In consideration of being allowed to participate in the Pilates classes, practical exercise components and other elements of the Services undertaken while under the instruction of Anisha Narayan, the undersigned (“I” or “Student”) acknowledges, and agrees to the following terms:
1. Acknowledgment of Risks: I acknowledge and agree that Pilates is a recreational sport
activity and may involve strenuous physical activity including, but not limited to, muscle strength and endurance training, cardiovascular conditioning and training and other various fitness activities. There are significant elements of risk in Pilates, as well as in any sports or exercise associated with the indoor or outdoor use of equipment incidental thereto. I acknowledge that
the following describes some, BUT NOT ALL, of those risks: risks of personal injury, accidents and/or illness, including but not limited to sprains, torn muscles and/or ligaments, fractured or broken bones, eye damage, cuts, wounds, scrapes, abrasions and/or contusions, dehydration, oxygen shortage (anoxia), and/or exposure, head, neck, and/or spine injuries, allergic reaction,
shock, paralysis or death. I understand the description of these risks is not complete and that unknown or unanticipated risks may result in injury, illness, or death.
2. Express Assumption of Risk and Responsibility:
I agree to assume responsibility for the risks identified herein and those risks not specifically identified. My participation in these Pilates is purely voluntary. No one is forcing me to participate. I elect to participate in spite of the risks.
3. Representations
3.1. Prior to undertaking the Pilates, including engaging in any of the practical exercise
components conducted by the Instructor, and each time that I undertake any Pilates, I affirm that I am in good physical condition and able to participate in exercise activities safely
3.2. I have disclosed or will disclose to Anisha Narayan prior to the class commencing, any
pre-existing conditions that may place me at a higher risk of injury or inhibit my ability to
participate in Pilates, including but not limited to injuries, pain or recent surgery, respiratory or heart conditions, or high blood pressure.
3.3. If you have a medical concern/problem or health-related question, please consult with your GP before participating.
3.4. These sessions are not a substitute for medical counselling or treatment. If you have any doubts about the suitability of the exercises, you should refer back to your medical practitioner.
3.5. I verify that I am not pregnant, and I have not recently given birth; or, in the event that I am pregnant or have recently given birth, I have obtained and provided Anisha Narayan with written permission by a Medical Practitioner to undertake exercise and disclosed this permission to Anisha Narayan. A “Medical Practitioner” means a person legally qualified in medicine who is currently registered or licensed with the medical board of the country in which they practice
medicine as a general practitioner (doctor), physician, surgeon or specialist.
3.6. I am not, and while participating in the Pilates will not be, under the influence of alcohol or drugs unless any such drugs are prescribed by a Medical Practitioner and taken in accordance with that practitioner’s advice.
3.7. I will notify Anisha Narayan if I experience any pain throughout the Pilates class and will
immediately stop participating in Pilates if requested by the Instructor to do so.
3.8. I acknowledge that recommendations or instruction provided by Anisha Narayan may not be tailored for my particular skill or ability level and it is my responsibility to assess whether I am able or want to participate in all or part of a Pilates exercise or class.
3.9. I am solely responsible for ensuring that my physical environment is suitable for engaging in Pilates.
4. Release
In consideration of services or property provided, I, on behalf of myself, heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY VOLUNTARILY RELEASE, DISCHARGE, WAIVE AND HOLD HARMLESS Anisha Narayan, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, ILLNESS, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property in connection with the Pilates, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
5. Indemnification
Except for the warranties contained under Anisha Narayan’s Terms of Service, Anisha Narayan has not given any warranties or indemnities relating to Pilates provided by Anisha Narayan, other than standard warranties and indemnities imposed by law. By signing below, I agree to
defend, indemnify and hold RELEASEES harmless from and against all claims, damages, liabilities, losses, expenses and costs (including reasonable fees and expenses of attorneys and
other professionals) arising out of or resulting from any action by a third party against Anisha Narayan that is based on any act or omission by me and that results in: (i) personal injury (or death) or tangible or intangible property damage (including loss of use); or (ii) the violation of any statute, ordinance, or regulation.