Introduction to Western Dressage

By my signature below, I, the participant, acknowledge that I have voluntarily applied to participate in the following equine activities, which activities are produced and/or sponsored by Western Dressage Association of Colorado, (WDACO). Western Dressage clinic, show or event name: Introduction to Western Dressage, Date: June 1, 2024. In consideration of the Event Sponsors allowing me to participate in the Activities, I agree as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Assumption of Risks. I acknowledge that there are numerous inherent risks associated with equine activities, including but not limited to: (a) the propensity of equines to behave in such ways as to result in injury or death to persons around them; (b) the unpredictability of an equine’s reaction to such things as sounds, sudden movements, unfamiliar objects, persons or other animals; (c) collision with other animals; and (d) the potential of participants to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to injury to the participant or others. With full knowledge and appreciation of these and other inherent risks associated with the Activities, I freely and voluntarily assume such risks. Wavier and Release of Liability. Understanding and assuming the risks of the Activities, I hereby waive any and all rights to sue and hereby release the Event Sponsors and their respective directors, officers, members, employees, volunteers, agents, contractors and representatives (collectively, the “Releases”) from any and all liability, loss, claims or actions that I, my assignees, heirs, or legal representatives may have for property damage, injury or death (including to my horse) resulting from the Activities. This wavier and release is effective even if the property damage, injury or death is caused by or contributed to by actions or failure to act of the Releases that constitute ordinary negligence or a violation of any applicable law pertaining to equine activity liabilities. Permission to Summon Medical Assistance. If I am injured during the course of participating in the Activities and am unable to verbally communicate, I hereby grant permission to the Event Sponsors to summon medical assistance for me if they deem it necessary in their sole discretion. I further agree to be financially responsible for payment of all costs resulting from the rendering of medical aid and/or ambulance services in the event of an injury, accident, illness to me while participating in any activities associated with the Western Dressage Event. Indemnification. I also agree to indemnify and hold harmless the WDACO, and their respective clinicians, judges, officers, directors, managers, members, employees, agents, assistants, representatives, assigns and others acting on their behalf against all liability, claim, loss, action or expenses which are sustained, suffered or incurred by any third person(s) that I may cause (directly or indirectly) while engaged in any or all of the Activities at any time and at any location in connection with my attendance or participation in the event or instruction. [”Third persons” are any and all people who are not parties to this Agreement and includes, but is not limited to, my relatives, guest or other clinic participants, spectators or visitors, etc.]. The indemnification shall include reimbursement of the Clinician’s, Judge’s or Facilitator’s reasonable attorney fees. Intent. This document is intended to be as broad and inclusive as applicable state law permits. If any clause conflicts with applicable law, only that clause will be void but the remainder shall stay in full force and effect. I, for myself and/or on behalf of my child or legal ward, have been fully warned and advised by the WDACO, and their clinicians, judges and facilitators, hereinafter referred to Agent, that I should purchase and wear properly fitted and secured ASTM-standard/SEI-certified protective headgear (helmet and strap) that is designed for use by equestrians when riding or near horses and ponies in order to reduce the severity of some head injuries and possible prevent death from happening as the result of a fall or other occurrences. I am not relying on the Agent or anyone affiliated with the Agent to provide a certified equestrian helmet or headgear for me, to check any helmet or strap that I may wear or to monitor my compliance with this suggestion at any time – now or in the future. Children under the age of 18 must wear a helmet. If I choose to wear an ASTMstandard/SEI certified helmet and headgear, or if I choose not to, this is my decision alone. Under Colorado Law, an equine professional is not liable for any injury to or the death of a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities pursuant to section 13-2-120, Colorado Revised Statutes. Under Colorado Law, an equine professional is not liable for any injury to or the death of a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities pursuant to section 13-2-120, Colorado Revised Statutes.