Harness Cycle Waiver

RELEASE, INDEMNIFICATION, HOLD HARMLESS, AND AUTHORIZATION TO REPRODUCE PHYSICAL LIKENESS AGREEMENT

In consideration of participating in activities conducted by or associated with Harness Cycle, LLC an Ohio limited liability company ("Harness Cycle, LLC"), and for other good and valuable consideration, I hereby agree to release and discharge from liability arising from negligence Harness Cycle, LLC and its members, directors, officers, employees, agents, volunteers, participants, and all other persons or entities acting for them (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Releasees”), on behalf of myself and my children, parents, heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate, and also agree as follows:

Section 1.

I acknowledge that health or fitness club activities, (collectively, "activities") involve known and unanticipated risks which could result in injury, paralysis or permanent disability, death, and property damage. Risks include, but are not limited to, musculoskeletal injuries, broken bones, and/or overuse injuries, injuries caused by equipment that breaks or otherwise fails; medical conditions resulting from physical activity; risk of exposure to communicable diseases, viruses, bacteria or illnesses (including, but not limited to COVID-19, or the causes thereof); and damaged clothing or other property. I understand such risks simply cannot be eliminated, despite the use of safety equipment, without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity.

Section 2.

I expressly accept and assume all of the risks inherent in this activity or that might have been caused by the negligence of the Releasees. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary and I elect to participate despite the risks. In addition, if at any time I believe that event conditions are unsafe or that I am unable to participate due to physical or medical conditions, then I will immediately discontinue participation.

Section 3.

I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Releasees from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action which are in any way connected with my participation in any activity, or my use of their equipment or facilities, even those arising from Releasees negligence. This release does not apply to claims arising from intentional conduct. Notwithstanding the foregoing, should Releasees or anyone acting on their behalf be required to incur attorney’s fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and hold them harmless for all such fees and costs.

Section 4.

I represent that I have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage I may suffer or cause while participating in any activities, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage myself. I further represent that I have no medical or physical condition which could interfere with my safety in any activities, or else I am willing to assume – and bear the costs of – all risks that may be created, directly or indirectly, by any such condition.

Section 5.

I hereby grant to Releasees and to the press and media admitted into Releasees’ Activities the right to photograph, videotape, or otherwise digitally collect my likeness, voice and sounds (“Works”) during my participation in any activities. I further acknowledge the Works by Releasees to be works made for hire, and otherwise irrevocably assign and grant to Releasees all rights in these Works and the right to use or sublicense these Works and my name, likeness and biography, in Releasees’ discretion, in all media and in all forms and for all purposes, including without limitation, advertising and other promotions for Releasees, without any further consideration to me or any limitation whatsoever.

Section 6.

In the event that I file a lawsuit, I agree to do so solely in the state where Releasees’ facility is located, and I further agree that the substantive law of that state shall apply.

Section 7.

I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect. * By signing this document, I agree that if I am hurt or my property is damaged during my participation in any activities, then I may be found by a court of law to have waived my right to maintain a lawsuit against Releasees on the basis of any claim for negligence. Further, I hereby release the Releasees (and all persons acting under its permission or authority) from all claims for libel, slander, invasion of privacy, infringement of copyright or right of publicity, or any other claim related to the Works (collectively, “Claims”). *

I have had sufficient time to read this entire document and, should I choose to do so, consult with legal counsel prior to signing. Also, I understand that activities might not be made available to me or that the cost to engage in any activity would be significantly greater if I were to choose not to sign this release, and agree that the opportunity to participate at the stated cost in return for the execution of this release is a reasonable bargain.

I have read and understood this document and I agree to be bound by its terms.

Sauna Experience Waiver

GENERAL & MEDICAL INFORMATION

CHECK WITH A DOCTOR BEFORE USING OUR FACILITY IF PREGNANT, DIABETIC, HAVE HEALTH ISSUES / CONCERNS OR UNDER MEDICAL CARE. THIS INCLUDES HISTORY OF DIZZINESS OR FAINTING. THIS ALSO INCLUDES ANY METAL PINS, RODS, ARTIFICIAL JOINTS OR ANY SURGICAL IMPLANTS INCLUDING SILICON. BY SIGNING OUR WAIVER YOU UNDERSTAND THE RISKS AND HAVE CONSULTED WITH A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL. YOU UNDERSTAND AND TAKE FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR OWN HEALTH AND WELL-BEING.

HARNESS CYCLE LLC REQUIRES ANY GUEST WHO HAS ANY HEALTH, MOBILITY OR ANY OTHER CONDITION WHICH REQUIRES THE ASSISTANCE OF ANOTHER PERSON, REGARDLESS OF AGE, TO BE ACCOMPANIED BY ANOTHER ADULT GUEST AT ALL TIMES.

ANYONE ENTERING THE SAUNA ASSUMES FULL RESPONSIBILITY OF THEIR MEDICAL / HEALTH CONDITION, TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY MEDICATIONS THE GUEST MAY BE TAKING WHICH COULD RESULT IN A MEDICAL EMERGENCY OR UNSAFE CONDITION. ALL GUESTS MUST KNOW THEIR OWN LIMITATIONS AND ASSUMES ALL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH ANY ACTIVITIES IN WHICH THEY MAY ENGAGE IN AT HARNESS CYCLE LLC

IT IS ADVISED TO DRINK PLENTY OF WATER BEFORE AND AFTER YOUR SAUNA AND STEAM SESSIONS, IT IS ADVISED NOT TO EAT AT LEAST ONE TO TWO HOURS PRIOR TO YOUR SAUNA AND STEAM SESSIONS TO AVOID ANY ILL FEELINGS.

REDUCE THE RISK OF OVERHEATING AND SCALDING

PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO THE SAUNA AND STEAM ROOM MAY CAUSE YOUR BODY TO OVERHEAT. EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT AND YOU NEED TO KNOW WHAT YOUR BODY CAN HANDLE FOR TEMPERATURE. OVEREXPOSURE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES AND HUMIDITY CAN BE DANGEROUS TO YOUR HEALTH. EXIT IMMEDIATELY IF NAUSEOUS, UNCOMFORTABLE, DIZZY OR SLEEPY.

DO NOT USE THE FACILITY IF YOU HAVE RECENTLY CONSUMED ALCOHOL, DRUGS OR MEDICATIONS. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.

BE AWARE THAT DIRECT CONTACT WITH STEAM HEAD / UNIT IN OUR SAUNA ROOM, SAUNA ROCKS OR SAUNA HEATERS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY. 

ANY METAL IN THE SAUNA WILL RETAIN HEAT AND THEREFORE IS NOT SUGGESTED TO BRING INTO THE HEATED ROOMS OR USE DURING YOUR SAUNA OR STEAM SESSIONS.

REDUCE THE RISK OF SLIPPING AND FALLING

USE CARE WHEN ENTERING OR EXITING THE SAUNA. 

FLOORS AND PATHWAYS MAY BE SLIPPERY AND DANGEROUS DUE TO MOISTURE. WOODEN DECKING SURROUNDING THE SAUNA MAY ALSO BE SLIPPERY. USE OF PROPER FOOTWEAR IS RECOMMENDED AT ALL TIMES.

UNDERSTANDING THE RISKS

I UNDERSTAND THAT THE SAUNA IS PROVIDED FOR THE BASIC PURPOSE OF RELAXATION AND RELIEF OF MUSCULAR TENSION. IF I EXPERIENCE ANY PAIN OR DISCOMFORT DURING THE SESSION, I WILL IMMEDIATELY EXIT THE SAUNA OR STEAM ROOM.

I ACKNOWLEDGE AND ACCEPT THE RISKS INHERENT IN THE USE OF THE SAUNAS AND STEAM ROOM. I VOLUNTARILY ASSUME THE RISK OF INJURY, ACCIDENT OR DEATH, WHICH MAY ARISE FROM THE USE OF OUR FACILITY. I HEREBY WAIVE AND RELEASE HARNESS CYCLE LLC FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE RELATING TO SAUNA SESSIONS.

I AGREE THAT THIS WAIVER IS IN EFFECT FOR ALL SAUNA SESSIONS AND WILL NOT EXPIRE UNLESS REQUESTED IN WRITING BY EITHER PARTY (THE GUEST OR HARNESS CYCLE LLC).

I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT STAFF WORKING AT HARNESS CYCLE LLC SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL EXAMINATION, DIAGNOSIS, OR TREATMENT. I UNDERSTAND THAT THE STAFF WORKING AT HARNESS CYCLE LLC ARE NOT DIAGNOSING, PRESCRIBING, OR TREATING ANY PHYSICAL OR MENTAL ILLNESS, AND THAT NOTHING SAID IN THE COURSE OF THE SESSION GIVEN SHOULD BE CONSTRUED AS SUCH.

THIS IS AN ADULT ONLY FACILITY. YOU MUST BE OVER THE AGE OF 18 TO USE OUR FACILITY. BY SIGNING THIS FORM YOU CONSENT THAT YOU ARE OVER THE AGE OF 18.

PHONES OR ELECTRONICS DON’T LIKE HEAT. IF YOU CHOOSE TO USE ANY ELECTRONICS OR TECHNOLOGY DURING YOUR SAUNA SESSIONS DO SO AT YOUR OWN RISK. HARNESS CYCLE LLC IS NOT LIABLE FOR THESE.

I GRANT HARNESS CYCLE LLC, ITS REPRESENTATIVES AND EMPLOYEES THE RIGHT TO TAKE PHOTOGRAPHS OF ME AND MY PROPERTY. I AUTHORIZE HARNESS CYCLE LLC, ITS ASSIGNS AND TRANSFEREES TO COPYRIGHT, USE AND PUBLISH THE SAME IN PRINT AND OR ELECTRONICALLY FOR SUCH PURPOSES AS PUBLICITY, ILLUSTRATION, ADVERTISING, AND WEB CONTENT.

I UNDERSTAND THAT HARNESS CYCLE LLC HAS PROVIDED AN AREA FOR PERSONAL BELONGINGS TO BE STORED BETWEEN SAUNA SESSIONS, HOWEVER, I AGREE THAT HARNESS CYCLE LLC IS IN NO WAY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE LOSS OR DAMAGE OF MY BELONGINGS WHILE I PARTAKE IN SAUNA SESSIONS. 


SMOKING AND E-CIGARETTES OF ANY KIND ARE NOT PERMITTED IN OUR FACILITY. NO GLASS CONTAINERS OR BOTTLES ARE PERMITTED AT ANY TIME IN OUR SAUNA.

OUR FACILITY IS UNISEX. THAT MEANS CLOTHING MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES. NUDITY IS NOT PERMITTED. WE RECOMMEND A BATHING SUIT. THIS IS YOUR EXPERIENCE AND YOU SHOULD BE AS COMFORTABLE AS POSSIBLE. IF YOU PREFER TO WEAR A T-SHIRT, WRAP OR ROBE THAT IS UP TO YOU.

I FREELY ACCEPT AND FULLY ASSUME ALL RISKS, DAMAGES AND HAZARDS AND THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND LOSS.

I ACKNOWLEDGE THIS WAIVER OF LIABILITY FORM. I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AND I UNDERSTAND THAT I AM WAIVING AND GIVING UP MY RIGHT TO SUE HARNESS CYCLE LLC, ITS CONTRACTORS AND EMPLOYEES. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I AM SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT VOLUNTARILY AND INTEND BY MY SIGNATURE FOR THIS TO BE A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWABLE BY LAW.

Community Policy | Anti-Harassment & Discrimination

It is our goal for our space at Harness Cycle to be somewhere people feel safe to come as they are. In order to ensure that, we do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. 

Harassment: An unwelcome, intentional written, verbal, non-verbal or physical act that harms an individual and creates a hostile work environment. This includes behavior that is intimidating, threatening, or abusive and can include the following: 

  • Offensive jokes

  • Slurs

  • Derogatory language

  • Physical assaults or threat of violence

  • Intimidation

  • Comments on physical appearance

  • Ridicule or mockery

  • Insults or put-downs

  • Offensive objects or pictures

  • Aggression

  • Unwanted sexual advancements or references

  • Unwanted physical touch

  • Hostile language or actions

  • Intentional exclusion

  • Interference with work performance

  • Cyberbullying (social media, etc.)

  • Derogatory messages sent via email

Discrimination: Any behavior, expression or activity that stigmatizes or victimizes groups of people based on sex, race, ethnicity, citizenship status, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We expect all Harness Cycle riders to show respect for one another and for our team, and our team has committed to doing the same for our riders and for one another.

Harness Cycle reserves the right to ban from our physical space and social media platforms anyone who disrupts our business practices by way of any verbal, written, or physical act that creates an intimidating or threatening environment, stigmatizes or victimizes an individual or group of individuals.

Terms & Conditions

Retail

Return Policies

Harness Cycle accepts returns of tagged, unworn, unwashed, undamaged or defective merchandise within 30 days of purchase. Proof of purchase is required in order to receive a refund. All refunds will be processed back to the original form of payment.

Cycling shoe purchases are not eligible for a refund but can be exchanged within 15 days of receiving them.

Final Sale

Accessories such as hats and headbands are not eligible for refunds or exchanges.

Any sale items are final sale and cannot be returned or exchanged.

Price Adjustment

If you have purchased an item that is now on sale, we will gladly offer a one-time price adjustment if the original date of purchase was within 7 days of the sale offering. The price difference will be refunded back to the original form of payment.

Hold Policy

Harness Cycle will hold items until the end of the day. All items not picked up by the end of day will be put back onto the floor for purchase.

Class Purchases

Refund Policy

Class credit purchases are not eligible for refunds. The value of class credits can be transferred to another rider upon request.

Membership purchases are not eligible for refunds. Memberships are contracts that are not transferable.

Expiration

Standard class credits do not expire.  

Monthly membership credits do not roll over to the next month and must be used by month’s end. 

Late Cancellation

We understand that life happens. While we do our best to accommodate this, we have to set a boundary for the sake of our business. Class registration can be cancelled before 5pm the day prior to the scheduled ride without a penalty. Cancellation of a class registration after 5pm the day prior to the scheduled ride, will result in the loss of that class credit.

No Show

Not showing up for a class registration will result in the loss of that class credit. 

There is no admittance to class beyond 5 minutes after it has begun. Arrival to a class more than 5 minutes after it has started, will result in the loss of the class credit. If you are a new rider, you will not be admitted after class has begun.

Events

Refund Policy

Ticket purchases to all Harness Cycle events are non-refundable. Depending on the event, tickets can be transferred to someone else - please see terms and conditions on the event page for event-specific rules.