By participating in this course of study I hereby agree to the following:
1. I am participating in yoga classes, workshops, and other exercise and healing arts activities (collectively, the “Activities”) offered by Claire Santos/12 Sparrows, LLC, 12 Sparrows Yoga School. (“Studio”) and/or its owners, instructors, teachers, workshop presenters, and independent contractors.
2. I recognize that I must be in good physical and mental health to participate in the Activities. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician/therapist prior to and regarding my participation in the Activities. If I have consulted a physician/therapist, I have taken the physician/therapist’s advice.
3. In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Activities, I agree to assume 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 Studio. I understand my physical limitations and am sufficiently self-aware to stop physical activity before I become ill or injured. I understand that it is my continuing responsibility to inform the Studio of any previous medical conditions, injuries or surgeries prior to my first class and any future changes to my medical condition.
4. In further consideration of being permitted to participate in the Activities, I knowingly, voluntarily and expressly waive any “Claims” (as defined below) I may have against the Studio, its owners, members, employees, and/or its instructors, teachers, volunteer staff, interns, and/or and independent contractors (each, a “Released Party”) for any Claim that I may sustain as a result of participating in the Activities at the Studio even if the Claim arises from the carelessness, negligence or gross negligence of any Released Party or anyone else. “Claims” include but are not limited to any and all liabilities, claims, demands, expenses, fees, legal actions, personal injury, or mental suffering and distress (including any legal fees or expenses) in connection with participation in any Activity.
5. I hereby understand that the Studio from time to time may photograph or video record classes or events occurring at its studios and place such photographs and videos on its Website, social sites and other online platforms, and any printed materials. I hereby consent to the use of my image that may appear in any such photograph or video.
6. I hereby acknowledge and attest that no written, audio, or digital content I receive for use during this training will be reproduced in whole or in part mechanically, digitally, or otherwise reproduced without the express advance written consent of 12 Sparrows, llc.
7. This agreement shall be construed in accordance with, and governed by, the laws of the State of North Carolina where 12 Sparrows, llc is a legally registered business entity. I acknowledge that I have carefully read this release and waiver of liability and fully understand its contents. I voluntarily and knowingly agree to the terms and conditions stated herein.