Run Theory

Participation Agreement,
Waiver & Health Declaration

This is a legal document. Please read it in full before you take part in any Run Theory session. It applies to every participant.

By booking or attending a Run Theory session, you agree to this document. You will be asked to confirm your agreement when you book. If you do not agree, please do not take part.

01 Definitions

  • Run Theory means Cameron Archer or Run Theory Australia, , including its coaches, employees, contractors, volunteers, representatives, sponsors and owners.
  • Coach means any person engaged by Run Theory to lead or assist a Session.
  • Participant means any person who attends a Session.
  • Session means any activity organised or led by Run Theory, including the Squad, Friday track sessions, the free Tuesday run club, and any other run, training session or event.
  • Minor means any person under 18 years of age.

02 Agreement and assumption of risk

In return for Run Theory accepting my participation in Sessions, I agree to this document and I accept the risks of taking part.

03 Health declaration

I declare that I am medically able to take part in physical exercise. I am not aware of any illness, injury, condition or disability that could cause me harm during a Session.

I will tell my Coach, in writing, of any medical condition they should reasonably be aware of before I take part, and I will update them if anything changes.

04 Acknowledgement of risk

I understand that Sessions are physically demanding and carry inherent risks. These include, but are not limited to:

  • Over exertion, dehydration, heat illness and cardiac events
  • Falls, and collisions with other participants, spectators, or road, path and track users
  • The condition of the track, route or running surface
  • Weather conditions
  • Accidents caused by my own actions

I accept these risks as part of taking part.

05 Medical treatment and insurance

If I am injured or need medical assistance, I agree that a Coach may arrange medical treatment or evacuation as they reasonably see fit, at my cost. I am responsible for my own medical, ambulance and personal accident insurance.

06 Release and indemnity

To the extent permitted by law, I release Run Theory from any claim for injury, loss, damage or death arising from my participation in a Session, and I agree not to bring such a claim against Run Theory.

Nothing in this document excludes, restricts or modifies any right, guarantee or remedy that cannot lawfully be excluded, restricted or modified.

07 Facilities and equipment

Sessions may take place at public or third party facilities, including the CQU track, public parks, paths and roads. Run Theory does not own or control these facilities.

It is my responsibility to take reasonable care for my own safety, to check the surface, route and equipment, and to tell a Coach immediately if I believe anything is unsafe. By taking part, I accept the premises and equipment as suitable for the Session.

08 Directions and conduct

I agree to follow the Session guidelines and the reasonable directions of any Coach, and to behave in a way that is safe and respectful to others.

09 Media consent

I agree that Run Theory may use my name, image, video and session results for promotion and marketing, without payment.

If you would prefer not to appear in photos or video, tell a Coach and we will respect that.

10 Privacy

I agree that Run Theory may store my personal details for administration and may contact me about Run Theory.

11 Age and minors

Participants must be at least 12 years of age.

If the Participant is under 18, a parent or legal guardian must agree to this document on the Minor's behalf, is bound by it on the Minor's behalf, and is responsible for the Minor before and after each Session.

12 Consumer law

Nothing in this document is intended to exclude, restrict or modify the application of the Australian Consumer Law or any consumer guarantee that cannot be excluded by law.

13 Changes

Run Theory may update this document at any time at its discretion. The version published on this page applies.

I have read and understood this Participation Agreement, Waiver and Health Declaration, and I understand that I am giving up certain legal rights.

Last 10/07/2026: Questions about this document? Contact us at cameron@runtheory.com.au.