1. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISK
I understand that surfing, ocean activities, beach training, swimming, physical exercise, competition preparation, travel, and related athletic activities involve inherent risks including, but not limited to: drowning, collisions with boards or other participants, marine life injuries, rip currents, weather changes, dehydration, sun exposure, physical exhaustion, slips or falls, and serious bodily injury or death.
I voluntarily choose to allow my child / the participant to participate in ECSD programs with full knowledge of these risks.
2. ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I knowingly and freely assume all risks, both known and unknown, associated with participation in any East Coast Surf Development activities, whether occurring in the ocean, on the beach, during instruction, competitions, travel, breaks, or transitions between activities.
I understand ocean and weather conditions are unpredictable. ECSD may modify, relocate, delay, or cancel activities due to safety concerns.
3. RELEASE OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by Florida law, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless East Coast Surf Development, LLC, its owner Austin Clouse, individually and in his capacity as owner and coach, as well as all coaches, instructors, assistants, volunteers, affiliates, sponsors, agents, representatives, and property partners from any and all claims, demands, actions, or causes of action arising out of or related to any injury, illness, loss, damage, or death sustained while participating in ECSD activities.
This release applies whether such injury results from negligence or otherwise, including negligence of East Coast Surf Development, LLC and/or Austin Clouse.
4. SUPERVISION & RESPONSIBILITY
I understand that ECSD provides coaching and group supervision, but participants are not under constant one-on-one supervision. I accept responsibility for ensuring that the participant is physically capable of participating and will follow all safety instructions provided by ECSD staff.
Participants may use personal or borrowed equipment. ECSD is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to personal equipment.
5. DROP-OFF, PICK-UP & LOCATION RESPONSIBILITY
I understand that ECSD activities occur at designated locations on specific days and times set by ECSD and Coach Austin Clouse. Locations may include, but are not limited to throughout the East Coast of Florida.
I am solely responsible for transportation, timely drop-off, and timely pick-up of the participant for all scheduled sessions. ECSD and Austin Clouse are only responsible for the participant during the scheduled activity time at the designated location. ECSD and Austin Clouse are not responsible for participants who arrive early, are picked up late, or remain at the location outside of scheduled activity times.
6. TRAVEL, CONTESTS & THIRD-PARTY EVENTS
I understand that participation may include travel to training locations, contests, and events hosted by third parties. ECSD and Austin Clouse are not responsible for the actions, conditions, or negligence of third-party organizers, venues, or participants. Transportation and lodging are the responsibility of the parent/guardian unless otherwise agreed to in writing.
Sunscreen, Hydration & Environmental Exposure
I acknowledge the participant may be exposed to sun, heat, and environmental conditions and agree to provide sunscreen, hydration, and appropriate protection.
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