GRINDTIME FITNESS LLC
WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
(READ CAREFULLY – THIS AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS)
1. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF INHERENT RISKS
I understand and acknowledge that participation in fitness activities, including but not limited to strength training, weightlifting, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), cardiovascular exercise, personal training, and group classes, involves inherent and significant risks of injury.
These risks include, but are not limited to:
Muscle strains, sprains, tears, and fractures
Slips, trips, and falls
Equipment malfunction or misuse
Overexertion, dehydration, or heat-related illness
Serious injury, disability, or death
I acknowledge that these risks may arise from my own actions or inactions, the actions or negligence of others, or the condition of the facility, equipment, or premises.
2. EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I voluntarily choose to participate in activities at Grindtime Fitness LLC and knowingly and freely assume all risks, both known and unknown, inherent or otherwise, even if arising from the ordinary negligence of Grindtime Fitness LLC, its owners, managers, employees, contractors, or agents.
3. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN, I HEREBY WAIVE, RELEASE, AND DISCHARGE GRINDTIME FITNESS LLC, ITS OWNERS, MANAGERS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, AND AGENTS FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, DEMANDS, OR CAUSES OF ACTION FOR:
PERSONAL INJURY
ILLNESS OR MEDICAL CONDITIONS
PROPERTY DAMAGE OR LOSS
WRONGFUL DEATH
WHETHER CAUSED BY THE ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE OF GRINDTIME FITNESS LLC OR OTHERWISE. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS AGREEMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO GROSS NEGLIGENCE OR WILLFUL OR WANTON MISCONDUCT, WHICH CANNOT BE WAIVED UNDER MICHIGAN LAW.
4. MEDICAL REPRESENTATION AND EMERGENCY CARE
I certify that:
I am physically able to participate in fitness activities
I have no condition that would prevent safe participation, or I have consulted a physician
I will inform staff of any medical conditions or limitations
I hereby authorize Grindtime Fitness LLC staff to obtain emergency medical care for me if deemed necessary. I agree to be fully responsible for any and all medical costs incurred.
5. RESPONSIBILITY FOR PERSONAL SAFETY
I agree to:
Use all equipment properly and safely
Follow all instructions and guidance from staff
Stop exercising immediately if I experience pain, dizziness, or discomfort
Maintain awareness of my physical limits
I accept full responsibility for my participation and conduct.
6. EQUIPMENT AND FACILITY USE
I understand that the use of exercise equipment and facilities involves inherent risks. I assume full responsibility for any injury or damage resulting from my use or misuse of equipment or facilities.
7. INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS
I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Grindtime Fitness LLC, its owners, managers, employees, contractors, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of or related to my participation, actions, or breach of this agreement.
8. INSURANCE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I understand that Grindtime Fitness LLC does not provide health, accident, or liability insurance for participants. I acknowledge that I am responsible for maintaining my own insurance coverage.
9. COMMUNICABLE DISEASE ACKNOWLEDGMENT (OPTIONAL BUT RECOMMENDED)
I acknowledge the risk of exposure to communicable diseases, including but not limited to COVID-19, and voluntarily assume all such risks associated with my presence in the facility.
10. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND ARBITRATION
Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to this agreement or my participation at Grindtime Fitness LLC shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration in the State of Michigan, in accordance with applicable arbitration rules. I knowingly waive my right to a jury trial.
11. GOVERNING LAW
This agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan.
12. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
13. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This document constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior agreements or understandings.
14. ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND VOLUNTARY SIGNATURE
I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. I FULLY UNDERSTAND THAT I AM WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE. I SIGN THIS AGREEMENT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.
Participant Name: N/A
Date: 6/28/2026