Release of Liability Waiver
Releases another party from liability for injury or damage — common for activities, events, equipment rental.
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RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
This Release of Liability ("Release") is executed on May 4, 2026 by Jane Doe ("Releasor"), of 123 Main St, Denver, CO 80202, in favor of Mountain Adventures LLC ("Released Party"), of 789 Pine St, Aspen, CO 81611, and its officers, employees, agents, and contractors.
1. ACTIVITY
Releasor wishes to participate in the following activity (the "Activity"):
Guided rock-climbing instruction at Maroon Bells, Colorado, including approach hikes, technical climbing on multi-pitch routes, and use of climbing equipment provided by Mountain Adventures LLC.
Date(s): June 15-17, 2026.
2. ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
Releasor understands and acknowledges that the Activity involves inherent risks including, but not limited to: physical injury, illness, property damage, and death. These risks may arise from the nature of the Activity, the conduct of other participants, the actions of the Released Party, weather conditions, equipment failure, and circumstances beyond anyone's control. Releasor knowingly and voluntarily ASSUMES ALL RISKS associated with the Activity.
3. RELEASE OF CLAIMS
Releasor RELEASES, WAIVES, AND DISCHARGES the Released Party from any and all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, costs, and liabilities arising out of or relating to the Activity, INCLUDING THOSE CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTY, to the maximum extent allowed by the laws of the State of Colorado. This Release does not extend to gross negligence, recklessness, intentional misconduct, or willful violation of law.
4. INDEMNIFICATION
Releasor agrees to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS the Released Party from any claim brought by any third party arising from Releasor's participation in the Activity.
5. MEDICAL TREATMENT
Releasor authorizes the Released Party to secure emergency medical treatment for Releasor in the event of injury or illness. Releasor accepts financial responsibility for any such treatment.
6. PHOTO / MEDIA RELEASE
Releasor consents to the use of their image, likeness, and voice in photographs, video, or other media taken during the Activity, for promotional or commercial use by the Released Party, without compensation.
7. GOVERNING LAW
This Release is governed by the laws of the State of Colorado.
8. ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Releasor has READ this Release, understands its terms, and signs it freely and voluntarily, fully aware that it releases legal rights including the right to sue. Releasor is at least 18 years of age and competent to enter this Release.
RELEASOR (PARTICIPANT):
_____________________________ Date: May 4, 2026
Jane Doe
About this template
Release of liability waivers (also called liability waivers, hold-harmless agreements, or assumption-of-risk agreements) are standard for any activity with inherent risks: gym memberships, climbing gyms, ski resorts, sports leagues, equipment rentals, and event participation. Their enforceability varies dramatically by state — Virginia, Louisiana, and Montana significantly limit them; Florida, Texas, and Colorado generally enforce them as written. Three universal limits: (1) waivers can't release **gross negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct**; (2) **public-policy** carves out (you can't waive away protection for children's safety in regulated settings); (3) **clarity** — courts strike down waivers buried in fine print or written in legalese the average reader can't understand. The waiver must be conspicuous (often required to be in bold caps), separately initialed, and signed before participation begins. Minors generally cannot waive their own rights — a parent/guardian must sign, and even then some states still let the minor sue once they turn 18.
When to use it
- Operating any business with physical-activity risk: gyms, climbing, skiing, sports.
- Renting out equipment or facilities (kayaks, party venues, photo studios).
- Hosting events with potential for injury (sports leagues, classes, retreats).
- Volunteer activities — to limit organizer liability.
- Photo/video shoots that involve any physical activity.
What to include
- Specific description of the activity and its inherent risks.
- Clear assumption-of-risk language.
- Release of negligence claims (where allowed by state law).
- Indemnification clause for third-party claims.
- Authorization for emergency medical treatment.
- Parent/guardian signature requirement for minors.
- Conspicuous formatting — bold/caps for the key release language.