The following information will help you get the most out of your yoga classes and
clarify our instructor/student relationship.
Yoga is more than physical exercise. It is a transformative practice that integrates
body, mind and emotional tensions to arrive at deeper levels of relaxation and
awareness. All exercise programs involve a risk of injury. It is highly recommended
that you consult your physician prior to beginning this or any other workout/ physical
activity. By choosing to participate in yoga classes, you voluntarily assume a certain
risk of injury.
Being aware and connected to your body is fundamental to the practice of Yoga. I
understand that yoga includes physical movements as well as an opportunity for
relaxation, stress re-education and relief of muscular tension. As is the case with any
physical activity, the risk of injury, even serious or disabling, is always present and
cannot be entirely eliminated. If I experience any pain or discomfort, I will listen to my
body, discontinue the activity, and ask for support from the instructor. I agree to
inform my instructor of any activities or movements, which I feel could cause injury to
myself.
Yoga is not a substitute for medical attention, examination, diagnosis or treatment. I
understand that no medical diagnosis will be given and no promises of cure have
been made. By attending this class, I affirm that I am solely responsible for my health
and well-being, as well as my decision to practice yoga, a program of physical
exercise. I understand that yoga is not recommended and is not safe under certain
medical conditions. I do not have any physical conditions or disability that would limit
my participation or preclude an exercise program. I assume full responsibility for any
and all damages, which may incur through participation. If I am pregnant, become
pregnant or I am post-natal or post- surgical, my signature verifies that I have my
physician's approval to participate. Yoga instructors or ISB shall not be held liable for any
injury, loss or damage to property and/or persons
sustained during or as a result of participation in this class. I agree to listen to my body
and monitor myself during every class session. *