Liability Waiver

Cape Fear Gymnastics
4633 Long Beach Rd SE, Unit 2
Southport, NC 28461
capefeargymnastics@gmail.com

1. Acknowledgment of Risks

I understand that participation in gymnastics, tumbling, ninja training, physical education, competitive gymnastics, and other instructional activities at Cape Fear Gymnastics (“CFG”) involves inherent risks.

These risks include, but are not limited to, slips, falls, collisions, improper landings, loss of balance, equipment-related accidents, muscle strains, sprains, fractures, concussions, head or spinal injuries, paralysis, and, in rare circumstances, death.

I understand that gymnastics activities may involve running, jumping, climbing, balancing, swinging, tumbling, inversion, and other physically demanding movements.

Although CFG takes reasonable precautions to promote participant safety, I acknowledge that no gymnastics program or physical activity can be completely free of risk.

2. Voluntary Participation & Assumption of Risk

I voluntarily authorize my child to participate in classes and instructional activities offered by Cape Fear Gymnastics.

I understand the physical nature of these activities and acknowledge the inherent risks associated with participation, including risks that may occur despite reasonable supervision and safety precautions.

I agree that my child will follow all applicable gym rules, safety instructions, and directions provided by CFG coaches and staff.

I understand that CFG may restrict or discontinue participation in an activity when staff determine that continued participation presents a safety concern.

3. Release of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable North Carolina law, I agree, on my own behalf, to release and discharge Cape Fear Gymnastics, its owners, officers, employees, instructors, coaches, volunteers, and representatives from claims belonging to me personally that arise from my child’s participation in CFG activities, including claims involving ordinary negligence.

I further acknowledge that this agreement is intended to address claims involving my minor child only to the extent such claims may lawfully be released by a parent or legal guardian.

Nothing in this agreement is intended to waive rights or claims that cannot legally be waived, including claims arising from gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or intentional wrongdoing.

4. Medical Authorization

In the event of an injury, illness, or medical emergency involving my child, I authorize Cape Fear Gymnastics staff to contact emergency medical services and obtain appropriate emergency medical assistance when reasonably necessary.

I understand that CFG staff will make reasonable efforts to contact me or the emergency contact listed on my child’s registration form.

I authorize licensed medical professionals to provide emergency evaluation and treatment when permitted by applicable law.

I acknowledge that I am responsible for medical expenses incurred for my child to the extent permitted by law.

5. Health & Physical Readiness

I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, my child is physically able to participate in the activities for which they are registered.

I agree to notify Cape Fear Gymnastics of any known medical conditions, injuries, allergies, restrictions, or other health concerns that could affect my child’s safe participation.

I understand that CFG may request medical clearance before allowing participation when a health or safety concern exists.

I agree not to bring my child to class while experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness and to comply with CFG’s illness policies.

6. Safety Rules & Participant Conduct

I understand and agree that:

• My child must follow the instructions of CFG coaches and staff.
• My child may only use equipment as directed and with appropriate supervision.
• My child must not attempt skills beyond their abilities or without required coaching assistance.
• Appropriate gymnastics attire and bare feet are required in instructional areas unless otherwise directed.
• Hair must be secured appropriately for safe participation.
• Unsafe behavior, misuse of equipment, or repeated disregard of instructions may result in removal from an activity.

I understand that these precautions are intended to reduce the risk of injury but cannot eliminate all risks.

7. Parent/Guardian Acknowledgment

I acknowledge that Cape Fear Gymnastics operates instructional programs in which children participate under the supervision of designated coaches and staff.

I understand that parents and guardians are responsible for providing accurate registration information, current emergency contact details, and relevant health information.

I agree to notify CFG promptly of changes that could affect my child’s participation or safety.

I understand that I am responsible for arranging timely drop-off and pickup in accordance with CFG policies.

8. Scope of Agreement

This agreement applies to my child’s participation in Cape Fear Gymnastics instructional classes and related supervised training activities during their enrollment.

I understand that this agreement does not guarantee protection against every possible injury or create a waiver of claims that North Carolina law does not permit to be waived.

If any provision of this agreement is determined to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in effect to the extent permitted by law.

9. Parent/Legal Guardian Agreement

By selecting the required acknowledgment checkbox on the Cape Fear Gymnastics class registration form, I confirm that:

• I am the parent or legal guardian authorized to register the participating child.
• I have read and understand this Liability Waiver, Assumption of Risk & Participation Agreement.
• I understand that gymnastics and related physical activities involve risks of injury, including serious injury.
• I voluntarily authorize my child to participate in the registered activities.

• I agree to the terms of this agreement to the extent permitted by applicable law.