G95champ Posted November 12, 2002 Posted November 12, 2002 I would get to know the person a bit before sparring. Some guys are pure hard core and others are just looking for someone to take to court. Be careful. (General George S. Patton Jr.) "It's the unconquerable soul of man, and not the nature of the weapon he uses, that ensures victory."
Blade13 Posted December 23, 2002 Posted December 23, 2002 Im in a "club" similar to this. My friend and I started it. What we did was invite people we knew. Only invite the ones you trust and know that they wont sue you. Then get each of them to invite more. Still, make them all sign release forms anyway, and if possible, get a video of them signing it (heh, it always helps to be able to prove that THEY signed it). Have fun!
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Iron Arahat Posted December 27, 2002 Posted December 27, 2002 Plain and simple. Yes, you can get sued. Especially if you are the (and I used the term loosely) "organizor". If you bring people together, you ae responsible for their saftey, formal club or informal club. Martial Arts School http://www.shaolinwushu.cahttp://www.liveyyc.comCalgary Photographer: http://www.jdirom.com
Freestyle Posted January 1, 2003 Posted January 1, 2003 You can be sued for anything in the US. I would suggest that there always be a designated referee to stop the action if it gets out of control, especially if there are people participating that you do not know well. Good luck!
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