HEALTH AND SAFETY STATEMENT

The boring but important stuff

Movements Group Limited (Trading as Movements)

Full Waiver and Release of Liability

IMPORTANT: Please read carefully before participating in any activity. By agreeing to this waiver, you acknowledge and accept all terms and conditions below.

1. Acknowledgement of Risk

I understand that participating in any physical fitness training, classes, or related activities provided by Movements Group Limited (trading as Movements) involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:

Personal injury (including sprains, strains, fractures, and soft tissue injuries)

Illness (including exposure to viruses such as COVID-19)

Accidents due to equipment, surfaces, or participant error

Serious outcomes such as permanent disability or death

I confirm that I am voluntarily participating in these activities and accept full responsibility for any and all risks, whether known or unknown.

2. Medical Declaration

I declare that:

I am in good physical condition and able to safely participate in physical activity.

I have no known medical conditions or injuries that would affect my participation, or I have received medical clearance to participate.

I will notify the staff if I experience pain, discomfort, illness, or injury during any session.

3. Release of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by UK law, I waive, release, and discharge Movements Group Limited, its directors, employees, contractors, instructors, agents, and representatives from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, damages, or loss resulting from my participation, including but not limited to:

Injury or illness (including COVID-19 exposure)

Property loss or damage

Death

This waiver applies even if the claim arises from negligence (but not gross negligence or criminal wrongdoing, which cannot be waived under UK law).

4. Indemnification

I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Movements Group Limited from any claims, demands, legal costs, or damages resulting from:

My actions or conduct

My failure to follow rules, instructions, or safety procedures

5. Studio Rules and Conduct

I agree to:

Follow all instructions given by Movements instructors and staff

Use equipment safely and as intended

Act respectfully toward staff and fellow members

Refrain from participating if I am unwell, injured, or under the influence of alcohol/drugs

Movements reserves the right to suspend or terminate access for breach of conduct or safety violations.

6. COVID-19 and Public Health

I understand the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk of exposure. I will not attend if:

I have symptoms of illness

I have tested positive for COVID-19 or been instructed to isolate

7. Photography and Media Consent

I consent to Movements capturing photographs or video footage of classes or events for promotional, training, or marketing purposes, unless I notify the studio in writing that I wish to opt out.

8. Minors (Under 18)

If the participant is under the age of 18, this waiver must be agreed to by a parent or legal guardian, who assumes full responsibility and accepts all terms on the minor's behalf.

9. Severability

If any section of this waiver is found to be invalid or unenforceable, all remaining provisions shall remain in effect.

10. Acceptance

By ticking the box, I confirm that:

I have read and understood this waiver

I accept all risks and responsibilities related to my participation

I agree to be legally bound by its terms