LORRAINE TAYLOR YOGA (LTY) TERMS & CONDITIONS

BOOKING AND PAYMENT

A booking is complete upon receipt of full payment to Lorraine Taylor Yoga (LTY) at the rate advertised at the time of the booking. It is the participant’s responsibility to check the booking and ensure that the particulars contained therein are correct.

CANCELLATION POLICY FOR IN-PERSON TRAININGS

In the event of cancellation by the participant, the following refunds apply:

75% of full tuition will be refunded three months before the course start date ~ minus bank transfer fees.

50% of full tuition will be refunded two months before course start date ~ minus bank transfer fees 1 month.

25% of full tuition will be refunded six weeks before the course start date ~ minus bank transfer fees.

Less than six weeks before the start of the course results in no refund.

In the event of cancellation of an In-Person Training by LTY, a full refund or alternative dates for an In-Person Training will be offered. LTY will not be liable for any travel expenses or losses incurred by participants. Participants are advised to have a comprehensive travel insurance covering costs for any loss.

In the event of cancellation of a In-Person Training due to ‘Force Majeure’ and failures beyond its control, LTY will not be held liable for any In-Person Training related expenses or any loss incurred by the participant. This covers natural disasters, war, ‘acts of God’, closure of airports, civil strife, accidents or failure to perform by third parties, including suppliers and subcontractors.

CANCELLATION POLICY FOR ONLINE / HYBRID TRAININGS & SHORT COURSES

We appreciate your interest in our online and hybrid training programs and short courses. Due to the nature of these programs, we maintain a strict no cancellation and no refund policy. Below are the details of our policy:

1. No Refunds Upon Cancellation: Once registered, participants will not be eligible for any refunds regardless of their participation or completion of the course. This policy applies to all our online trainings, hybrid courses, and short courses, including private mentorship in yoga and online teacher trainings.

2. No Transfers: Registrations cannot be transferred to another person or exchanged for other courses or services.

3. Access to Course Material: Participants will continue to have access to the course materials for the duration specified in the course information, regardless of their participation level, unless otherwise noted in specific course terms.

4. Cancellation by LTY: In the event that LTY must cancel a course due to unforeseen circumstances, registered participants will be eligible for a full refund. Alternatively, participants may choose to enroll in alternative session dates or receive access to equivalent recorded materials, where available.

5. Exceptions to Policy: Exceptions to this policy will not be made for any reason, including but not limited to personal issues, internet connectivity issues, or scheduling conflicts.

6. Force Majeure: LTY will not be held liable for cancellation of any online or hybrid training due to circumstances beyond our control, such as natural disasters, war, ‘acts of God’, closure of digital platforms, technological failures, or failure to perform by third parties, including technology service providers.

We recommend that participants carefully review their schedules and commitments before registering, as all fees paid are final and non-refundable.

TRAVEL & INSURANCE

The participant is responsible for all travel arrangements and costs to/from the In-Person Training venue.

The cost of the In-Person Training does not include travel or personal insurance. LTY recommends that participants purchase a comprehensive travel insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal luggage, money and public liability before travel.

LTY accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss, personal injury/death, or damage to personal belongings and property whatsoever.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS & RELEASE

The participant agrees to advise LTY of any physical, mental or emotional condition/s that could impact his/her participation in this In-Person Training, e.g. injuries, chronic conditions, recent medical or surgical procedures, any medication/s taken and the ailment/s the medicines are addressing.

The participant agrees to inform LTY of any pre diagnosed psychiatric conditions and prescribed medications. The participant agrees to continue all prescribed medications prior to and during attendance at In-Person Training held by LTY.

In consideration for participating in the In-Person Training, the participant agrees to waive LTY from any liability arising from any physical, mental or emotional conditions arising during or after the In-Person Training.

DRUGS & ALCOHOL

LTY In-Person Training are drug and alcohol free. The participant agrees to abstain from all use of any substances, drugs or alcohol for the duration of the In-Person Training. Please note, this includes plant medicine, marijuana and any other substance that alters the mind.

RIGHT TO PROMOTIONAL PHOTOGRAPH AND VIDEO

The participant understands that LTY reserves the right to take photographs, film and audio recordings on In-Person Training and agrees that photographs, video and audio recordings can be used for promotional and teaching purposes. LTY will treat all materials deemed personal or sensitive with respect, care and sensitivity.

The participant may advise LTY prior to the In-Person Training if they object to their image or voice being recorded. However, LTY reserves the right to make the final decision on the use of all In-Person Training images or sound recordings.

CERTIFICATION

LTY is under no obligation to certify a participant that has not fully met the requirements of the Yoga Alliance criteria.

GENERAL

LTY reserves the right to decline a participant’s booking on a retreat. A full refund will be provided if payment has been received.

On occasion, LTY has to act in the interest of a participant’s health and safety and the wellbeing of the entire retreat group. The participant agrees to comply with decisions of LTY in relation to his/her continued retreat attendance.

In the event that a participant’s behavior is not compatible with the general enjoyment and wellbeing of the group at large, LTY reserves the right to prohibit the participant from continuing the retreat. In such cases, LTY will not be liable for any refund, compensation to the participant, or for any additional costs incurred by the participant.

Additionally, if a participant’s actions disrupt the peace, safety, or respectful environment of the accommodations booked through LTY as part of the retreat, LTY reserves the right to require the participant to leave the accommodation immediately. Under these circumstances, the participant will not be entitled to a refund for their accommodation or any other costs related to the retreat, and they may be responsible for their own alternate accommodations.

Should the participant have a complaint during the retreat, he/she should immediately inform Lorraine Taylor, who will do her best to resolve the issue.

DISCLAIMER

The above In-Person Training Terms & Conditions outline the agreement between the In-Person Training participant and LTY. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This agreement may only be varied in writing by a duly authorised representative of LTY.