TERMS & CONDITIONS
In the Terms and Conditions the following definitions apply:
“Company” means Yoga Republic Limited (trading as Yoga Republic).
“Studio User” means any person that has purchased or made use of one of our yoga classes or plans.
“Studio” means any and all of the physical spaces that are occupied and part of Yogi Republic. This includes yoga studios, reception and sitting area, change rooms, corridors, office, and all storage and team areas.
“Yoga plans” means any item that provides the client with access to our products/services or studio facilities.
“Products/services or studio facilities” means any of the yoga studios open to, or products/services offered to clients of the company as published on our website(s).
“Terms and Conditions” are as defined here.
“Website” means www.yoga-republic.com or affiliated websites.
The Terms and Conditions are incorporated into the online booking system.
The Company reserves the right to vary or revoke any of the Terms and Conditions from time to time which it may consider necessary or suitable for the regulation of the governance of the studio and the conduct of members. Any such changes will be published on our websites and, until revoked, are binding on members.
The Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of England and subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
STUDIO BOOKING
All classes must be booked online in advance through the Yoga Republic website - we cannot accept walk-in appointments.
We recommend arriving at the studio 10-15 minutes before class. However, we know this is not always possible but please leave it no later than 5-minutes before your class is set too start. If you are not at the studio and signed in for class 5-minutes before your class and there is a waitlist your spot may be offered to another someone else.
On arrival at the studio it is of the utmost importance that you check-in for your class with the building reception team. For health & safety reasons we need to know when you have arrived in the building and have this recorded.
Once a class has started, our teachers can refuse to permit late arrivals.
AGE RESTRICTIONS
If you are 16 and above you are able to attend any of our classes, workshops and programmes.
Those aged 13 and over are permitted into classes with a parent or guardian present in the class with them.
Anyone under the age of 13 is unable to participate in public classes, workshops and programmes at Yoga Republic.
All children under the age of 16 are the responsibility of the accompanying adult when in the studio premises.
HOURS & SCHEDULE
Yoga Republic reserves the right to vary the class schedule and studio opening hours. These changes to the schedule will be published on the timetable online.
The Studio may at any time withdraw all or part of its facilities for any period or periods and with notice, where practicable, in connection with any cleaning, repair, alteration or maintenance work or for reasons beyond the control of the Studio or the Company.
CANCELLATIONS
In the event of the Company cancelling a class we will refund all payments paid. We cannot however compensate registered class attendees for travel costs incurred. In the unlikely event that we must cancel a class due to force majeure (including but not limited to; weather, natural disaster or political upheaval) we cannot guarantee a refund.
Cancellation of classes or training programme sessions due to unforeseen circumstances may occur. The Company reserves the right to cancel classes or sessions due to unforeseen circumstances that may occur. Yoga Republic reserves the right, at its discretion, to change or modify the schedule, move classes on-line or offer usage of a different studio/location.
Studio users have up to two hours prior to class start to cancel a booking and receive a full refund. Cancellations beyond the two hour limit will not be subject to refund.
Special events and workshops are subject to 24-hour cancellation notice.
PERSONAL BELONGINGS
Personal belongings are brought into the studio premises at the Studio User’s risk and Yoga Republic does not accept liability for any loss or damage whatsoever to such items.
For security reasons Studio User’s are advised to bring valuables into the studio where they are to be placed at the back of the studio.
Phones and smart devices must be completely silenced (sound and vibration off), or placed on do-not-disturb mode upon entry of the Studio and throughout the Studio User’s entire visit.
HEALTH & FITNESS
Studio Users are advised not to undertake strenuous physical activities without first seeking medical advice if they have concerns over their physical condition. The Studio reserves the right to refuse access to any Studio User if, in its absolute discretion, it considers that the health of the individual concerned may be endangered by the use of such facilities.
Studio Users with the following conditions should not attend class: low/high blood pressure and cardiac irregularities. If there is any doubt, the Studio User should consult his/her doctor. Studio User’s must notify the Studio of any circumstances affecting their health which may be exacerbated through continued use of the Studio.
SAFETY & HYGIENE
Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the premises.
No crockery, glass or food is permitted in the yoga studio.
Studio Users are requested not use our yoga mats barefoot if they have foot complaints - please wear socks or flip flops.
Antibacterial wipes are provided and we kindly ask all studio users to thoroughly wipe down studio mats after class.
Studio Users must use the appointed entrance to the Studio when entering or leaving the Studio. Fire exits, which are clearly marked, are there in the interests of safety and Studio Users must not interfere with these doors for any reason.
In the event of a fire, Studio Users are asked to make their way to the nearest available exit.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
Studio Users must at all times observe the Studio guidelines which may be notified to them from time to time and are requested to comply with any reasonable directions which the management of the Studio may issue to ensure the smooth operation of the Studio for the convenience of all Studio Users.
Studio Users are required to give written notice to the Company of any change of address, email or contact number. Failing such notice, all communications shall be assumed to have been received by the Member within 5 days of mailing to the last address notified to the Company.
The Company reserves the right to refuse admission to the Studio.
A person who is not a Studio User has no rights under the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999 to rely upon or enforce any terms of regarding the facilities provided by the company.
The Company may, if a Studio User so wishes, communicate with the Studio User by electronic mail (“email”). By providing an email address to the Company, the Studio User consents to receiving email communications from the Company, including notices pursuant to the Terms and Conditions. The Studio User also accepts any risk that email may not be a fully secure and confidential means of communication. The Company will not be liable for any loss or damage suffered as a result of communicating with a Member in this manner.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
The Company cannot be held responsible for any service or equipment not being available for whatever reason. The Company reserves the right to make alterations to the types of facilities provided, without notice and in its absolute discretion and the Company shall not be liable for any loss occasioned by such alterations except insofar as loss is by law, incapable of exclusion.
It is the Studio User’s responsibility to ensure that they are capable of undergoing a routine of exercises provided by any programme that they follow or class that they attend. Studio Users accept the risk of injury from performing exercises and are advised to consult their doctor prior to beginning any programme or class. The Company accepts no liability for loss or damage to property or injury of Studio Users on the Studio premises or outside the Studio except insofar as such loss, damage, or injury is by law incapable of exclusion.