RELEASE OF LIABILITY
PLIE PILATES
D/B/A PENCHE PILATES
GENERAL RULES
Thank you for using Plie Pilates. There are several rules that we believe will enhance your experience with us. Please read the following rules below:
• Treat all equipment with care.
• No disrespectful language/behavior/actions.
• Always follow the directions or guidance of all staff and/or employees of Plie Pilates.
• No horseplay, especially near the Cold Plunge and Sauna.
• NO running at any point inside the premises.
• Children must always be accompanied by an adult.
• Caution: water may be on the floor due to use of Cold Plunge and/or Sauna-LOOKOUT
for wet substances on floor.
• PROPER FOOTWEAR IS RECOMMENDED AT ALL TIMES.
Failure to comply with these rules, or any instruction given by a Plie Pilates instructor, can and likely will result in the forfeiture of our services. This experience should be fun for all, and we ask that you kindly follow these simple rules.
COLD PLUNGE
Plie Pilates offers clients the opportunity to participate in the “Cold Plunge.” The Cold Plunge consists of submerging your entire body in cold water to relieve muscle soreness, reduce inflammation, reduce stress and anxiety, and boost immunity. By engaging in the Cold Plunge, you hereby represent the and acknowledge the following:
***DO NOT USE THE FACILITY IF YOU HAVE RECENTLY CONSUMED ALCOHOL, DRUGS OR MEDICATIONS. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK***
• I understand the nature of cold-water activities and that I and/or my minor child are qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such Activities. People with cardiac issues should not participate. We recommend consulting with your doctor before participating in the Cold Plunge.
• I further acknowledge that the Activity will be conducted at Plie Pilates LLC, d/b/a Penche Pilates location(s). I acknowledge that if I and/or my minor child believe that any event conditions are unsafe, I and/or my minor child will immediately discontinue participation in the Activity.
• I fully understand that cold water events involve risks of serious bodily injury, including permanent disability, paralysis, increased heart rate, stroke, drowning, hypothermia, and death, which may be caused by my own actions, or inactions, those of others participating in the event, the conditions in which the event takes place, or the negligence of the "releasees" named below; and that there may be other risks either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I fully accept and assume all such risks and all responsibility for losses, costs, and damages I and/or my minor child incur as a result of my and/or my minor child’s participation in the Activity.
• I fully understand that at times, water and/or other slippery substances may be on the floor at or near the Cold Plunge and/or Sauna. I understand that I have been warned and/or made aware of the possibility of water on the floor/ground at or near the Cold Plunge and/or Sauna. I understand and acknowledge the possibility of slipping and falling while on the premises.
SAUNA
Plie Pilates offers clients the opportunity to use a hot/steam sauna. The sauna consists of controlled heat sessions designed to improve blood circulation, relieve stress, and aid the body in recovery after a workout. By engaging in use of the sauna, you hereby represent and acknowledge the following:
***DO NOT USE THE FACILITY IF YOU HAVE RECENTLY CONSUMED ALCOHOL, DRUGS OR MEDICATIONS. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK***
• I understand the nature of hot/steam sauna activities and that I and/or my minor child are qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such Activities. People with cardiac conditions, under the age of 7, pregnant women, people with seizure disorders and/or high blood pressure should not use the sauna. Likewise, if you feel dehydrated you should not use the sauna. We recommend consulting with your doctor before using the Sauna.
• I fully understand that hot saunas involve risks of serious bodily injury, including increased heart rate, dehydration, and possibly even death, which may be caused by my own actions, or inactions, those of others participating in the event, the conditions in which the event takes place, or the negligence of the "releasees" named below; and that there may be other risks either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I fully accept and assume all such risks and all responsibility for losses, costs, and damages I and/or my minor child incur as a result of my and/or my minor child’s participation in the Activity.
• PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO THE SAUNA AND STEAM ROOM MAY CAUSE YOUR BODY TO OVERHEAT. LIMIT YOURSELF TO A MAXIMUM OF TEN (10) MINUTES. EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT AND YOU NEED TO KNOW WHAT YOUR BODY CAN HANDLE FOR TEMPERATURE. OVEREXPOSURE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES AND HUMIDITY CAN BE DANGEROUS TO YOUR HEALTH.
• EXIT IMMEDIATELY IF NAUSEOUS, UNCOMFORTABLE, DIZZY, OR SLEEPY.
• BE AWARE THAT DIRECT CONTACT WITH STEAM HEAD / UNIT IN OUR STEAM ROOM, SAUNA ROCKS, OR SAUNA HEATERS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY. ANY METAL IN THE SAUNA OR STEAM ROOM WILL RETAIN HEAT AND THEREFORE IS NOT SUGGESTED TO BRING INTO THE HEATED ROOMS OR USE DURING YOUR SAUNA OR STEAM SESSIONS.
LIABILITY RELEASE
I, as the customer agree to participate in a service/class offered by Plie Pilates, LLC, d/b/a Penche Pilates, and irrevocably and unconditionally, without limitation, release Plie Pilates, LLC, d/b/a Penche Pilates and all its owners, employees, agents, or servants from and against any and all actual or threatened losses, liabilities (including but not limited to: liability for personal injury or death), claims, damages, obligations, additional payments, costs and expenses, however caused and on any theory of liability, whether brought directly, derivatively, in contract, strict liability, statutory liability, common law liability, or tort arising out of, or relating to my or any of my guests participation in any of the services/classes offered by Plie Pilates, LLC, d/b/a Penche Pilates. I understand that this release applies to and includes the use of the Cold Plunge.
INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Plie Pilates, LLC, d/b/a Penche Pilates and all of its owners, employees, agents, or servants (including but not limited to: on site personnel) from and against any and all actual or threatened losses, liabilities (including but not limited to: liability for personal injury or death), claims, damages, obligations, additional payments, costs and expenses, however caused and on any theory of liability, whether brought directly, derivatively, in contract, strict liability, statutory liability, common law liability, or tort arising out of, or relating to, my or any of my guests’ participation in any of the services/classes offered by Plie Pilates, LLC, d/b/a Penche Pilates. I understand that this indemnity agreement applies to and includes the use of the Cold Plunge. I understand and agree that Plie Pilates, LLC, d/b/a Penche Pilates, does not imply or make any guarantee whatsoever of the safety of me or any member of my party. This release and waiver apply to myself and any person or minor child I bring onto the premises. I understand that this agreement is a material and necessary condition for my use of or participation in any of PliePilates LLC, d/b/a Penche Pilates services/classes.
EVERY CLIENT WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SIGNING AND AGREEING TO THIS LIABILITY WAIVER IN STUDIO BEFORE THEIR CLASS/SESSION.