Participation Agreement
Resolute Guardian Survival and Tactics (RGST)
I, [PARTICIPANT], in consideration for being allowed to participate and/or be involved in any way with the programs/classes/activities provided by Prime Survival and Fieldcraft LLC d/b/a Resolute Guardian Survival and Tactics (RGST), acknowledge, appreciate, and agree as follows:
Training Course Risks. That I am voluntarily participating in, [INSERT CLASS], provided by RGST. I understand that participation may include strenuous physical activity, the use of various weapons, including but not limited to firearms and knives, martial arts, and/or other forms of physical combat. Because of the nature of the Training Courses provided by RGST, I understand that participation has potentially significant risks, including life-threatening injuries that could occur whether caused by the passive or active negligence of RGST, its employees, representatives, or other participants. Specific risks that I assume include, but are not limited to, personal injury, accidents, illnesses, sickness or disease, sprains, torn muscles and/or ligaments, fractured or broken bones, eye damage, cuts, scrapes, abrasions, contusions, dehydration, oxygen shortage, exposure or altitude sickness, head, neck or spinal cord injuries, animal attack or insect bite, injury caused by the discharge of a weapon, shock, paralysis or death. Further, I understand that if I experience fatigue, dizziness, chills, or other similar conditions, it may diminish reaction time and increase the risk of injury and death.
Training Materials. I have read and understand any and all materials regarding the training provided by RGST and understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician before participating in the Training Course.
Current Medical Status. I affirmatively state that I am physically fit and capable of participation and have no physical or mental condition preventing or affecting my participation. I further guarantee that should any medical condition arise that could affect my participation, I will notify the instructor immediately upon its discovery.
Medical Treatment. I further authorize RGST to perform and/or seek medical treatment and/or assistance to care for me if I am injured or otherwise suffering from a medical condition requiring treatment. I authorize RGST to perform and administer any emergency medical care it deems necessary during the Training Course.
Expulsion. I agree that the instructor can expel me from the Training Course with no refund for any reason deemed necessary at the instructor’s sole discretion.
Waiver and Release of Liability. I, on behalf of myself and my parents, spouse, children/wards, heirs, assigns, representatives, estates, successors, attorneys, insurers and all other persons, firms, partnerships or corporations connected therewith (the “Releasing Parties”), forever, finally, fully, permanently and unconditionally waive, release, acquit and discharge RGST, its present and former employees, owners, members, principals, directors, subsidiaries, affiliates, representatives, predecessors, successors, shareholders, partners, parents, officers, agents, assigns, servants, attorneys, insurers, suppliers, manufacturers, clients, customers, participants, and all other persons, firms, partnerships or corporations connected therewith (collectively referred to hereinafter as the "Released Parties"), to the fullest extent permitted by law, from any and all charges, claims, debts, disputes, demands, suits, causes of action, rights of action, dues, sums of money, accounts, liabilities, losses, expenses and damages, absolute or contingent, known or unknown, whether or not asserted, threatened, alleged or litigated, now existing or arising in the future, at law or equity, whether caused by the negligence of Released Parties or otherwise, that arise out of or relate in any way to my participation in the Training Course, along with any associated claim for costs, expenses and attorneys’ and/or expert fees.
Indemnification. To the greatest extent allowed by law, the Releasing Parties hereby indemnify and covenant to hold harmless and defend the Released Parties from any and all charges, passive and active negligence, claims, debts, illnesses, viruses, diseases, disputes, demands, suits, causes of action, rights of action, dues, sums of money, accounts, liabilities, losses, expenses and damages, absolute or contingent, known or unknown, whether or not asserted, threatened, alleged or litigated, now existing or arising in the future, at law or equity, whether caused by the negligence of Released Parties or otherwise, that arise out of or relate in any way to my participation in the Training Course along with any associated claims for costs, expenses and attorneys’ and/or expert fees.
Covenant not to Sue. Releasing Parties hereby covenant not to sue Released Parties on account of any and all charges, claims, debts, disputes, demands, suits, causes of action, rights of action, dues, sums of money, accounts, liabilities, losses, expenses and damages, absolute or contingent, known or unknown, whether or not asserted, threatened, alleged or litigated, now existing or arising in the future, at law or equity, whether caused by the negligence of Release Parties or otherwise, that arise out of or relate in any way to my relationship with and/or participation in the Training Course.
Integration. This Participation Agreement constitutes the entire and only agreement and understanding between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and may not be modified, altered, enlarged, or abridged except by an agreement in writing executed by all the Parties.
Severability. I agree that should any portion of this Participation Agreement be deemed unenforceable or invalid, the balance of the agreement shall remain in full force and effect.
Binding Nature. The provisions of this Participation Agreement shall inure to the benefit of, and be binding upon, the Parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns. I understand and acknowledge that I have the chance to consult with an attorney about this Participation Agreement and am executing the same voluntarily and of my own free will.
Choice of Law. This Participation Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Ohio without regard to any conflict of law rules of another state. Further, Releasing Parties agree that any dispute arising out of or relating to this Participation Agreement shall be brought in the Court of Common Pleas in Warren County Ohio.