Disclaimer & Waiver

Arya Yoga & Wellness

Last updated: May 2026

Thank you for choosing Arya Yoga & Wellness.

Please read the following carefully before participating in any session, workshop, retreat, or corporate wellness event.

1. General Participation

Our sessions — including yoga, meditation, breathwork, and wellness workshops — are designed to support your wellbeing. However, they are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

We ask that you do not participate if you are currently experiencing any of the following without first obtaining written medical clearance from your doctor:

Pregnancy
Recent surgery (within the last 6 months)
A diagnosed medical condition that may be affected by physical movement or breathwork
Any acute illness, injury, or physical condition that may be aggravated by participation

If you are unsure whether participation is appropriate for you, please consult your healthcare provider beforehand and speak with Sheryl before the session begins.

All participants are responsible for working within their own comfort zone. Postures and practices should always be modified to suit your body. Your teacher will offer guidance and variations throughout, but the final responsibility for your wellbeing during the session rests with you.

2. Breathwork Specific Considerations

Breathwork practices can produce powerful physical and emotional responses. For most people this is safe and beneficial, however we ask that you do not participate in breathwork without prior medical clearance if you have any of the following:

Cardiovascular conditions, including high blood pressure or a history of heart disease
Epilepsy or a history of seizures
Severe asthma or respiratory conditions
A history of psychosis, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia
Glaucoma or detached retina
Recent surgery or physical injury
Pregnancy

If you experience discomfort during breathwork at any time, you are always welcome to slow your breath, rest, or step back from the practice. Please let Sheryl know of any concerns before the session.

3. Retreats & Outdoor Events

During retreats and outdoor events, participants move through natural environments that may include uneven terrain, garden paths, steps, and open fire elements. Please:

Wear appropriate footwear and clothing for the conditions
Take care when moving through the venue, particularly on uneven ground
Follow all safety guidance provided by your facilitator on the day
Keep a safe and respectful distance from any fire elements during fire ceremonies or meditations

Arya Yoga & Wellness takes all reasonable precautions to ensure a safe environment. However, participants attend outdoor events at their own risk and are responsible for their own safety and that of their personal belongings throughout the day.

In the event of severe or dangerous weather, Arya Yoga & Wellness reserves the right to modify or cancel any outdoor activity. Where an event is cancelled by us due to weather, a full refund will be provided.

4. Corporate Wellness Sessions

Where Arya Yoga & Wellness is engaged to deliver sessions within a corporate or organisational setting, the following applies:

The organising company or individual is responsible for ensuring that all participants are made aware of this disclaimer prior to the session, and that participation is voluntary.
The host organisation is responsible for ensuring the venue is safe, suitable, and free from hazards prior to the session. Arya Yoga & Wellness does not accept liability for any injury arising from venue conditions outside our control.
All individual participants remain responsible for working within their own physical limits. Sheryl will always offer modifications — participants should feel comfortable to use them without any pressure to perform beyond their ability.
The same breathwork contraindications outlined in Section 2 apply in a corporate context. Where sessions include breathwork, the organising company should communicate this to participants in advance so that anyone with relevant conditions can seek medical advice or choose to observe.

Arya Yoga & Wellness holds public liability insurance. Details are available on request.

5. Minors

Participants under 18 years of age require written parental or guardian consent prior to joining any class, workshop, or retreat. Please contact us in advance to arrange this.

6. Photography & Media Consent

During retreats and events, candid or group photos may be taken by the facilitators or event hosts. These images may be used on the Arya Yoga & Wellness website and social media channels.

Participants are asked to indicate their photo consent preference when registering. If you change your mind at any point, please speak with Sheryl directly and your preference will be respected.

Participants wishing to take photos or video of other participants during an event should seek consent from those individuals beforehand, in keeping with the respectful and confidential nature of our sessions.

7. Participant Acknowledgement

By registering for and attending any Arya Yoga & Wellness session, workshop, retreat, or corporate event, you confirm that:

You have read and understood this Disclaimer & Waiver
You have disclosed any relevant health conditions to Sheryl prior to participation
You accept personal responsibility for your participation and your wellbeing during the session
You release Arya Yoga & Wellness and its facilitators from any liability arising from your participation, except where caused by our negligence

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