Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association Insurance Program Adult and Minor Waiver and Release of Liability January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in the Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association and its member organizations’ athletics/sports programs, and related events and activities, the undersigned: 1. Agree that prior to participating, they each will inspect the facilities and equipment to be used, and if they believe anything is unsafe, they will immediately advise their coach or supervisor of such condition(s) and refuse to participate. 2. Acknowledge and fully understand that each participant will be engaging in activities that involve risk of serious injury, including permanent disability and death, and severe social and economic losses which might result not only from their own actions, inactions or negligence, but the action, inaction or negligence of others, the rules of play, or the condition of the premises or of any equipment used.Further, that there may be other risks not known to us or not reasonably foreseeable at this time. 3. Assume all the foregoing risks and accept personal responsibility for the damages following such injury,permanent disability or death. 4. Release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue the Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association, its member associations, its affiliated clubs, their respective administrators, directors, agents, coaches, and other volunteers or employees of the organization, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and leasers of premises used to conduct the event, all of which are hereinafter referred to as “releasees”, from demands, losses or damages on account of injury, including death or damage to property, caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the releasee or otherwise. The undersigned custodial parent or legal guardian acknowledges that he/she is also signing this release on behalf of the minor participant, that he/she is waiving certain rights on behalf of the minor participant that the minor participant otherwise may have and that the minor participant shall be bound by all of the terms of this release. By signing this waiver and release without a parent’s or guardian’s signature, the participant represents he/she is at least 18 years of age, or, if signing as the parent or guardian of the participant, signer represents they are the custodial parent or legal guardian of the minor participant. THE UNDERSIGNED HAVING READ THE ABOVE WAIVER AND RELEASE, UNDERSTAND THAT THEY HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT AND SIGN IT VOLUNTARILY

In consideration of being allowed to participate in sports, recreational, and related events of any kind, the undersigned releases from liability the Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association and its member organizations, affiliated clubs, their administrators, directors, agents, coaches,volunteers or employees, other participants,sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and owners and leasees of premises where activities or events are conducted, hereinafter referred to as “Releasees,” in full understanding and agreement that: 1. Paddling and other club activities are inherently dangerous, involving risk of serious injury, including permanent disability and death, and severe social and economic losses which might result from the actions, inactions or negligence of their own or of others, the rules of play, or the condition of the premises or of any equipment used. Risks may be unknown, and not reasonably foreseeable. 2. Prior to participating, it is paddler's responsibility to inspect the facilities and equipment to be used, and if they believe anything is unsafe, to immediately advise their coach or supervisor of such condition(s) and refrain from participating. Paddlers will follow all rules and instructions relating to conduct and safety. 3. They understand and assume all risk associated with participating, and release, waive and discharge Releasees from liability for demands, losses or damages on account of injury, including death or damage to property related to participation. 4. Paddling and other club activities are inherently public, taking place on beaches, open water and other locations open to the public. Photographs may be taken by Releasees or by members of the public. I hereby grant Releasees the right to use paddler's photograph or recording in any and all forms of media and in all manners including, but not limited to edited, or composite media formats, for the purpose of documenting the perpetuation of the art of the sport of Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe training, rigging, paddling and racing; for news release, art, advertising, trade or any other lawful purpose whatsoever; and release, discharge, and agree to save Releasees from any liability by virtue of blurring, distortion, or alteration whether intentional or otherwise, that may occur or be produced in the making of said images. The undersigned custodial parent or legal guardian acknowledges that he/she is also signing this release on behalf of the minor participant, that he/she is waiving certain rights on behalf of the minor participant that the minor participant otherwise may have and that the minor participant shall be bound by all of the terms of this release. By signing this waiver and release without a parent’s or guardian’s signature, the participant represents he/she is at least 18 years of age, or, if signing as the parent or guardian of the participant, signer represents they are the custodial parent or legal guardian of the minor participant. THE UNDERSIGNED HAVING READ THE ABOVE WAIVER AND RELEASE, UNDERSTAND THAT THEY HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT AND SIGN IT VOLUNTARILY.

I. A KOA KAI PADDLER’S DUTIES AND CODE OF ETHICS AND CONDUCT 1. Members are expected to treat all fellow members and the general community with respect, honesty and fairness.  i. Respect yourself.   a. Strive to achieve your personal best – both physically and mentally – and to support others in this effort.   b. Concentrate on paddling and affecting the outcome of a race with your best effort. Work hard for your team and yourself.  ii. Respect other members.   a. Be a good sport. Cheer on your teammates. Applaud the efforts of other clubs.   b. Treat all fellow paddlers as you would like to be treated.   c. Members are expected to understand that violence or physical or verbal abuse are unacceptable and are grounds for suspension from the club.   d. Keep the best interest of the team before your personal aspirations.   e. Remember that the goals of paddling are to have fun, to improve your skills, and to feel good.  iii. Cooperate with and support your teammates and coaches on and off the water. Ask what you can do for your teammates and club.  iv. Respect your paddling coach.   a. Never argue or complain about a coach’s decision.   b. Control your temper and resist the temptation to retaliate when you feel you have been wronged.   c. Discuss any disagreements directly with your coach in a constructive manner.  v. Respect the Board members, Officers, and Coaches of the club.   a. Be aware of the club’s history. Understand the legacy of canoe paddling.   b. Understand the way that the club is organized, function within the club’s framework, and abide by the club’s rules and regulations. Take pride in being a club member and realize that whenever you paddle with the club, or is identified as a club member by wearing a club shirt, etc., you represent the whole club, as well as the sport of outrigger canoe racing.   c. Acknowledge that the Head Coach and the assistant coaches are delegated by the club to lead and direct the activities of the paddlers. Heed advice given by coaches. Accept criticism and praise in a positive way. Sensitivity to the needs of others, tolerance of differences, and personal improvement should be the focus rather than the criticism of others.  vi. Respect the club’s equipment and take the initiative to learn about the care and maintenance of your club’s facilities, equipment, paddles, and canoes.   a. Always try to lift canoes instead of dragging them.   b. Do not sit or lean on canoes, especially on the ama, ‘iako or gunnels.    c. Do not lean against or step over canoes.   d. Do not jump on or around canoes.   e. Always be aware of other canoes and obstacles. Avoid collisions.   f. Always bail out water and clean a canoe after each practice   g. Mark your paddle with a sticker or your name.   h. Never grind your paddle in the dirt or sand.   i. Keep our club area clean and litter‐free. 2. Members are expected to dedicate themselves in achieving the highest level of physical fitness required by the coaches and to participate wholeheartedly in any conditioning program that is recommended by the coaches.Members are expected to arrive at practice and races early enough to mentally “settle in,” to warm‐up physically,to check equipment, and to otherwise prepare. A paddlershould be prepared to give his/her mental and physical best, always willing and motivated to make an initial effort, a second effort, a third effort, etc. to reach the goals of the crew and the club. 3. Members are expected to participate in club activities and committees.  i. Volunteer to head a club committee or become a committee member.   ii. Volunteer to help out at races, that is, to set up tents, to help with canoes, to take down tents, and to stay and support fellow paddlers as they race.  iii. Participate in fundraising events. This includes selling/buying the required # of fundraiser tickets. Fundraising is part of a member’s financial obligation to the club. A member is responsible for selling and/or buying a required number of fundraising tickets of items and paying those funds into the club. If the member is a minor, their parent/guardian assumes responsibility for the fundraising Obligation.   iv. Participate in club sponsored race. 4. Members are expected to be responsible for any returned check fees and to pay with a certified check or cash once a check has been returned. 5. COVID‐19  If you experience symptoms of COVID‐19 or have come into contact with someone experiencing symptoms at home or at work, please do not come to practice. II. KOA KAI COACH’S CODE OF ETHICS AND CONDUCT 1. Treat each paddler with respect and dignity. 2. Provide canoe paddlers with advance notice of program requirements, practice schedule, and crew selection criteria. 3. Make crew decisions based on fair and equitable standards. 4. Be available to explain decisions or answer questions. 5. Foster an environment of open communication with the paddlers. 6. Mediate conflicts between paddlers that affect the success of the paddling program. 7. Be prepared to seek help from the Head Coach or President in solving conflicts. 8. Utilize a positive coaching style that fosters teamwork and promotes Koa Kai Canoe Club. By signing the Koa Kai Canoe Club Application form, I agree to uphold the Koa Kai Paddler’s Duties and Code of Ethics and Conduct. III. ASSUMPTION OF RISK, FEE AGREEMENT I agree to abide by all rules and requirements set forth by the club and the Koa Kai Club Member Agreement. I will not hold Koa Kai Canoe Club and/or property owners responsible for any injuries or damages incurred to myself w hile I am at the club or involved with any activities or equipment owned or used by Koa Kai Canoe Club. In case of sickness or accident, I authorize any hospital and/or physician to perform emergency medical treatment on me. I understand that participating in practices, races or any other activities involving Koa Kai Canoe Club will be at my own risk. Payment of fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. I will pay by cash or check payable to Koa Kai Canoe Club.