This Express Assumption of Risk, Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Indemnity Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into by the undersigned in favor of Dressage4Kids, Inc., a Connecticut corporation with its principal offices at 890 Mountain Road, Cheshire, Connecticut 06410 (“D4K”), its officers, employees, agents and successors-in-interest, its directors, members, managers, volunteers, independent contractors, working students, sponsors, instructors and trainers, any clinicians conducting clinics organized by D4K, the owner of any horse provided for my or my child’s use by or through D4K, the owner, lessor or lessee of any horse involved in Equestrian Activities or any loss, and the owners of any premises where my child or I participate in Equestrian Activities with any of the above named parties, together with the owner, lessor or lessee of any premises where my child or I participate in Equestrian Activities or where any incident involving me, my child or My horse occurs, and their respective heirs, agents, employees and others acting on their behalf (all of the above parties referred to collectively as the “Released Parties” and each a “Released Party”).

For the purposes of this Agreement any equine that I own or that my child or I are riding or handling shall be included in the meaning of the term, “My horse.” In consideration for my child or me being permitted to participate in Equestrian Activities, including but not limited to riding, training, longeing, driving, participating in instruction and/or clinics, competing, boarding, assisting veterinarians or farriers, transporting, grooming and handling horses, mounting, leading, petting, feeding, recording, observing, otherwise interacting with or being in the vicinity of horses, or observing others doing any of the above activities, whether on or off the property where the horse is stabled or transported to, and merely being present on premises owned, leased, rented, borrowed, visited, organized upon, occupied or otherwise used by Released Parties regardless of whether my or my child’s presence relates to horses or Equestrian Activities, with the Released Parties, in events or activities organized or sponsored by any of them, or in connection with the use of a horse owned by D4K, whether at my horse’s usual stable or at other venues, with or without supervision, I acknowledge and agree as follows:

1. Acknowledgment, Assumption of Risks: I acknowledge that horses can be unpredictable animals and I fully realize that there are certain dangers inherent in Equestrian Activities, including the risks of property damage, personal injury and even death. I understand that neither my horse’s actions, nor the actions of any other person or animal can necessarily be controlled, and that my or my child’s safety and that of my horses and other property cannot be guaranteed while participating in Equestrian Activities. I understand and agree that a person’s inability to control a horse or horses or to predict the reaction of a particular horse in a given situation are part of the inherent risks of Equestrian Activities and do not per se constitute negligence. I understand that injuries and harm may result from working with and around horses from a variety of causes, including the acts or omissions of other persons, domesticated or wild animals, weather, ground conditions, loud or sudden noises and other causes not necessarily predictable. I further understand that the inherent risks of Equestrian Activities include, without limitation: (i) the propensity of a horse to behave in ways that may result in injury, harm or death, (i.e. jump, run, kick, buck, bolt, spin, rear up, strike, bite, stumble or fall, etc.); (ii) the unpredictability of a horse’s reaction to sounds, (i.e. equipment, doors, snow and ice falling, rain, wind, thunder, voices, music, guns, sprinklers, sudden movement, unfamiliar objects or persons, other animals, including leashed or unleashed dogs, wildlife, other horses, etc.), or other things (i.e. water, barrels, poles, cones, flowers, flags, golf carts, mini-bikes, etc.); (iii) surface and subsurface conditions (i.e. ground holes, uneven terrain, slippery or deep footing and construction material, etc.); (iv) collisions with other horses or objects; and (v) the potential of a participant to act negligently in a manner that may contribute to injury to the participant or others, such as failing to maintain control over the animal or not acting within his or her ability. This list is only a sampling of the possible risks, and I am not relying on Released Parties to list all possible risks associated with Equestrian Activities. I recognize that even with careful handling, even the best trained horses can and often do react rapidly and in unexpected ways to stimuli and occasionally even for no apparent reason at all. These reactions are occasionally both fast and forceful and neither predictable or preventable. I understand that while the Released Parties endeavor to provide a safe environment, there is no such thing as a totally safe horse or a totally safe environment in which to ride or handle a horse. I understand and agree that an ASTM-standard F1163/SEI-certified equestrian helmet is required for anyone riding a horse, and that failing to wear a helmet while engaged in Equestrian Activities increases the risk of serious injury and/or death. I am not relying on Released Parties to provide a helmet, check it for proper fitting, or monitor the wearing of a helmet at any time now or in the future. I will maintain my own health and liability insurance and remain financially responsible for my and my child’s medical expenses. Understanding the risks involved in riding and handling horses, I voluntarily choose to participate in Equestrian Activities or allow my child to participate in Equestrian Activities and to be around horses, and KNOWINGLY AND VOLUNTARILY ASSUME THE ASSOCIATED RISKS, INCLUDING THE RISK OF INJURY AND DEATH, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE RISKS INHERENT IN EQUESTRIAN ACTIVITIES, THE UNINTENTIONAL NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES OR ANY OTHER CAUSE. I accept full and complete responsibility for the safety of myself, my child, any guests or observers accompanying me or present at my invitation, my horses and personal property, and I assume the risk of any damage or injury caused to others by my horse. I understand that it is my responsibility to control any equine I am handling or riding to the extent possible, even during instruction, and regardless of the acts of other humans or animals, and to act in a responsible manner to ensure to the extent possible my own safety and that of others. If applicable, I have discussed with my child this responsibility and safe practices when handling horses.
   
   
2. Release and Waiver of Claims, Indemnification: On behalf of myself, my heirs, successors in interest, guardians, legal representatives and assigns, I HEREBY RELEASE AND FOREVER DISCHARGE THE RELEASED PARTIES FROM ALL CLAIMS, ACTIONS, DEMANDS, RIGHTS, CAUSES OF ACTION AND LIABILITIES, IN LAW OR IN EQUITY, WHETHER MY OWN, MY CHILD’S OR DERIVATIVE CLAIMS, BASED UPON ANY BODILY INJURY OR DISABILITY, ILLNESS, DISEASE, DEATH, FINANCIAL LOSS, PROPERTY LOSS, DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION OR OTHER HARM OF WHATEVER NATURE, WHETHER FORESEEN OR UNFORESEEN, THAT MAY BE SUSTAINED OR SUFFERED BY ME, OR BY ANY OTHER PERSON AS A RESULT OF MY OR MY CHILD’S PARTICIPATION IN EQUESTRIAN ACTIVITIES OR THE ACTIONS OF MY HORSE, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE RISKS INHERENT IN EQUESTRIAN ACTIVITIES, THE UNINTENTIONAL NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES OR OTHERWISE, provided that nothing in this Section 2 shall be deemed to release any Released Party from liability arising from their own intentional cause of injury or damage. I hereby agree that I, my heirs, successors in interest, guardians, legal representatives and assigns will not, either in my, my child’s, or their own name, bring a claim against, sue, demand compensation from or attach the property or assets of the Released Parties for any loss or damage arising during or resulting from my or my child’s participation in Equestrian Activities or our presence at the Released Parties’ premises. I further agree to indemnify, defend, and hold the Released Parties harmless from and against any and all claims, suits, demands, liabilities, damages, losses, costs and expenses arising from or in connection with the injury, illness or death of any person or the damage, destruction or loss of any of my or others’ property which might result from my or my child’s participation in Equestrian Activities, our presence at the Released Parties’ premises, or from the actions of my horse. This indemnity applies even if such loss is caused in whole or in part by negligence or other fault of the Released Parties, but nothing in this Section 2 shall be deemed to require me to indemnify any Released Party for liability arising from its own intentional cause of injury or damage.
   
   
3. Personal Property: I agree that I am responsible for the security of my own personal property, including property I bring with me to Equestrian Activities or leave in the custody of the Released Parties, and that the Released Parties cannot guaranty the security of my property. I understand that the Released Parties’ insurance does not cover my property. I further agree that any claim for personal property loss or damage surviving the release provisions of this Agreement is limited to $250.00 (Two Hundred Fifty Dollars).
   
   
4. Photo and Video Release: I grant permission for Released Parties to use my and my minor child’s photograph and video depictions in any format and without compensation or other consideration to me or my minor child.
   
   
5. Foreseeability of Claims: I realize that this Agreement refers to and covers events that may take place after the signing of this document, and that the exact nature of any injury or loss I may suffer as a result of my or my child’s participation in Equestrian Activities may not be entirely foreseeable. I do realize and acknowledge that the extent of loss possible includes serious bodily injury or even death, and total destruction or loss of my or others’ property. Knowing that the damage or injuries that might be suffered from participating in Equine Activities can extend as far as death of persons or animals and total loss or destruction of property, I hereby expressly waive any claim that the unexpected nature or extent of any damage or injury invalidates or affects the enforceability of this Agreement.
   
   
6. Connecticut Law, Jurisdiction, Duration, Time Limitation, Jury Waiver, Attorneys’ Fees: Regardless of the location where my child or I may participate in Equestrian Activities, I agree that the terms of this Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted according to the laws of the State of Connecticut. I agree that exclusive jurisdiction and venue for any matter arising under or relating to this Agreement shall be in the state courts located in New Haven County, Connecticut, and I hereby consent to that jurisdiction and venue. I agree that this Agreement does not violate public policy and does not expire, and that any and all claims and/or causes of action for loss by me or my child against the Released Parties surviving this Agreement must be brought within one (1) year of the date accrued. I waive trial by jury in any such claim and/or cause of action. I agree to reimburse the Released Parties for any and all attorneys’ fees and costs incurred by the Released Parties in enforcing the terms of this Agreement and/or defending any claims or causes of action involving, or in any way relating to, me or my child.
   
   I understand that Title 52, Chapter 925, Section 52-557p of the Connecticut General Statutes provides that:
   
   “Each person engaged in recreational equestrian activities shall assume the risk and legal responsibility for any injury to his person or property arising out of the hazards inherent in equestrian sports, unless the injury was proximately caused by the negligence of the person providing the horse or horses to the individual engaged in recreational equestrian activities or the failure to guard or warn against a dangerous condition, use, structure or activity by the person providing the horse or horses or his agents or employees.”
   
   I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT GO BEYOND THE TERMS OF THIS STATUTE AND MEAN THAT I AM WAIVING CERTAIN IMPORTANT RIGHTS THAT I MIGHT OTHERWISE HAVE UNDER CONNECTICUT LAW.
   
   
7. Severability: I agree that this document is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by applicable law. If any portion of this Agreement is determined to be invalid, illegal, unenforceable, or in conflict with applicable law, that portion shall be severable, and the validity, legality and enforceability of the balance of the Agreement shall not be affected or impaired in any way and shall continue in full legal force and effect.
   
   
8. Representations and Warranties: I hereby warrant that:
   a) I HAVE VOLUNTARILY EXECUTED THIS AGREEMENT OF MY OWN FREE WILL, WITHOUT DURESS OR PRESSURE FROM ANY PERSON.
   b) I UNDERSTAND AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT I AM GIVING UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO RECOVER DAMAGES IN CASE OF INJURY, DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE OR LOSS. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS DOCUMENT IS A PROMISE NOT TO SUE AND A RELEASE OF AND INDEMNIFICATION FOR ALL CLAIMS.
   c) I HAVE READ THIS ENTIRE AGREEMENT CAREFULLY, AND I FULLY UNDERSTAND ALL OF ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS. MY SIGNATURE BELOW AND MY INITIALS ON THE PRECEDING PAGES ARE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT THAT I HAVE HAD AN OPPORTUNITY TO CAREFULLY READ THE ENTIRE AGREEMENT AND TO HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ANSWERED TO MY SATISFACTION.
   d) I UNDERSTAND AND WARRANT THAT SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR ME OR MY CHILD TO PARTICIPATE IN EQUESTRIAN ACTIVITIES, THAT I KNOW OTHER EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO ME AND MY CHILD, AND THAT I AM SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF MYSELF, MY MINOR CHILD, MY SPOUSE, MY HEIRS AND MY ASSIGNS.

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SIGNED DATE: November 6, 2026

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