Liability Waiver and Assumption of Risk

At MeOwl Studio, client care begins with clarity. This waiver explains the risks associated with Pilates and movement-based instruction and outlines the terms that apply to participation in private sessions, duets, group classes, workshops, and use of studio equipment and facilities.

By booking or participating in any MeOwl Studio service, each participant acknowledges that movement-based exercise involves inherent risks and agrees to the terms below.

Liability Waiver and Assumption of Risk

This Liability Waiver and Assumption of Risk Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between MeOwl Studio and the participant named in the related booking or studio records (“Participant”). In consideration of being permitted to participate in Pilates instruction, fitness training, movement coaching, classes, duet sessions, private sessions, workshops, and use of studio facilities, equipment, and premises, Participant agrees as follows.

1. Covered activities

This Agreement applies to all services and activities offered by MeOwl Studio, including but not limited to:

• Private Pilates sessions

• Duet sessions

• Group classes

• Mat Pilates

• Reformer or apparatus-based Pilates

• Stretching, mobility, balance, and stability training

• Strength and conditioning related to Pilates instruction

• Use of any studio equipment, props, flooring, furniture, waiting areas, entrances, exits, and related premises

California cases involving fitness clubs have enforced waivers that clearly cover exercise participation, instruction, supervision, and equipment use.

2. Acknowledgment of risk

Participant understands that Pilates, exercise, and physical training involve inherent and other risks, known and unknown, including but not limited to muscle strain, soreness, cramping, sprains, falls, dizziness, aggravation of pre-existing conditions, joint or spinal injuries, cardiovascular events, equipment misuse, serious injury, permanent disability, and death.

Participant understands that these risks may arise from personal exertion, studio conditions, use of equipment, the acts or omissions of others, or ordinary negligence to the fullest extent legally waivable under California law.

3. Health and voluntary participation

Participant states that participation is voluntary and that Participant is physically able to engage in the activities offered. Participant agrees to consult a physician before participating if there is any concern about medical condition, injury history, pregnancy, surgery, dizziness, heart condition, spinal condition, or any other issue affecting safe participation.

Participant agrees to inform MeOwl Studio before or during any session of pain, discomfort, injury, pregnancy, medical restrictions, or changes in physical condition.

4. Assumption of risk

Participant knowingly and voluntarily assumes all risks of injury, illness, property loss, damage, disability, or death arising out of or related to participation in MeOwl Studio activities, receipt of instruction or supervision, use of equipment, or presence on the premises, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

5. Release of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Participant releases and discharges MeOwl Studio and its owners, members, managers, instructors, employees, contractors, agents, representatives, successors, assigns, and affiliates from claims, demands, causes of action, damages, costs, expenses, or liability for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death arising out of or related to participation in studio activities, use of equipment, receipt of instruction or supervision, or presence on the premises, including claims based on ordinary negligence.

This release does not apply to claims that cannot legally be waived under California law, including gross negligence, reckless conduct, willful misconduct, fraud, or statutory violations.

6. Emergency response

If Participant becomes injured or ill, MeOwl Studio may provide or summon first aid, emergency response, transportation, or medical treatment considered appropriate under the circumstances. Participant understands that MeOwl Studio does not assume responsibility for medical costs arising from such care.

7. Studio rules and participant responsibility

Participant agrees to follow all written and verbal instructions, safety guidance, sanitation rules, and equipment directions provided by MeOwl Studio. Participant agrees to stop any activity immediately and notify the instructor if pain, dizziness, numbness, shortness of breath, or discomfort occurs.

8. Personal property

MeOwl Studio is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property brought onto the premises.

9. Pregnancy and special conditions

Participant acknowledges that pregnancy, postpartum recovery, hypermobility, prior injury, surgery, osteoporosis, neurological conditions, and other special circumstances may increase risk. Participant accepts responsibility for obtaining any appropriate medical clearance and disclosing relevant information before participation.

10. Minors

If the participant is under 18 years of age, a parent or legal guardian must sign on the minor’s behalf and agrees to these terms to the fullest extent permitted by law.

11. Photo and video consent

Photographs or videos may occasionally be taken for marketing, editorial, or promotional purposes. Participation does not authorize use of a person’s image unless separate consent is given where required.