First, if you are insured, then your insurance company should draw up a liability waiver that matches their coverage. I have a general liability waiver that I will share with you, but I would still make sure that they have a say in what it says.
Here is one that I use for my bootcamps, but it easily applies to individual training clients as well. (Just a side-note, usually people charge to give you this kind of info)
Quote:
Because physical exercise can be strenuous and subject to risk, the club urges you to obtain a physical examination from a doctor before using any exercise equipment or participating in any exercise activity. You (each member, guest, or participant) agree that if you engage in any physical exercise or activity, or use any club amenity on the premises or off premises at a sponsored club event, you do so entirely at your own risk. This includes, without limitation, your use of the locker room, parking area, sidewalk area, or any equipment in the club facility and your participation in any activity, class, program, or instruction. You agree that you are voluntarily participating in these activities along with the use of these facilities and premises and assume all risks of injury, illness, damage or loss or theft of any personal property. You expressly agree to release and discharge JP Fitness, and all affiliates, employees, agents, representatives, successors, or assigns, from any and all claims or causes of action. This waiver and release of liability includes, without limitation, all injuries to you which may occur as a result of (a) your use of any exercise equipment, products and club amenities, (b) the sudden and unforeseen malfunctioning of any equipment (c) our instruction or supervision, and (d) your slipping and/or falling while in the club, or on the club premises, including adjacent sidewalks and parking areas or outside club while participating In fitness classes led by JP Fitness staff, regardless of negligence.
Your signature below acknowledges that you have carefully read this waiver and release and fully understand that it is a release of liability. You agree to voluntarily give up any right that you may otherwise have to bring a legal action against the club for negligence, or any other personal injury or property damage or loss action.
I understand that I may prepay for Group Training Sessions and that no refunds will be given for missed sessions.
I have carefully read and completed the above information to the best of my ability.
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I would also have them fill out a Par-Q and obviously you need to have your pay agreement and cancellation policy signed by both you and your client.
Of course, none of this means anything in the eyes of the law... That's why you have insurance.
Best of luck to you.