Recreation Waiver
For use of the St. Olaf College Recreation and Athletic facilities including Tostrud Center, Skoglund Center, Tom Porter Hall, and the St. Olaf Ice Arena.
Guidelines
I agree that my child will abide by the policies for the use of the Recreation and Athletic Facilities. My child is medically fit to participate in the activities they may choose to engage in at the Recreation and Athletic facilities. I understand that my child may use the facilities only at designated times and that a responsible adult must accompany my child while using the Recreation and Athletic Facilities at all times. I understand that priority is given to St. Olaf College students, faculty, and staff during open recreation hours. I understand that if my child does not follow the policies and procedures of the Recreation and Athletic Facilities, my child’s ability to use the facility may be revoked. I understand that this Assumption of Risk, Indemnification, Release and Consent for Emergency Treatment is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the state of Minnesota and I agree that if any portion is held invalid, the remainder will continue in full legal force and effect. I further agree that this Agreement shall be governed by the state of Minnesota.
Assumption of Risks:
I understand that physical activity related Recreation and Athletic Facilities use by its very nature, carries with it certain inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries. Some of these involve strenuous exertions of strength using various muscle groups, some involve quick movement involving speed and change of direction, and others involve sustained physical activity, which places stress on the cardiovascular system. The specific risks vary from one activity to another, but in each activity the risks range from: 1) minor injuries such as scratches, bruises, and sprains to 2) major injuries such as fractures, internal injuries, joint or back injuries, heart attacks, and concussions to 3) catastrophic injuries including paralysis and death. I understand that the College has advised me to seek the advice of a physician before allowing my child to participate in this activity. I understand that I have been advised to have health and accident insurance in effect on behalf of my child and that no such coverage is provided for me by the College. I KNOW, UNDERSTAND, AND APPRECIATE THE RISKS THAT ARE INHERENT IN THE ABOVE-LISTED PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES. I HEREBY ASSERT THAT MY CHILD’S PARTICIPATION IS VOLUNTARY AND THAT I KNOWINGLY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS.
Hold Harmless Indemnity and Release:
In consideration of permission for my child to voluntarily use St. Olaf Recreation and Athletic Facilities today and on all future dates, I, for myself, my heirs, personal representatives or assigns, agree to defend, hold harmless, indemnify and release the Board of Regents of St. Olaf College and their officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, or causes of action of any sort on account of damage to personal property, or personal injury, or death which may result from my child’s use of the St. Olaf Recreational and Athletic facilities. This release includes claims based on the negligence of the Board of Regents of St. Olaf College, and their officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, but expressly does not include claims based on their intentional misconduct or gross negligence. I UNDERSTAND THAT BY AGREEING TO THIS CLAUSE I AM RELEASING CLAIMS AND GIVING UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING MY RIGHT TO SUE.
Consent for Emergency Treatment:
I authorize St. Olaf College and its designated representatives to consent, on my behalf, to any emergency medical/ hospital care or treatment to be rendered for my child that St. Olaf personnel deem necessary for my child’s safety and protection.
I AGREE TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL NECESSARY CHARGES INCURRED BY ANY HOSPITALIZATION OR TREATMENT RENDERED PURSUANT TO THIS AUTHORIZATION I UNDERSTAND THAT I AM BEING ASKED TO READ EACH OF THE FOLLOWING PARAGRAPHS CAREFULLY.
I UNDERSTAND THAT IF I WISH TO DISCUSS ANY OF THE TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS AGREEMENT, I MAY CONTACT THE VICE PRESIDENT/ CFO, AT TELEPHONE NUMBER 507-786-3018.
I have read and understand this agreement. I understand that my child’s use of the St. Olaf Recreational and Athletic Facilities is voluntary. I verify that my accepting of this agreement was given freely and voluntarily and with the full understanding that I am giving up rights I may have to legal recourse and assuming personal responsibility for my child that I may not otherwise have in return for permission to participate.
Updated 2/25/26
