Participation Waiver

Big NC Tennis LLC (Big NC Tennis & Pickleball) · Last updated: October 2026

This waiver covers Big NC clinics, Private Clinics, Harnett Saturday clinics, private lessons, the Junior Circuit, Big NC events and any other program you pay Big NC for directly. When you check the box at checkout or sign this form, you agree to it for yourself, and for your child if you're signing as a parent or guardian. It stays in place for 12 months unless you tell us otherwise.

1. Tennis and pickleball are active sports. Players run, stop fast, change direction, and play around moving balls, rackets and paddles. Even when everyone is careful, injuries can happen. They include sprains and strains, falls, being hit by a ball, racket or paddle, eye injuries, heat illness and dehydration, and, rarely, serious injuries like broken bones or concussions. Outdoor courts can be hot, wet or uneven.

2. Assumption of risk. I understand these risks. I (or my child) choose to take part, and I accept the risks that are part of playing, including ones no one can predict.

3. Playing safe. I agree, and I'll help my child agree:

• to follow the coaches and court rules;
• to wear athletic shoes and bring water;
• to tell a coach right away about any injury, illness or pain.

Coaches may sit a player out to keep them safe, including after any hit to the head.

4. Health. To the best of my knowledge, the player is able to take part. I've told Big NC about any health needs coaches should know, like allergies, asthma, an inhaler or an EpiPen, and I'll tell Big NC if anything changes.

5. Medical authorization. If the player is hurt or sick and I can't be reached, I give Big NC coaches permission to:

• call 911;
• give basic first aid;
• arrange emergency medical care.

Big NC will try to reach me or my emergency contact right away. I'm responsible for the cost of any care.

6. Release.

• Adult players: as far as North Carolina law allows, I release Big NC Tennis LLC, its owner, coaches, staff and volunteers from claims for injury, illness or loss caused by the ordinary risks of taking part.
• Parents and guardians: I release my own claims, for example for my child's medical costs, to the same extent. I understand this doesn't release my child's own claims.
• For everyone: this release doesn't cover gross negligence or willful or wanton misconduct.

7. Photos and video. We love sharing moments from the court. At checkout or on this form, you choose one:

• Yes: Big NC may use photos and video of the player on our websites, social media and flyers.
• No: please don't use the player's photo or video.

For players under 18, we use first names only, and we never share a school, address or schedule. You can change your choice any time by emailing admin@bignctennis.com, and we'll take posts down from our own channels. We can't control photos that other parents take and share.

8. Payments. Our Refunds & Cancellations page explains credits, refunds and no-shows.

9. The fine print. If any part of this waiver can't be enforced, the rest still applies. North Carolina law governs.

Paper form (for walk-ups and free trials)

Program: ____________________ Date(s): ____________________

Player name: ____________________ Date of birth: __________

Parent/guardian (if under 18): ____________________

Phone (or WhatsApp): ____________________ Email: ____________________

Emergency contact name and phone: ____________________

Health notes for coaches: ____________________

Photos and video: ☐ Yes ☐ No

I've read this waiver and I'm signing it voluntarily. If the player is under 18, I'm their parent or legal guardian.

Signature: ____________________ Printed name: ____________________ Date: __________