I, the undersigned participant (the “Participant”), and if the Participant is under 19 years of age, the Participant’s parent/legal guardian (together with the Participant, the “Releasors”), acknowledge that by signing and/or submitting this document I/we are giving up certain legal rights, including the right to sue.

In consideration of being permitted to enter Arcadia and participate in activities operated by Arcadia (“Arcadia” / “Arcadia Magic”) located at:

707 Johnson St, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
(the “Venue”), I/we agree as follows:

1) Activities Covered

This waiver applies to all activities at Arcadia, including but not limited to:

• Virtual Reality (VR) experiences (headsets, controllers, room-scale/free-roam play)
• Escape Room experiences (puzzles, timed challenges, themed sets/props)
• Active Grid / LED Floor Games (interactive LED-floor play involving running, jumping, fast direction changes, and group play)
• Arcade and related attractions, waiting areas, party rooms, hallways, and common areas

(collectively, the “Activities”).

2) Assumption of Risk

I understand that participation in the Activities involves inherent risks that cannot be eliminated, which may result in property damage, injury, illness, or in rare cases severe injury or death.

Risks may include, without limitation:

• slips, trips, falls, collisions with objects/people, and impacts with walls, props, doors, or fixtures
• strains/sprains, muscle soreness, joint injuries, overexertion, fatigue
• Active Grid / LED Floor risks: jumping/landing, sudden stops/turns, crowded play, loss of balance
• VR risks: motion sickness, dizziness, nausea, disorientation, temporary vision discomfort, loss of balance, tripping, collisions, and headset/controller impacts
• Escape Room risks: navigating themed environments, time pressure, startled reactions, interacting with props, moving through spaces with low light or narrow pathways
• psychological/emotional discomfort depending on content
• hearing discomfort from loud sounds, flashing lights, or sensory stimulation
• other known or unknown risks related to interactive entertainment

I voluntarily choose to participate with full knowledge of these risks.

3) Health & Safety Confirmation

I confirm that:

• I am physically and medically fit to participate and have no condition that would make participation unsafe (including, for example, heart conditions, seizures, serious balance issues, uncontrolled asthma, or other conditions affected by physical activity, flashing lights, or VR use).
• I will follow all posted rules and all staff instructions at all times.
• I will not participate under the influence of alcohol, cannabis, or drugs (including impairing prescription medication).
• I will stop immediately and notify staff if I feel unwell (e.g., dizziness, nausea, pain, panic, or discomfort).

4) Responsibility for Minors, Groups, and Supervision

• If I am signing this waiver as a parent or legal guardian, I confirm that I am signing on behalf of all minor children under my care, custody, or supervision who participate in the Activities, and I accept full responsibility for their participation, conduct, safety, and compliance with all rules and instructions.
• If I am signing this waiver as a teacher, school representative, camp leader, coach, tour organizer, or group supervisor, I confirm that I am authorized to act on behalf of the participating minors in my group and that I accept responsibility for their supervision, conduct, safety, and compliance with all Venue rules and staff instructions during all Activities.
• If I am organizing or hosting a birthday party, private event, or group booking at the Venue, I acknowledge and agree that I am responsible for the supervision and conduct of all participating minors attending as part of my group, including while participating in VR experiences, Escape Rooms, Active Grid / LED Floor Games, arcade activities, and all other Activities at the Venue.

5) Release of Liability (Waiver)

To the fullest extent permitted by law, I/we release and forever discharge Arcadia and its owners, directors, officers, employees, contractors, volunteers, agents, representatives, affiliates, successors, and assigns (the “Releasees”) from any and all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, damages, losses, costs, or liability arising out of or related to my participation in the Activities or presence at the Venue, including claims arising from the negligence of the Releasees, except to the extent prohibited by applicable law.

6) Covenant Not to Sue

I/we agree not to sue, commence, or participate in any legal proceeding against any of the Releasees for any claims released by this waiver.

7) Indemnity

I/we agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Releasees from any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

• my actions or omissions during the Activities,
• my failure to follow rules or staff instructions,
• damage I cause to persons or property, and/or
• claims brought by or on behalf of a minor Participant for matters covered by this waiver.

8) Marketing Communications Consent (Optional)