Adult Sailing

I understand and hereby agree that sailing includes activities on land and on water (all of which are the “boating activities”) that involved certain risks and dangers incidental thereto. Risks include, but are not limited to, injury from collision with another vessel or stationary objects and from the malfunctioning of equipment and injury or drowning, as a result of capsizing or being swamped by waves from passing vessels or adverse weather. Such risks are increased when the air or water temperature is low creating the risk of hypothermia. I also understand that the physical exertion of the boating activities, including the launching of boats in and out of water, can result in injury or death. I understand that the inherent nature of being around the water and boats has risks such as slippery docks. I further agree and acknowledge for myself and/or my minor child(ren)/wards:

• I am responsible for being medically fit to engage in the activity of sailing and I confirm that I can swim and that I am in good health and do not suffer from a heart condition or other ailment that could be exacerbated by the exertion involved in the sport.

• I agree to be bound by the rules established by the The Brockville Yacht Club and/or Sail Canada, and/or Ontario Sailing

In spite of and fully understanding such risks and other risks not expressly stated I/we wish to participate in the boating activities at the Brockville Yacht Club and hereby assume all the risks of doing so.

In consideration of the BYC, agreeing to allow us to participate in the boating activities accompanied or unaccompanied (meaning with or without a safety/coach boat), using the site’s public equipment and permitting use of club facilities, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is acknowledged, I hereby agree not to hold The Brockville Yacht Club, their directors, officers, employees, agents, coaches, independent contractors, subcontractors and representatives, all of whom are herein after referred to as the “Releasees”, liable for our personal injury, death, and/or property loss, and;

TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS THAT I HAVE OR MAY HAVE IN THE FUTURE AGAINST THE RELEASEES AND TO RELEASE THE RELEASEES from any and all liability for any loss, damage expense or injury including death that I may suffer or that my kin may suffer as a result of my participation in the boating activities, on land or on water, due to any cause whatsoever, including NEGLIGENCE, BREACH OF CONTRACT, BREACH OF ANY STATUTORY OR OTHER DUTY OF CARE INCLUDING ANY DUTY OF CARE UNDER THE OCCUPIERS LIABILITY ACT ON THE PART OF THE RELEASES AND FURTHER, INCLUDING FAILURE ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES TO SAFEGUARD AND PROTECT ME FROM THE RISKS, DANGERS AND HAZARDS OF THE BOATING ACTIVITIES REFERRED TO ABOVE.

I agree to hold harmless and to indemnify the Releasees from any and all liability for any property damage or personal injury to any third party resulting from our participation in the boating activities. I agree that this agreement shall be binding upon my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators and assigns in the event of my death. In entering into this agreement, I am not relying on an oral or written representation or statements made by the Releasees with respect to the safety of the boating activities other than as set forth in this agreement.

I have read and understood this agreement and I am aware that by signing this agreement I am waiving certain legal rights which I or my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, and assigns may have against the Releasees.

I promise to maintain a positive attitude and to be always responsible for my conduct while participating in Brockville Yacht Club Sailing School activities, and will follow these rules and regulations and any other rules given by my coach:

• I will respect the property of others, by not stealing, damaging, destroying, or borrowing another’s property without permission, nor tolerating such behavior by other team members.

• I will treat peers, coaches, club members, and all others with respect, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or abilities.

• I will follow all safety procedures given by my coaches and other responsible adults, understanding the paramount importance of safety. I will notify a coach or other responsible adult if I feel that another sailor is in danger.

• I will not abuse my fellow participants, whether verbally, physically, or emotionally, nor tolerate such conduct in others, understanding that every sailor has a right to enjoy their participation.

• I will encourage good sportsmanship from fellow sailors, coaches, and parents.

• I will attend lessons whenever reasonably possible and will notify the coach if I cannot.

• I will strive to listen and learn from my coaches.

• I will be always responsible for my use of BYCSS boats and other equipment and will take care to not damage, lose, or otherwise harm said property.

Brockville Yacht Club Sailing School employs a zero-tolerance policy with regard to prohibited activities during program hours, on program premises, and during travel events. This includes the use of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco, inappropriate use of controlled substances, and the carrying of weapons. Violation of the zero-tolerance policy could result in immediate dismissal from the program. There will be no refunds or pro-rating of fees for suspensions or expulsions in connection with misconduct. The BYCSS Program Director, staff, and coaches are responsible for enforcing certain rules and may discipline BYCSS participants when rules are broken at practices or while coaching at regattas. When a sailor is under the supervision of a parent chaperone, the parent chaperone will enforce rules and regulations consistent with the BYCSS Disciplinary Action contained herein. In all cases the decision of the BYCSS Program Director is final. The guidelines are as follows:

Level 1 Infractions - Disciplined at coach's discretion.

• Failure to obey coaches’ instructions.

• Failure to display good sportsmanship.

• Any form of bullying, harassment, inappropriate language, or action.

Level 2 Infractions - Review for suspension from one or more future program days.

• Any repeated form of bullying, harassment, inappropriate language, or action

• Failure to follow coaches’ directions after repeated warnings.

• Behaviour or conduct which reflects poorly on the BYCSS. These behaviors could include but are not limited to; bad treatment of or talking back to judges, coaches, regatta officials, hosts, parent chaperones, team members, or other competitors.

Level 3 Infractions - Removal from practice and review for expulsion.

• Any form of bullying, harassment, inappropriate language, or action where behavior continues after other disciplinary actions have been explored.

• Purposely damaging or destroying the property of others.

• Stealing.

• Fighting and/or serious threats of violence.

• Using marijuana, alcohol, tobacco, or non-prescribed drugs in any BYCSS setting

I promise to maintain a positive attitude and to be always responsible for my conduct while participating in Brockville Yacht Club Sailing School activities, and will follow these rules and regulations and any other rules given by my coach:

• I will not use or tolerate the use by other team members of alcohol, marijuana, or other nonprescribed drugs during program hours, regattas, or any BYCSS-sanctioned events, understanding that a substance-free environment is necessary in order to achieve individual and team success.

• I will respect the property of others, by not stealing, damaging, destroying, or borrowing another’s property without permission, nor tolerate such behavior by other team members.

• I will treat my team members, coaches, competitors, regatta officials, hosts, and all others with respect, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or abilities.

• I will follow all safety procedures given by my coach and other responsible adults, understanding the paramount importance of safety. I will notify a coach or other responsible adult if I feel that another sailor is in danger.

• I will not abuse my teammates, whether verbally, physically, or emotionally, nor tolerate such conduct in others, understanding that every team member has a right to enjoy their participation.

• I will encourage good sportsmanship from fellow sailors, coaches, and parents.

• I will attend practice whenever reasonably possible and will notify the coach if I cannot.

• I will strive to listen and learn from my coaches.

• I will be always responsible for the transportation, safe storage, maintenance, and setup of my boat and other equipment.

Brockville Yacht Club Sailing School employs a zero-tolerance policy with regard to prohibited activities during program hours, on program premises, and during travel events. This includes the use of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco, inappropriate use of controlled substances, and the carrying of weapons. Violation of the zero-tolerance policy could result in immediate dismissal from the program. There will be no refunds or pro-rating of fees for suspensions or expulsions in connection with misconduct.

The BYCSS Program Director, staff, and coaches are responsible for enforcing certain rules and may discipline BYCSS participants when rules are broken at practices or while coaching at regattas. When a sailor is under the supervision of a parent chaperone, the parent chaperone will enforce rules and regulations consistent with the BYCSS Disciplinary Action contained herein. In all cases the decision of the BYCSS Program Director is final. The guidelines are as follows:

Level 1 Infractions - Disciplined at coach's discretion.

• Failure to obey coaches’ instructions.

• Failure to display good sportsmanship.

• Any form of bullying, harassment, inappropriate language, or action.

Level 2 Infractions - Review for suspension from one or more future program days.

• Any repeated form of bullying, harassment, inappropriate language, or action

• Failure to follow coaches’ directions after repeated warnings.

• Behaviour or conduct which reflects poorly on the BYCSS. These behaviors could include, but are not limited to: bad treatment of or talking back to judges, coaches, regattas officials, hosts, parent chaperones, team members, or other competitors.

Level 3 Infractions - Removal from practice and review for expulsion.

• Any form of bullying, harassment, inappropriate language, or action where behavior continues after other disciplinary actions have been explored.

• Purposely damaging or destroying the property of others.

• Stealing.

• Fighting and/or serious threats of violence.

• Using marijuana, alcohol, tobacco, or non-prescribed drugs in any BYCSS setting

I hereby acknowledge that my child may be photographed while participating in BYC’s Sailing School activities and/or programs; I hereby unconditionally authorize BYC, at its sole discretion, to use any such photographs in brochures, flyers, and any other advertising, promotional or educational materials