Waiver
THIS IS AN IMPORTANT DOCUMENT AFFECTING YOUR RIGHTS YOU SHOULD READ IT VERY CAREFULLY AND AGREE ON IT ONLY AFTER YOU ARE SATISFIED THAT YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
By purchasing a Stand Up Surfers Incorporated (SUSinc) membership, one day event pass or registering and participating in any SUSinc event(s) you agree to the below terms and conditions.
I hereby apply for entry to the Gold Cost 10 ft SUP Classic event with the SUSinc. In so applying and in consideration of my application for entry to the Event being accepted I acknowledge and agree that:
1. "Event Organiser" for the purposes of this application and declaration means and includes SUSinc, and includes where the context so permits, its members, and their respective directors, officers, officials, members, servants or agents; "Claim" means and includes any action, suit, proceeding, claim, demand, damage, penalty, cost or expense however arising including but not only limited to negligence but does not include a claim against the Event Organiser under any right expressly conferred under the Event Rules.
2. If my application is accepted I will be permitted to participate in the Events subject to my complying with the rules and regulations for the Event ("Event Rules"), this declaration, and any reasonable direction issued by the Event Organiser or their representatives. I have read, understood and agree to the Event Rules.
3. This document cannot be amended. If I do amend it my application will be null and void and cannot be accepted.
4. Insurance is in place that provides limited cover to me whilst I am participating in the Events. I understand that this insurance may
not cover me for all injury, loss or damage sustained by me and I can, in my own interests, seek and obtain personal insurances
over and above the cover provided.
5. This declaration comprises a contract between the Event Organiser and me. It is necessary and reasonable for promoting and
conducting the Event.
6. Warning: Participation in the Event can be inherently dangerous. I acknowledge that I am exposed to certain risks during theEvent including but not limited to physical hazards, unpredictable and dangerous surf and weather conditions, equipment contact and use and actions by other competitors. I acknowledge that accidents can and often do happen which may result in me being injured or even killed, or my property being damaged. I have voluntarily read and understood this warning and accept and assume the inherent risks in the Events.
7. Exclusion of Liability: I acknowledge that where I am a consumer of recreational services, as defined by any relevant law, certain terms and rights usually implied into a contract for the supply of goods or services may be excluded. I acknowledge that these implied terms and rights and any liability of the Event Organiser flowing from them are expressly excluded to the extent possible by law, by this declaration. To the extent of any liability arising, the liability of the Event Organiser will, at the discretion of the relevant organisation, be limited to the resupply of the services or payment of the cost of having the services supplied again.
8. Release and Indemnity: In consideration of the Event Organiser accepting my application for entry to the Events I:-
a. release and will release the Event Organiser from all Claims that I may have or may have had but for this release arising from or in connection with my participation in the Event; and
b. indemnify and will keep indemnified the Event Organiser to the extent permitted by law in respect of any Claim by any person arising as a result of or in connection with my participation in the Events.
9. Fitness to Participate: I declare that I am medically and physically fit and able to participate in the Event. I will immediately notify the Event Organiser in writing of any change to my medical condition, fitness or ability to participate. I understand and accept that the Event Organisers will continue to rely upon this declaration as evidence of my fitness and ability to participate.
10. Rescue, First Aid & Medical Treatment: I consent to receiving any rescue assistance, first aid or medical treatment that the Event Organiser or authorised representatives consider necessary or desirable during the Events. I will accept the assistance, first aid or medical treatment from the Event Organiser or authorised representatives. I agree to reimburse the Event Organiser for any costs or expenses incurred in providing me with medical treatment.
11. Right to use image: I acknowledge and consent to photographs and electronic images being taken of me during my participation in the Event. I acknowledge that such photographs and images are owned by SUSinc (and share with sponsors of such event) and that it may use the photographs for promotional or other purposes without my further consent being obtained. Further, I consent to the Event Organisers using my name, image, likeness and also my performance in the Event, at any time by any form of media, to promote the Events.
12. Prevailing conditions: I acknowledge and agree that:
a. the Event can and will be effected by the weather conditions;
b. the Event Organiser cannot control the weather and that the weather conditions may change without warning; and
c. there is an element of the "luck of the prevailing conditions" in undertaking the Event; and (d) If the Event is cancelled due to weather or other 'Act of God' conditions or other factors beyond the control of the Event Organiser, my entry fee shall be non-refundable.
13. I have provided the information required. I warrant that all information provided is true and correct. I have read, understood, acknowledge and agree to the above declaration including the warning, exclusion of liability, release and indemnity. I acknowledge that if my application to enter the Events is successful I will be entitled to participate in the Events.
14. Registering for the Gold Coast 10 ft SUP Classic includes a 2 day membership with SUSinc during the event 21st and 22nd May 2022. If the event dates change this membership would apply to new event dates.