Liability waiver.

1. Who this protects. "Yoga House" means Amit Yoga LLC, doing business as Yoga House New York, and its owners, members, managers, teachers, employees, contractors, volunteers, successors and assigns.
2. Voluntary participation. I am choosing to take part in yoga and related activities, including asana (postures), breathing practices, meditation, heated classes, and any other activity offered by Yoga House (together, "Activities").
3. Risks. I understand that yoga involves physical exertion and that injury can happen, including muscle strains, sprains, joint or back injury, dizziness, fainting, heat-related illness, and, in rare cases, serious injury. I know these risks, I accept them, and I take part voluntarily.
4. Not medical advice. I understand that Yoga House teachers are not doctors, and that yoga, yoga therapy, Ayurveda and wellness guidance are not medical diagnosis or treatment and do not replace care from my own doctor.
5. My health. I confirm that I am physically able to take part. I will consult a doctor first if I have any medical condition, injury, recent surgery, or if I am pregnant or think I may be. I will tell the teacher about any injury or condition before class and update Yoga House if my health changes.
6. Listening to my body. I will practice within my own limits, rest whenever I need to, and stop and tell the teacher if I feel pain, dizziness or discomfort. Teachers offer guidance, but I am responsible for my own practice.
7. Hands-on assists. Teachers may offer hands-on adjustments. I can decline at any time, for any class, simply by telling the teacher.
8. Online classes. When I practice online, I am responsible for having a safe, clear space and suitable equipment.
9. Trainings, retreats and travel. For trainings and retreats, including those abroad, I understand there are additional risks such as travel, transportation, excursions, accommodation, food, climate and local conditions. I am responsible for my own travel documents, travel insurance and medical needs. Yoga House is not responsible for the acts of independent hotels, ashrams, transport companies or other third-party providers.
10. Release. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I release, waive and agree not to sue Yoga House for any claims for injury, illness, loss or damage arising from my participation in Activities or my use of the studio or any facility, except where caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct. This release binds me and my heirs, executors, family and legal representatives.
11. Indemnity. I agree to cover Yoga House for any claims, costs or legal fees arising from my own actions or my breach of this agreement.
12. Emergency care. If I need emergency medical help and cannot consent myself, I authorize Yoga House to call emergency services and arrange care. I am responsible for any resulting medical costs.
13. Personal belongings. Yoga House is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged personal property.
14. Studio rules. Yoga House may ask me to stop participating, or may refuse entry, if I do not follow studio policies or if the teacher believes participating may be unsafe for me or others.
15. Minors. Participants under 18 must have this waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian, who agrees to these terms on the minor's behalf.
16. General. This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of New York and stays in effect for all my future participation. If any part of it is found unenforceable, the rest remains in effect. My electronic signature or online acceptance has the same effect as a handwritten signature.
17. I have read this agreement, I understand that I am giving up certain legal rights, and I agree to it voluntarily.

New students receive a short form by email after booking and sign online, on any phone or computer. Walk-ins can sign at the front desk. Questions? Write to yogahousenewyork@gmail.com.