POLE DANCE AND FITNESS LIABILITY WAIVER, RELEASE, AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK
Please read this document carefully. By signing this document, you are waiving certain legal rights, including the right to sue Flex and Flow Pole Studio, LLC, its owners, instructors, employees, and independent contractors.
VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION & HEALTH ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I, the undersigned, understand that participation in pole fitness, pole dancing, aerial arts, flexibility training, conditioning, strength training, workshops, private sessions, and events (collectively referred to as "Activities") offered by Flex and Flow Pole Studio, LLC (the "Studio") is entirely voluntary. I certify that I am physically fit, have sufficiently trained or prepared for participation in these Activities, and have not been advised otherwise by a qualified medical professional. I agree to disclose any physical limitations, medical conditions, or injuries to the instructor prior to the start of any session.
INHERENT RISKS OF POLE & FITNESS ACTIVITIES
I explicitly acknowledge and understand that pole fitness and aerial dance are strenuous physical activities that involve inherent risks. These risks include, but are not limited to:
Falls from the pole, aerial equipment, or staging.
Severe bruising, friction burns, "pole burns," skin abrasions, and calluses.
Muscle strains, ligament sprains, tears, joint dislocations, and spinal injuries.
Dizziness, vertigo, or loss of balance from spinning, inverting, or upside-down maneuvers.
Physical impact or collision with the poles, flooring, stage elements, safety mats, walls, or other participants.
Equipment failure, including the structural mounting of poles or aerial rigging.
I knowingly, freely, and voluntarily choose to assume all such risks, both known and unknown, associated with my participation.
SAFETY POLICIES & STUDIO ETIQUETTE
I agree to strictly comply with all Studio rules and safety protocols. I understand and agree to the following mandatory safety policies:
Jewelry Restriction: I will remove all rings, bracelets, watches, and dangling jewelry before using the poles or aerial equipment to avoid scratching equipment and preventing severe finger or skin injuries.
Late Arrivals: I understand that arriving more than 10 minutes late may result in being denied entry to class to ensure a proper, safe warm-up and prevent injury.
Grip Aids & Lotions: I will refrain from applying moisturizing body lotions or oils within 24 hours of class, as this creates a dangerous, slippery surface on the poles.
Spotting: I will not attempt advanced tricks, flips, or inversions without the explicit permission, instruction, and proper spotting or safety matting provided by a designated instructor.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY & HOLD HARMLESS
In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Activities and utilize the Studio's facilities and equipment, I, on behalf of myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, hereby release, waive, and forever discharge Flex and Flow Pole Studio, LLC, its owners, directors, officers, employees, independent contractors, and agents from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, rights, or causes of action resulting from personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death, whether caused by the negligence of the Studio or otherwise, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
ASSIGNMENT OF MEDICAL EXPENSES
In the event of an emergency requiring medical attention, I authorize the staff of the Studio to seek medical care according to their best judgment. I acknowledge and agree that all medical expenses incurred as a result of any injury or illness sustained during or traveling to/from the Activities are my sole financial responsibility.
PERSONAL PROPERTY
I acknowledge that the Studio is not responsible for the safekeeping, loss, theft, or damage of my personal belongings while I am on the premises.
BY SIGNING BELOW, I CERTIFY THAT I AM AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE, HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS LIABILITY WAIVER, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS, AND VOLUNTARY AGREE TO ALL OF ITS TERMS.