Recess Olympics Waiver

Recess Olympics Waiver: Assumption of Risk, Release and Code of Conduct

Version 2026-11-06 · Hopping 4 A Cure

1. The activity. The Recess Olympics and Hopping 4 A Cure hopscotch tournaments involve hopping, jumping, running, spinning, balancing, tossing bean bags, relay races, obstacle courses and other playground-style games, including team relays with a wheelchair sprint leg. These activities carry risks, including but not limited to:

• slips, trips and falls
• sprains, strains, fractures and other injuries
• contact or collisions with other participants, spectators, volunteers or equipment
• being struck by bean bags or other game equipment
• uneven, wet or hard surfaces such as pavement, turf, grass or chalked lines
• heat, sun, rain and other weather
• dehydration and physical exertion
• the actions of other people

In consideration of being allowed to participate, I knowingly and voluntarily assume all of these risks, known and unknown, including bodily injury, illness, death, and loss of or damage to property, arising in any way out of my attendance at or participation in the event and related activities.

2. My health and safety. I am responsible for:

• dressing appropriately and wearing suitable footwear
• staying hydrated
• knowing my own health and limits

I am physically able to take part, or I will take part only in the activities I can do safely. I may stop or sit out at any time, and I will tell a volunteer if I need an accommodation, feel unwell, or see a hazard. I will follow the game rules and the instructions of judges, volunteers and event staff.

If I am unable to consent, I authorize event staff to obtain first aid and emergency medical treatment for me. I am responsible for any resulting costs.

3. Release. For myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, I release, discharge and agree not to sue the following ("Released Parties") from any and all liability, claims, demands and causes of action arising out of my participation in or attendance at this event and related activities:

• Hopping 4 A Cure (EIN 45-4943526) and its chapters
• their respective officers, directors, volunteers, judges, employees and agents
• event sponsors and partner organizations
• the owners and operators of the event venue

This includes claims resulting from the negligence of any Released Party. It does not cover gross negligence or intentional misconduct.

4. Scope. This assumption of risk and release is as broad and inclusive as the law allows. If any part of this agreement is held invalid, the rest stays in full force and effect. This agreement is governed by the laws of the state where the event takes place.

5. Code of conduct. Hopping 4 A Cure is committed to a safe, welcoming event for everyone. Harassment, bullying and discrimination are not tolerated, including on the basis of:

• race, color, religion or creed
• sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression
• national origin, ancestry or citizenship status
• age, or physical or mental disability, including Multiple Sclerosis and other health conditions
• pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or genetic information
• any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law

Organizers may remove anyone whose behavior puts others at risk.

6. Photos and video. Permission to use my name, photos and video is optional and asked separately at sign-up.

7. Agreement. I have read, understand and agree to the terms of this agreement. I am 18 or older, or my parent or legal guardian agrees below. Checking the box or tapping "agree" has the same effect as my handwritten signature.

Parent or guardian consent (participants under 18)

I am the parent or legal guardian of the participant. I consent to their participation, I have read this agreement, and I agree to its terms on behalf of myself and the participant, including the assumption of risk and release above. If I cannot be reached, I authorize event staff to obtain first aid and emergency medical treatment for the participant.

NOTICE TO THE MINOR CHILD'S NATURAL GUARDIAN

READ THIS FORM COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY. YOU ARE AGREEING TO LET YOUR MINOR CHILD ENGAGE IN A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ACTIVITY. YOU ARE AGREEING THAT, EVEN IF HOPPING 4 A CURE AND THE OTHER RELEASED PARTIES USE REASONABLE CARE IN PROVIDING THIS ACTIVITY, THERE IS A CHANCE YOUR CHILD MAY BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR KILLED BY PARTICIPATING IN THIS ACTIVITY BECAUSE THERE ARE CERTAIN DANGERS INHERENT IN THE ACTIVITY WHICH CANNOT BE AVOIDED OR ELIMINATED. BY SIGNING THIS FORM YOU ARE GIVING UP YOUR CHILD'S RIGHT AND YOUR RIGHT TO RECOVER FROM HOPPING 4 A CURE AND THE OTHER RELEASED PARTIES IN A LAWSUIT FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH, TO YOUR CHILD OR ANY PROPERTY DAMAGE THAT RESULTS FROM THE RISKS THAT ARE A NATURAL PART OF THE ACTIVITY. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO SIGN THIS FORM, AND HOPPING 4 A CURE HAS THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO LET YOUR CHILD PARTICIPATE IF YOU DO NOT SIGN THIS FORM.