WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT

For Participation in Boxing, MMA, and Fitness Training
Instructor: Paul Mead

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING

This agreement is entered into by the undersigned participant (or legal guardian, if participant is a minor) and Paul Mead ("Trainer"), for participation in boxing, mixed martial arts (MMA), and fitness-related instruction, training, or activity.

1. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISKS

I acknowledge that participation in boxing, MMA, and physical fitness training involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:

  • Bruising, sprains, strains, fractures, dislocations
  • Cuts, concussions, eye injuries
  • Cardiovascular complications, breathing difficulty
  • Transmission of communicable diseases
  • Serious injury, permanent disability, or death

I understand these risks are inherent to full-contact and high-intensity physical training, even under professional supervision.

2. VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK

I affirm that my (or my child's) participation is voluntary, and that I/we are in good physical condition. I assume full responsibility for any injury, illness, or condition that may result from participation, regardless of cause.

3. RELEASE AND WAIVER

In consideration of being permitted to participate, I agree to:

  • Waive and release Paul Mead, his staff, volunteers, and affiliates from all claims of liability, including injury, illness, or death
  • Hold harmless all parties involved, whether the injury is due to negligence, equipment failure, other participants, or environmental conditions
  • Accept financial responsibility for any required treatment or medical attention

This release is binding upon my heirs, legal representatives, and assigns.

4. MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION

In the event of a medical emergency, I authorize Paul Mead or designated staff to obtain necessary medical treatment. I understand that I am fully responsible for all associated costs.

5. MEDIA RELEASE – MANDATORY PARTICIPATION

I understand that photographs and video recordings are a standard part of training with Paul Mead and may be used for instructional, promotional, or educational purposes.

By signing this agreement, I (or my legal guardian, if under 18) grant Paul Mead and his authorized representatives the irrevocable right and permission to capture, use, reproduce, and publish any such media, including images and recordings of myself or my child, in all formats (print, digital, online) without compensation or notice.

This release includes use on websites, social media, advertisements, and training content, and applies indefinitely.

6. GOVERNING LAW

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state of Texas. Any disputes shall be resolved in courts of proper jurisdiction within that state.

7. SEVERABILITY

If any portion of this agreement is found to be invalid, the remainder shall remain in full force and effect.

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION

FOR PARTICIPANTS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE

I affirm that I am the parent or legal guardian of the participant named above. I have read and understand this waiver and release, including the mandatory media clause, and give full consent for my child to participate in all activities.