I understand and acknowledge that participation in a recreational activity can be hazardous, and I hereby assume all risk associated with this activity. I, and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release Fulton County Schools, the City of Johns Creek, Johns Creek Athletics, Newtown Recreation Inc., its co - sponsors, their representatives and successors, and all instructors from all claims and liabilities of any kind arising out of my child's participation in this activity.

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Johns Creek Athletics, Newtown Recreation and Johns Creek Recreation & Parks Division may photograph or videotape registrants, participants, and spectators in our programs, special events, or facilities. Such photographs are for Newtown Recreation and/or City use only and may be used in publications, brochures, pamphlets, flyers, websites, or video productions.

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Withdrawals MUST be made in writing by sending an email to info@newtownrec.com. Withdrawal requests made before the first week of practice/camp will result in a refund of fees paid minus a $30 non-refundable processing fee. Withdrawals during or after the first week of practice/camp may not be eligible for any refund.

Concussion Policy Waiver:

CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT AND RETURN TO PLAY POLICY

In an effort to reduce the potentially serious health risks associated with youth athletic activities at the City’s parks and recreation facilities, the Johns Creek Recreation & Parks Division (“JCRPD”) Johns Creek Athletics, and Newtown Recreation have established the following Concussion Management and Return to Play Policy (“CMRPP”). Nothing in the CMRPP is intended to create any liability for, or create a cause of action against the City’s governing body or its officers, employees, volunteers, or other designated personnel for any act or omission to act related to the removal or non-removal of a youth athlete from a game, competition, tryout or practice.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF A CONCUSSION

A concussion is a type of brain injury that is caused by a blow to the head or body that jars or shakes the brain inside the skull. It is important to note that an athlete does not have to lose consciousness to have suffered a concussion. The symptoms and signs of a concussion are as follows:

Symptoms Reported by Athlete

Headache
Nausea
Balance problems or dizziness
Double or fuzzy vision
Sensitivity to light or noise
Feeling sluggish
Feeling foggy or groggy
Concentration or memory problems
Confusion

Signs Observed by Others

Appears dazed or stunned
Is confused about assignment
Forgets plays
Is unsure of game, score or opponent
Moves clumsily
Answers questions slowly
Loses consciousness
Shows behavior or personality changes
Can’t recall events prior to hit or fall
Can’t recall events after hit or fall

COVID Policy Waiver:

WAIVER/RELEASE FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES INCLUDING COVID-19

ASSUMPTION OF RISK / WAIVER OF LIABILITY / INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT

In consideration of being allowed to participate on behalf of JOHNS CREEK ATHLETICS/NEWTOWN RECREATION athletic program and related youth events and activities, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that:

1. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to MRSA, influenza, and COVID-19. While rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist; and,

2. I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,

3. I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation as regards protection against infectious diseases. If, however, I observe any unusual or significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately; and,

4. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS Newtown Recreation/Johns Creek Athletics their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, the City of Johns Creek, and Fulton County Schools, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event (“RELEASEES”), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL ILLNESS, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

****I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT/ACKNOWLEDGING, AND SIGN/ACKNOWLEDGE IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.***

***THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS GIVEN DUE TO COVID-19, ONLY CREDITS TO ACCOUNTS FOR FUTURE SEASONS.

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