Participant Agreement, Assumption of Risk, Release and Terms

Last updated October 26, 2026

Please read this Agreement carefully. It applies to every class, series, free trial class, assessment and 1:1 training session offered by Graceful Doula Birth and Fitness LLC, doing business as MotherMade Strong ("MotherMade Strong," "we" or "us"), including ReBuild to Strength, MOMS Strength Club and 1:1 Private Training, during pregnancy, postpartum and beyond.

1. Not Medical Care

Asia Rideout is a Certified Personal Trainer, a Certified Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach and a birth doula. She is not a physician, midwife, nurse, physical therapist, registered dietitian or mental health provider. Coaching, programming and any information we share are general fitness education. They are not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and they do not replace care from your own healthcare providers.

2. Medical Clearance and Health Disclosure

By signing, you confirm that:

• Your licensed healthcare provider (OB-GYN, midwife or physician) has approved you for exercise. If you are pregnant, your provider has approved exercise during this pregnancy. If you are postpartum, you are at least 6 weeks postpartum after a vaginal birth or 8 to 12 weeks after a cesarean birth, or your provider has specifically cleared you.
• The health information you give us is complete and accurate, and you will tell us right away about any change in your health, pregnancy or recovery.
• You will tell your coach about any medical condition, injury, diastasis recti, pelvic floor symptoms or recent complication that may affect your ability to exercise.
• You will stop exercising and tell your coach immediately if you feel pain, dizziness or anything unusual. Stop and contact your provider or emergency services if you have heavy vaginal bleeding, chest pain, shortness of breath before exertion, fainting, calf pain or swelling, a severe headache, fever or redness or discharge at an incision, or, during pregnancy, fluid leaking from the vagina, regular painful contractions or decreased fetal movement.
• In an emergency, you authorize us to call emergency services for you, and you are responsible for the cost of any emergency care.

3. Assumption of Risk

Strength training and exercise during pregnancy and postpartum, including weightlifting, barbell training, resistance and bodyweight exercise, conditioning and functional movement, carry inherent risks. These include muscle soreness, strains, sprains, falls, aggravation of existing conditions and, in rare cases, serious injury. You choose to participate voluntarily, and you understand and accept these inherent risks.

4. Release

To the fullest extent permitted by the law of the Commonwealth of Virginia, you release Graceful Doula Birth and Fitness LLC (doing business as MotherMade Strong), Asia Rideout and their instructors, employees and agents from claims arising from the inherent risks of participating. This Agreement does not release any claim that cannot legally be released. You are responsible for any harm or damage you cause to other people or to property.

5. Babies and Children

Babies are welcome in postpartum classes. If you bring your child:

• You are responsible for supervising your child at all times. Our coaches cannot supervise or care for children.
• Your child must stay in a safe spot (car seat, stroller or play mat) away from equipment and the active workout space during any movement that could pose a risk.
• If your baby needs you, take care of them, step out if needed, and come back when you're ready. No judgment, ever.

6. Facility

Classes and sessions take place at One Way Performance, 5400 Eisenhower Ave, Suite A, Alexandria, VA 22304. You agree to follow the facility's rules and any agreement the facility asks you to sign.

7. Class Conduct

You agree to arrive on time and let us know in advance if you will be late or absent; treat every participant, coach and baby with respect; follow coaching on form, technique and modifications; and keep belongings, diaper bags and baby gear out of the shared workout space.

8. Payment, Cancellations and Refunds

• Fees are due when you register unless we agree otherwise in writing. Free trial classes and free assessments have no fee.
• All purchases, including classes, series, packages, subscriptions and 1:1 private training, are final and non-refundable.
• To cancel or reschedule a session, let us know at least 12 hours before it starts. Sessions cancelled with less than 12 hours' notice, or missed without notice, count as used and are not refunded or credited.
• If we cancel a class or session, we will offer a make-up session.
• Monthly subscriptions renew automatically until you cancel. Cancel before your next billing date to avoid the next charge. If you need a break, contact your coach and we can move your next billing date.
• Registrations cannot be transferred to another person without our written approval.

9. Photos and Video

We will only use photos or video of you, or of your child, on our website, social media or marketing if you check the photo consent box on this form. You can withdraw consent at any time by telling us in writing, and we will stop using those images in new posts and materials.

10. Your Health Information

We use the health and personal information you share only to coach you safely and to contact you. We do not sell it, and we will not share it without your permission except in an emergency or where the law requires.

11. Governing Law and Electronic Signature

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and any dispute will be handled in the courts serving the City of Alexandria, Virginia. If any part of this Agreement is found unenforceable, the rest remains in effect. This is the entire agreement between you and Graceful Doula Birth and Fitness LLC (doing business as MotherMade Strong) about participation. Checking the agreement box and typing your full name below is your electronic signature and has the same effect as a handwritten signature.