Waiver & Club Policies

Informed Consent, Liability Waiver, Medical Authorization, and Media Release

I, the undersigned parent or legal guardian, hereby give permission for my child to participate in all activities, practices, training sessions, competitions, conditioning, travel, and events associated with the Joelton Wrestling Club (“JWC”).

I understand and acknowledge that participation in wrestling and related athletic activities involves inherent risks, including but not limited to serious bodily injury, permanent disability, paralysis, illness, communicable diseases, concussion, emotional injury, property damage, or death. I voluntarily assume all known and unknown risks associated with my child’s participation in JWC activities, including risks arising from contact with other participants, equipment, facilities, transportation, and athletic activities.

In consideration for being allowed to participate, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless the Joelton Wrestling Club, its board members, coaches, instructors, volunteers, representatives, sponsoring organizations, affiliated participants, facility owners, landlords, and event staff from any and all claims, liabilities, demands, actions, damages, costs, or expenses arising out of or related to any injury, illness, loss, damage, or accident sustained by my child during participation in JWC activities or events, including travel to and from such activities, except where prohibited by law.

I further acknowledge and agree that certain Joelton Wrestling Club activities, camps, practices, open mats, or events may be hosted, conducted, or held at facilities owned, operated, or maintained by third parties, including but not limited to First Baptist Church Joelton and the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, specifically Paradise Ridge Community Center. In consideration for my child being permitted to participate in activities at these facilities, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and agree not to hold liable First Baptist Church Joelton, Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Paradise Ridge Community Center, and their respective employees, agents, representatives, staff, volunteers, and affiliates from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, injuries, losses, or causes of action arising out of or related to my child’s participation in JWC activities conducted at those facilities, except where prohibited by law.

I understand and acknowledge that parents and guardians are solely responsible for arranging transportation for their child to and from JWC activities unless otherwise specifically arranged. In situations where transportation is voluntarily coordinated between parents, guardians, coaches, or other individuals, I acknowledge that such transportation is not provided or controlled by JWC. I agree not to hold JWC, its coaches, volunteers, board members, participating families, or drivers liable for any accidents, injuries, damages, or losses that may occur during such transportation, except where prohibited by law.

I certify that my child is physically capable of participating in wrestling activities and that I will disclose any relevant medical conditions, allergies, injuries, medications, or limitations to the club. I understand that suspected concussions, illnesses, or serious injuries must be reported immediately and that coaches or club representatives may restrict participation until appropriate medical clearance is provided.

I acknowledge the risk of exposure to communicable illnesses, including but not limited to COVID-19, influenza, MRSA, skin infections, and other contagious conditions commonly associated with athletic participation.

In the event of a medical emergency, I authorize JWC representatives, coaches, or volunteers to obtain emergency medical treatment for my child if I cannot be reached immediately. I understand that I am solely responsible for maintaining medical insurance coverage for my child and for any medical expenses incurred.

JWC reserves the right to suspend or remove any participant or parent whose behavior is deemed unsafe, disruptive, abusive, threatening, inappropriate, or detrimental to the club environment or the safety and well being of others.

I also grant permission for the Joelton Wrestling Club to photograph and/or record my child during club activities and events. I authorize JWC to use such photographs, video recordings, or likenesses for promotional, educational, advertising, website, social media, fundraising, and other club related purposes without compensation. I understand that if I do not wish for my child’s image or likeness to be used, I must submit a written request to the Joelton Wrestling Club Board, and JWC will make reasonable efforts to honor that request moving forward.

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee.

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have carefully read and fully understand this waiver and release. I understand that I am giving up certain legal rights on behalf of myself and my child, and I voluntarily agree to the terms stated herein.