Release of Liability and Assumption of Risk

This Release of Liability and Assumption of Risk Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between Atlanta Judo Midtown LLC ("AJM"), located at 2213 Faulkner Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324, and {name} ("Participant").

1. Assumption of Risk
1.1 Voluntary Participation: The Participant desires to participate in activities provided by AJM, including but not limited to to Judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Jujitsu, weight lifting, rope climbing, and stunt training, weight training, classes, competitions, supervised and unsupervised practice, events, demonstrations, or related events, and any other activities incidental or related thereto (collectively, “Activities”).
1.2 Awareness of Risks: The Participant acknowledges and understands that the Activities involve the risk of injury, death, and property damage. The Participant voluntarily accepts and assumes all risks associated with the Activities, whether caused by the negligence of AJM or otherwise.

2. Waiver and Release
2.1 Release of Claims: The Participant hereby expressly waives and releases any and all claims, now known or hereafter known, against AJM, its owners, instructors, employees, agents, affiliates, and volunteers, including R. Matthew Scheib and Dennis R. Scheib, as well as USA Judo and their affiliated clubs (collectively, "Releasees"), on account of injury, death, or property damage arising out of or attributable to the Participant's participation in the Activities, whether arising out of the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise. The Participant agrees not to make or bring any such claim against the Releasees and forever releases and discharges the Releasees from liability under such claims.
2.2 Indemnification: The Participant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Releasees from any and all claims, actions, suits, procedures, costs, expenses, damages, and liabilities, including attorney’s fees, brought as a result of the Participant's involvement in the Activities and to reimburse the Releasees for any such expenses incurred.

3. Inspection and Responsibility
3.1 Inspection of Facilities: The Participant acknowledges their responsibility to inspect the mats, equipment, and facilities to be used before participating in the Activities. If the Participant believes anything is unsafe or beyond their capability, they will immediately inform their coach, instructor, or supervisor and refuse to participate until such conditions are corrected.
3.2 Compliance with Rules: The Participant agrees to familiarize themselves with the rules governing the Activities and understands the importance of following these rules to ensure their safety and the safety of others.

4. Additional Provisions for Minor Participants
4.1 Parental Consent: If the Participant is a minor (under the age of 18), the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of the minor Participant represent that they have full legal authority to execute this Agreement on behalf of the minor Participant. The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) acknowledge that they have read and understood the terms of this Agreement and consent to the minor’s participation in the Activities.

5. Medical Authorization
5.1 In the event of injury or illness, the Participant (or their parent/legal guardian) authorizes AJM and its agents to obtain emergency medical treatment as deemed necessary. The Participant agrees to be financially responsible for any such medical care and waives any claim against AJM or its agents for obtaining or providing such care.

6. Governing Law and Venue
6.1 This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia. Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of or related to this Agreement or the Activities shall be instituted exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Fulton County, Georgia.

7. Severability
7.1 If any provision or part of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

8. Fitness to Participate
8.1 The Participant affirms that they (or their minor child) are in sufficiently good physical and mental health to safely engage in the Activities. The Participant acknowledges that AJM has recommended consulting with a medical professional prior to participation.

9. Publicity Release and Waiver
9.1 Use of Likeness: The Participant grants AJM the irrevocable right to use, display, photograph, digitize, edit, adapt, license, or otherwise use their name, image, likeness, appearance, voice, and other personal characteristics in any media, including but not limited to magazines, brochures, print publications, motion pictures, television broadcasts, internet platforms, and other advertising and promotional materials, without further consent from or royalty, payment, or other compensation to the Participant.
9.2 Ownership of Materials: AJM shall be the exclusive owner of all rights, including copyright, to these materials.

10. Acknowledgment of Understanding
10.1 The Participant acknowledges that they have read this Agreement, understand its terms, and that they are giving up substantial rights by signing it. The Participant signs this Agreement voluntarily and agrees to participate in the Activities entirely of their own free will, fully aware of the risks and conditions involved.