I, the parent or legal guardian of above mentioned child, warrant that I possess all the rights, powers and privileges of a parent or legal guardian necessary to execute this legal instrument with binding legal effect.
As a parent or legal guardian of above mentioned child, I certify and affirm that I have been completely and thoroughly informed that as a youth attending Dothan 1st Assembly of God (known as Dothan 1st), my child may participate in certain activities which carry with them a degree of risk and danger.
Examples of risky and dangerous activities include, but are not limited to:
1. physical activities, both indoors and outdoors
2. sports, both informal and organized
3. use of recreational equipment
4. field trips, both on and off campus
5. travel by automobile
6. activities around water
I acknowledge and understand that Dothan 1st may offer other activities not listed above that present similar risks or dangers to my child.
I consent to my child’s participation in these activities. I acknowledge and understand that this PARENTAL CERTIFICATION, CONSENT AND RELEASE has the same force and effect regardless of whether the activities engaged in are free or if a fee is charged.
Further, I personally assume, on my child’s behalf, all risk in connection with said activities for any harm, injury or damages that may befall my child as a result of my child’s participation in the activities, whether foreseen or unforeseen, and I still wish to allow my child to proceed with the activities.
I acknowledge and agree that Dothan 1st shall not be held liable in any way for any occurrence resulting directly or indirectly from these activities that result in injury, death, or any damages to my child, me, or my family, heirs, or assigns. In consideration of my child being allowed to participate in these activities, on behalf of my child, I hereby personally assume all risk in connection with said activities, for any harm, injury, or damage that may befall my child, me, or personal injury me or my family, heirs, or assigns while engaged in such activities.
I understand that the terms herein are contractual and not mere recital; I have signed this document as my own free act. It is my intention by signing this document to exempt and release Dothan 1st Center from all liability whatsoever for personal injury, property damage or wrongful death caused by negligence.
I further acknowledge and agree that my signature on the PARENTAL CERTIFICATION, CONSENT AND RELEASE shall constitute a bar to any recovery by my child, me, or my family, heirs, or assigns in all suits and actions that may be instituted against Dothan 1st, its agents, servants or employees for injuries or death to my child, whether or not same resulted from the negligence Dothan 1st, its agents servants, or employees, or due to the negligence of my child or due to the risks ordinarily incident to my child’s participation in these activities, or due to the contributory negligence of my child.
I understand that it is my obligation to inform the management of Dothan 1st of any and all health considerations or medical conditions that would restrict my child’s participation in any and all activities involving Dothan 1st or its programs.
I have fully informed myself of the consents of this PARENTAL CERTIFICATION, CONSENT AND RELEASE by reading it before I signed it.