3 Session Private Training Trial

GUARDIAN SELF DEFENSE, LLC

Assumption of Risk, Release, Waiver of Liability, and Indemnification

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Acknowledgment of Risks:

I understand and acknowledge that participation in marital arts, self-defense, fitness, sparring, and related activities ("Activities") involves inherent and obvious risks of physical injury, including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, use of training equipment, and strenuous physical exertion. Risks include serious physical or emotional injury, including but  not limited to, cuts, bruises, sprains, strains, broken bones, concussions, paralysis, or even death, and damage to others or to my personal property or the personal property of others. I understand that these risks cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of martial arts training.

Voluntary Participation:

I certify that I (or my child, if applicable) am in good physical health and fully capable of participating in the Activities. I voluntarily choose to participate, knowing and accepting the risks involved.

Release and Waiver:

To the fullest extent permitted by South Carolina law, I hereby irrevocably and unconditionally waive, release, discharge, and covenant not to sue the School, its owners, instructors, employees, contractors, volunteers, insurers, successors, assigns, and the owner of the premises where the School is located, (collectively, "Released Parties") from any and all claims, demands, rights, actions, suits,  causes of action, obligations, debts, costs, losses, charges, expenses, attorneys’ fees, damages, judgments, and liabilities, of any kind or nature, in law, equity, or otherwise, whether known or unknown, arising out of or related to my or my child’s participation in the Activities, including but not limited to, any personal or emotional injury, illness, or damage I (or my child) may sustain, including claims based on the negligence or failure to warn or other omission of the Released Parties.  I understand that this release and waiver applies to and includes all of my or my child’s activities at the School. 

Medical Treatment:

In the event of injury or medical emergency, I authorize the School to seek emergency medical treatment for me (or my child), and I agree to be financially responsible for all costs incurred.

Insurance:

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to maintain appropriate health insurance coverage.

Indemnification:

I agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Released Parties from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including attorney's fees) arising out of my (or my child's) participation in the Activities, including any claim brought by, on behalf of, or against me or my child.

Severability:

If any part of this Waiver and Release is held to be invalid under South Carolina law, then the remaining portions shall continue in full force and effect.

Parental Consent (If Participant Is a Minor):

If the participant is under 18 years of age, I, the undersigned parent or legal guardian, consent to my child's participation in martial arts training and related activities at the School. I acknowledge and accept all of the risks stated above on behalf of my child and I further agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless the School from any claims brought by or on behalf of my child.

Agreement with Subparts:

This Waiver and Release is incorporated into and made part of the overall enrollment/participation agreement between the Participant and Guardian Self Defense, LLC.

By signing this document electronically (via DocuSign, email, PDF, or other electronic means), I agree that my electronic signature shall have the same legal effect and enforceability as a handwritten signature.

Participant:

Name: {name}

Date: {sign_date}

Parent/Guardian (if participant under 18):

Name:

Date: {sign_date}

GUARDIAN SELF DEFENSE, LLC

Media Release

I consent to the School photographing or recording me (or my child) during the class for marketing or social media purposes.

By consenting, I acknowledge that these images or recordings may be used by the School for promotional, marketing, and social media purposes, without compensation to me or my child, and agree to waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product in which my likeness (or my child’s likeness) appears.

I release and discharge the School from any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of photographs or recordings of me or my child, including but not limited to, all claims for defamation or invasion of privacy. This authorization and release shall inure to the benefit of the School’s owners, instructors, employees, contractors, volunteers, insurers, successors, and assigns.

If, at any time, I do not wish for me or my child to be photographed or recorded, I will provide written notice to the School prior to participation.

If the participant is under 18 years of age, I, the undersigned parent or legal guardian, consent to the use of my child’s image, voice, and/or likeness in photographs, videos, and other media for School-related promotional purposes. I release the School from any liability arising from such use.

Alternatively, by checking below I indicate the following:
I do not consent to the use of my/participant's image, likeness, or voice in media. I understand that reasonable efforts will be made to blur or exclude me/participant from any content. By selecting do notconsent, you acknowledge that

• Group classes and events may still be photographed or recorded.
• You agree to take reasonable steps to avoid being captured (e.g. positioning yourself outside of camera view when possible).
• We will make reasonable efforts to blur, obscure, or otherwise anonymize your image if you are captured in an image or recording.
• While we strive to honor all non-consent requests, you understand that complete exclusion from all media cannot be guaranteed in a group setting.

By signing this document electronically (via DocuSign, email, PDF, or other electronic means), I agree that my electronic signature shall have the same legal effect and enforceability as a handwritten signature.

Participant:

Name: {name}

Date: {sign_date}

Parent/Guardian (if participant under 18):

Name:

Date: {sign_date}

GUARDIAN SELF DEFENSE, LLC

3 Session Private Training Trial Agreement

This Agreement is entered into by the undersigned (“Participant”) and Guardian Self Defense, LLC (“School” or “Guardian Self Defense”).

Trial Session and Details:

Guardian Self Defense offers the following to new private training students only:

Three (3) private training sessions - includes up to 3 hours of training at the trial price of $150.00.

Participant may schedule private training sessions in either thirty (30) minute or sixty (60) minute sessions. A thirty (30)-minute session counts as one-half (0.5) training hour, and a sixty (60)-minute session counts as one (1) training hour. Sessions are subject to instructor availability. The total amount of session time cannot exceed 3 hours of training. 

This trial is a one-time introductory offer and is not a reoccurring membership.

Trial Period Term:
Participant's first Trial session must take place within thirty (30) days of enrollment.

Once Participant attends the first Trial session, all three (3) Trial sessions must be completed within twenty-one (21) days of the first Trial Session.

Unused Trial sessions expire at the end of the applicable Trial period and have no cash value.

Electronic Payment Agreement:

Participant's credit or debit card will be collected at the time of enrollment but will not be charged until Participant’s first Trial session. Participant agrees to pay the introductory price of $150.00. Member authorizes School to electronically charge fee to the credit card provided, using the School’s secure billing system or third-party processor. Participant agrees that payment is due and credit or debit card will be charged upon Participant’s first Trial session. 

Declined Payments:

If a charge is declined, a late fee of $25.00 may be assessed, and Participant is responsible for any processing fees or bank fees for its returned or declined payment. The  Participant is responsible for updating the School immediately with any changes to Participant’s credit card information.

Cancellation / Rescheduling Policy for Participant’s Scheduled Session(s): 

Participant must provide at least twelve (12) hours' notice to cancel or reschedule a scheduled session. Cancellations made with at least twelve (12) hours' notice will not be deducted from the Participant’s Trial session allocation. Cancellations made less than twelve (12) hours before the scheduled session, or a failure to attend a scheduled session without notice, will result in the scheduled session being deducted from the Participant’s Trial session allocation.

The School may, in its discretion, waive a session deduction in the event of an emergency or other extenuating circumstance. 

If the School must cancel or reschedule a Trial session because of instructor unavailability, emergency, facility closure, or other circumstances outside Participant's control, the session will not be counted as a used Trial session.

The School will make reasonable efforts to reschedule the session within the applicable Trial period.

Private Training Scheduling & Availability:

Training sessions are subject to instructor and facility availability. Trial provides the stated number of training hours but does not guarantee availability at any particular day or time.

The School reserves the right to reschedule sessions in the event of instructor unavailability or emergency.

Non-refundable  / Transferability: 

Once the first Trial Session is completed, all fees are non-refundable except as required by South Carolina law. Participant’s trial is  non-transferable. 

Private sessions are shareable with Participant’s immediate family members, subject to scheduling availability and School approval. Shared sessions count toward the Participant’s existing trial training session allocation and do not provide additional training hours. For the purpose of this Agreement, “immediate family member” means the Participant’s spouse, child, and/or children, unless otherwise agreed upon by Participant and School.

Code of Conduct:

Participant agrees to follow all school rules, show respect to instructors and other students, and maintain safety at all times. Failure to follow the School’s Code of Conduct, including but not limited to disrespectful behavior, unsafe actions, or disruption of classes, may result in disciplinary action at the sole discretion of the School. Disciplinary actions may include verbal or written warnings, temporary suspension from classes, or permanent termination of membership without refund. The School reserves the right to refuse service or revoke membership to any Participant or Parent/Guardian whose conduct is deemed detrimental to the safety, well-being, or reputation of the School.

No Membership Obligation: 

Participation in the 3-Session Private Training Trial does not automatically enroll Participant in a recurring membership.

Any enrollment in a private or group membership following the Trial will require separate authorization and agreement to the applicable membership terms.

Governing Law:

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of South Carolina. If any portion of this Agreement is held to be invalid, then the remainder shall continue in full force and effect.

Agreement with Subparts:

This Agreement, together with any signed Waivers, Consent Forms, or Credit Card Authorizations executed by the Participant, constitutes the complete agreement between the parties.

By signing this document electronically (via DocuSign, email, PDF, or other electronic means), I agree that my electronic signature shall have the same legal effect and enforceability as a handwritten signature.

Participant:

Name: {name}

Date: {sign_date}

Parent/Guardian (if participant under 18):

Name:

Date: {sign_date}