I, the undersigned, do hereby assume all risks by agreeing to the following:

1. That I am voluntarily participating in a firearms training class provided by Third Coast Preparedness, LLC., or its legal representatives. I understand the risks and hazards involved, and I recognize serious and life-threatening injuries can occur while carrying or using a firearm, participating in class, or later from the materials presented, whether caused by the passive or active negligence of Third Coast Preparedness, LLC., or its representatives, Montcalm County, the State of Michigan and/or the owner/operator of the firing range used in conjunction with this class, their agents, facilities owner, officers, director, shareholders, employees, instructors, volunteers, or representatives.

2. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding my participation in class. I represent that I am physically fit and I have no medical, psychological, or any other condition, which would prevent my full participation in the firearms class.

3. I realize that liability may arise from negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities being released, from dangerous or defective equipment or property owned, maintained, or controlled by them or because of their possible liability without fault.

4. In consideration of being permitted to participate in the classes provided by Third Coast Preparedness, LLC., I agree to assume full responsibility for any and all risks, injuries, losses, or  damages, known or unknown, which I might incur as a result of participating in the class.

5. In further consideration of being permitted to participate in the firearms training class, I, my legal heirs, executors, administrators, next of kin, successors, or legal representatives knowingly, voluntarily, and expressly waive, release, discharge, hold harmless and promise to indemnify and covenant not to sue Third Coast Preparedness, LLC., or its representatives, Montcalm County, the State of Michigan, and/or the owner/operator of the firing range used in conjunction with this class, their agents, facilities owner, officers, director, shareholders, employees, instructors, volunteers, or representatives from any and all injuries or damages of whatsoever kind and nature that I may sustain as a result of participating in the firearms training class, or of direct or indirect use of the instruction of the class. I also understand that this type of training may result in minor injuries such as bruises and lacerations.

6. I certify that I am over the age of eighteen (18) years and I am legally entitled to own and use a handgun and/or firearm.

7. I agree that any provisions of this release are held to be invalid, nevertheless, the balance of the release shall continue in full force and effect.

8. I agree that if the instructor believes that I am or will be involved in criminal activity, the instructor will expel me from the class with no refund. I also agree that the parties covered in this waiver are not liable for slander and/or libel as part of being expelled.

9. I agree that if the instructor believes that I am or will be unsafe or dangerous, the instructor will expel me from the class with no refund. I also agree that the parties covered in this waiver are not liable for slander and/or libel as part of being expelled.

10. I understand that photos and video may be taken during the course and agree that my image and or likeness may be used for advertising and that extreme close up frontal facial angles and names will not be published without prior approval. I also agree that any pictures and/or recordings that I take while participating in a class or event can and will only be used for personal use, and shall not be published, uploaded to any social media service, or used for commercial purposes without permission from Third Coast Preparedness, LLC. or its representatives.

11. I agree that I will not use any information, techniques, media or any portion of any Third Coast curriculum presented to me for financial gain without express written permission.

12. I understand that I must sign this release of liability and fully comprehend the structure and nature of the class, and also the risks involved before being allowed to participate in this class. I have read the above release and waiver of liability and fully understand its contents and covenants. I have been informed of all risks involved and I voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions stated above.

*** Our instructors will provide training and instruction on the required legal topics associated with concealed weapons carry in Michigan; however WILL NOT provide legal advice or opinion. The instructor IS NOT representing any Law Enforcement Agency. ***