FAQ and Disclaimer on Use of the Sample Release and Waiver of

Liability for Yoga Schools and Teachers

Disclaimer:

THESE MODEL FORMS ARE FOR BASIC INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES

ONLY. EACH PARTICULAR SITUATION MAY REQUIRE DIFFERENT

PROVISIONS THAN THOSE SET FORTH IN THIS FORM. CONSULT

WITH COUNSEL IN YOUR JURISDICTION TO ENSURE THAT THIS

FORM COMPLIES WITH THE APPLICABLE LAW IN YOUR STATE. THE

DISTRIBUTION AND USE OF THIS FORM DOES NOT CREATE AN AT-

TORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP

1. Who can use these forms?

There are two forms. One is for studios and wellness businesses and

one is for teachers. These forms cover both physical classes and clas-

ses in an online environment.

2. Who should sign the forms?

We recommend that you have all of your students sign the forms.

Those students who have previously signed a form should sign the

new form.

3. What about insurance?

We recommend that you check with your insurance company to

make sure that your policy covers online yoga classes. If you post a

___________Yoga School

Release And Waiver Of Liability

(School Release)

Name __________________________________________

Street Address ___________________________________

City, State & Zip Code ____________________________

Phone Number __________________________________

Email __________________________________________

I, ____________________________________________, hereby agree to the fol-

lowing:

1. I am participating in yoga classes, health programs, workshops and/or other well-

ness, body work, therapy, exercise and healing arts activities (collectively, the “Activi-

ties”) offered by ____________ (the “ School”). The Activities may be offered in the

physical location of the School or offered online by videos, television, podcasts, apps

or other digital media or platforms. All of such offerings, either physical or online,

shall be considered “Activities.”

2. I recognize that I must be in adequate physical and mental health to participate in

the Activities. I understand that the Activities may require intense physical exertion,

and I represent and warrant that I am physically fit enough to participate, and I have

no medical condition which would prevent my full participation in the Activities. I

recognize that the Activities may cause or aggravate a physical injury or medical con-

dition. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician before my

participation in the Activities. If I have done so, I have taken the physician’s advice. I

understand that the School reserves the right to refuse my participation in any Activ-

ity on medical, fitness or any other grounds.

3. I am aware that my participation in the Activities could result in high blood pres-

sure, fainting, heartbeat disorders, physical injury, heart attack or stroke and may ag-

gravate pre-existing injuries. I understand that I could experience muscle, back, neck

and other injuries as a result of my participation in the Activities. I understand my

physical limitations and I am sufficiently self-aware to stop or modify my participa-

tion in any Activity before I become injured or aggravate a pre-existing injury.

4. In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Activities, I agree to as-

sume full responsibility for any risks, injuries or damages, known or unknown, which

I might incur as a result of participating in the Activities at the School, including

those which may result from the negligence of the School.

5. In further consideration of being permitted to participate in the Activities, I know-

ingly, voluntarily and expressly waive any “ Claim” (as defined below) I may have

against the School, its owners, managers, teachers, instructors, workshop presenters,

employees, independent contractors and staff (each, a “Released Party”) that I may

sustain as a result of participating in the Activities at the School even if the Claim

arises from the negligence of any Released Party or anyone else.

I agree to indemnify and hold harmless each Released Party from any loss, cost, or

liability incurred in defending any Claim made by me or anyone making a Claim on

my behalf, even if the Claim is alleged to or did result from the negligence of any Re-

leased Party or anyone else.

“Claim” includes but is not limited to any and all liabilities, claims, demands, ex-

penses, fees, legal actions, rights of actions for damages, personal injury, mental suf-

fering and distress, or death that I may suffer, my spouse, children or unborn child

may suffer (including any legal fees or expenses) in connection with participation in

any Activity.

6. I, my heirs or legal representatives forever release, waive, discharge and covenant

not to sue any Released Party for any Claim caused by any negligence or other acts

of a Released Party.

7. I hereby understand that the School from time to time may photograph, video, or

otherwise record classes or events occurring at the School and place such photo-

graphs and videos on its Website or social media platform. I hereby consent to the

use of my image that may appear in any such photograph or video.

8. This agreement shall be construed in accordance with, and governed by, the laws

of the State of ____________ and that all actions, suits, claims and proceedings re-

lating to this agreement shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction located

in ________________________. In case any provision of this agreement shall be

held invalid, illegal or unenforceable, it shall not affect any other provision of this

agreement and this agreement shall be construed as if such provision had never been

contained herein.

I acknowledge that I have carefully read this agreement and fully understand its con-

tents. I voluntarily and knowingly agree to the terms and conditions stated herein. I

am aware that by signing this agreement, I am giving up substantial rights, including

my right to sue and certain legal rights my heirs, next of kin, executors, administra-

tors and assigns may have against any Released Party.

Signature of participant: ____________________________

Date: ____________________________

Disclaimers

This form is offered to provide you with basic information only. We do not repre-

sent or warrant, either expressly or impliedly, that this form is correct for your busi-

ness. Your particular situation may be quite different and may require legal posi-

tions that are different than those set forth in this form. The legal system changes

rapidly and the statutes, laws, regulations and interpretations that were in effect on

the date of publication of this form will change in the future and these changes may

require different legal positions than those taken in this form. There may be state

and local laws and regulations that may significantly change the recommendations

made in this form and you will need to discuss these with your local counsel. This

form is not intended as, nor is it offered as, legal advice. You should not rely upon

this form as legal advice.

Your use of this form does not create an attorney-client relationship. You should

seek specific legal advice before using this form. Lilalabs Publishing LLC, Gary

Kissiah and Yoga Alliance expressly disclaim any liability, losses or damages of any

kind caused, or alleged to be caused from or out of the use of this form. You accept

and assume the full risk in using this form and, by your use of this form, you hereby

release Lilalabs Publishing LLC, Gary Kissiah and Yoga Alliance from any liability,

claim, or expense whatsoever. Yoga Alliance has only provided marketing support

for distribution of this form, has not participated in the preparation of this form and

has not reviewed this form for accuracy or compliance with any laws or regulations.

yoga class online for anyone to view, they will not have signed a re-

lease. Your insurance policy is an important way to protect yourself

against legal liability.

4. What else can I do to protect myself from liability?

We recommend that you include a link from your online platform to

the terms of use on your website. The use of your online platform

should be subject to your terms of use. The terms of use should in-

clude a limitation of liability and a waiver.

5. Should I still obtain local legal advice?

These forms are for informational purposes only and we recommend

that you engage a local lawyer to make sure that the release is en-

forceable under the laws of your state.