I acknowledge a full understanding of the inherent dangers and risks associated with the use of the UConn Health Wellness Center (“Wellness Center”) and/or any fitness/wellness activity occurring at the University of Connecticut, UConn Health, and/or their affiliates (collectively, “UConn”). I also acknowledge that it is my responsibility to follow any instructions for any activity or use of equipment, and I further understand that, notwithstanding precautions taken by UConn, my use of, presence in, or participation in activities conducted by UConn and/or the Wellness Center involves a risk of serious injury, permanent disability, and/or death. I am voluntarily participating in these activities and voluntarily using equipment, and I accept any and all risks associated with my participation in activities conducted at the Wellness Center. I acknowledge it is recommended that I seek approval from my physician before implementing an exercise regimen, as there may be significant health risks associated with exercising. In consideration for being permitted to use the Wellness Center, and because I assume all risks involved, I hereby expressly agree I am responsible for any resulting personal injury, damage to, or loss of my property arising out of my use of the Wellness Center, or participation in any fitness/wellness activity occurring at UConn. I, for myself, and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, executors, administrators, personal representatives and next of kin, hereby release, indemnify, and hold harmless UConn, its officers, directors, trustees, agents, and/or employees (“Releases”) from any and all claims, demands, damages, rights of action or causes of action, present or future, whether the same be known or unknown, anticipated, or unanticipated, resulting from or arising out of my use or occupancy of the Wellness Center or any fitness/wellness activity occurring at UConn, including any injuries, up to and including death, arising from negligence of the Releases or otherwise, to the fullest extent permitted by law. I further state I am at least eighteen (18) years of age and fully competent to sign this waiver and release document. I agree to pay all applicable fees, and I execute this waiver and release for full, adequate, and complete consideration fully intending to be bound by the same.
