I acknowledge having understood that yoga includes physical movements and an opportunity for relaxation, stress re-education, and relief of muscular tension.

Participation in yoga class includes, but is not limited to, participation in meditation techniques, yogic breathing techniques, and performing various yoga postures. Yoga postures, or asanas, are designed to exercise every part of the body-stretching and toning the muscles and joints, the spine, and the entire skeletal system. They also work on the internal organs, glands, and nerves. Yoga incorporates sustained stretching to strengthen muscles and increases flexibility.

As with any physical activity, the risk of injury, even serious or disabling, is always present and cannot be entirely eliminated. I acknowledge understanding that in yoga class, I will progress at my own pace. If I experience any pain or discomfort, I will listen to my body, adjust my posture and ask for support from the instructor. I will continue to breathe smoothly. If I feel overexertion or fatigued, I will respect my body’s limitations and rest before continuing yoga practice.

Yoga is not a substitute for medical attention, examination, medical diagnosis, or treatment. Reiki sessions and classes are given without physically touching the student or client. I affirm that I alone am responsible for deciding whether to practice Yoga/Reiki. With this agree to irrevocably release and waive any claims that I have now or hereafter may have against the INSTRUCTOR.

I acknowledge that participation in Yoga or Reiki classes or sessions can expose me to a possible risk of personal injury. I am fully aware of this risk, and with this release, the INSTRUCTOR, from any or all liabilities, negligence, or other claims arising from or in any way connected with my participation in yoga class.

I acknowledge that I shall not now or at any time in the future bring any legal action against the INSTRUCTOR; and that this waiver is binding on me, my heirs, my spouse, my children, my legal representatives, my successors, and my assigns. I acknowledge that I am physically and mentally fit to participate in this type of class or session.

If I am pregnant or become pregnant or am post-natal, I acknowledge that I am participating in yoga/Reiki class/session with my doctor’s full approval. I realize that I am participating in them at my own risk.