Liability waiver

1. Introduction

This disclaimer notice (Notice) applies to dance, yoga, meditation classes and journaling prompts including those that are in person, by video, by audio only, and by written text (Classes) run by Charlotte Jones of Amala Movement (we or us). By participating in the Classes you agree to be bound by this disclaimer notice (as set out below).


2. Participating in the Classes

2.1 By participating in the Classes, you agree that you:

2.1.1 will comply with any notices, warnings or instructions that are displayed or given to you;

2.1.2 are physically fit to participate in the Classes; 

2.1.3 are emotionally and mentally fit to participate in the Classes;

2.1.4 are aware that the Classes are not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment; and

2.1.5 have set up a safe and suitable space for practice (if you are remotely participating in the Classes).


3. Responsibilities  

3.1 Participating in the Classes is entirely at your own risk.

3.2 Use of any equipment or property is entirely at your own risk.

3.3 We are not responsible or liable for any theft, damage, destruction or loss of your equipment, property or possessions at our Classes.

3.4 You will be liable for any damage or loss caused by you.

3.5 You hereby expressly waive and release any and all claims, now known or hereafter known, against us, and our officers, directors, managers, employees, agents, successors, and assigns (collectively, “Releasees”), on account of injury, disability, death, or property damage arising out of or attributable to your participation in the Classes, whether arising out of the ordinary negligence of us or any Releasees or otherwise. You covenant not to make or bring any such claim against us or any other Releasee, and forever release and discharge us and all other Releasees from liability under such claims. 

3.6 You shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless us and all other Releasees against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, deficiencies, claims, actions, judgments, settlements, interest, awards, penalties, fines, costs, or expenses of whatever kind, including legal fees, incurred by/awarded against us or any other Releasees, arising out or resulting from any claim of a third party related to your participation in the Classes, including any claim related to your own negligence or the ordinary negligence of us.


4. Medically fit to participate

4.1 You must not participate in the Classes if you are pregnant or post-natal unless a medical professional has confirmed you are fit to participate. 

4.2 You must inform us of any injury, pre-existing medical conditions, or access needs prior to your participation in the Classes.

4.3 You must not participate if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

4.4 You should ensure that you are fully aware of the associated risks of participating in this Classes. In particular, this includes the risk of personal injury or death.

4.5 We are not qualified to express an opinion confirming that you are fit to participate the Classes and you must ensure that you are fit to participate. You must not participate if you are suffering from any serious medical condition or have recently undergone surgery unless you have a certificate of your fitness to participate from your doctor. 

4.6 You must seek medical advice from a medical professional if you have any concerns about participating in the Classes.


5. Warranties

5.1 By participating in the Classes you agree that you will immediately withdraw from the Classes if during your participation it becomes apparent that you are:

5.1.1 physically unfit to continue to participate; or

5.1.2 emotionally or mentally unfit to continue to participate.


6. General 

6.1 This Notice constitutes the sole and entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter contained herein and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to such subject matter. If any term or provision of this Notice is invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any jurisdiction, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other term or provision of this Notice or invalidate or render unenforceable such term or provision in any other jurisdiction. This Notice is binding on and shall inure to the benefit of us and you and your respective heirs, successors, and assigns. 

6.2 This Notice relates to repeat attendances to the Classes.


7. Governing law and jurisdiction

7.1 The laws of England and Wales apply to this disclaimer, although if you are resident elsewhere you will retain the benefit of any mandatory protections given to you by the laws of that country.

7.2 Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales. This means that you can choose whether to bring a claim in the courts of England and Wales or in the courts of another part of the UK in which you live.


Before you sign this disclaimer notice, it is important that you have read and understood the statement in full. If there is any term in this disclaimer notice that is not clear to you or you do not understand, please speak to a member of staff or contact us before you sign.