BIKESKILLS POLICIES
By checking the terms and risks box, I accept Bikeskills reservation policies
- No refunds, except for major exceptions, at Bikeskills’s discretion
- Bikeskills lessons are not cancelled in case of rain.
- A lesson may be rescheduled if the site is closed.
- Bikeskills is not responsible for the shutdown or closure of a lift or gondola. An alternative will be offered to the client, which may require pedalling towards a trail.
RISK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND ACCEPTANCE
By checking the terms and risks acceptance box on our booking form, the participant or guardian if minor, has read, understands and agrees to the terms and conditions set forth and to abide by them. The participant also attests to the truthfulness and veracity of the information provided to the Bikeskills staff and coaches.
In witness whereof, I am providing my consent as of today’s date by selecting the following check boxes.
HEALTH CONDITION
By checking the terms and risks acceptance box on our booking form, I accept the risks this activity poses to my health condition and the additional risk that my health may deteriorate. I will notify Bikeskills of any physical, emotional, or behavioural health issues that would directly or indirectly limit the taking part in the activity. Please speak to your coach upon beginning the session to address any heath concern, in particular, but not limited to :
Allergies, breathing problems, heart problems, diabetes, vision problems, deafness, vertigo, fear of heights, fear of injury, fear of dogs, limitation of your movement, previous injuries or any other health concerns.
RISKS INHERENT TO THE ACTIVITY
By checking the terms and risks acceptance box on our booking form, I acknowledge that I have been informed of the risks inherent to the activity. I freely accept and fully assume all risks dangers and hazards resulting in possible property damage, injury, serious injury, paralysis or death in the cycling activity in which I will participate. Injuries and property damage are a common and ordinary occurrence of the sport, in particular, but not limited to :
- Injuries due to falls;
- Injuries due to a mechanical failure of personal, rented or equipment provided by Bikeskills;
- Injuries due to contact with an object (bike, earth, tree, branch, rock, stumps, fence, posts);
- Injuries due to condition and changes of the trail conditions (mud, water, ice, snow, sand, dirt, loose dirt, rock, crevase, cliff);
- Injuries due to intense physical effort;
- Injuries due to technique (loss of balance, loss of direction, inability to control speed, inability to manage obstacles, steep uphills or descents);
- Injuries due to changing weather conditions (hypothermia, heat stroke);
- Injuries resulting from accidental, intentional or unintentional contact between individuals, participants or wildlife;
- Injuries due to getting lost or separated from the group;
- Food and insect allergy.
CONFIRMATION OF INFORMATION AND ACCEPTANCE OF RISKS
By checking the terms and risks acceptance box on our booking form, I certify that the information on this form is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I certify that I have not deliberately omitted any information about my health status, whether relevant or not. I am aware that the information contained in this form is confidential and is intended to better plan and supervise the safety of the activities in which I will participate and that it will allow Bikeskills to draw up a profile of its clientele. I am aware that the activities offered by Bikeskills take place in semi-natural or natural environments that may be rugged and, consequently, are further away from medical services. This could result in long delays in the event of an emergency requiring evacuation, and consequently, a possible aggravation of my condition or injury.
Having been made aware of these risks and having had the opportunity to discuss them with a person in charge of the activity, I acknowledge that I have been informed of the risks inherent to the activities and that I am able to undertake the activity in full knowledge of the facts and accepting the risks that this activity may entail. I also agree to play an active role in managing these risks by adopting a preventive attitude towards myself and others around me. The coach reserves the right to exclude any person he/she deems to be a risk to him/her or the rest of the group. I understand that I may leave this activity for any reason.
DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
By checking the terms and risks acceptance box on our booking form, I agree that I will not use, possess or be under the influence of any drug, illegal substance or medication (prescription or not) that is not mentioned in section #1 of this form. I also confirm that I am not under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs and that I will remain so for the duration of the activity. I am aware that any breach of these rules on my part may result in my expulsion without notice and without the possibility of a refund.
DISCHARGE OF MATERIAL RESPONSIBILITY
By checking the terms and risks acceptance box on our booking form, I accept to waive all claims, as well as all lawsuits for damages to property and equipment. (normal wear and tear, loss, breakage, theft, vandalism.). I am famillar with the proper use of the bicycle, including all quick release mechanisms, brokes and gear shifters. I am aware that the Bikeskills personnel is available to answer any questions that I may have concerning the proper use of a bicycle or the activity I am participating in. If at anytime I wish to remove myself for the participation if I sense an unsafe condition or if at any time I feel unable or unfit to continue, I understand my personal responsibility concerning my physical, emotional or technical preparation for the activity.
AUTHORIZATION TO INTERVENE IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
By checking the terms and risks acceptance box on our booking form, I authorize the responsible Bikeskills coach to render all necessary first aid. I also authorize the Bikeskills coach to make the decision in the event of an accident to transport me (by ambulance, helicopter, coast guard or otherwise) to a hospital or community health facility, all at my own expense if necessary.
CORONAVIRUS, LYME AND ALL OTHER INFECTION DISEASE
By checking the terms and risks acceptance box on our booking form, I understand the risks associated with Covid-19, Lyme and all other infectious disease, and I waive any and all claims and damages resulting from inadvertent transmission.
RELEASE FROM RESPONSIBILITY FROM BIKESKILLS HOSTS, SITES, MUNICIPALITIES, AND PARTNERS
By checking the terms and risks acceptance box on our booking form, I waive all claims for damages against Bikeskills’ partners or sites hosting the coaching, sessions or activities
RISK ACCEPTATION AND BIKESKILLS POLICIES
By providing this information to Bikeskills, I accept the additional risk that may result in a possible worsening of my health condition
I have read, understand and agree to the terms and conditions of this risk acceptance form and agree to abide by them. I also attest to the truthfulness of the information provided to Bikeskills.