YOGA SOUL WELLNESS CENTER'S TERMS AND AGREEMENT FOR PARTICIPATION

Release of Liability and Participation Agreement for Current and Future Classes and Services

Age Verification

I affirm that I am at least 18 years of age. If registering a minor, I affirm that I am the parent or legal guardian of the participating youth and assume full responsibility for their participation.

Description of Activities

I understand that Yoga Soul Wellness Center, YogaSoul.Online, Christina Baggott, and affiliated instructors offer services including, but not limited to:

  • Yoga classes (hatha flow, restorative yoga, yoga nidra)

  • Meditation and breathwork

  • Sound bowl healing sessions

  • Workshops and teacher trainings

  • Private sessions

  • Virtual and streamed classes

  • Recorded content and affirmation videos

  • Use of yoga props and equipment

These activities may involve physical movement, stretching, strength work, balance postures, floor work, guided relaxation, exposure to sound vibration, and verbal or visual instruction.

Inherent Risks - Assumption of Risk

I understand that participation in wellness activities involves inherent risks and I voluntarily and knowingly assume full responsibility for any risk of injury, illness, loss, or damage arising from my participation, including, but not limited to:

Muscle strain or sprain

Loss of balance or falls

Aggravation of pre-existing injuries

Dizziness or blood pressure changes

Emotional release or psychological response

Discomfort from sound vibration

Injury related to use of props or equipment

Health Responsibility

I affirm that I am physically and mentally able to participate and have no medical condition that would prevent safe participation. I understand it is my responsibility to consult a healthcare provider prior to participation if I have concerns including pregnancy, recent surgery, cardiovascular conditions, epilepsy, injuries, metal implants, sound sensitivity, or other medical conditions. I agree to inform the instructor of any injuries or limitations before participating. I understand that yoga, meditation, coaching, and sound healing services are not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care.

Communicable Illness Policy

I understand that participation in in-person services carries inherent exposure to communicable illnesses, including but not limited to COVID-19, influenza, and other viral or bacterial infections. While the studio takes reasonable precautions, risk of exposure cannot be fully eliminated. I agree not to attend in-person services if I am experiencing symptoms of illness, have tested positive for COVID-19 within the recommended isolation period, or have been advised to isolate. I understand I may reschedule or attend virtually according to studio policy. I voluntarily assume all risks related to illness exposure.

Virtual Participation Acknowledgment

When participating in virtual or streamed classes, I understand I am responsible for ensuring a safe practice space including adequate room, stable flooring, and proper equipment. I acknowledge that no in-person supervision is present and assume full responsibility for my safety in my chosen environment.

Membership, Class Pass - Digital Content Policy

I understand that memberships, class passes, private sessions, and course enrollments are non-transferable and intended for my personal use unless otherwise stated in writing. I accept full responsibility for all activity conducted under my membership or login credentials. I agree not to share, distribute, reproduce, record, or grant access to digital classes, recordings, affirmation videos, training materials, or member content without written permission. All payments are final unless otherwise stated. I understand that unused classes, sessions, memberships, or course offerings are non-refundable. Violation of membership or content terms may result in suspension or termination of access without refund.

Class Scheduling - Cancellations

I understand that class schedules may change or be cancelled due to instructor illness, weather, holidays, or unforeseen circumstances. I acknowledge the studio’s cancellation policy and agree that late cancellations or no-shows may result in forfeiture of session fees according to published policies.

Release of Liability - Hold Harmless Agreement

In consideration of being permitted to participate, I voluntarily agree to release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless Yoga Soul Wellness Center, YogaSoul.Online, Christina Baggott, instructors, contractors, volunteers, affiliates, and representatives (collectively referred to as “Released Parties”) from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, damages, losses, or causes of action arising out of or related to my participation in any services or activities offered. This release includes claims arising from the ordinary negligence of the Released Parties to the fullest extent permitted by law. I further agree not to initiate or pursue any legal action against the Released Parties for any injury, illness, loss, or damage sustained as a result of participation, except where prohibited by law.

Indemnification

I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Yoga Soul Wellness Center and its affiliates from any claims, demands, liabilities, or expenses brought by me or on my behalf arising from my participation in studio or virtual activities.

Governing Law - Legal Venue

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California.

Severability

If any portion of this agreement is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Media - Photography Policy

Yoga Soul Wellness Center is a healing space that prioritizes privacy, presence, and mutual respect. We do not photograph or record students during regular classes or sessions. We ask that all students honor this policy by refraining from independently photographing or recording other students without their explicit permission.

Non-Violence Policy

At Yoga Soul Wellness Center, we are committed to maintaining a safe, supportive and respectful environment for all who enter this space. Yoga Soul Wellness Center is a non-violent, peaceful space created for individuals to reconnect, restore, and heal. Intimidation, recruitment, harassment, coercion, or abuse of any kind, whether it be verbal, emotional, physical or otherwise is not accepted nor tolerated.

Within This Community - we agree to:

- Treat ourselves and others with respect, kindness, and compassion

- Honor personal boundaries, differences, and individual experiences

- Communicate in a way that is considerate, respectful, and non-disruptive

- Please wear attire that includes a top and bottom and provides appropriate coverage for a shared space, group setting - clothing that allows for ease of movement and comfort

- Support a calm, inclusive and welcoming environment for all

Any behaviors that disrupt the safety, integrity or intention of the space may result in immediate action.

Non-Solicitation - Recruitment Boundary

To protect the integrity of this community and the privacy of its members and teachers:

- Solicitation, promotion or recruitment of clients, students or staff for outside businesses or services is not permitted

- Sharing or requesting client contact information for external use is strictly prohibited

- Conversations intended for competitive gain, personal promotion or agendas are not considered aligned with the values of this space

- The imposition of personal beliefs, teachings, or guidance in a way that feels pressuring, divisive, or intrusive is not appropriate within this environment

Weapon Policy

For the safety and comfort of all, Yoga Soul Wellness Center is a weapons-free space.

Firearms, knives or any item intended to cause harm, regardless of permit status are not permitted at the studio.

Right to Refuse Service

Yoga Soul Wellness Center reserves the right to refuse or discontinue services to any individual at any time, especially when:

- Behavior is disruptive, aggressive, or disrespectful

- Behavior violates studio policies and agreements

- Actions compromise the safety, privacy or well-being of others

- Values and intentions for use of the space are misaligned

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