A MODEL FORM OF YOGA STUDIO RELEASE

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Release And Waiver Of Liability

Name __________________________________________ Street Address ___________________________________ City, State & Zip Code ____________________________ _______________________________________________ Phone Number __________________________________ Email __________________________________________ I, ____________________________________________, hereby agree to the following: 1. I am participating in yoga classes, health programs, workshops and other wellness,

exercise and healing arts activities (collectively, the Activities) offered by ________________ (Studio) and/or its owners, instructors, teachers, workshop presenters, and independent contractors. 2. I recognize that I must be in good physical and mental health to participate in the Activities. I understand that the Activities require physical exertion, and I represent and warrant that I am physically fit and I have no medical condition which would prevent my full participation in the Activities. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding my participation in the Activities. If I have consulted a physician, I have taken the physicians advice. I understand that the Studio reserves the right in its absolute discretion to refuse my participation in an Activity on medical, fitness or other grounds. 3. I am in proper physical condition to participate in the Activities, and I am aware that participation could, in some circumstances, result in abnormal blood pressure, fainting, heartbeat disorders, physical injury and potentially heart attack. I also understand that I could experience muscle, back and other injuries during exercise. I understand my physical limitations and am sufficiently self-aware to stop physical activity before I become ill or injured. I understand that it is my continuing responsibility to inform the Studio of any previous medical conditions, injuries or surgeries prior to my first class and any future changes to my medical condition. 4. In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Activities, I agree to assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries or damages, known or unknown, which I might incur as a result of participating in the Activities at the Studio. 5. In further consideration of being permitted to participate in the Activities, I knowingly, voluntarily and expressly waive any Claims (as defined below) I may have against the Studio, its owners, members, employees, and/or its instructors, teachers, volunteer staff, interns, and/or independent contractors and the landlord of the Studio (each, a Released Party) for any Claim that I may sustain as a result of participating in the Activities at the Studio even if the Claim arises from the negligence of any Released Party or anyone else. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless each Released Party from any loss or liability incurred in defending any Claim made by me or anyone making a Claim on my behalf, even if the Claim is alleged to or did result from the negligence of any Released Party or anyone else. Claims include but are not limited to any and all liabilities, claims, demands, expenses, fees, legal actions, rights of actions for damages, personal injury, mental suffering and distress, or death that I may suffer, my children may suffer or that my unborn child may suffer (including any legal fees or expenses) in connection with participation in any Activity. 6. I, my heirs or legal representatives forever release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue any Released Party for any Claim caused by any negligence or other acts of a Released Party.

7. I hereby understand that the Studio from time to time may photograph or video classes or events occurring at its studios and place such photographs and videos on its Website. I hereby consent to the use of my image that may appear in any such photograph or video. 8. This agreement shall be construed in accordance with, and governed by, the laws of the State of ___________________. I acknowledge that I have carefully read this release and waiver of liability and fully understand its contents. I voluntarily and knowingly agree to the terms and conditions stated herein. I am aware that by signing this release and waiver of liability, I am giving up substantial rights, including my right to sue and certain legal rights my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators and assigns may have against any Released Party. ___________________________________________ Signature of participant ____________________________________________ Date If participant is under 18: As legal guardian of ________________________________, I consent to the above Waiver of Release and Assumption of Liability _____________________________________________ Signature of parent/guardian _____________________________________________

The Fine Print This model agreement has been prepared by Lilalabs Publishing LLC for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advertising or legal advice. Neither the receipt nor use of the agreement is intended to nor does it create an attorney-client relationship. You should not rely upon the agreement for any purpose without seeking legal advice from counsel. This form agreement is offered to provide you with basic information only. Lilalabs Publishing LLC and Gary Kissiah do not represent or warrant, either expressly or impliedly, that the form agreement addresses every legal issue in the area which you are exploring or that it is complete and accurate. The form agreement is general in nature and was written to cover the most common and typical situations. Your particular situation may be quite different and may require legal positions and compliance efforts that are different than those set forth in the form agreement. The legal system changes rapidly and the statutes, laws, regulations and interpretations that were in effect on the date of publication of this form agreement will change in the future and these changes may require different legal positions than those set forth in the form. There may be state and local laws and regulations that may significantly change the provisions of the form agreement and you will need to discuss these with your counsel. This form agreement is not intended as, nor is offered as, legal advice. You should seek specific legal or accounting advice before taking any action with respect to the form agreement. You accept and assume the full risk in using this form and, by your use of this form agreement, you hereby release Lilalabs Publishing LLC and Gary Kissiah from any liability, claim, or expense whatsoever.