Sailing Declaration (to be completed by the parent/ guardian)
I hereby acknowledge and accept that sailing and its associated activities are by their nature ‘adventure water sports’ and that they have certain dangers associated with them. I understand that sailing and its associated activities should not be undertaken without the proper equipment in particular the proper clothing and safety equipment including but not limited to an appropriate life jacket/buoyancy aid. I further understand and accept that sailing and its associated activities are physical activities that should not be attempted by people who are not of a suitable level of fitness. I am not aware of any physical illness/injury/condition that may impact on my sailor’s ability to safely participate in sailing or any other associated activities. I confirm that s/he is a competent swimmer and are comfortable in the water. I understand that they participate in the course entirely at their own risk.
I hereby indemnify the Royal St. George Yacht Club, their trustees, officers, staff, and members (the Club), against any loss or damage, accident, claim, injury, or mishap arising from their use of Club facilities and participation in the training sessions which shall be at their own personal risk.
On behalf of my sailor, I declare that my sailor will use their own boat for these training sessions. I confirm that the boat is appropiately insured against hull, equipment, third-party liability, and related risks for any damage, loss, or injury from its use, with all such insurance liability solely on the owner. I accept responsibility for the vessel's management, control, and crew conduct during Club facility use.
I acknowledge that the Club accept no responsibility for personal injury, loss or damage to my person or property at any time and I confirm that I will not hold the Club responsible for any such injury, loss, or damage.