PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THE INHERENT RISKS OF PARTICIPATING IN ACTIVITIES AT HOT YOGA BY THE SEA.
I voluntarily choose to participate in classes, workshops, trainings, private sessions, events, and other activities offered by Hot Yoga by the Sea (“HYBS”).
I understand that activities may include heated and non-heated yoga, Vinyasa, Rocket, Slow Flow, Yin, Restorative Yoga, mobility and movement practices, MELT, meditation, Yoga Nidra, breathwork/pranayama, sound baths, Reiki, teacher trainings, workshops, and other wellness activities.
I understand that physical activity involves inherent risks, including but not limited to muscle strains, sprains, joint or soft-tissue injuries, falls, loss of balance, dizziness, fainting, fatigue, dehydration, overheating, headache, nausea, changes in blood pressure or heart rate, aggravation of an existing injury or medical condition, and other physical injury.
I specifically understand that heated yoga and exercise in a heated environment present additional risks, including dehydration, dizziness, overheating, fainting, heat exhaustion, and other heat-related illness.
I understand that breathwork may cause temporary sensations including lightheadedness, tingling, dizziness, changes in breathing sensation, or emotional responses.
I voluntarily assume the inherent risks associated with the activities in which I choose to participate.
MY HEALTH & RESPONSIBILITY
I understand that I am responsible for determining whether I am physically able to participate.
I agree to inform my instructor of any injury, pregnancy, medical condition, physical limitation, recent surgery, or other circumstance that may affect my ability to participate safely.
I understand that HYBS instructors and wellness practitioners are not providing medical diagnosis or medical treatment. I should consult an appropriate healthcare professional if I have questions or concerns about whether participation is appropriate for me.
I agree to listen to my body, participate within my abilities, modify or decline any activity, and stop participating whenever necessary.
I understand that I may leave the heated room, rest, or discontinue practice at any time. If I experience dizziness, faintness, nausea, unusual shortness of breath, chest discomfort, symptoms of overheating, or other concerning symptoms, I agree to stop participating and seek appropriate assistance.
No posture, movement, breathing technique, hands-on assist, or other activity is required.
HANDS-ON ASSISTS
I understand that instructors may offer verbal instruction, demonstrations, modifications, and optional physical or hands-on assists.
I understand that I have the right to decline any hands-on assist at any time and for any reason.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by Hawaiʻi law, I knowingly and voluntarily assume the inherent risks associated with participation and release and hold harmless Hot Yoga by the Sea, its owners, instructors, substitute instructors, employees, independent contractors, assistants, volunteers, guest teachers, representatives, agents, landlords and property owners from claims arising from injuries or damages resulting from those inherent risks.
I understand that this agreement is not intended to release or waive any claim or legal right that cannot lawfully be released or waived under Hawaiʻi law.
PERSONAL BELONGINGS
I am responsible for my personal belongings while attending HYBS.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, HYBS and its instructors, employees, contractors and representatives are not responsible for personal property that is lost, stolen, forgotten, misplaced or damaged while I am attending a class, workshop, training, private session, event, or other activity.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
If I become injured or ill and am unable to make decisions for myself, I authorize HYBS staff or instructors to contact emergency medical services when they reasonably believe assistance is necessary.
I understand that HYBS does not provide medical care and that I am responsible for costs associated with emergency transportation or medical treatment provided to me.
REIKI, SOUND, MEDITATION & WELLNESS SERVICES
I understand that Reiki, meditation, Yoga Nidra, sound baths, breathwork and similar wellness offerings are intended for relaxation, education and general wellness.
They are not substitutes for medical, psychological, psychiatric or other licensed healthcare treatment, and no diagnosis, treatment or cure of any medical condition is promised.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
By signing below, I confirm that:
I have read and understand this waiver.
I understand the nature of the activities offered by Hot Yoga by the Sea.
I understand and voluntarily assume the inherent risks described above.
I have had the opportunity to ask questions before participating.
I agree to participate responsibly and within my own abilities.
I understand that this agreement applies to my current and future participation in HYBS classes, workshops, trainings, private sessions, events and other offerings unless it is replaced by a subsequent agreement.
I HAVE READ AND AGREE TO THE HOT YOGA BY THE SEA PARTICIPANT WAIVER, ASSUMPTION OF RISK & RELEASE OF LIABILITY.