting and Martial Arts Convention,
it's guest lecturers, Starwood Hotels, Art of Combat,
New Dawn Duellists Society, as well as any coordinators, officers,
members, employees, assistants, volunteers, assigns, or agents of
any type whatsoever acting on or in behalf of the aforementioned
entities and persons, are done so irrespective of race, creed, color,
nationality, affiliation, gender, or sexual orientation.
