By checking the statements below, I understand that all of its terms and conditions and fully intend to be bound by the same. I also understand that I may wish to consult with my attorney before signing this document. In considering being allowed to use the Houston Community College Fitness and Wellness Center ("facility") and/or participate in fitness/wellness recreational programs or classes sponsored or offered by the facility, I hereby voluntarily execute this Acknowledgement of Risk and Consent Form. I represent that I am at least eighteen years old and competent to sign this form.

I agree to conduct myself per Houston Community College (the "College") policies and procedures, including the College's Student Handbook. I acknowledge receipt of any applicable rules and requirements of the Houston Community College Fitness and Wellness Center facility, and I agree to abide by them. I recognize the college has the right to terminate or suspend my fitness membership or participation in any fitness or wellness programs if it is determined that my conduct is detrimental to or incompatible with the best interests, comfort, harmony, or welfare of the College or if my conduct violates any rules, policies, and procedures of the facility or the College, or for any other reason at the discretion of the facility or College.

I voluntarily chose to participate in an activity or program planned and organized by a third party unrelated to the College and am fully informed of the activities included in it and that those activities will be held in and around the facility. I understand the various aspects of the activities or programs and that activities or programs of any type may be dangerous, and I accept the risks associated with such activities or programs. I understand the dangers, hazards, and risks inherent in the activities or programs, and my participation in it, included but not limited to equipment, facility conditions, safety hazards, and consumption of food. I further understand that as a participant in the program or activity, I could sustain personal injuries, property damage, or even death due to the activities or programs.

I, on behalf of myself, my representatives, heirs, executors, administrators, agents, and assigns, HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE the College, its governing board, directors, officers, employees, agents, volunteers, and any students (herein after referred to as "RELEASEES") for any and all liability including any and all claims, demands, causes of action known or unknown), suits, or judgments of any and every kind (including attorneys' fees, litigation costs and expenses of any appeal), arising from any injury, property damage or death that I may suffer as a result of my participation in any fitness or wellness programs and activities. REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE INJURY, DAMAGE, OR DEATH IS CAUSED BY THE RELEASEES UNLESS THE INJURY, DAMAGE, OR DEATH IS CAUSED BY THE RELEASEES' GROSS NEGLIGENCE OR INTENTIONAL ACTS. I further agree that the RELEASEES are not in any way responsible for any injury or damage that I sustain as a result of my own negligent or intentional acts.

I understand that certain dangers, hazards, and risks are associated with my participation in an activity or program aid use of the facility and the equipment located therein ("the equipment"). I further understand that all risks cannot be prevented. In light of the risks associated with using the facility and its equipment, I may wish to consult with a physical or other health care provider regarding my current physical and mental fitness before beginning any physical fitness workout or regimen. I represent that I am physically and mentally able to safely use the facility and its equipment.

I, on behalf of myself, my representatives, heirs, executors, administrators, agents, and assigns agree to hold harmless, defend and indemnify the RELEASEES from any and all liability, including any and all claims, demands, causes of action (known or unknown), suits, or judgments of any and every kind (including attorney s' fees, litigation (l expenses aid costs of appeals), arising from any loss, injury, property damage or death that I may cause or suffer as a result of my participation in any activity or program and use of the facility and the equipment located therein ("the equipment"), REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE INJURY, DAMAGE OR DEATH IS CAUSED BY THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, UNLESS THE INJURY, DAMAGE OR DEATH IS CAUSED BY THE RELEASEES' GROSS NEGLIGENCE OR INTENTIONAL ACTS.

This document is to be construed under the laws of the State of TEXAS, U.S.A, without regard to its choice of law provisions. 

If any term or provision of the Agreement Shall be held illegal, unenforceable, or in conflict with any law governing this Agreement, the validity of the remaining portions shall not be affected thereby.

By Acknowledging, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions stated in the form above.

If under eighteen (18), a parent or guardian MUST sign a physical copy of our under 18 waiver that can be picked up at the front desk of the wellness center indicating their assumption of legal and financial responsibility for your participation in this program.