NEURODIVERSITY COMMUNITY CENTER
PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE OF LIABILITY & INDEMNIFICATION
(Including Offsite and Wellness Programming)
This Participation Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by the undersigned participant (“Participant”) and, if applicable, the parent or legal guardian of a minor participant (“Parent/Guardian”), in favor of Neurodiversity Community Center, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, contractors, facilitators, agents, representatives, and affiliates (collectively, “NCC”).
By signing below, I acknowledge and agree as follows:
1. VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION
I understand that participation in NCC programs, events, workshops, gatherings, classes, social groups, wellness offerings, and related activities (“Programs”) is voluntary.
Programs may include, but are not limited to:
Community gatherings
Young adult and youth programming
Educational workshops
Outdoor activities
Sound healing, meditation, somatic awareness, and nervous system regulation practices
Offsite or public events
I choose to participate voluntarily and accept full responsibility for my participation (and for any minor in my care).
2. OFFSITE AND THIRD-PARTY VENUES
I understand that NCC Programs may occur at locations not owned, managed, or controlled by NCC, including but not limited to:
Public parks and open spaces
Schools or educational campuses
Commercial or rented facilities
Private residences
Outdoor environments
Third-party venues
I acknowledge that NCC does not own, control, supervise, inspect, or maintain these premises and is not responsible for the condition, accessibility, security, or safety of any third-party location.
I voluntarily assume all risks associated with attending and participating in Programs at any offsite or third-party location.
3. PUBLIC ENVIRONMENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I understand that certain Programs may occur in public or semi-public environments where members of the general public may be present.
NCC cannot control the actions, conduct, or behavior of non-participants. I assume all risks associated with participation in public or uncontrolled environments.
4. ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I understand that participation in NCC Programs may involve inherent risks, including but not limited to:
Slips, trips, falls, or physical injury
Uneven terrain or environmental hazards
Weather-related conditions
Emotional or psychological responses
Sensory overload or overstimulation
Interaction with other participants
Acts of third parties
Wildlife or outdoor risks (if applicable)
I knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks, both known and unknown, foreseeable and unforeseeable, associated with participation.
5. WELLNESS, SOUND, AND SOMATIC PRACTICES DISCLOSURE
Certain NCC Programs may include sound healing, guided meditation, breathwork, somatic awareness, nervous system regulation practices, and other wellness-based experiences.
I understand that:
These practices are not medical, psychiatric, or therapeutic treatment.
NCC does not provide licensed medical or mental health services.
Participation may evoke emotional responses, physical sensations, or psychological experiences.
I am responsible for monitoring my own physical and emotional well-being.
I may stop participation at any time.
I understand that participation is voluntary and I assume all associated risks.
6. RELEASE OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by Colorado law, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless NCC from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, or liabilities arising out of or related to my participation (or the participation of a minor in my care), including claims based on negligence.
This release includes, but is not limited to:
Personal injury
Emotional distress
Property damage
Illness
Loss of income
Wrongful death
This release applies whether the incident occurs on NCC property, at an offsite location, in a public space, or at a third-party venue.
7. NO DUTY TO SUPERVISE
I understand that NCC Programs may include open-format gatherings or community-based participation.
NCC does not assume a duty to provide individualized supervision, monitoring, or behavioral control of participants beyond reasonable facilitation.
8. MINOR PARTICIPATION & SUPERVISION
If signing on behalf of a minor:
I affirm that I am the parent or legal guardian.
I consent to the minor’s participation.
I assume full responsibility for the minor’s supervision and conduct.
I understand that NCC may not provide continuous individualized supervision, particularly in public or offsite environments.
I accept full responsibility for the minor’s safety.
9. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS & VOLUNTEERS
I understand that NCC may engage independent contractors, guest facilitators, and volunteers in connection with Programs.
For purposes of this Agreement, such individuals are included within the definition of “NCC” and are entitled to the same protections.
10. MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION
In the event of injury or medical emergency, I authorize NCC to seek emergency medical treatment if necessary.
I agree to assume full financial responsibility for any medical treatment received.
11. INDEMNIFICATION
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless NCC from any claims, liabilities, damages, or costs arising from my actions or the actions of any minor in my care during participation in NCC Programs.
12. SEVERABILITY
If any portion of this Agreement is held invalid under Colorado law, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
13. ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I have carefully read this Agreement.
I understand its contents.
I understand that I am giving up certain legal rights.
I sign this Agreement voluntarily.
Participant Name: ______________________________
Signature: ____________________________________
Date: ___________________
If Minor:
Minor Name: ______________________________
Parent/Guardian Name: _____________________
Signature: ________________________________
Date: ___________________