WAIVER OF LIABILITY

Welcome! Before participating in Vanessa Grutman’s services, we need you to thoroughly read, understand, and agree to this Waiver and Release of Liability (the “Waiver”). The purpose of this Waiver is to clearly communicate some risks of participating with us, and to have you release Vanessa Grutman of any liability if you get injured or sick, if you have complications or side effects, if any of your things are lost, stolen or broken, or if anything else goes wrong. Please be aware that if you do not sign this Waiver and agree to its terms, you will not be permitted to participate in any classes.

If you are a minor in the Province of Quebec or in your place of residence, your legal guardian must also sign this Waiver on your behalf. 

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY TO MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND THIS WAIVER. PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS IF ANYTHING IS UNCLEAR. WE ARE HERE TO SUPPORT YOU. BY SIGNING THIS YOU AGREE YOU ARE SIGNING AWAY YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS TO SUE, AND YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ALL THE TERMS OF THIS WAIVER.

1. Parties. We are VGrutman Consulting Inc., a Corporation based in the Province of Quebec. In this Waiver, we will refer to ourselves as “Vanessa Grutman,” “us,” “we,”  and “our.” We’ll refer to you, the undersigned (electronically or by hand), or the person who has clicked “I Agree” (or something similar) to this Waiver, as “you” or “your.”

2. The Services. While with us at Vanessa Grutman, you may receive the following health coaching services and more (the “Services”): The Services also apply to any of the Services made available for online streaming and participation or that take place outside of Vanessa Grutman’s facilities, including outdoors or at your home.

3. Inherent Risks. You understand that receiving the Services poses inherent risks and potential side effects, some more obvious or serious than others. These risks can result in serious harm and injuries that could change your quality of life, so we want you to be aware of them beforehand. Potential side effects and injuries include but are not limited to: - Over-supplementation or improper supplementation resulting in allergic reaction, toxic overload, digestive distress, headaches, worsening of existing symptoms, etc. - - Emotional, psychological and physiological changes, distress, disorientation related to changes in lifestyle, confronting difficult issues, personal challenges, and suppressed feelings or thoughts. - If you are pregnant or recently gave birth, there are additional risks to your body and to the health of your fetus, including but not limited to pregnancy loss, low birth weight, early delivery and postpartum complications.

4. Affirmation of Health. By agreeing to receive the Services, you agree that you are healthy enough to receive them. If you are unsure, you affirm that you have sought medical advice and consulted with your primary care physician to determine that these are the right treatments for you and do not pose a significantly increased risk to your health. If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, physical injuries, weakness, or are pregnant or post-natal, you should consult with your doctor first before engaging with the Services. Please communicate and inform us IMMEDIATELY if at any point you do not feel well during the Services. 

5. Medical Disclaimer. You fully understand that Vanessa Grutman is not a medical or healthcare professional and that the Services and any information, consultation or facilitation provided by Vanessa Grutman does not constitute medical treatment or advice. You acknowledge and agree that your use of any dietary, lifestyle or wellness recommendations or information is completely voluntary and you are solely responsible for freely choosing to implement them. Regarding any physical or mental health problems, ailments, conditions, eating disorders, or other diseases, you are now being advised that it is your responsibility to obtain competent medical advice from a licensed medical or mental health professional. You understand and agree that any service rendered by Vanessa Grutman is not designed to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease, pain, deformity, injury, or mental or physical condition of any kind. 

6. Voluntary Assumption of Risk. You have read this Waiver and understand the risks of receiving the Services provided by Vanessa Grutman. By signing, electronic signing, or clicking “I Agree” (or something similar), you are confirming your voluntary engagement and assumption of the risks of the Services.

7. Lost or Stolen Personal Items. You agree that it is solely your responsibility to safeguard your personal items, and Vanessa Grutman is in no way responsible for any of your personal property that is damaged, lost, or stolen before, during, or after your participation in the Services.

8. Release, Waiver and Indemnity. You hereby release, hold harmless, indemnify and waive any claims against Vanessa Grutman and VGrutman Consulting Inc., as well as their members, owners, directors, officers, contractors, employees, affiliates, volunteers, associates, landlords, agents, executors, administrators, successors, family members and assigns (the “Released Parties”) with respect to any and all liability and damages incurred during, or in any way associated with, your participation in the Services with Vanessa Grutman, however caused, including as a result of the Released Parties’ negligence, including but not limited to damage to or loss of personal property, personal injuries, death, illness, or any cause of action related to premises liability. You are releasing the Released Parties at your own risk and you agree to forfeit any and all forms of legal recourse which may be available to you, including but not limited to any form of damages, as a result of your participation in the Services. You agree that this provision applies to you, your family, heirs, executors or anyone else who may be able to bring a legal action on your behalf in the future.

9. Continued Agreement. Agreement to this Waiver will act as your continued agreement to all ensuing treatments, workshops and Services whether in person (inside or outside), online, or via video conferencing tool. 

10. General Legal Provisions. Choice of Laws and Venue. This Waiver will be governed exclusively by the laws of the Province of Quebec. The parties agree to irrevocably submit all claims to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Province of Quebec. Severability. If any terms or provisions of this Waiver are invalid or unenforceable, the other provisions in the Waiver will remain in full force and effect. Entire Agreement. This Waiver constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and replaces any prior agreements. Online Agreement. The parties agree that this Waiver may be signed electronically or agreed to by having you click “I Agree” (or something similar), the effect of which will be the same as signing by hand. 

You agree that you have read this Waiver and fully understand its contents and voluntarily agree to be bound to all of its terms.