Indemnity & Consent Form

Player’s full name, date of birth and age group (captured in the online registration form).

Parent/guardian full name, relationship to player, contact number, alternative emergency contact and number, and email address (captured in your account and the online registration form).

I understand that rugby and rugby-related training are physical activities that involve inherent and recognised risks. These may include, without limitation, collisions, falls, contact with other players or equipment, muscle strains, sprains, fractures, concussion and other head injuries, dental injuries, and, in rare cases, serious or life-threatening injury or death. I understand that these risks may arise even where reasonable coaching, supervision, safety procedures and equipment are provided.

I understand that training may include running, agility work, strength and conditioning appropriate to the player’s age and ability, ball skills, contact preparation and rugby contact activities. The nature and intensity of activities may vary according to the programme and the player’s development.

I give permission for the player named above to participate in JH Rugby Academy training sessions, coaching activities, skills development, fitness activities and related Academy events. I confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, the player is fit to participate, subject to any medical conditions, injuries, limitations or restrictions disclosed to the Academy.

I undertake to provide accurate and complete information about relevant medical conditions, allergies, medication, previous or current injuries, concussion history and any other matter that may affect safe participation. I will promptly notify the Academy if the player’s health or fitness status changes, or if a healthcare professional advises that the player should not participate in particular activities.

If the player is injured or becomes unwell and I cannot be reached promptly, I authorise JH Rugby Academy staff to contact emergency services and to arrange or facilitate urgent medical assessment or treatment as they reasonably consider necessary in the circumstances. I understand that the Academy will make reasonable efforts to contact me or the nominated emergency contact. I accept responsibility for medical, hospital, transport and related costs not covered by medical aid or insurance, subject to applicable law.

I agree that the player must follow reasonable instructions from coaches and Academy staff, use equipment as instructed, respect other players and staff, and comply with Academy safety rules and policies. I understand that the Academy may restrict or suspend participation where it reasonably considers this necessary for the safety or welfare of the player or others.

To the extent permitted by South African law, I acknowledge and accept the ordinary and inherent risks of the activities described in this form and agree that JH ACADEMY (PTY) LTD, trading as JH Rugby Academy, its directors, coaches, employees and authorised representatives will not be held liable for loss, damage or injury arising solely from those inherent risks, except to the extent that such loss, damage or injury is caused by their negligence, wilful misconduct, breach of a legal duty or other conduct for which liability may not lawfully be excluded.

Nothing in this form is intended to exclude, restrict or waive any right or remedy that cannot lawfully be excluded or waived, including any non-excludable rights under the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 or other applicable South African legislation. This form is not a guarantee that injury will not occur.

I understand that the Academy will process the player’s and my personal information, including relevant medical information, for registration, coaching, player welfare, safety, emergency response and related administrative purposes, in accordance with its Privacy Policy and applicable data-protection law. I confirm that I am authorised to provide the player’s information for these purposes.

I confirm that I am the player’s parent or legal guardian, that I have read and understood this form, that I have had the opportunity to ask questions, and that the information I have provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I consent to the player participating in the activities described above.

Online, you sign by typing your full name in the registration form; the date is recorded automatically. Where appropriate, the player can add their own acknowledgement.