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Release and Waiver of Liability and Indemnity Agreement Grapple, LLC

In consideration of being permitted to participate in any way at Grapple, LLC indicated below and/or being permitted to enter for any purpose any restricted area (here in defined as any area where in admittance to the general public is prohibited), the parent(s) and/or legal guardian(s) of the minor participant named below agree:

1. The parent(s) and/or legal guardian(s) will instruct the minor participant that prior to participating in the below Grapple, LLC activity or event, he or she should inspect the facilities and equipment to be used, and if he or she believes anything is unsafe, the participant should immediately advise the officials of such condition and refuse to participate.

I understand and agreed that, if at any time, I feel anything to be UNSAFE; I will immediately take all precautions to avoid the unsafe area and REFUSE TO PARTICIPATE further.

2. I/WE fully understand and acknowledge that:

(a) There are risks and dangers associated with participation in Grapple, LLC events and activities, which could result in bodily injury partial and/or total disability, paralysis and death.

(b) The social and economic losses and/or damages, which could result from these risks and dangers described above, could be severe.

(c) These risks and dangers may be caused by the action, inaction or negligence of the participant or the action, inaction or negligence of others, including, but not limited to, the Releasees named below and other members.

(d) There may be other risks not known to us or are not reasonably foreseeable at his time.

3. I/WE accept and assume such risks and responsibility for the losses and/or damages following such injury, sickness (Including COVID-19), disability, paralysis or death, however caused and whether caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Releasees named below.

4. I/WE HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE Grapple, LLC nor Focus Fitness, LLC by the participant, including its owners, managers, promoters, lessees of premises used to conduct training event or program, premises and event inspectors, underwriters, consultants and others who give recommendations, directions, or instructions to engage in risk evaluation or loss control activities regarding the Grapple, LLC facility or events held at such facility and each of them, their directors, officers, agents, employees, all for the purposes herein referred to as “Releasee”...FROM ALL LIABILITY TO THE UNDERSIGNED, my/our personal representatives, assigns, executors, heirs and next to kin FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, LOSSES OR DAMAGES AND ANY CLAIMS OR DEMANDS THEREFORE ON ACCOUNT OF ANY INJURY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE DEATH OF THE PARTICIPANT OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE EVENT(S) CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO BE CAUSED IN WHOLE OR IN PART BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEE OR OTHERWISE.

5. I/WE HEREBY acknowledge that THE ACTIVITIES OF THE EVENT(S) ARE VERY DANGEROUS and involve the risk of serious injury and/or death and/or property damage. Each of THE UNDERSIGNED also expressly acknowledges that INJURIES RECEIVED MAY BE COMPOUNDED OR INCREASED BY NEGLIGENT RESCUE OPERATIONS OR PROCEDURES OF THE RELEASEES.

6. EACH OF THE UNDERSIGNED further expressly agrees that the foregoing release, waiver, and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law in the state of Mississippi in which the event is conducted and that if any portion is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding continue in full legal force and effect.

7. On behalf of the participant and individually, the undersigned partner(s) and/or legal guardian(s) for the minor participant executes this Waiver and Release. If, despite this release, the participant makes a claim against any of the Releasees, the parent(s) and/or legal guardian(s) will reimburse the Releasee for any money, which they have paid to the participant, or on his behalf, and hold them harmless.
I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND HAVE SIGNED IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT, ASSURANCE, OR GUARANTEE BEING MADE TO ME AND INTEND MY SIGNATURE TO BE COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW.

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Grapple, LLC

Participant or (Parent/Guardian Signature - if minor):

Printed Name of Participant: {name}

Address of Participant: {address}

Received by: Grapple, LLC - {sign_date}

Code of Conduct for Participants

Grapple, LLC

Participation in (your activity/organization) should demonstrate high standards of ethics and sportsmanship and promote the development of good character and other important life skills. The highest potential of teamwork is achieved when participants are committed to pursuing success with honor according to six core principles: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and good citizenship (the "Six Principles of Character"). This Code applies to all participants involved in (your activity). I understand that, in order to participate in (your activity), I must act in accord with the following:

TRUSTWORTHINESS

Trustworthiness — be worthy of trust in all I do.

Integrity — live up to high ideals of ethics and sportsmanship and always pursue success with honor; do what’s right even when it’s unpopular or personally costly.

Honesty — live and compete honorably; don’t lie, cheat, steal, or engage in any other dishonest or unsportsmanlike conduct.

Reliability — fulfill commitments; do what I say I will do; be on time to practices, games, and events.

Loyalty — be loyal to my organization and team; put the team above personal glory.

RESPECT

Respect — treat all people with respect all the time and require the same of other participants.

Class — live and play with class; be a good sport; be gracious in success and accept defeat with dignity; give fallen opponents help, compliment extraordinary performance, show sincere respect in all aspects of my participation.

Disrespectful Conduct — don’t engage in disrespectful conduct of any sort including obscene gestures, offensive remarks of a sexual or racial nature, trash- talking, taunting, boastful celebrations, or other actions that demean individuals or the activity.

Respect Officials — treat contest officials with respect; don’t complain about or argue with official calls or decisions during or after an athletic event.

RESPONSIBILITY

Importance of Good Judgment — practice reasonable and logical manners in all situations representing the organization.

Role-Modeling — remember, participation is a privilege, not a right. I am expected to represent my organization, coach or director, and fellow participants with honor, on and off the field. Consistently exhibit good character and conduct yourself as a positive role model. Suspension or termination of the participation privilege is within the sole discretion of the organization.

Self-Control — exercise self-control; don’t fight or show excessive displays of anger or frustration; have the strength to overcome the temptation to retaliate.

Healthy Lifestyle — safeguard your health; don’t use or be under the influence of any illegal or unhealthy substances including alcohol and drugs while participating in any Grapple, LLC activity.

Integrity of the Game — protect the integrity of the game; Play the game according to the rules.

FAIRNESS

Be Fair — live up to high standards of fair play; be open-minded; always be willing to listen and learn.

CARING

Concern for Others — demonstrate concern for others; never intentionally injure any participant or engage in reckless behavior that might cause injury to myself or others.

Teammates — help promote the well-being of teammates through positive praise and encouragement, or by reporting any unhealthy or dangerous conduct to coaches or directors.

CITIZENSHIP

Play by the Rules — maintain a thorough knowledge of and abide by all applicable game and competition rules.

Spirit of Rules — honor the spirit and the letter of rules; avoid temptations to gain competitive advantage through improper gamesmanship techniques that violate the highest traditions of sportsmanship.

I have read and understand the requirements of this Code of Conduct. I understand that I’m expected to perform according to this code and I understand that there may be sanctions or penalties if I do not.

Participant Signature:

Date: {sign_date}