Event Accident Waiver and Release of Liability

In order to purchase a ticket and participate in Casa do Zouk, you are required to agree to the following terms:

Assumption of Risk

I acknowledge and agree that:

  • Assumption of Risks: I assume all risks associated with participating in any and all activities at Casa do Zouk. This includes, but is not limited to, personal injuries that may occur from participating in shows, social dancing, workshops, or while traveling to and from the venue. I also assume any risks that may arise from negligence or carelessness on the part of the Released Parties, including risks stemming from dangerous or defective equipment or property owned, maintained, or controlled by the Released Parties.

  • Types of Risks: The risks include, but are not limited to, those caused by terrain, facilities, temperature, weather, physical or mental condition of participants, equipment, vehicular traffic, lack of hydration, and actions of other people including, but not limited to, participants, volunteers, monitors, and/or producers of the activity. These risks are inherent to all participants, volunteers, and staff.

Acknowledgement of Strenuous Activity

I acknowledge that:

  • Strenuous Components: Casa do Zouk involves strenuous physical and mental activities, which can potentially lead to death, serious injury, or property loss.

  • Physical Fitness Certification: I certify that I am physically fit and sufficiently prepared to participate in the activities I choose to engage in at Casa do Zouk. There are no health-related reasons or problems precluding my participation. If advised by a qualified medical professional not to participate, I take full responsibility for any issues arising from my participation against such advice.

Responsibility for Participation

I understand that:

  • Self-Regulation: It is my responsibility to regulate my participation in activities at Casa do Zouk. I will make it known if I am uncomfortable or unable to perform any movements for any reason, including mental and physical reasons. I have the right to refuse to participate in any aspect of the event at any time, and I assume all risks in this regard.

Governing Law

I agree that:

  • Legal Jurisdiction: This waiver is governed by the laws of Australia. Any disputes arising from this waiver will be interpreted under and according to Australian law.

  • Severability: If any provision or part of this waiver is found to be invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity or unenforceability will attach only to that part, and the remaining parts will continue in full force and effect.

Reliance on Waiver

I acknowledge that:

  • Reliance: This Accident Waiver and Release of Liability will be relied upon by the Released Parties and will govern my actions and responsibilities in relation to my participation in any and all activities at Casa do Zouk. This waiver shall be construed broadly to provide a release and waiver to the maximum extent permissible under applicable law.

Waiver and Release

On behalf of myself, my executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assigns, I:

  • Waiver, Release, and Discharge: WAIVE, RELEASE, AND DISCHARGE from any and all liability, including but not limited to, liability arising from the negligence or fault of the entities or persons released, for my death, disability, personal injury, property damage, property theft, or actions of any kind which may hereafter occur to me including my traveling to and from this activity, the Released Parties, including Casa do Zouk, its affiliates, volunteers, sponsors, staff/employees, artists, and their directors, officers, representatives, and agents, or any other related entities not explicitly mentioned.

  • Indemnify, Hold Harmless, and Promise Not to Sue: INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE the Released Parties from any and all claims, damages, losses, and actions, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of damages or liabilities for bodily injury, including death, or damage to property, caused by a negligent act, strict liability, breach of contract, error, or omission of the Released Parties or any of their agents, subcontractors, or employees for any event or activity related to Casa do Zouk.

Medical Treatment Consent

I consent to receive medical treatment which may be deemed advisable in the event of injury, accident, and/or illness during this activity. If I reject any advisable medical treatment, I alone bear the responsibility for any results and all liability for that decision.

Certification of Understanding

I certify that:

  • Understanding and Agreement: I have read this document and fully understand its content. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract, and I sign it digitally of my own free will. I understand that I had the opportunity to ask for clarification from Casa do Zouk or my own independent legal counsel.

By proceeding with the ticket purchase, I acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this Accident Waiver and Release of Liability.

I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT AND I SIGN IT DIGITALLY OF MY OWN FREE WILL.