Ensenada Surfing Co. Waiver and Release of Liability

In consideration of receiving surf lessons from Ensenada Surfing Co., I acknowledge and agree to the following:

  1. Assumption of Risk: I understand that participating in surf lessons involves certain risks, including but not limited to injury, drowning, and other dangers associated with ocean activities. I voluntarily assume all such risks.

  2. Release of Liability: I release and discharge Ensenada Surfing Co., its owners, instructors, and employees from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action related to any injury, damage, or loss I may suffer during my participation in surf lessons.

  3. Physical Condition: I declare that I am physically fit and have no medical condition that would prevent me from safely participating in surf lessons.

  4. Medical Insurance: I confirm that I have active medical insurance that covers any potential injuries, accidents, or medical conditions that may arise during my participation in surf lessons. I understand that Ensenada Surfing Co. is not responsible for any medical expenses.

  5. Follow Instructor Guidelines: I agree to follow all instructions and safety guidelines provided by Ensenada Surfing Co. instructors during the lesson.

  6. Photography Release: I grant permission to Ensenada Surfing Co. to take and use photos/videos of me during lessons for promotional purposes.

  7. Parent/Guardian Consent (if applicable): If the participant is under 18 years of age, I as the parent/guardian consent to the terms of this waiver on behalf of the participant.

  8. I acknowledge that surfing may be dangerous and I accept and assume such risk: I am aware that open water activities in general, and surfing specifically, involves inherent risks. I may damage my belongings, get hurt, get injured, become ill or drown. I further acknowledge that I have voluntarily chosen to rent equipment or take surfing lessons from ENSENADA SURFING CO, or if the individual taking such lessons or renting equipment is a minor, I have, as the minor’s parent or legal guardian, voluntarily consented to such minor taking of such lessons, or renting equipment. I know and fully understand that water sports and surfing is a dangerous outdoor activity in an uncontrolled natural environment with inherent risks and hazards. I acknowledge and willingly and voluntarily assume all risks and hazards in surfing and beach related activities in all phases of these activities from the training sessions until the conclusion of the class, lesson, or equipment rental period, including, but not limited to those involving, (1) loss of control of the surfboard, malfunction of the surfboard, falls from the surfboard, collision with other participants, equipment, other surfboards, rocks, and any other man made or natural obstacles, whether obvious or not; (2) judgment, decision making and conduct of the instructors; (3) submersion in water, drowning; (4) encounters with animals, marine life, plant life, rocks and insects; (5) exposure to outdoor ocean environment, bacteria or microbes, extreme temperatures, sun, and inclement weather, including travel by foot or vehicle in any way related to this activity; (6) assistance in lifting and /or carrying surfing equipment; (7) rescue-related injuries; and (8) unavailability of immediate and appropriate medical attention in case of injury. I understand and acknowledge that the above list is not meant to be complete or exhaustive, and that other unforeseen and unanticipated risks, known or unknown, may also exist and result in damage, injury, illness, disease, or death. 

By booking this activity, I acknowledge that I have read and understand this waiver, and I agree to its terms.