Freediving Risk Waiver and Release of Liability

Effective Date: 31 January 2025
Provider: No Ripples Pty Ltd, trading as Michaela Werner Freediver

By checking the box at checkout, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Waiver and Release of Liability. Please read carefully — it affects your legal rights and obligations.

1. Acknowledgment of Risks

I understand that freediving and related activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to:

• Physical, bodily, psychological injury, or death

• Physical exertion beyond my usual activity

• Equipment failure or inadequate equipment

• Limited or no facilities for treatment or transport if injured

• Changing environmental conditions without warning

• Injuries caused by myself or other participants

• Risks due to negligence, breach of contract, or statutory duty by the Provider

I acknowledge that these activities are undertaken voluntarily, for recreation and enjoyment, and involve a significant degree of physical risk. I accept these risks at my own responsibility.

2. Health and Fitness Declaration

I declare that I am medically and physically fit to participate. I will disclose any medical condition, injury, or concern that may affect my safety or the safety of others.
I will not participate if under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication that could impair judgment or capacity.
I will not engage in reckless or negligent behaviour.

3. Assumption of Responsibility

I voluntarily assume full responsibility for my safety while participating in freediving activities. I agree to follow all safety instructions, guidelines, and practices provided by Michaela Werner or her representatives — including depth limits, breath-hold limits, and the buddy system.

I acknowledge that:

• Online course participation requires prior certification as a pool freediver.

• Maximum breath-hold dives must only be attempted with a trained, experienced buddy present.

• Breath-hold training in water must never be done alone.

4. Release of Liability

I release and hold harmless the Provider, its employees, contractors, and agents from any claims, liability, or damages arising out of participation in freediving activities, whether caused by negligence, breach of duty, error, or otherwise.
I agree to indemnify the Provider against claims made by third parties in connection with my participation.

5. Emergency Medical Treatment

If I suffer illness or injury, I consent to evacuation, first aid, or medical treatment arranged by the Provider at my expense.

6. Insurance

I understand it is my responsibility to hold appropriate insurance (travel, medical, diving).

7. Voluntary Participation

I confirm that I am voluntarily choosing to participate and have not been coerced. I am not under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

8. Governing Law

This waiver is governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.

⚠️ Important Note:

• For online courses: training includes dry exercises and water practice, including maximum attempts, but only under the supervision of an experienced buddy. Certification in pool freediving is required.

• For in-person experiences: activities may include pool, depth, ice baths, or yoga. Additional safety briefings will be provided.