You will be required to sign this agreement before you start your hire activity.

Hire Agreement 07/04/2023

• You must be 18 or over to hire a craft. All under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult, on a one adult to a maximum of two children ratio. No children under the age of 8 years old.
• The hirer confirms that all participants can competently swim a minimum of 25 metres unaided and that they will wear the supplied PFD at all times.
• The hirer confirms that all participants do not suffer from any medical condition, and are not taking any medication/drugs, that could affect their ability to partake in the paddling activity. No one shall be allowed to participate under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• The hirer agrees to only use the subject of hire and equipment in the manner described by AS Watersports and to use them on the Exeter Ship Canal only.
• If any of the equipment is taken on the weirs or away from the designated area of use a minimum charge of £50 will apply to cover any damage to our equipment.
• The hirer acknowledges and agrees that the equipment is in good condition in all aspects, and undertakes not to misuse it and to return it with all accessories in the similar condition as when received.
• The hirer will immediately notify AS Watersports in the event of any loss of the equipment.
• The hirer shall cover AS Watersports in respect of all cost, claims, expenses and demands which it may suffer or incur, and which arise directly or indirectly out of the use of the equipment during the period of hire.
• The hirer acknowledges that by taking advantage of AS Watersports Ltd offer on the use of their boats and equipment and you cause damage to said boats and equipment, whether by your negligence, deliberate or accidental actions that by signing this agreement you agree to pay for any damages to the boats or equipment or the full price for the replacement of the boats or equipment, if lost or damaged beyond repair.
• The hirer understands that AS Watersports Ltd or its employees do not accept responsibility for any loss, damage, or injury suffered by persons and/or their property arising out of, or during the course of activities whilst hiring. AS Watersports Ltd also will not accept any liability for, damage or injury suffered to any person or persons and/or property by your actions, be these said actions accidental or of a deliberate nature.
• INSURANCE AS Watersports Ltd confirms that it is covered by public and employers liability insurance; however we offer no insurance cover regarding personal accidents to individuals that may occur during the term of this hire agreement. In your own interest watersports activities involve an element of risk; you are strongly advised to take out insurance cover against accident, emergency rescue, and personal injury, loss of luggage, equipment damage and cancellation.
• AS Watersports Ltd reserves the right to refuse or immediately terminate a hire. The disclosure of the reason for this action will be entirely at AS Watersports discretion.
• Equipment must be returned on time or an additional minimum charge of £50 per craft will be incurred. Please contact us if you do not think you will make it back in time.
• We may take photos for advertising purposes by signing this you give us full permission to use said photos.
• Shortly after your activity, we will contact you via e-mail prompting a review of your experience. We would greatly appreciate you taking the time to leave us your comments.