TIER ONE ACADEMY

ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER OF LIABILITY & INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT

1. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISKS

Participation in martial arts training, including but not limited to striking, grappling, self-defense drills, sparring, weapons training, physical conditioning, and use of fitness equipment, involves inherent and unavoidable risks. These risks include, but are not limited to:

• Bruises, sprains, strains, fractures, cuts, and abrasions

• Head, neck, and spinal injuries

• Joint dislocation or ligament tears

• Serious bodily injury, paralysis, or death

• Emotional stress or psychological discomfort

• Exposure to communicable illnesses and infectious diseases

All such risks—known or unknown—are voluntarily assumed, even if arising from the negligence of Tier One Academy or its representatives.

2. RELEASE OF LIABILITY

In consideration for being allowed to participate in any activity, program, or training at Tier One Academy, the participant hereby RELEASES, WAIVES, AND DISCHARGES:

Tier One Academy, its owners, officers, instructors, employees, contractors, and representatives

from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action related to:

• Personal injury

• Property damage

• Illness or death

• Any loss or harm resulting from participation

This release applies to the fullest extent permitted by law, including claims based on ordinary negligence.

3. INDEMNIFICATION

The participant agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Tier One Academy from all claims, damages, costs, and attorney fees arising out of their participation in academy activities, including claims brought by third parties.

4. MEDICAL TREATMENT CONSENT

Tier One Academy may provide or arrange emergency medical care when necessary. The participant accepts full financial responsibility for any medical treatment received.

5. HEALTH & FITNESS DECLARATION

The participant affirms that they are physically and mentally capable of participating safely in martial arts training.
They agree not to participate when injured, ill, or otherwise unfit, and acknowledge responsibility for monitoring their own condition.

6. RULES & CONDUCT

Participants agree to follow all academy rules, safety procedures, and instructor guidance. Tier One Academy may remove any participant for unsafe or inappropriate behavior without refund.

7. PHOTO & VIDEO RELEASE

Tier One Academy may record training sessions or events for instructional, promotional, or marketing purposes. Participants who do not consent must provide written notice to the academy.

8. MINOR PARTICIPANTS

For participants under 18, a parent or legal guardian must agree to the full terms of this waiver. All provisions apply equally to minor participants.

9. SEVERABILITY

If any portion of this agreement is found unenforceable, the remainder shall remain valid and in full effect.

10. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By participating in Tier One Academy activities, the participant acknowledges that they have read, understood, and voluntarily accepted the terms of this waiver, and understand they are releasing substantial legal rights.