Participant Enrollment

Sapphire Ribbons LLC

Participant/Liability Enrollment Form

Instructor: Sapphire Ribbons, LLC, an Iowa limited liability company, d/b/a Sapphire Ribbons

21313 305th St, Mason City, IA 50401 | 641-512-4705

Participant/Liability Form is REQUIRED for ANYONE Entering Horse Area at Sapphire Ribbons

If multiple riders from same family ALL RIDERS must have a liablity form completed.

Rider Information

Emergency Contact

Lesson Description

Sapphire Ribbons lessons are designed to provide riders with a well-rounded horsemanship education. Lessons may include safe horse handling, grooming and daily horse care, horse behavior and safety education, tacking and untacking, stable management, riding instruction, arena etiquette and safety, cooling out horses, tack cleaning, and proper post-ride horse care.

Lesson time may include mounted and unmounted activities. A one-hour lesson does not mean one hour of riding time. Riders are expected to participate in horse care before and after riding unless otherwise directed by the instructor.

Age Requirements

The regular lesson program is designed for riders age six (6) and older. Exceptions may be made for birthday parties, camps, special events, or other approved programs. Parents of children under age six must contact Sapphire Ribbons before registering.

Assumption of Risk

The Rider and/or Parent/Guardian understands that horseback riding, horse handling, grooming, tacking, mounting, dismounting, and all equine-related activities involve inherent risks that may result in serious injury, paralysis, death, or property damage. The Rider voluntarily assumes all risks associated with participation in equine activities and acknowledges that horses are unpredictable animals that may react unexpectedly.

Iowa Equine Liability Warning

Under Iowa law, an equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 673.

The Rider and/or Parent/Guardian acknowledges having read and understood this warning.

Release and Hold Harmless Agreement

In consideration of being permitted to participate in activities at Sapphire Ribbons, the Rider and/or Parent/Guardian agrees to release, waive, discharge, indemnify, and hold harmless Sapphire Ribbons, LLC, Addyson Runde individually and as  member, its members, managers, employees, volunteers, assistants and agents, property owners, facility owners, landlords, their employees, volunteers, assistants, and agents from any claims, demands, causes of action, liabilities, damages, costs, attorney fees, expenses, injuries, illness, death, or property damage arising from participation in equine activities, except where caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct.

Leased Facility Acknowledgement

The Rider and/or Parent/Guardian understands that Sapphire Ribbons operates from a leased facility. The property owner, facility owner, and landlord are not responsible for riding instruction, supervision, horse care, or participant safety and shall be held harmless from any claims arising from participation in lessons or activities conducted by Sapphire Ribbons.

The Rider and/or Parent/Guardian agrees that the property owner, landlord, facility owner, and their agents, employees, representatives, and affiliates shall not be liable for any injury, illness, death, loss, theft, damage, or other claim involving the Rider and/or Parent/Guardian, while on or about the premises.

Owner expressly agrees to release, indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the property owner, landlord, facility owner, and their agents, employees, representatives, and affiliates from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, costs, expenses, attorney fees, and liabilities arising out of or related to the boarding, training, handling, transportation, care, or presence of the horse on the premises, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

Owner acknowledges that all services provided under this Agreement are performed by Sapphire Ribbons and not by the property owner. The property owner is not a party to this Agreement and assumes no responsibility for the care, custody, control, training, boarding, supervision, or welfare of the horse.

Property Access and Supervision

For the safety of riders, guests, horses, livestock, and property, Rider and/or Parent/Guardian understands and agrees that participants are only permitted in designated lesson, arena, barn, and horse activity areas as directed by Sapphire Ribbons staff.

Riders, siblings, guests, and visitors are not permitted to roam, explore, play, or wander around the farm, outbuildings, pastures, paddocks, equipment areas, hay storage areas, private residences, or any restricted areas without permission.

Running, roughhousing, climbing on fences, gates, equipment, hay bales, trailers, or farm machinery is strictly prohibited.

All minors must remain under the supervision of a parent, guardian, or designated responsible adult when not actively participating in a lesson or activity.

Sapphire Ribbons reserves the right to remove any participant or guest from the property for failure to follow these rules. No refunds will be issued for lessons or activities interrupted or terminated due to violations of this policy.

Guest and Observation Area

For the safety of all participants, horses, livestock, and property, any guest, spectator, family member, sibling, friend, or visitor accompanying a Rider who is not listed as an authorized participant on this Agreement shall remain in the designated observation area at all times unless they personally have signed an authorized participant Agreement.

Guests are not permitted in barns, stalls, arenas, paddocks, pastures, turnout areas, feed rooms, tack rooms, equipment areas, private residences, or any other restricted areas without express permission. Guests may not handle, feed, groom, lead, ride, or otherwise interact with any horse without their own personally agreement.

The Rider and/or Parent/Guardian accepts responsibility for ensuring their guests comply with this policy. Sapphire Ribbons reserves the right to require any guest violating these rules to leave the property immediately. Failure to comply may result in suspension or termination of lesson privileges without refund.

Personal Property/Liability Disclaimer

Sapphire Ribbons is not responsible for the damage, loss, or theft of any personal items, tack, or equipment left on the facility property. All personal belongings—including saddles, bridles, blankets, grooming kits, and trailers—are stored on-site entirely at the owner's risk. We strongly recommend that clients clearly label all of their gear and secure any high-value equipment.

Footwear/Clothing Requirement

Anyone entering horse areas or coming into contact with a horse must wear sturdy closed-toe boots. Prohibited footwear includes: sandals, flip-flops, Crocs, open-toed shoes, bare feet, high heels, or any footwear deemed unsafe by Sapphire Ribbons. Additional long pants/jeans/jods are required during lessons. Shirts are always required.

Sapphire Ribbons reserves the right to deny participation to anyone not wearing proper footwear. No refunds will be provided for missed lessons due to improper footwear.

Helmet Requirement

All riders under the age of eighteen (18) must wear a properly fitted ASTM/SEI-approved equestrian riding helmet whenever mounted on a horse. No exceptions will be permitted.

Adult riders (18 years of age or older) are strongly encouraged to wear a properly fitted ASTM/SEI-approved equestrian riding helmet whenever mounted on a horse. Sapphire Ribbons recommends helmet use for all riders regardless of age or experience level.

An adult rider who elects not to wear a helmet acknowledges that horseback riding presents a significant risk of head injury, traumatic brain injury, paralysis, and death. The rider understands that helmet use may reduce the severity of such injuries and voluntarily assumes all additional risks associated with riding without a helmet.

Behavior Expectations

The following behaviors are prohibited:

1. Running in horse areas

2. Excessive yelling or screaming

3. Teasing or mistreating animals

4. Bullying or harassment

5. Disrespect toward instructors or other riders

6. Failure to follow instructions

7. Unsafe conduct

8. Profanity or disruptive behavior

9. Entering restricted areas

Sapphire Ribbons reserves the right to remove any participant from lessons or activities for unsafe or inappropriate behavior. No refunds will be issued for lessons ended early or canceled due to misconduct.

Video Surveillance Notice

For the safety and security of all riders, guests, horses, livestock, staff, and property, Sapphire Ribbons utilizes video surveillance and monitoring systems throughout portions of the facility. By entering the property, all participants, parents, guardians, guests, visitors, boarders, and clients acknowledge and consent to being recorded by video surveillance equipment.

Surveillance footage may be used for safety monitoring, security purposes, investigation of incidents, enforcement of facility policies, protection of horses and property, and any other lawful purpose. Individuals on the property should have no expectation of privacy in common areas, barns, arenas, parking areas, driveways, entrances, or other monitored locations.

Any theft, vandalism, trespassing, property damage, unsafe conduct, or violation of facility rules may be documented and reported to law enforcement or other appropriate authorities.

Riders Ability

Rider represents that he or she has disclosed all physical limitations, medical conditions, allergies, or behavioral issues that may affect participation.

Horse Assignment

Instructor retains sole discretion regarding horse assignment and may substitute horses.

Right to Refuse Service

Express authority to terminate participation for:

• unsafe conduct,

• intoxication,

• abusive behavior,

• failure to follow instructions.

Venue

Any litigation arising from this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the Iowa District Court for Cerro Gordo County, Iowa.

Medical

Required for Riders Under 18

In the event of an emergency and a parent, guardian, or emergency contact cannot be reached, Sapphire Ribbons is authorized to obtain emergency medical treatment deemed necessary. Parent/Guardian agrees to be financially responsible for resulting medical expenses.

Minor Release Authorization

Copies of any custody orders, protective orders, or court restrictions must be provided before lessons begin.

PHOTO AND MEDIA RELEASE

Cancellation Policy

Lesson fees are due before the lesson begins unless otherwise agreed. A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required to cancel or reschedule a lesson. Lessons canceled with less than 24 hours' notice may be charged in full. No refunds will be issued for removal from lessons due to safety violations or misconduct.

Acknowledgement

I have carefully read this Agreement and understand its contents. I understand that horseback riding and equine activities involve inherent risks. I voluntarily agree to all terms and conditions contained herein and certify that all information provided is true and accurate.