Lagniappe Fitness & Recovery, LLC
Waiver of Liability, Release of Claims, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnification Agreement
This Waiver of Liability, Release of Claims, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnification Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between Lagniappe Fitness & Recovery, LLC (“the Gym”) and {name} (“Member”), effective as of the date of signature below. This Agreement applies to the Member and any individual included under the Member’s membership (“Additional Members”).
By signing this Agreement, the Member acknowledges and agrees to the following:
1. Assumption of Risk
The Member and any Additional Members acknowledge that participation in physical fitness and recovery activities—including but not limited to strength training, cardiovascular exercise, group fitness classes, yoga, stretching, recovery services, and use of gym equipment—involves inherent and foreseeable risks.
These risks include, but are not limited to: muscle strains, sprains, falls, broken bones, equipment-related injuries, overexertion, dehydration, heart attack, illness, permanent disability, or death.
The Member and any Additional Members voluntarily choose to participate and knowingly assume all risks, whether known or unknown, associated with the use of the Gym’s facilities, services, equipment, and premises.
2. Waiver and Release of Liability
In consideration of being permitted to use the Gym’s facilities and services, the Member, on behalf of themselves and any Additional Members, hereby releases, waives, and discharges Lagniappe Fitness & Recovery, LLC, including its owners, officers, employees, contractors, agents, and representatives, from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, or liabilities arising out of or related to participation in Gym activities or use of Gym facilities or equipment.
This release includes, but is not limited to, claims arising from ordinary negligence, breach of duty, or any act or omission of the Gym, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
3. Medical Acknowledgment and Responsibility
The Member acknowledges that the Gym has advised consulting a physician prior to participating in any fitness or recovery activities. The Member affirms that they and any Additional Members are physically capable of participation and do not have any condition that would make such participation unsafe.
The Member agrees that if they or any Additional Members experience pain, dizziness, discomfort, or other concerning symptoms, they will immediately stop activity and seek medical attention.
4. Indemnification
The Member agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Lagniappe Fitness & Recovery, LLC from any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from or related to the Member’s or any Additional Members’ use of the Gym’s facilities, services, or equipment.
5. Compliance with Rules and Policies
The Member and any Additional Members agree to comply with all Gym rules, policies, and procedures. Lagniappe Fitness & Recovery, LLC reserves the right to suspend or terminate membership privileges if any rules are violated or if behavior is deemed unsafe, disruptive, or inappropriate.
6. Release for Use of Likeness
The Member grants Lagniappe Fitness & Recovery, LLC permission to photograph or record the Member and any Additional Members for promotional, marketing, or educational purposes. No compensation will be provided for the use of such images or recordings.
7. Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
8. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state in which Lagniappe Fitness & Recovery, LLC operates.
Acknowledgment and Acceptance
I, {name}, acknowledge that I have read and fully understand this Agreement. I understand that by signing this document, I am giving up certain legal rights, including the right to sue, on behalf of myself and any individuals included under my membership.
By signing below, I affirm that I voluntarily agree to all terms of this Waiver of Liability, Release of Claims, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnification Agreement.