Informed Consent, Assumption of Risk & Waiver

Lion’s Pride Fitness LLC
257 Riley Way, Smithfield, Virginia 23430

Important: This customized template should be reviewed by a Virginia-licensed attorney and the Company’s liability insurer. No waiver can eliminate every form of liability.

I (“Participant”) voluntarily request to participate in online or approved in-person fitness coaching offered by Lion’s Pride Fitness LLC (“Company”). I understand and agree as follows:

1. Health Disclosure and Clearance

I confirm that information I provide about my health, injuries, limitations, pregnancy, medications, and exercise experience is accurate and complete. I will promptly report relevant changes. I understand that Company personnel are not diagnosing or treating medical conditions. I will consult a qualified healthcare professional and obtain medical clearance when I have a known condition, concerning symptom, pregnancy-related concern, recent surgery or injury, or any other reason clearance may be appropriate.

2. Inherent Risks

I understand that physical activity carries inherent and foreseeable risks, including muscle soreness, strains, sprains, falls, equipment failure, aggravation of an existing condition, abnormal blood pressure, dizziness, fainting, cardiac events, serious bodily injury, permanent disability, and, in rare cases, death. Risks may arise from my physical condition, conduct, environment, equipment, other people, or failure to follow instructions.

3. Voluntary Assumption of Risk

Knowing these risks, I voluntarily choose to participate and assume the inherent risks of fitness activity that are not caused by conduct that cannot legally be released. I may decline or stop any exercise at any time.

4. Online Coaching Limitations

I understand that online coaching does not provide hands-on assistance, continuous monitoring, emergency response, or direct control of my environment. The Coach cannot fully inspect my equipment or surroundings or physically correct my movement. I am responsible for maintaining adequate space, suitable equipment, appropriate footwear, hydration, and a means of contacting emergency services.

5. Safety Rules

I will follow instructions and use reasonable judgment. I will stop exercising immediately if I experience sharp or unusual pain, chest discomfort, dizziness, faintness, loss of balance, unusual shortness of breath, vision changes, or another concerning symptom. I understand that online messages are not monitored for emergencies and will contact emergency services or a medical professional when appropriate.

6. Release of Claims

To the fullest extent permitted by Virginia law, I release and hold harmless Lion’s Pride Fitness LLC and its owner, employees, coaches, contractors, and agents from claims arising from the ordinary inherent risks of my voluntary participation or from my failure to disclose relevant information, maintain a safe environment, use suitable equipment, or follow safety instructions. This release does not apply to gross negligence, willful or reckless misconduct, intentional wrongdoing, or any liability that Virginia law does not permit to be waived.

7. Responsibility for Loss

I am responsible for my own personal property, equipment, internet connection, exercise location, and medical expenses, except to the extent another allocation is required by law. This section does not require me to indemnify the Company for the Company’s own unlawful conduct.

8. Privacy

Health information will be used for safety, screening, program design, and administration. I will not submit full medical records through ordinary email. The Company will restrict access to those reasonably needing the information and will follow its Privacy Notice. Separate optional written permission is required for public use of my image, testimonial, or transformation information.

9. Emergency Contact

Emergency contact name

Relationship

Emergency telephone

Participant telephone

10. Participant Screening

Participant legal name

Age

Relevant conditions, injuries, surgeries, medications, allergies, pregnancy, or activity limitations

Healthcare clearance or recommended modifications, if applicable

11. Acknowledgment

I have read this entire document and had an opportunity to ask questions. I understand the risks and voluntarily agree to participate. I confirm that my health and screening information is accurate. I consent to electronic records and an electronic signature. I am at least 18 years old, or a parent/legal guardian will complete the Minor Participation Consent.

Participant signature

Date

Coach / witness

Date

If Participant is under 18, this waiver must be signed together with the separate Minor Participation and Parent/Guardian Consent form before any coaching begins.