Part 2: Statement of Understanding
Please read the following terms carefully. Your signature at the end of this document confirms that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions outlined in this section.
Payment and Receipts: The total cost of the program is $350 + HST, including a $50 non-refundable registration fee. Payment of the $50 registration fee is due at time of registration, and the remaining balance is due 5 business days prior to the date of the program. Payments can be made through e-transfer to Payments@alittlezen.ca or by contacting the office for credit card payment.
Receipts will be provided at the end of the program. Please keep youre reciepts for benefit reimburment (if applicable) or for submission as a medical tax expense. Please check if your extended health benefits plan covers "Social Work Services (MSW or RSW)".
Cancellation Policy: Please provide a minimum of 5 days notice for any cancellation requests and if you have already sent full payment, your refund less the $50 registration fee will be compelted within 72hrs and sent via etransfer.
Participation: We will engage in various activities, including exploring concepts, experiential exercises, mindfulness exercises, and articulating our life goals. Please fully engage in the experience and actively participate. We often encourage everyone to share their reactions to the topics discussed. The more you contribute to the group, the more you will gain from it.
What to Expect: Begin Within programs will involve the facilitator presenting skills and concepts, group discussions, mindfulness exercises, and experiential exercises. We will approach thoughts and feelings in a different way than we are accustomed to. Initially, you may feel confused or uncomfortable, but we ask you to be open and willing to embrace this process. Understanding everything perfectly is not necessary to benefit from the program. Improvement may continue even after the program ends.
Begin Within programs will have components that are held both indoors, sheltered stuctures and fully outdoors in natural settings.
Safety Considerations: Creating and maintaining a safe environment is crucial. Mutual respect and trust are vital elements. Please be respectful when sharing and discussing with fellow group members. Avoid insulting, criticizing, or interrupting others. The group facilitator will strive to maintain a respectful and safe environment. Disruptive or intoxicated individuals may be asked to refrain from participating or leave the group.
As we get to know each other, personal details, feelings, and thoughts will be shared. Our usual response to someone's suffering is to try and alleviate their pain by offering solutions or reassurance. In this group, we will try not to engage in this "rescuing" behavior. Instead, we aim to face pain without letting it control us. While it may not fully make sense now, we will discuss it further as we progress through the group.
Emergencies: Please note that your facilitator cannot provide crisis support during programs. In case of an emergency or crisis, please contact 911, an appropriate crisis line, or go to the nearest emergency department.
Consent to Treatment Involving Yoga and Nature Based Practices : By participating in Begin Within Programs facilitated by Zenia Mihevc and/or Facilitators of A Little Zen, you acknowledge the potential risks of injury associated with physical movement and exercise.
I understand by signing this agreement:
- I acknowledge that some of the therapeutic practices offered by Zenia Mihevc and/or A Little Zen occur outdoors in natural areas, and thus may entail unexpected risks, including slips, trips and falls; falling objects; water hazards; exposure to temperature and weather extremes; exposure to potentially dangerous wild animals, insect bites, and hazardous plant life.
- I further acknowledge that accidents or illness can occur in remote places where timely access to medical facilities and emergency treatment may not be readily available.
- I voluntarily assume a certain risk of injury and release Zenia Mihevc and/or A Little Zen from any, and all liability for injuries that are directly related and proximately caused by their professional negligence.
- I acknowledge that some of the therapeutic approaches may include yoga postures, breathing exercises and physical movement and with any exercise there is a risk of injury.
- I have consulted with a physician prior to embarking in any physical yoga or exercise practice with Zenia Mihevc and/or A Little Zen release any, and all liability for injuries that are directly related and proximately caused by their professional negligence.
- I voluntarily assume a certain risk of injury.
- I am aware it is my choice to participate in yoga, movement or outdoor activities with Zenia Mihevc and/or A Little Zen and when accepting of participating in any of these activities I will be responsible for the following:
- Breathe smoothly & continuously as I move & stretch
- Do not strain to attain any position
- Work gently, respecting my body’s abilities & limits
- Do not perform postures or movements that are painful