Declaration

I understand and acknowledge that:

1. I am participating in a retreat offered by Carer Escapes, during which I may receive information and instructions about health, emotions, carer roles and responsibilities, yoga, meditation, and the emotional and psychological impacts of being a carer.
2. I may be engaging in physical activities such as bush walks, fitness classes, and swims. I recognise that these activities require physical exertion that may be strenuous and cause physical injury. As such, I am fully aware of the risks and hazards involved.
3. If I am pregnant, I will take the necessary steps to ensure my doctor and health care providers are aware that I am participating in this retreat.
4. I agree to notify facilitators of any medical issues, physical or psychological, that may affect my safety or participation, so that activities can be adapted for me where needed.

Agreement

By signing this waiver, I agree to:

1. Pay due regard for the safety, consideration and confidentiality of other participants in all retreat activities.
2. Assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries, or damages, seen or unforeseen, which I might incur as a result of participating in the retreat.
3. Voluntarily and expressly waive any and all claims, costs, suits, demands, liabilities, actions, penalties, and expenses against Carer Escapes and its officers, employees, agents and subcontractors resulting from, or in connection with, any injury, loss or damage that may occur, to me or my property, or to any other party as a result of my actions or omissions, during the time I spend on the property or at the retreat.
4. Consult with an appropriate medical practitioner before the retreat if I have any concerns about my ability to participate safely, and disclose to Carer Escapes any medical or psychological conditions that may affect my participation.
5. Inform Carer Escapes by email of any health-related issues that may affect me or others while participating in the retreat.
6. Abstain from consuming drugs (excluding prescription drugs) and/or alcohol before or during a retreat activity.
7. Acknowledge that Carer Escapes may use photos taken during the retreat for advertising and sponsorship applications unless I express otherwise.
8. Understand and agree that no part of the Carer Escapes content, course material, processes, or any other intellectual property, including that on our website, social media and information gathering forms, can be copied or used for personal gain or given to third parties.

Australian Consumer Law

Nothing in this waiver excludes, restricts or modifies any consumer guarantee, right or remedy that cannot lawfully be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law — including liability for gross negligence, or for death or personal injury caused by gross negligence, by Carer Escapes or its officers, employees, agents or subcontractors.

Health Disclaimer

While Carer Escapes endeavours to provide retreat participants with accurate and helpful information, any information communicated to participants is not intended to be a substitute for health and medical advice and treatments from a qualified health professional.

Effect of this Document

I acknowledge that I have read and fully understand the meaning of this document. I understand that, to the extent permitted by the law of New South Wales, I am providing my complete and unconditional release of all liability against the officers, agents, subcontractors, and employees of Carer Escapes.