YOGA SOUL WELLNESS CENTER
Release of Liability & Participation Agreement
Please read carefully before signing. This is a legally binding agreement.
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
In consideration of being permitted to participate, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue Yoga Soul Wellness Center, YogaSoul.Online, Christina Baggott, instructors, contractors, volunteers, affiliates, or representatives from any and all claims, demands, damages, or causes of action arising out of or related to my participation. This includes claims arising from the ordinary negligence of the released parties.
Indemnification
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Yoga Soul Wellness Center and its affiliates from any claims brought by me or on my behalf arising from my participation.
Governing Law & 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.