By participating in any class, lesson, workshop, seminar, private lesson, open practice, or event offered by Chen Bing Taiji Academy USA ("CBTA USA") and/or Chen Village Tai Chi ("CVT"), I acknowledge and agree to the following:
Assumption of Risk
I understand that participation in Tai Chi, Qigong, martial arts, fitness, and related activities involves inherent risks, including but not limited to falls, physical contact, strains, injuries, illness, permanent disability, or death.
I voluntarily assume all risks associated with my participation.
Release of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I release and hold harmless:
- Chen Bing Taiji Academy USA
- Chen Village Tai Chi
- Master Chen Bing
- Master Bosco Baek
- All instructors, teacher trainees, employees, volunteers, contractors, and representatives
from any claims, injuries, damages, losses, or liabilities arising from my participation in any activity.
Physical Contact
I understand that instructors may use reasonable physical contact for instructional purposes, including posture correction, movement guidance, partner exercises, and safety assistance. I voluntarily consent to such instructional contact.
Medical Responsibility
I affirm that I am physically able to participate and understand that I am responsible for consulting a physician regarding any medical condition that may affect my participation.
Media Release
I grant permission to CBTA USA and CVTT to photograph, record, livestream, or otherwise capture my participation in classes, lessons, workshops, seminars, events, and related activities.
I authorize CBTA USA and CVTT to use such photographs, video recordings, audio recordings, and other media containing my likeness, image, voice, or participation for educational, promotional, marketing, website, social media, archival, and organizational purposes without compensation.
Electronic Signature
By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and voluntarily agree to this Participation Waiver & Release Agreement. My electronic signature shall have the same legal effect as a handwritten signature.
