Welcome to the Fitness Center at Santa Fe College. In consideration of being allowed to utilize the Fitness Center equipment and participate in activities (including but not limited to Yoga), I acknowledge and agree as follows:

1.       I will follow College rules, procedures, and guidelines and follow any directions provided by the College.

2.       My participation in and use of Fitness Center is completely voluntary.

3.       I understand it is recommended that I seek approval from my physician before implementing an exercise regimen, as there may be significant health risks associated with exercising. I declare myself to be physically sound and suffering from no condition, impairment, disease, infirmity, or other illness that would prevent my participation in any fitness/wellness Fitness Center activity.

4.       I understand that there are risks of injury from participation in exercise and use of exercise equipment and that I may sustain serious injuries including, but not limited to, bodily harm, disease, strains, fractures, partial and/or total paralysis, death or other ailments that could cause serious disability. Though rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce risks, the risks of serious injury do exist. I further understand there are inherent dangers and risks associated with the use of this facility and any fitness or wellness activity occurring therein.

5.       I also understand that injury or death may result if equipment is not used properly.

6.       I represent that I know how to use the facilities and equipment and that I will use them safely.

7.       I understand I am not permitted to share my SF Identification Card with or to permit access to the Fitness Center to another person.

8.       I, on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, agree to  INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, HOLD HARMLESS, PROMISE NOT TO SUE, AND FOREVER DISCHARGE Santa Fe College and The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, and their officers, officials, agents, volunteers, and employees (collectively the “RELEASEES”), from and against any and all liabilities, claims, demands and actions, or causes of action, WITH RESPECT TO INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage or costs to person or property, including attorneys’ fees, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, which may arise out of my use of any equipment or my participation in Fitness Center activities at Santa Fe College.

9.       I WAIVE, RELEASE AND DISCHARGE any right I might otherwise have and COVENANT NOT TO SUE said RELEASEES in connection with any such liability.

10.    I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others and assume full responsibility for my participation in and use of the Fitness Center at Santa Fe College.

I have read this release, understand it, sign it voluntarily, and agree to it in its entirety.

Santa Fe College (SF) is committed to maintaining a work and educational environment that embraces diversity and where no member of the college community is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subject to discrimination in any college program or activity based on: their race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, political opinions or affiliations, or veteran status. This commitment applies to employees, volunteers, students, and, to the extent possible, to third parties, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, and the general public. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies or concerns about discrimination or harassment, including concerns about sexual harassment or sexual violence under Title IX, should be directed to: Lara Zwilling, Equity Officer and Title IX Coordinator, 3000 NW 83rd Street, R-Annex, Room, 113, Gainesville, Florida 32606, (352) 395-5950, equity.officer@sfcollege.edu.