Terms & Conditions

 

STATEMENT AND WAIVER FOR  INDIVIDUALS PARTICIPATING IN ONLINE YOGA CLASSES WITH ALESSANDRA PATERNOSTRO/YOGAFLOWSANDRA.

1.       I assume all risk of injuries, known or unknown, associated with participation in yoga classes with Alessandra (Sandra) Paternostro/Yogaflowsandra. 

2.       I recognise that yoga may require some physical exertion, movement, twists, inversions and breathing techniques and am fully aware of the risk of injury.

3.       I will remain mindful of my breath throughout the class and take appropriate rests by lying down if I notice any changes to my normal breathing pattern, or experience any breathlessness or dizziness.

4.       If I feel any discomfort, or strain during any part of the class anywhere in my body, I will come out of the pose and take a rest by lying down.

5.       I accept that it is my sole responsibility to listen to my body and not perform any posture to the extent of pain or strain. 

6.       I affirm that I alone am responsible to decide whether to practice yoga or not.

7.       When practising yoga at home, I will clear enough space around my mat so that I don’t hurt myself on any furniture if I lose my balance 

8.       I will use appropriate and suitable props whenever I need to, including chairs, blocks, walls etc.

9.       I certify that I am physically fit and have no medical conditions that would prevent my full participation in this yoga class. 

10.   It is my responsibility to consult with a doctor prior to participating. 

11.   I recognise that it is my responsibility to inform Sandra of any physical or psychological conditions or concerns that may affect my practice of yoga and will inform her of any serious illness or injury two hours before every class, by phone or email and await her reply before joining.

12.   I acknowledge that I am physically fit and mentally capable of performing this physical activity that I choose to participate in. 

13.   I accept that as with any breathing or physical activity the risk of the risk of death and injury, even serious or disabling, is always present and cannot be entirely eliminated.

14.   Save for death or personal injury caused by Alessandra (Sandra) Paternostro/Yogaflowsandra’s negligence, I release Alessandra (Sandra) Paternostro, her family and all legal representatives from all and any liability relating to or resulting from her teaching of yoga to the fullest extent allowed by law and where it would not be unlawful to do so.

I confirm that I can answer NO accurately to all questions below, and have a reasonable assurance of my present suitability for a class as I feel well, and do not have a temporary or other illness and or, but not limited, to one as listed below.

  1. Has your doctor every said you have a heart condition and that you should only do physical activity recommended by a doctor?

  2. Do you feel pain in your chest when you take part in physical activity?

  3. In the past month, have you had a chest pain when you were not doing physical activity?

  4. Do you lose your balance because of dizziness or do you every lose consciousness?

  5. Do you have a bone or joint problem (for example: back, knee, or hip) that could be made worse by a change in your physical activity?

  6. Do you experience back problems?

  7. Is your doctor currently prescribing medication for your blood pressure or heart condition?

  8. Do you have asthma? If yes do you have your asthma inhaler with you?

  9. Do you have diabetes, sleep apnea, epilepsy or fits?

  10. Are you pregnant or have you given birth in the last 3 months?

  11. Do you have any other medical condition/ injury that may affect your exercise? If you do, please give details below. 

 By registering and participating in this class I agree that I have read and understood this Statement and waiver of and release from  liability and I voluntarily and expressly agree to its terms.

Any participants over the age of 16 and under the age of 18 will have the prior agreement of their parent or legal guardian, after a telephone consultation with Alessandra Paternostro, and these terms and agreements must have been read and signed by a parent or legal guardian and emailed to yogaflowsandra@hotmail.com prior to the class.

We do not exclude or limit in any way our liability to you where it would be unlawful to do so.

Cancellation and Refund Policy


Cancellation Policy: 

Participants who wish to cancel their registration for a yoga class/workshop must notify Alessandra Paternostro/Yogaflowsandra at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled class time. Failure to provide timely notice may result in forfeiture of the class fee.

This cancellation policy is applicable solely to classes and workshops. Please note that separate terms and conditions govern cancellations for retreats. Participants are advised to refer to the specific terms and conditions provided for retreat bookings.

Refund Policy: 

Refunds will only be issued for cancellations made in accordance with the above cancellation policy. Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the scheduled class time. All refunds will be made minus any admin or banking fees incurred.

This refunds policy is applicable solely to classes and workshops. Please note that separate terms and conditions govern refunds for retreats. Participants are advised to refer to the specific terms and conditions provided for retreat bookings.