Heidi Kolanko Yoga

Yoga Retreat Liability Waiver

Safety is Heidi Kolanko’s number one priority.

Waiver and Release:

Participation in a yoga retreat involves physical activity as well as travel, outdoor, water, recreational, and other activities. Please carefully consider your own health, physical condition, and abilities before participating.

By signing this Waiver & Release of Liability, I acknowledge and agree to the following:

Assumption of Risk

I voluntarily choose to participate in the retreat and activities provided, organized, or facilitated by Heidi Kolanko, including but not limited to yoga, meditation, breathwork, stretching, restorative practices, strength and cardio exercises, swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, walking, beach and ocean activities, excursions, and other recreational or physical activities.

I understand that these activities involve inherent and other risks, including but not limited to muscle soreness, strains, sprains, falls, slips, trips, collisions, overexertion, dehydration, heat or sun exposure, illness, allergic reactions, drowning, water-related accidents, injuries related to uneven or rocky terrain, and injuries resulting from the actions of other participants or third parties.

I understand that immediate medical attention may not always be available.

I voluntarily assume the risks associated with my participation.

Participant Responsibility

I understand that participation in all activities is voluntary and that I am responsible for determining whether an activity is appropriate for my individual physical condition, abilities, and limitations.

I agree to listen to my body, follow reasonable instructions, modify or discontinue an activity when necessary, and communicate with Heidi Kolanko regarding any physical limitations, injuries, allergies, dietary restrictions, or other concerns that could affect my ability to participate safely.

I understand that Heidi Kolanko is a yoga teacher and retreat host and is not a physician or other medical professional. Yoga, exercise, meditation, breathwork, or other retreat activities are not substitutes for medical diagnosis or treatment.

I represent that I am capable of participating in the activities I voluntarily choose to undertake and that I have disclosed any known condition, injury, limitation, allergy, or other circumstance that could reasonably affect my participation or safety.

I understand that I should consult with my physician or other qualified healthcare professional before participating if I have concerns about my ability to safely participate.

Food, Beverages & Foodborne Illness

I understand that meals, snacks, beverages, and other food products may be prepared and provided by the retreat venue, its kitchen and staff, restaurants, independent vendors, or other third parties.

I understand that consuming food and beverages carries risks, including foodborne illness, contamination, cross-contamination, allergic reactions, gastrointestinal illness, and other adverse reactions.

I agree to communicate any food allergies, intolerances, dietary restrictions, or other relevant food-related health concerns to Heidi Kolanko before the retreat.

I understand that Heidi Kolanko may communicate dietary information to the retreat venue or food-service provider but cannot guarantee that food will be completely free from allergens, contamination, cross-contamination, or foodborne illness.

To the extent permitted by applicable law, I voluntarily assume the risks associated with consuming food and beverages during the retreat.

Travel, Transportation & Environmental Risks

I understand that the retreat takes place in Mexico and that travel and participation may involve risks associated with airports, vehicles, road conditions, transportation, unfamiliar surroundings, weather, insects, animals, plants, terrain, water conditions, ocean conditions, and other environmental or travel-related circumstances.

I understand that certain transportation, accommodations, meals, excursions, and activities may be provided by independent third parties.

Medical Emergencies

I authorize Heidi Kolanko and/or her designated representatives to seek or arrange reasonable emergency medical assistance for me if I become injured or ill and am unable to make appropriate decisions for myself.

I understand that I am responsible for my own medical expenses, including emergency treatment, transportation, hospitalization, medications, evacuation, or other medical services, unless otherwise required by law.

I understand that Heidi Kolanko is not responsible for providing medical care and that emergency medical services may not be immediately available.

Release & Waiver of Claims

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I release and agree to hold harmless Heidi Kolanko, individually and doing business as Heidi Kolanko Yoga, and her employees, agents, representatives, contractors, and authorized volunteers from claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising out of or relating to my participation in the retreat or its activities, including injury, illness, property damage, or death, to the extent such claims are legally waivable.

This release includes risks that I knowingly and voluntarily assume by participating in the retreat and its activities.

Nothing in this agreement is intended to waive or release any claim that cannot legally be waived or released under applicable law.

I understand that I am giving up certain legal rights by signing this agreement and that I am signing it voluntarily.

This agreement shall be binding upon me and my heirs, personal representatives, successors, and assigns.

Communicable Illness

I understand that participation in a group retreat may involve exposure to communicable illnesses, including but not limited to COVID-19, influenza, gastrointestinal illnesses, and other infectious diseases.

I agree not to participate in group activities when experiencing symptoms of a potentially contagious illness and agree to notify Heidi Kolanko if I become significantly ill or become aware of a significant exposure during the retreat.

I understand that Heidi Kolanko cannot guarantee that I will not be exposed to or contract a communicable illness and that I voluntarily assume the associated risks to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Photography & Video Release

I understand that photographs and/or videos may be taken during the retreat for promotional, educational, website, and social-media purposes.

I grant Heidi Kolanko permission to use photographs, video recordings, or other recordings in which I appear for these purposes without compensation.

If I do not wish to be photographed or filmed, I will notify Heidi Kolanko in writing before or during the retreat.

Participant Acknowledgment

I confirm that I have carefully read and understand this Waiver & Release of Liability, including the nature of the activities and the risks involved. I have had the opportunity to ask questions, and all of my questions have been answered to my satisfaction.

I understand that this is a waiver and release of liability and that I am voluntarily giving up certain legal rights. I am signing this agreement freely and voluntarily.