Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co.
In consideration of being permitted to participate in classes, workshops, events, activities, programs, and services offered by Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co. and to use its facilities, premises, and equipment, I acknowledge and agree as follows:
1. Assumption of Risk
I understand that yoga, hot yoga, fitness, stretching, breathwork, movement, workshops, and related activities may involve vigorous and strenuous physical activity. I understand that these activities may take place in a heated environment and may involve risks including, but not limited to, dehydration, dizziness, fainting, nausea, overheating, heat exhaustion, heat illness, elevated heart rate, muscle strains, pulls or tears, sprains, broken bones, joint injuries, back or neck injuries, aggravation of pre-existing conditions, illness, injury, and, in rare cases, serious injury or death.
I knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks associated with my participation, whether known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated.
2. Physical Condition and Medical Responsibility
I represent that I am physically able to participate safely in Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co. activities and that I do not have any condition, impairment, disease, injury, illness, or limitation that would prevent or make unsafe my participation.
I understand that it has been recommended that I consult with a licensed health care provider before beginning or continuing physical activity, especially if I have any medical condition, injury, pregnancy-related concern, cardiovascular condition, respiratory condition, heat sensitivity, or other health concern.
I acknowledge that Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co., its owners, employees, instructors, contractors, and representatives do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or nutritional counseling. Any instruction, guidance, wellness information, or nutrition-related discussion is general in nature and is not a substitute for advice from a licensed health care provider.
3. Personal Responsibility During Participation
I agree to listen to my body, participate at my own pace, stop or rest when needed, hydrate appropriately, and seek help if I feel dizzy, faint, overheated, ill, injured, or unsafe.
I understand that instructors may offer verbal cues, demonstrations, suggestions, or physical adjustments. I understand that I am responsible for deciding whether to participate in any posture, movement, adjustment, or activity.
4. Contagious Illness
I agree that I will not attend class or enter Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co. facilities if I have symptoms of a contagious illness, have reason to believe I may be contagious, or have been advised to isolate or avoid group settings.
I understand that participation in group activities involves some risk of exposure to contagious illness. I knowingly assume that risk and agree that Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co. is not responsible for illness or related consequences except to the extent liability cannot be waived under applicable law.
5. Waiver and Release of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by Indiana law, I release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co., its owners, members, managers, employees, instructors, contractors, representatives, affiliates, successors, and assigns from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, expenses, or liabilities arising out of or related to my participation in Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co. classes, workshops, events, activities, programs, services, or use of its facilities, premises, or equipment.
This release includes, to the fullest extent permitted by law, claims arising from ordinary negligence by Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co. or its owners, employees, instructors, contractors, representatives, or affiliates.
This agreement does not release claims that cannot legally be released, including claims arising from gross negligence, reckless conduct, willful or wanton misconduct, or intentional wrongdoing.
6. Indemnification
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co. and its owners, employees, instructors, contractors, representatives, and affiliates from claims, damages, losses, costs, or expenses, including reasonable attorney fees, arising from my conduct, my failure to follow studio rules or instructor guidance, or my participation in activities, except to the extent caused by conduct that cannot be released or indemnified under applicable law.
7. Media Consent
I understand that Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co. may take photographs or videos during classes, workshops, events, or studio activities.
I authorize Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co. to use photographs or videos that include my image, likeness, or voice for studio marketing, advertising, social media, website, educational, promotional, or training purposes without compensation to me.
If I do not wish to be photographed or recorded, I understand that I must notify Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co. in writing before participating. For minors, a parent or legal guardian must provide media consent.
8. Minors
If the participant is under 18 years old, this agreement must be completed by a parent or legal guardian.
By signing for a minor participant, I represent that I am the parent or legal guardian of the minor participant and have authority to sign this agreement. I consent to the minor’s participation and agree to the terms of this agreement on behalf of myself and, to the fullest extent permitted by law, on behalf of the minor participant.
9. Continuing Obligation to Notify Sol
I agree to notify Sol Hot Yoga Studio Co. in writing at support@yogigotsol.com if my health condition, physical condition, or ability to participate safely changes in a way that could affect my participation.
10. Electronic Signature and Acknowledgment
I acknowledge that I have read this agreement carefully, understand its terms, and sign it voluntarily. I understand that I am giving up certain legal rights.
By checking the agreement box, typing my name, submitting an RSVP form, or otherwise electronically accepting this agreement, I agree that my electronic acceptance is the legal equivalent of my handwritten signature.