Manuel Oria provides yoga instruction and physical exercise training through classes, workshops, private instruction and teacher trainings in Puerto Rico, USA territories & abroad. 

It is Manuel Oria’s intention to share knowledge and experience in a way, which is accessible, helpful and of benefit to you.  However we do live in a commercial world where services are provided and paid for.  Therefore, we need to have terms and conditions so that you have a clear understanding of where we stand in regards to this exchange.

Please read carefully the terms and conditions listed below and select the checkbox to agree and sign. Students who have not signed this form will not be allowed to participate in the training.

If you have any questions regarding the terms and conditions listed below please contact manueloria1@gmail.com

SERVICES & DISCLOSURE

I understand that Yoga, breathwork and other activities offered by Manuel Oria, are designed to enhance quality of life and support holistic wellbeing, and are not intended to constitute medical advice or any substitution for medical or psychiatric care. I understand that activities are not intended to be relied upon for diagnosis or treatment in relation to any health problem, and services of the facilitators do not replace the care of licensed professionals.

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER & CONTRAINDICATIONS

I understand that Yoga, breathwork and other activities may involve strong connected breathing, which can result in dramatic experiences accompanied by strong emotional and physical responses. I understand that I may find the Activities physically, emotionally, or mentally stressful, and that breathwork and activities are not safe under certain medical conditions and not advised for persons with a history of cardiovascular disease or prior heart attack, high blood pressure, use of prescription blood thinners such as Coumadin, epilepsy or seizures, glaucoma, osteoporosis, severe asthma, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, dissociative disorders, history of significant trauma, and during pregnancy.

STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

All participants of a yoga class, training sessions and retreats led by Manuel Oria will be expected to behave in a professional manner at all times. Standards of conduct policies include, but are not limited to:

-No racism of any type will be tolerated
-No sexual harassment of any type or form will be allowed in the space
-No substance use or abuse will be accepted
-No smoking allowed on premises
-No breach of confidentiality will be tolerated
-Please be mindful to personal hygiene
-Harassment of Manuel Oria, and/or team and peers will not be tolerated

Failure to comply with the standards of conduct policies will be handled by ending the session and, in case of harassment and or aggression of any type, by contacting local authorities.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

I understand that with yoga, breathwork and any activities implemented in this workshop with Manuel Oria, and Christiane Coste carries, as with any physical activity, the risk of injury, even serious or disabling, is always present and cannot be completely eliminated. I am fully aware and assume full responsibility for any risk, condition, injury or damage, known or unknown, that may be incurred or aggravated as a result of my participation in this workshop.

By taking part in these activities, I accept any and all risks, foreseeable or non-foreseeable, that may arise. I agree that any and all facilitators will not be held liable for any claims, actions, losses, injuries, damages and conditions of any kind resulting or arising from including but not limited to; direct, indirect, incidental, special, negligent, consequential, or exemplary damages happening from participation in yoga, breathwork and any other activities or use of materials provided.

MEDIA RELEASE

I grant permission to Manuel Oria, and any service provider subcontracted to use my image (photographs and/or video) for use in promotional materials.

I hereby waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photographs or electronic matter that may be used in conjunction with them now or in the future, whether that use is known to me or unknown, and I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from or related to the use of the image.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

I acknowledge that all right, title and interest in the purchased content, wether digital, written or in person format remain with Manuel Oria and that the unauthorized redistribution or dissemination is prohibited in totality in regards to this agreement of service. 

PAYMENT & CANCELLATIONS POLICIES

-All yoga classes, teacher training and related services with Manuel Oria LLC require the agreed payment in full by the beginning of the session unless payment plan is requested. An agreed deposit payment may be requested to initially book the session.
-All payments and deposits are non-refundable.
-Private bookings require a minimum of 12 hours hours notice to cancel or amend otherwise the full fee is due. In exceptional cases M.O. agrees to hold deposit as a credit for a next session within an agreed period of time.

-Teacher Training participants who are unable to complete the program will have up to one (1) year to finish their training by joining another scheduled session at a different date or location. After the one-year period, participants wishing to complete the program will need to attend make-up sessions and fulfill the required practicum hours, which will incur an additional fee.

I, Manuel Oria and/or team, reserve the right to cancel the session at any time. If the session is cancelled prior to the start date, it may be rescheduled, and if students cannot attend the new dates, then 100% refund will be made.