WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

NOTE: THIS FORM MUST BE READ AND SIGNED UNALTERED BEFORE THE PARTICIPANT IS PERMITTED TO TAKE PART IN ANY FUNCTION – BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT, THE PARTICIPANT AFFIRMS HAVING READ AND UNDERSTOOD IT AND IS IN AGREEMENT WITH ITS CONTENTS.

In consideration of my involvement in the activities under the auspices of the MFVB Training House, I acknowledge, appreciate and agree that:

1. I risk bodily injury, including paralysis, dismemberment, disability and death, and this risk of injury does exist as well as the risk of damage to or loss of property.

2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks; both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the releases or others

3. I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If, however, I observe any unusual or unnecessary hazard during my presence or participation, I will bring such to the attention of the nearest coach or official immediately; and,

4. I, for myself, and on behalf of my heirs, assignees, personal representatives, and next of kin, hereby release, hold harmless and promise not to sue the MFVB Training House and any parties, their officers, volunteers, staff, sponsor, and/or agents with respect to any and all injury and/or loss arising from my participation, whether caused by the negligence of the releases or otherwise, except that which is the result of gross negligence or wonton misconduct, to the fullest extent permitted by the state of Illinois. The laws of the state of Illinois, exclusive of its choice of law rules, shall apply to this waiver and release of liability agreement.

I have read this Release of Liability and Waiver Agreement, fully understand its terms, understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it, and sign it freely and voluntarily without any inducement.

FOR PARTICIPANTS OF MINORITY AGE
This is to certify that I/we as parent(s)/guardian(s) with legal responsibility for this participant, do consent and agree not only to his/her release, but also for  myself/ourselves, and my/our heirs, assignees and next of kin to release and indemnify the Releases from any and all Liability incident to my/our minor child’s involvement asstated above, even if arising from the negligence of the releases, to the fullest extent permitted by the laws of the State of Illinois. The laws of the state of Illinois, exclusive to its choice of law rules, shall apply to this Waiver and Release of Liability Agreement.

PHOTO/SOCIAL MEDIA RELEASE

I hereby grant the MFVB Training House permission to use my likeness in a photograph, video, or other digital media (“photo”) in any and all of its publications, including web-based publications, without payment or other consideration.

I understand and agree that all photos will become the property of the MFVB Training House and will not be returned.

I hereby irrevocably authorize the MFVB Training House to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.

I hereby hold harmless, release, and forever discharge the MFVB Training House from all claims, demands, and causes of action which I, my heirs, representatives, executors, administrators, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization.

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE PHOTO RELEASE. I AFFIRM THAT I AM AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE, OR, IF I AM UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE, I HAVE OBTAINED THE REQUIRED CONSENT OF MY PARENTS/GUARDIANS AS EVIDENCED BY THEIR SIGNATURES BELOW. I ACCEPT:

I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.