Informed Consent & Liability Waiver

Informed Consent

I understand that I will be provided with advice about physical activity, sedentary behaviour and other healthy lifestyle topics.

I understand that there are small but potential risks during physical activity (e.g. episodes of transient light-headedness, loss of consciousness, abnormal heart rate and/or blood pressure, chest discomfort, leg cramps, nausea), and that I willfully assume those risks.

I understand my obligation to immediately inform the qualified exercise professional of any pain, discomfort, fatigue, or any other symptoms that I may have during or within 48 hours of the activity.

I understand that I may stop or delay the supervised exercise session at any time if I so desire, and that the assessment may be terminated by the qualified exercise professional (Coach Shandi) upon observation of any symptoms of undue distress or abnormal response.

I understand that I may ask any questions or request further explanation or information about the procedures or activities at any time before, during and after the supervised exercise sessions.

Liability Waiver

I acknowledge that my participation in health and wellness coaching is expressly conditioned on my agreement to each of the terns of this document. I acknowledge and agree as follows:

1. Physical exercise, sport, and recreational activities may cause injury. I understand that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in any physical exercise, sport, wellness, and/or recreational activities. My participation is a voluntary activity in all respects and I assume all risks of injury and illness that may result from such participation in any individual activities.
2. As the participant, I recognize and acknowledge that there are risks of physical injury and I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries (including death), damages or loss which I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with wellness activities. I acknowledge that participation in these activities is voluntary.
3. I, on behalf of myself, do hereby fully release and discharge Coach Shandi and their agents and employees from any and all liability, claims, and causes of action from injuries or illness (including death), damages, or loss which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of participation in suggested wellness activities. This is a complete and irrevocable release and waiver of liability. Specifically, and without limitation, I, on behalf of myself, hereby release the Released Parties from any liability, claim, or cause of action arising out of the Released Parties’ negligence. I, on behalf of myself, covenant not to sue the Released Parties for any alleged liabilities, claims, or causes of action released hereunder.
4. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend the Released Parties from any and all claims resulting from injuries or illness (including death), damages or loss, including, but not limited to attorneys’ fees, sustained by me arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with my participation in wellness activities.
5. In the event of any emergency, I authorize the Released Parties to secure from any licensed hospital, physician and/ or medical personnel any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care and agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical services rendered.
6. I understand it is recommended by Coach Shandi to consult with a physician before I undertake any physical exercise program. I certify that I am in good health and sufficient physical condition to properly participate in fitness activities; that I am knowledgeable about the proper use of any and the rules of any activities that I will participate in; and that I will carefully read the operating instructions for any fitness equipment prior to use and will operate such equipment in strict accordance with instructions.