Não Para Jiu Jitsu 

Warning, Waiver, Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Agreement to Participation

THIS AGREEMENT MUST BE SIGNED BY ALL MEMBERS WHO WISH TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY THE

NAO PARA JIU JITSU ACTIVITY OR TRAINING.

In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in the sanctioned activities of Não Para Jiu Jitsu, 

I, _____{name}_____- 

1. Recognize and understand that jiu jitsu training is a physically demanding, contact activity that involves risks, including but not limited to cuts, bruises, muscle strains, fractures, torn muscles or ligaments, concussions, traumatic brain injuries, permanent disability, or even death. The risk of injury increases as the intensity of the training increases. These injuries could lead to severe social and economic loss. I assume full responsibility for any and all risks of injury, whether caused by my own actions, the actions, inaction or negligence of others, the regulations of participation or the condition of the premises or equipment.

2. Acknowledge that jiu jitsu training and sparring may involve inadvertent impacts to the head, which could result in concussions or other head injuries. I have been informed of the symptoms of concussions, including headaches, dizziness, confusion, nausea, and memory problems, and I agree to immediately notify an instructor and cease participation if I suspect I have sustained a concussion or any injury.

3. Recognize that there may be other risks that are not known to me or to others or are not reasonably foreseeable at this time. 

4. Agree to inspect the facilities, equipment and pairings prior to participation. I will immediately inform an instructor if I believe that anything is unsafe or beyond my capabilities and refuse to participate.

5. Hereby release, waive, discharge, and agree not to sue Não Para Jiu Jitsu, its owners, heirs, instructors, employees, agents, or affiliates (collectively, the "Released Parties") from any and all liability for any injuries, damages, or losses I may sustain, including those resulting from negligence of the Released Parties, while participating in activities at the Não Para Jiu Jitsu gym or while on its premises.

6. Enter martial arts training and/or activities/ or open rolls entirely of my own free will and understand the importance of following the rules of training and IBJJF standards. I have been given a copy of the rules and regulations of Não Para Jiu Jitsu, which are attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference as if set forth verbatim. I have read and understand them and I agree to abide by the instructions given therein.

7. I certify that I am in good physical condition, and have no disease, injury or other condition that would impair my performance or physical and mental well-being during intense training practice and/or more intense “live roll” or “Porada” activities and have not been advised otherwise by a qualified medical professional. 

8. Grant permission in case of injury to have a doctor, nurse, athletic training or other emergency medical personnel provide me with medical assistance or treatment for such injury.

9. Release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue, Não Para Jiu Jitsu, its affiliated organizations and governing bodies, their officers, instructors, personnel, other members of the organizations, students/participants, supervisors, coaches, sponsoring organizations or their agents, and if applicable, owners and lessors, the lessors management company and lessees of the premises from any and all liability to the undersigned, his or her heirs and next of kin for any and all claims, demands, losses and damages which may be sustained and suffered on account of injury, including death or damage to property, caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the releasees or otherwise.

I HAVE READ THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY CAREFULLY, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT OR ASSURANCE OF ANY NATURE. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A LEGAL CONTRACT AND A RELEASE OF MY RIGHT TO SUE.

Não Para Jiu Jitsu

Rules and Regulations

ADVISORY OF RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety is not the sole responsibility of instructors and staff. Everyone in class is responsible for their own safety and the safety of those around them to the extent each student/participant has the ability to affect such safety.

All students/participants have the right and responsibility to excuse themselves from any exercise they believe will be harmful to them. All students/participants must evaluate each situation in the context of their skill and current physical condition, and conduct each drill in a manner that is safe. If an instructor gives an instruction that is unsafe for the student, it is the student’s responsibility to inform the instructor, coach or staff that the activity may be unsafe for him/her. The instructor will routinely excuse the student from exercises and drills that may be unsafe for him/her. The instructor may ask for an explanation, and the student is expected to provide one.

All participants have the responsibility to train and conduct themselves in a manner that helps all other participants and instructors remain safe. Participants must give those who are training enough room to avoid being accidentally struck by someone else practicing, especially when others are practicing takedowns or sweeps.

In the event of an injury, participants have the right and responsibility to evaluate the extent of harm, stopping what they are doing even if it includes a partner, and determining if it is safe to continue. Unless a participant is certain that further practice will not create or worsen a problem, all participants are encouraged to stop what they are doing and inform the instructor. In the event of a serious injury or the appearance of a serious injury, all participants, instructors, staff and visitors (notably parents) have the right to call a stop to a particular training exercise. 

If a participant notes an unsafe training situation, which may include another participant performing a skill incorrectly, a participant not showing due regard for the safety of others, a defective piece of training equipment, a potentially dangerous obstacle or condition on the floor, or anything else that may cause or lead to harm of the participants, instructors, visitors or guests,  the participant is expected to correct the situation if it is within his/her ability or to notify an instructor or staff member immediately. If something is simple to correct, such as removing an obstacle from the floor, the participant should correct the situation. If the situation may require the authority of the instructor or staff, or if it is not a simple matter, then the instructor or staff member should be notified immediately.

NOTICE AND CONSENT TO INSTRUCTORS

This school seeks to make use of highly trained professional instructors, with both expertise and experience both in the art that we teach and in teaching. Classes may be taught by the head instructor / Professor or any other qualified instructor or coach. Should an instructor be unavailable for a given class, a junior instructor, coach or guest instructor may teach. The choice of the instructor is left to the discretion of the school. I understand that I may not always have the instructor I desire, but I shall seek to learn from whoever is teaching, to show respect to whomever is teaching, and to conduct myself in accordance with the etiquette established at this school. I understand that I have the responsibility for my own safety without regard to who may be teaching the class. I specifically consent to any instructor or individual appointed by the school to teach a class.  I specifically understand and agree that the full force of this document applies no matter who is teaching.

NOTICE OF PHYSICAL CONTACT

Complete martial arts training involves a wide variety of skills. While practicing these skills, participants may have contact with any portion of the body. While we don’t allow striking of any kind, during activities inadvertent contact with the groin by a hit or a grab can happen. The chest, buttocks, groin or any part of the body may be contacted by any part of the training partner’s body during training with martial arts techniques, or incidentally contacted while performing a martial arts technique which targets another portion of the body. When male and female participants train together, or when adult and minor participants train together, and in any other training combination, the purpose and intent of the school, instructors and staff is to provide an environment for all participants to learn and practice martial arts and self-defense. Participants are expected to conduct themselves appropriately at all times to ensure the best training results for everyone. Should any participant feel that a training partner is engaging in contact beyond the scope of training, taking undue or unacceptable advantage of training contact, or if a participant   feels uncomfortable by any training exercise or partner, that participant has the right to withdraw from the exercise or drill. If a participant feels the contact of a training partner is inappropriate, the participant should inform the instructor privately. and appropriate action will be taken.

CONSENT TO PHYSICAL CONTACT

I understand the nature of physical contact in martial arts training, and I understand that I have the right to immediately withdraw from any exercise or drill in which the contact of any party seems beyond the scope of training and or makes me uncomfortable. I agree to abide by the school etiquette in all manners pertaining to training, and I shall not in any way conduct myself inappropriately or take inappropriate advantage of the contact martial arts training allows.

LIKENESS WAIVER

I further understand that training may also be video recorded or otherwise shown to people outside the gym in advertising and promotion. I hereby expressly and irrevocably forever consent to having my likeness shown, on Nao Para Jiu Jitsu social media, advertising and web page; and I do not expect to, and in fact waive any compensation I might otherwise be entitled to as a result thereof.

ARBITRATION CLAUSE

Should any dispute arise between me and the school, I specifically agree that the dispute shall be resolved in binding arbitration under the rules of The American Arbitration Association. Should a suit be filed in Court, I authorize the Court to order the case to a binding arbitration.

JURISDICTION

Any dispute submitted to arbitration shall be subject to the laws of the State of Texas and shall take place in Bexar County, Texas unless agreed otherwise in writing by all parties.

SEVERABILITY

If any clause, sentence, phrase or statement is found unenforceable or invalid by any Court of Law, the remainder of the document shall remain valid and enforceable and the invalid clause, sentence, phrase or statement shall be struck from the document.

DURABILITY

This document is effective from the date signed with no expiration. Furthermore, the terms of this document are retroactive to the beginning of training and visiting this school if this document was signed after that date.

AUTHORITY TO TREAT

I, give the instructors and staff the power to authorize emergency medical treatment for me as set forth below if I am incapacitated and unable to consent. I

By granting authorization, I assume responsibilities for all decisions made, provided they are reasonable decisions under the circumstances based on the knowledge and understanding of the person making the decisions, and I trust their judgment and offer the benefit of the doubt to them in any claim or legal proceeding. This presumption may only be overcome by clear and convincing evidence that they acted with malice or gross negligence. I understand that the instructors, senior participants, or others may have some skills in first aid, CPR, and at their discretion, I authorize them to use those skills and techniques to assist in any circumstance in which they judge their skills would be necessary or helpful.

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Participant:

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Date: {sign_date}