Liability Waiver & Risk Acknowledgement

Te Rangi Equestrian / Te Rangi Horses

Participation in equestrian activities involves inherent risk. This Liability Waiver, Assumption of Risk & Release applies to all lessons, clinics, trail rides, schooling of horses, agistment, and use of facilities provided by Te Rangi Equestrian / Te Rangi Horses / Ashra McAvinue, at any location.


Activities & Locations Covered

This waiver applies to all activities conducted or arranged by Te Rangi Equestrian / Te Rangi Horses, including (but not limited to):

-Riding lessons, clinics, trail rides, and coaching

-Schooling, training, and agistment of horses

-Attendance at or use of Te Rangi Equestrian facilities

-All locations including:

-165A Gillespie Road, Hunua, Auckland

-167 Gillespie Road, Hunua, Auckland

-Any other location where Te Rangi Horses activities are conducted eg Wairoa Lodge Clevedon, Springbush Equestrian Hunua, Papatoe Ponyclub Brookby etcTravel to and from any activity


Acknowledgement of Risk

I acknowledge that equestrian activities are inherently dangerous. Horses are unpredictable and participation may result in serious injury, permanent disability, death, or property loss.

Risks may arise from, but are not limited to:

-Horses and other animals

-Rider experience, behaviour, or actions

-Equipment, tack, or facilities

-Weather, ground, or environmental conditions

-Actions or omissions of other participants, spectators, volunteers, or coaches

I voluntarily choose to participate with full knowledge and acceptance of these risks.


Assumption of Risk & ACC Acknowledgement

I accept and assume all risks associated with participation in equestrian activities.

I understand that under New Zealand law, most personal injury is covered by the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC). This waiver is intended to allocate risk and responsibility to the fullest extent permitted by law, including for matters not covered by ACC such as property damage, loss or injury to horses, and contractual claims.


Release & Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, I release and discharge Ashra McAvinue, Te Rangi Horses, Te Rangi Equestrian, and any volunteers, contractors, or service providers from liability for:

-Loss of, or damage to, property, equipment, vehicles, or animals (including horses)

-Injury, illness, incapacity, or death of any horse placed for schooling or agistment

-Any loss, damage, or expense arising in connection with participation in activities or use of facilities

This release applies whether the activity occurs at Te Rangi Equestrian premises or any other location.


Health Declaration

I confirm that I am physically fit to participate in equestrian activities and have not been advised by a medical professional to refrain from participation. I have no medical condition that would make participation unsafe.


Participants Under 16 Years of Age

Where the participant is under 16 years of age, a parent or legal guardian must consent to the child’s participation and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless all parties named in this waiver from any claims, loss, or liability arising from the child’s participation, to the extent permitted by law.


Agreement

By booking, attending, or participating in any lesson, clinic, trail ride, or activity with Te Rangi Equestrian / Te Rangi Horses, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Liability Waiver, Assumption of Risk & Release.

This waiver applies to all activities undertaken unless otherwise revoked in writing.

A signed digital waiver is required before participation in any Te Rangi Horses activity.

Ready to participate?
Before attending your first lesson or activity, please read this waiver and complete the digital agreement below.

NOTE - Participation is not permitted unless the waiver has been completed and accepted.

👉 Complete the Liability Waiver Form