PARTICIPANT WAIVER, RELEASE, AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I acknowledge and fully understand that fist-fighting is an extreme, high-risk combat sport that carries inherent and significant dangers. These risks include, but are not limited to:
Cuts, bruises, lacerations, and other superficial injuries
Fractures, broken bones, dislocations, sprains, and ligament/tendon tears
Concussions, traumatic brain injury (TBI), neurological damage, and long-term cognitive impairment
Serious medical emergencies including aneurysm, stroke, seizure, cardiac arrest, fainting, or heart attack triggered by exertion or impact
Internal injuries, organ damage, paralysis, permanent disability, or death
I voluntarily assume all such risks, whether known or unknown, associated with my participation in the Gyte Ryte Cat Fight Championship.
I agree to abide by the rules of GRCFC and that biting, scratching, shoving, slapping, etc., will not be tolerated. GRCFC is a fist-fighting league, where only punching and elbow strikes are allowed.
Voluntary & Unpaid Role Acknowledgment
I understand and agree that my role as a Crew Member is strictly voluntary and unpaid. I will not receive wages, salaries, benefits, or other compensation for my participation. Any travel, lodging, meals, or related expenses incurred in connection with my participation, including traveling to and from league venue locations, are my sole responsibility and will not be reimbursed by Gyte Ryte Entertainment LLC or its affiliates.
By signing this form, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless Gyte Ryte Entertainment LLC, its owners, officers, employees, representatives, affiliates, volunteers, sponsors, medical staff, and event organizers (collectively, the “Released Parties”) from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, or expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising out of or related to any injury, loss, or damage that I may sustain while participating in, attending, or traveling to/from this event, whether caused by negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I affirm that I am in good physical condition, have no known medical condition that would prevent or limit safe participation, and that I am solely responsible for consulting with a physician regarding my ability to compete. I agree to immediately inform the organizers if I experience any discomfort or injury during the event. I further acknowledge that no guarantee of medical treatment is provided, and that I am solely responsible for any medical expenses incurred.
I grant Gyte Ryte Entertainment LLC and its authorized representatives full and unrestricted rights to use my name, image, likeness, voice, and any photographs or video recordings taken of me during the event, for promotional, advertising, broadcasting, or marketing purposes in any media, worldwide and in perpetuity, without compensation.
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any liability, claims, damages, or expenses brought by third parties arising from my actions, conduct, or participation in this event.