Section 1
Waiver Overview
This Liability Waiver & Assumption of Risk Agreement (“Waiver”) governs your participation in any firearms training course, knife training program, range activity, educational event, or related service offered by Traveling Guns & Knives (“TGK,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). It applies whether training takes place at a fixed facility, a mobile range location, or any other site TGK operates from.
By participating in any TGK activity, you confirm that you have read this Waiver in full, understand its contents, and voluntarily accept the terms described below. This document is intended to be read carefully — not skimmed — before you set foot on the range or in the classroom.
Acceptance of this Waiver is required before participating in any TGK training, range session, or event. No exceptions.
What This Waiver Covers
Assumed Risks
The inherent risks of firearms and knife training you knowingly accept.
Your Responsibilities
Expected conduct, safety compliance, and equipment care during training.
Release Terms
The liability release you grant TGK, its staff, and affiliates.
Your Acknowledgment
The digital signature confirming you understand and agree.
Section 2
Assumption of Risk
Firearms and knife training involve inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken by TGK, its instructors, or fellow participants. By participating, you acknowledge and voluntarily accept these risks as a condition of taking part.
Firearms Training
Risks associated with live-fire exercises, malfunctions, and handling live ammunition.
Knife Handling Training
Risks of cuts, punctures, or injury during edged-weapon instruction and drills.
Range Activities
Risks present on an active range, including noise, ricochet, and proximity to live fire.
Physical Movement
Risks of strain, falls, or fatigue during movement- and scenario-based drills.
Outdoor Exercises
Risks tied to weather, terrain, and other outdoor training conditions.
Classroom Demonstrations
Risks associated with live or inert demonstration equipment used for instruction.
You understand and voluntarily accept these risks as an informed participant, and you confirm that no one has pressured you to take part.
Section 3
Participant Responsibilities
Safety on the range is a shared responsibility. As a participant, you agree to:
Follow Instructor Direction
Comply promptly with all instructions given by TGK instructors and staff.
Obey Safety Rules
Follow all posted and verbally communicated range and facility safety rules.
Use Equipment Responsibly
Handle firearms, knives, and gear only as instructed and for their intended purpose.
Report Unsafe Conditions
Immediately notify staff of any unsafe equipment, behavior, or environment.
Follow Range Commands
Respond immediately to range commands such as “cease fire” or “stop.”
Maintain Lawful Conduct
Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws at all times.
Section 4
Medical Fitness
Training activities can be physically demanding. Participants are responsible for understanding their own physical condition and its suitability for the activity chosen.
You confirm that you are physically capable of participating in your selected training, and that you will let instructors know of any relevant physical limitations before the session begins, where appropriate.
Participants must not take part while impaired by alcohol, drugs, illness, or any other condition that could affect their ability to safely handle firearms, knives, or training equipment. TGK instructors reserve the right to decline or pause participation if impairment is suspected, for the safety of everyone on site.
Section 5
Release of Liability
In consideration of being permitted to participate in TGK training, range activities, and related services, you agree to the following release, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law:
You release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue Traveling Guns & Knives, its owners, instructors, employees, contractors, and affiliates (collectively, the “Released Parties”) from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury that may be sustained while participating in TGK activities, to the extent such loss, damage, or injury results from the inherent risks voluntarily assumed under this Waiver and as permitted under [Governing State] law.
This release does not apply to conduct that cannot lawfully be released under applicable law, such as gross negligence or willful misconduct, where such limitations are required by [Governing Jurisdiction].
Section 6
Property Damage & Personal Belongings
You are responsible for the safekeeping and condition of your own belongings brought to any TGK activity. TGK is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to personal property.
Personal Equipment
Bags, holsters, optics, and gear you bring to training.
Firearms
Any personally owned firearms used during training.
Knives
Any personally owned bladed tools or trainers you bring.
Ammunition
Personally supplied ammunition brought to a session.
Clothing
Apparel and protective wear worn during training.
Personal Belongings
Phones, wallets, keys, and any other items brought on-site.
Section 7
Photography & Media Consent
TGK may photograph or video training sessions and events for promotional, educational, or archival purposes. This section describes how that media may be used and the choices available to you.
[Insert Company Policy: Participants may opt in or opt out of being included in promotional photography and video. Indicate your preference on the acknowledgment form below.]
If you prefer not to appear in promotional materials, please notify staff before your session begins and indicate your preference in the digital acknowledgment section of this page.
Section 8
Cancellation & Removal Policy
TGK instructors are responsible for the safety of every participant on-site. A participant may be removed from training, without refund and without compromising the safety of others, for reasons including:
Unsafe Behavior
Any action that puts the participant or others at risk.
Safety Protocol Violations
Disregard for posted rules or verbal safety instructions.
Disruptive Conduct
Behavior that interferes with instruction or other participants.
Failure to Follow Direction
Repeated disregard for instructor guidance during training.
Section 9
Legal Agreement
By digitally signing this Waiver, you acknowledge and confirm that you:
Have Read the Waiver
You have read this Waiver in its entirety before signing.
Understand the Contents
You understand the risks, responsibilities, and release described above.
Had a Chance to Ask Questions
You have had the opportunity to ask TGK staff about anything unclear.
Voluntarily Agree
You accept these terms voluntarily, without pressure, as a condition of participation.
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