Dunwoody Fencing Club is open to anyone interested in participating in the sport of fencing. However, participation at Dunwoody Fencing Club is a privilege, not a right. Along with this privilege come expectations of behavior by fencers, guests, volunteers, and staff in accordance with the following published Code of Conduct.

1. No Discrimination. Fencers, guests and staff of Dunwoody Fencing Club are expected to treat other fencers, guests and staff at all times and in all respects in a manner free from discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.

2. Physical Safety. Fencers are expected to exercise control of their actions and demeanor at all times and to exercise good judgment by fe ncing appropriately for the age, size, and experience level of their opponents.  Fencers are expected to wear all safety equipment and appropriate clothing, including full-length pants. Fencers shall not, under any circumstances, raise a weapon toward an unmasked person.

3. Sportsmanship.  Good sportsmanship is expected from all fencers at all times. Fencers are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and courteous manner. Fencers are expected to salute their opponent and the director before and after each bout and to shake hands with their opponent after each bout in a sportsmanlike manner.

4. Equipment. Fencers are expected to keep all equipment owned by them in safe working order and are responsible for the suitability and condition of that equipment at all times. Fencers using club equipment are expected not to use equipment that appears to be damaged or unsafe and to give such equipment to a coach or instructor.

5. Club Activities. All club activities must be treated with respect by fencers and guests. Families, friends and visitors must not interrupt or disrupt any ongoing activity or any coach or instructor.

6. Tournament Conduct. Club members attending tournaments represent Dunwoody Fencing Club. Members are bound by the rules of fencing and the USFA code of conduct regardless of whether they are participating in a local, regional, national, or international competition. Any fencer representing Dunwoody Fencing Club who breaches these rules and/or code of conduct is subject to disciplinary action.

7. Ejection. If at any time a fencer or guest threatens the safety of other fencers, guests or staff any member of the staff may  immediately escort the threatening individual from the applicable premises.  REVOCATION OF PRIVILEGES: Dunwoody Fencing Club reserves the right to suspend or revoke the club membership of any person whom the coach or staff finds has violated this Code of Conduct.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

I understand and appreciate that participation in the sport of fencing carries a risk to me of serious bodily injury including permanent paralysis or death. I understand that fencing as an athletic activity involves physical exertion and that the sport of fencing involves aggressive physical contact with other participants. I knowingly and voluntarily recognize, accept, and assume this risk.

I assume the risk of bodily injury or other medical conditions arising as a result of my participation in the sport of fencing. I understand that it is my responsibility to wear appropriate safety equipment, including the appropriate clothing, to all fencing classes, practice sessions, and tournaments, or other activities sponsored by Dunwoody Fencing Club. I understand that I am responsible for my own safety and for conducting myself in a safe
manner at all times.

I agree to hold harmless and hereby release Dunwoody Fencing Club, its coaches, instructors, volunteers, members, guests, other participants, practice facilities, and the United States Fencing Association from any and all claims and liabilities of any kind in connection with my participation in the sport of fencing.
This agreement shall also be binding on my personal representatives,
heirs, and assigns.

This Assumption of Risk and Waiver and Release of Liability shall remain in full force and effect until such time as it is revoked
in writing by the undersigned.


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Signature of Member/Fencer Date
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Signature of Parent/Guardian if under age 18 Date