Liability Waiver and Release
Last Updated: 11/6/2025
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING OUR FACILITIES. BY SIGNING UP FOR MEMBERSHIP OR USING OUR SERVICES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO THIS WAIVER.
1. Assumption of Risk
I understand and acknowledge that participation in strength training, powerlifting, weightlifting, and related activities at Public House Barbell Club ("the Facility") involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:
- Musculoskeletal injuries (strains, sprains, tears)
- Falls, impacts, or collisions with equipment or other participants
- Cardiovascular stress or events
- Equipment malfunction or failure
- Injuries from improper technique or overexertion
- Aggravation of pre-existing conditions
- In rare cases, serious injury or death
I voluntarily assume all risks associated with using the Facility and participating in activities, whether foreseen or unforeseen, and whether caused by negligence or otherwise.
2. Health and Fitness Representation
I represent and warrant that:
- I am in good physical health and have no medical conditions that would prevent safe participation
- I have consulted with a physician if I have any concerns about my ability to safely participate
- I will immediately notify staff of any changes in my health status
- I will not participate if I am ill, injured, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- I am responsible for knowing my own physical limitations
3. Release of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue Public House Barbell Club, its owners, officers, employees, coaches, independent contractors, and agents (collectively, "Released Parties") from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me or my property while:
- Using the Facility or its equipment
- Participating in programs, coaching, or events
- On the Facility premises or adjacent areas
- Traveling to or from the Facility for events or activities
This release applies regardless of whether such loss, damage, or injury is caused by the negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise.
4. Indemnification
I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from any and all claims, actions, suits, procedures, costs, expenses, damages, and liabilities, including attorney's fees, arising out of, connected with, or resulting from my use of the Facility, including but not limited to any claims by third parties.
5. Medical Emergency Authorization
In the event of a medical emergency, I authorize the Facility staff to:
- Contact emergency medical services (911)
- Administer basic first aid if trained and willing
- Contact my emergency contacts
- Make decisions regarding emergency medical treatment if I am unable to do so
I agree to assume all costs associated with emergency medical services and treatment.
6. Photography and Media Release
I grant permission to the Facility to use photographs, videos, or other media of me taken during my participation for promotional, marketing, or educational purposes without compensation. I may opt-out of this authorization by providing written notice.
7. Personal Property
I understand that the Facility is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property. I am encouraged to use provided lockers and not bring valuables to the Facility.
8. Minors
If I am signing this waiver on behalf of a minor participant (under 18), I represent that I am the parent or legal guardian of the minor and have the authority to bind the minor to this agreement. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claims arising from the minor's participation.
9. Severability
If any provision of this waiver is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that this waiver shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.
10. Acknowledgment of Understanding
I HAVE READ THIS WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, AND UNDERSTAND THAT I AM GIVING UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING MY RIGHT TO SUE. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I AM SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY, AND INTEND MY SIGNATURE TO BE A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW.
Contact Information
Public House Barbell Club
150 S Tobin St # A
Renton, WA 98057
Email: info@publichousebarbellclub.com
Phone: (425) 246-7397
Note: This waiver must be signed digitally or in person before accessing the Facility. Members will be required to review and sign this waiver as part of the membership registration process.