Parental Consent and Athlete Waiver (Under 18s)

Last updated: 2026-05-08

This document must be completed by a parent or legal guardian before an athlete under the age of 18 may engage with Accel Athletes.

1. Parties

This Parental Consent and Waiver is entered into between:

• Accel Athletes
• Parent/Legal Guardian of the Athlete named below

2. Athlete Details

• Athlete Full Name: __________________________
• Date of Birth: __________________________
• Age: __________________________
• Primary Football Position (if known): __________________________

3. Parent/Guardian Details

• Full Name: __________________________
• Relationship to Athlete: __________________________
• Email Address: __________________________
• Telephone Number: __________________________

4. Consent to Participate

I confirm that I am the parent or legal guardian of the above-named Athlete and that I have the legal authority to provide consent on their behalf.

I give my informed consent for the Athlete to participate in Accel Athletes' services, including but not limited to:

• GPS-based performance analysis
• Upload and processing of performance data
• Access to the Athlete Portal
• Receipt and application of training programmes
• Performance consultations and feedback

5. Consent to Data Collection and Processing

I acknowledge and consent to the collection, processing, storage, and analysis of the Athlete's personal and performance data in accordance with:

• Accel Athletes' Privacy Policy
• Applicable UK data protection laws (UK GDPR)

This includes:

• GPS tracking data
• Match and training performance metrics
• Analytical reports and performance insights

I understand that performance data is treated as confidential and used solely for athlete development purposes.

6. Assumption of Risk

I understand that football training and physical performance activities involve inherent physical risks, including the risk of injury.

I acknowledge and agree that:

• The Athlete participates voluntarily
• Accel Athletes does not control the Athlete's training or match environment
• Any application of training recommendations occurs at the Athlete's and my discretion

I accept full responsibility for monitoring the Athlete's health, readiness, and well-being.

7. No Medical Advice

I understand and acknowledge that:

• Accel Athletes does not provide medical, clinical, or therapeutic advice
• All insights and training plans are provided for performance support purposes only
• I am responsible for consulting a qualified medical professional where appropriate before the Athlete undertakes new or modified training activities

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, I agree that:

• Accel Athletes is not liable for injuries sustained during training, matches, or the application of training programmes
• Accel Athletes does not guarantee specific performance outcomes
• Accel Athletes shall not be responsible for indirect or consequential losses

Nothing in this waiver excludes liability where it would be unlawful to do so

9. Withdrawal of Consent

I understand that I may withdraw consent at any time by contacting Accel Athletes in writing. Upon withdrawal:

• Data processing will cease where legally permissible
• Relevant data will be securely deleted unless retention is required by law

10. Governing Law

This waiver shall be governed by the laws of England and Wales, and any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

11. Declaration and Signature

I confirm that:

• I have read and understood this document in full
• I voluntarily provide consent on behalf of the Athlete
• All information provided is accurate

Parent / Guardian Signature: __________________________

Printed Name: __________________________

Date: __________________________