Next Generation Playground –Terms & Conditions

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 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. By checking the box during event registration, you, as the registering party, expressly acknowledge and agree to the following terms and conditions for yourself and/or any minor(s) for whom you are registering. These terms apply to all events, programs, and activities organized, facilitated, sponsored, or co-hosted by Next Generation Playground (NGP), including but not limited to Kids Klub, The Color Outside the Lines 5K and Family Fair, pool parties, sensory play events, seasonal gatherings, and any and all community-based engagements or initiatives.

1. Voluntary Participation and General Consent

I hereby affirm that participation in any event or activity hosted by NGP is voluntary. I further acknowledge that such participation may involve recreational, social, educational, sensory, or therapeutic-adjacent activities. I consent to full participation by myself and/or the minor(s) under my care. I understand and agree that participation in NGP programming is not intended to serve as a substitute for professional therapeutic, medical, behavioral, or educational treatment or intervention.

2. Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Liability

I am aware that participation in NGP events may expose myself and/or my child(ren) to certain inherent and unavoidable risks, including but not limited to: physical exertion, interaction with other individuals, exposure to allergens, sensory triggers or stimuli, and unintentional personal injury or illness.

By voluntarily participating, I hereby assume full responsibility for all such risks, whether foreseen or unforeseen, and further agree to release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless Next Generation Playground, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, therapists, independent contractors, agents, representatives, host venues (including but not limited to West Ridge Community Church), co-hosting organizations (nonprofit or otherwise), sponsors, partners, and affiliates from any and all claims, demands, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or causes of action, whether known or unknown, arising out of or related to participation in any NGP-hosted event.

2A. Group-Based Programs & Supervision Disclaimer

I understand and acknowledge that many NGP programs are group-based in nature and do not provide one-on-one supervision or individualized therapeutic care. While NGP staff and volunteers are committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment, group activities—particularly those involving children with sensory or developmental differences—may involve behaviors such as mouthing objects, eloping, or overstimulation.

NGP takes reasonable steps to mitigate these risks and provide appropriate support, but cannot guarantee the prevention of all incidents. By participating, I acknowledge these inherent risks and agree that I am responsible for determining the suitability of any program for myself or my minor child(ren)’s individual needs. I further agree to hold harmless NGP and all affiliated persons and entities from any claims or liabilities arising from such group-based participation.

3. Medical Treatment Authorization

In the event of an injury, medical incident, or other emergency involving myself or my minor child(ren) during an NGP event, I hereby authorize representatives of NGP—including staff, volunteers, or qualified third parties—to provide or secure emergency medical treatment, including but not limited to the administration of first aid or the summoning of emergency services. I acknowledge that I remain solely responsible for any and all medical costs incurred as a result of such incident or treatment.

4. Media and Photo Release

I hereby grant to Next Generation Playground and its authorized agents the unrestricted right to capture, use, reproduce, and publish photographs, video footage, and other digital media depicting myself and/or my minor child(ren) while participating in any NGP event. Such materials may be used for promotional, educational, informational, or fundraising purposes across various platforms, including but not limited to websites, social media, newsletters, grant applications, printed materials, and public reports.

I understand that personally identifying information (e.g., names, specific locations) will not be disclosed without separate, explicit written consent. I waive any right to inspect, approve, or receive compensation for the use of such materials.

To opt out of media capture, I understand I must notify Next Generation Playground in writing prior to the start of the event.

5. Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement

I further agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Next Generation Playground and all associated persons and entities—including but not limited to staff, volunteers, therapists, contractors, board members, host venues, partner organizations, and co-hosts—from any and all third-party claims, lawsuits, actions, damages, judgments, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to my or my child(ren)’s participation in any NGP activity.

6. Acknowledgment and Binding Agreement

By checking the acknowledgment box during registration, I affirm that:

• I have read and fully understand this General Consent, Waiver of Liability, and Release Agreement;
• I voluntarily agree to its terms on behalf of myself and any minor(s) I am registering;
• I am legally authorized to execute this agreement on behalf of said minor(s);
• I understand that this agreement is legally binding and intended to release liability to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.