Refers to Proving Grounds Athletic Limited, including its directors, officers, employees,contractors, coaches, trainers, advisors, volunteers, affiliates, representatives, sponsors, eventorganisers, platform providers, and any persons or entities acting on its behalf.
Refers to participation in any Proving Grounds Athletic service, environment, program, event, facility, competition, or digital platform, including but not limited to:
● strength and conditioning training
● group or private coaching
● performance testing
● competitions and events
● standards assessments and leaderboard participation
● facility access
● wellness or nutritional guidance
● digital coaching and app-based services
● remote participation and online programming
● educational content and media participation
I acknowledge and agree that participation in any Activity involves inherent and significant risks,
including but not limited to:
● physical exertion and fatigue
● slips, falls, or equipment failure
● injury caused by equipment, facilities, or other participants
● environmental or weather-related hazards
● dehydration, illness, or medical complications
● aggravation of pre-existing conditions
● muscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, or neurological injury
● serious injury, permanent disability, or death
I understand that risks may arise from both known and unknown causes and may occur despite reasonable precautions.
I voluntarily choose to participate entirely at my own risk.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I:
● release, waive, and discharge Proving Grounds Athletic and all associated parties from any claims, liabilities, demands, damages, losses, actions, or causes of action arising from participation in any Activity
● indemnify and hold harmless Proving Grounds Athletic and associated parties against any claims, costs, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from my participation, conduct, or breach of this Agreement
● acknowledge that this waiver applies even where injury, loss, or damage may result from negligence, except where liability cannot legally be excluded under New Zealand law
I understand that this Agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by
applicable law.
I confirm that:
● I am medically and physically fit to participate in Activities
● I have not been advised against participation in physical activity by a qualified medical professional
● I will immediately notify Proving Grounds Athletic of any injury, illness, limitation, or condition that may affect safe participation
● I voluntarily accept all risks associated with participation
I understand that Proving Grounds Athletic does not provide medical, physiotherapy, clinical, or healthcare advice.
Any coaching, recovery guidance, nutrition information, biometric analysis, app metrics, or educational content is provided for general fitness, athletic, and educational purposes only.
I understand that I should seek advice from appropriately qualified medical professionals regarding injuries, medical conditions, rehabilitation, or health concerns.
In the event of illness, injury, medical emergency, or incapacity during participation, I authorise Proving Grounds Athletic to seek emergency medical assistance on my behalf where reasonably necessary.
I acknowledge that:
● emergency response times and medical outcomes cannot be guaranteed
● I remain financially responsible for any medical treatment, ambulance transport, or related costs incurred
I confirm that I am 18 years of age or older and fully understand this Agreement.
If signing on behalf of a minor:
● I am the parent or legal guardian of the participant
● I agree to the terms of this Agreement on behalf of both myself and the minor
● I accept responsibility for the participant’s conduct and participation
● I agree to indemnify Proving Grounds Athletic and associated parties accordingly
I understand that Proving Grounds Athletic may provide coaching, programming, education, communication, standards systems, verification systems, and support through digital or remote platforms including:
● mobile applications
● websites
● email or SMS communication
● video analysis
● remote coaching systems
● leaderboard or standards platforms
● wearable integrations or tracking systems
I acknowledge that remote participation occurs without direct physical supervision and that I remain solely responsible for:
● using safe and correct technique
● exercising within my physical capabilities
● monitoring my own health and fatigue levels
● maintaining a safe training environment
● ensuring equipment used is appropriate and safe
Digital content, communication, and coaching are educational in nature and do not replace medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or in-person supervision. I accept full responsibility for any outcomes arising from the use or misuse of digital services,
programming, coaching, or educational materials.
I understand that events, standards testing, competitions, benchmarking, leaderboard participation, and performance assessments may involve maximal or high-intensity physical effort.
I acknowledge that:
● these activities may significantly increase the risk of injury, illness, fatigue, or overexertion
● performance submissions or rankings may be reviewed, verified, modified, rejected, or removed by Proving Grounds Athletic
● verification and eligibility decisions remain final
● participation does not guarantee rankings, records, or recognition
I voluntarily accept all associated risks relating to participation in these Activities.
I acknowledge that Proving Grounds Athletic may collect performance and biometric information including:
● body composition measurements
● performance metrics
● movement assessments
● training and recovery data
● standards and leaderboard data
● event or competition results
This information is collected for coaching, educational, tracking, operational, and performance purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
I consent to the collection, use, storage, and processing of this information in accordance with the Privacy Policy.
I grant Proving Grounds Athletic the right to:
● photograph, film, record, reproduce, edit, publish, display, distribute, and archive my participation, image, likeness, voice, name, performance results, or submitted content
● use this content in promotional, educational, editorial, historical, social media, commercial, or community materials worldwide and in perpetuity without compensation
I acknowledge that:
● events, facilities, leaderboards, and digital environments may contain ongoing photography or videography
● publicly visible rankings, results, or performance content may be shared within Proving Grounds Athletic systems or media
● exclusion from incidental or group media content cannot always be guaranteed
If I wish to request limited exclusion from media capture, I must submit a written request prior to
participation.
I acknowledge that participation in in-person Activities may involve exposure to communicable illnesses, viruses, bacteria, or other health risks.
I voluntarily accept these risks and agree to comply with all applicable health, hygiene, and safety requirements.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I waive claims relating to illness or exposure arising from participation except where liability cannot legally be excluded.
I understand that fitness, athletic, health, and performance outcomes vary between individuals based on factors including:
● effort and consistency
● nutrition and recovery
● genetics and physiology
● pre-existing conditions
● training history
● external circumstances
Proving Grounds Athletic does not guarantee specific outcomes, results, rankings, physical changes, or performance achievements.
I understand that Proving Grounds Athletic reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate access to services, facilities, competitions, events, communities, or digital platforms without refund where reasonably necessary, including in cases of:
● unsafe behaviour
● harassment or misconduct
● fraudulent submissions
● breach of rules, standards, or platform policies
● disruptive, abusive, unlawful, or inappropriate conduct
Respectful, safe, and responsible behaviour is expected across all Proving Grounds Athletic environments.
I consent to the collection, storage, processing, and use of personal, training, performance, and health-related information for the purpose of providing services and operating Proving Grounds Athletic systems.
Proving Grounds Athletic agrees to:
● handle personal information in accordance with applicable New Zealand privacy laws
● take reasonable steps to protect personal information
● not disclose personal information except where authorised, reasonably necessary, or legally required
Please refer to the Privacy Policy for additional information.
This Agreement is governed by the laws of New Zealand.
Any disputes relating to this Agreement or participation in Proving Grounds Athletic Activitiesshall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.
By signing, registering, participating in Activities, accessing facilities, using digital systems, or engaging with Proving Grounds
Athletic services, I confirm that:
● I have read and understood this Participant Waiver & Release of Liability
● I understand that it affects my legal rights
● I voluntarily agree to its terms
● I voluntarily accept all associated risks
● this Agreement applies to current and future participation in Proving Grounds Athletic Activities
