SPARRING / OPEN MAT WAIVER

(NON-MEMBERS & GUESTS)

TEAM QUEST ATHLETIC CENTER LLC
215 E Florida Ave, Hemet, CA 92543

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION

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⚠️ READ CAREFULLY — THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY UNDER CALIFORNIA LAW

1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK

INITIAL:  

I understand that participation in mixed martial arts, sparring, grappling, and open mat activities is inherently dangerous and involves known and unknown risks.

These risks include, but are not limited to:

• Serious bodily injury
• Broken bones, sprains, or dislocations
• Head injuries, concussions, unconsciousness
• Permanent disability or death

I knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks, including those arising from:

• My own actions
• Actions of other participants (members or non-members)
• Negligence of released parties
• Improper or inadequate supervision
• Equipment or facility conditions

2. NON-MEMBER / FREE SESSION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

INITIAL:

I acknowledge that I am participating as a:

Non-member
Guest
Free trial / open mat participant

I understand and agree that:

• I may receive little or no supervision
• These sessions may be informal or uncontrolled
• I am fully responsible for my own safety

I voluntarily accept these conditions.

3. RELEASE OF LIABILITY (CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE §1542 WAIVER)

INITIAL:

I hereby release and discharge:

TEAM QUEST ATHLETIC CENTER LLC, including its:

• Owners
• Employees
• Coaches
• Volunteers
• Members
• Independent contractors
• Other participants

from any and all liability, INCLUDING LIABILITY ARISING FROM NEGLIGENCE, for:

• Injury or death
• Property loss or damage
• Any claims arising out of participation

? CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE §1542 WAIVER

INITIAL:

I understand that California law states:

“A general release does not extend to claims which the creditor does not know or suspect to exist…”

I expressly waive all rights under Civil Code §1542, meaning:

I release ALL claims, even those I do not know about at this time.

4. AGREEMENT NOT TO SUE

INITIAL:

I agree that I will NOT sue or bring any legal claim against TEAM QUEST ATHLETIC CENTER LLC or any released parties for injuries or damages sustained during participation.

5. INDEMNIFICATION

INITIAL:

I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless TEAM QUEST ATHLETIC CENTER LLC from:

• Any claims brought by me or others
• Any damages caused by my actions
• Legal fees or costs arising from my participation

6. MEDICAL FITNESS & RESPONSIBILITY

INITIAL:

I certify that:

• I am physically fit to participate
• I have no condition preventing safe participation
• I assume full responsibility for my health

I understand that:

• The gym does NOT provide medical insurance
• I am responsible for all medical costs

7. RULES & CONDUCT AGREEMENT

INITIAL:

I agree to:

• Follow all gym rules and instructions
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards
• Respect all participants and staff
• Please stay off the main mat area until our class is dismissed. You may wait in the locker room or in the additional warm-up room with the weight equipment.
• Mouthpieces are mandatory. All participants must provide their own sparring equipment.
• All guests are required to check in on the gym tablet, website, or mobile app before sparring. Participation is not permitted without a completed account and signed waiver.

I understand I may be removed immediately without warning for unsafe behavior.

8. NO RELIANCE ON SUPERVISION

INITIAL:

I understand that during open mat, sparring, or free sessions, supervision may be limited or absent.

I agree that:

• I am solely responsible for my participation decisions
• I will stop if I feel unsafe
• I will not rely on staff to control other participants

9. PHOTO / VIDEO RELEASE

INITIAL:

I grant permission for use of my image for promotional purposes without compensation.

10. SEVERABILITY

INITIAL:

If any part of this agreement is found invalid, the rest remains enforceable under California law.

11. FULL UNDERSTANDING

INITIAL:

I confirm:

• I have read this entire agreement
• I understand I am waiving legal rights
• I sign voluntarily

✅ SIGNATURE SECTION

✅ MINOR (UNDER 18) — REQUIRED PARENT SIGNATURE

Parent/Guardian Name:

I agree to all terms above and sign on behalf of the minor. I also agree to indemnify the gym for any claims related to the minor.

Date: {sign_date}