Participant Waiver, Health Declaration & Terms
1. Acknowledgement of Risk
I understand that participation in activities at The Yoga Barn, including but not limited to:
- All styles of yoga
- Somatic practices
- Shake the Dust classes
- Breath work, meditation and sound baths
- Workshops and special events
- Retreats held at The Yoga Barn
- Use of props and equipment
Involves physical movement and may include emotional release.
While all reasonable care is taken to provide a safe, supportive environment, I acknowledge that participation carries inherent risks.
These may include (but are not limited to):
- Muscle strain, sprain or injury
- Aggravation of pre-existing conditions
- Dizziness, fainting or falls
- Emotional or psychological responses
I understand that I participate entirely at my own risk.
Nothing in this agreement excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, or any other liability that cannot be excluded under UK law.
2. Health Declaration
I confirm that:
- I am physically and mentally fit to participate
- I will inform the instructor prior to class of any injury, medical condition, pregnancy, recent surgery, or change in health
- I understand that classes are not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment
- I will take responsibility for monitoring my own limits and modifying or stopping as needed
- If at any time I feel unwell, dizzy, in pain or emotionally overwhelmed, I will stop and inform the instructor.
3. Voluntary Participation & Personal Responsibility
I understand that all classes, workshops and retreats are undertaken voluntarily.
I accept full responsibility for:
- My physical participation
- My emotional wellbeing during and after sessions
- Any injury, illness or loss arising from participation
I agree to follow the guidance of the instructor and to behave in a respectful and safe manner within the space.
4. Release of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted under UK law, I agree that The Yoga Barn, its owner, instructors, guest teachers and facilitators shall not be held liable for:
- Injury or illness sustained during participation
- Loss or damage to personal property
- Incidents occurring on the premises or during organised activities
This applies to all regular classes, Shake the Dust sessions, workshops, events and retreats held at The Yoga Barn.
5. Retreat-Specific Terms
For retreat participation, I understand that there may be additional elements including:
- Extended sessions
- Outdoor activities
- Group exercises
- Schedule changes
I confirm that I am fit to participate and accept responsibility for my wellbeing throughout the retreat.
6. Personal Property
The Yoga Barn accepts no responsibility for loss, theft or damage to personal belongings brought onto the premises.
7. Photography & Media
From time to time, photographs or short videos may be taken for promotional purposes. If I do not wish to appear in any media, I will notify the instructor prior to the session.
Cancellation Policy
Regular Classes
- Cancellations: non-refundable
- No-shows: non-refundable
- Transfers: not accepted
Workshops & Special Events
- Deposits are non-refundable
- 7 days or more notice: balance refundable (minus deposit)
- Less than 7 days: non-refundable
- Transfers: at owners discretion
Retreats
- Deposits are non-refundable
- 30 days or more before retreat: balance refundable (minus deposit)
- Less than 30 days: non-refundable
- Transfers: at owners discretion
The Yoga Barn reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes, workshops or retreats where necessary. In such cases, participants will be offered a refund or transfer.