1. Terms and Conditions
1.1. If you are using our website and you are domiciled outside of the United Kingdom, Channel Islands or the Isle of Man, that participation is subject to and governed by English Law and the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of England and Wales. These terms and conditions are the contract between you and Kari van Eden Yoga (UK) (“us”, “we”, etc). By visiting or using our website, you agree to be bound by them. We are: karivaneden.com, a general partnership of Kari van Eden and Michael Cordel, based in the United Kingdom. Email: [email protected] You are: Anyone who uses our website.
1.1.1. These terms and conditions include general terms and conditions for the use of this site, terms and conditions relating to the services provided by Kari van Eden Yoga in a live yoga classes/courses/retreats, in live streaming classes/courses and online video classes/courses or tutorials.
1.2. These Terms and Conditions are incorporated into the Booking Form, and any Membership is subject to these Terms and Conditions as amended from time to time.
1.3. Kari van Eden Yoga reserves the right to vary and revoke these Terms and Conditions from time to time which it may consider necessary or desirable for the regulation of the internal affairs of the company and or the conduct of Members and Clients. Any such changes will be published on the website and, until revoked, are binding on Members and Clients.
1.4. Please read these terms and conditions carefully. Your use of the site, the purchase of any Products or Services on this site will be subject to these terms and conditions. And you now hereby agree to our terms and conditions.
2. Booking Procedure for a Class and Course
2.1. Classes are always subject to availability. At Kari van Eden Yoga, we will always do our best to accommodate you in your chosen class.
2.2. We do not take bookings over the phone. All reservations must be made via our website www.karivaneden.com or email: [email protected]. Office hours are Monday to Friday between 10.00 and 18.00.
2.3. Refund Policy (No Refund, Exchange Only). You assume the responsibility for your purchase, and no refunds will be issued. You may contact us within seven days from the purchase date if you wish to exchange your purchase for a product of equal or lesser value.
2.4. If you are booked onto a course, but miss a class or cancel with less than 24 hours' notice, you will be charged for it. We reserve the right to cancel any booking where payment is not received before the event.
2.5. Courses are sold in blocks. The Member or Client shall not transfer sessions to any other person or permit them to be used by anyone other than the Member or Client. Any assignment, transfer or disposal of courses is at the sole discretion of the Instructor and may only be permitted in exceptional circumstances. Class fees are nonrefundable.
2.6. Details of class and course dates and times may vary from time to time. Classes and courses will be published by Kari van Eden Yoga and will be available on our website.
2.7. When you are purchasing a course, you are paying for a class and not an instructor. Instructors are subject to change without notice.
2.8. Membership, class or course fees may be increased by Kari van Eden Yoga at any time.
2.9 Waiting list for classes – only available via email to Kari van Eden Yoga – first come first served.
2.1 One-To-One Sessions
2.1.1 If you are ever unable to attend please give us plenty of notice so that we can reschedule.
2.1.2 We require full payment for one to one classes in advance
2.1.3 If you cancel your one to one with less than 24 hours notice then you will lose your class credit
2.1.4 If you cancel up to 24 hours before the session then we can reschedule your class.
2.1.5 We cannot offer refunds for one to one classes.
2.2 Workshops & Courses
2.2.1 We cannot offer refunds for workshops, courses and events.
2.2.2 If you cancel within 28 days of the start of the course/workshop/event then we can offer you a transfer of credit to anything at Kari van Eden Yoga.
2.2.3 If Kari van Eden Yoga cancels a course/workshop you will be offered either a full refund or the option of being transferred to an alternative event.
2.2.4 We cannot offer refunds for missed sessions.
2.3 Retreats
2.3.1 A deposit (per person, per retreat) must be made to secure your booking.
2.3.2 Full payment must be made up to one month before the retreat begins. See each retreat page for full details.
2.3.3 Cancellation Policy
2.3.3.1 Deposits are non-refundable
2.3.3.2 If you cancel up to 3 months before the retreat start date, we will refund any payment you have made in excess of the deposit.
2.3.3.3 If you cancel within 3 months of the retreat start date, we are unable to give a refund for any payments.
2.3.3.4 All cancellations must be made in writing by emailing [email protected]. The date that we receive your email will be the date that we calculate your refund.
2.3.3.5 Unfortunately we cannot be responsible for refunding any other costs incurred, i.e. your travel. We also cannot offer you a refund once the retreat has begun.
2.3.4 Liability
2.3.4.1 All information on our website is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to press. However, due to circumstances beyond our control, some details of each retreat may differ to the description. We reserve the right to make any changes to our retreat programme at any time. We will always try to make alternative arrangements to the best of our ability, but if these are not taken up, we do not accept responsibility for any costs incurred, including travel. Kari van Eden Yoga will do our utmost to provide retreats which are safe and supportive to all guests. However, it is the responsibility of each guest to look after their own safety as Kari van Eden Yoga cannot be responsible for any injuries or illnesses which occur during, or after, our retreat. We also cannot be responsible for any delays you occur during your travel, any loss or damage to your items and luggage.
2.3.5 Travel Insurance
2.3.5.1 It is your responsibility to ensure you have full travel insurance for the retreat you are attending. We recommend you insure your journey and your luggage, and have insurance which covers any additional activities you may plan to undertake whilst on retreat.
3. Important Liability Statement
3.1. The information available on or through this site, and the Services supplied via or in connection with this site or at Kari van Eden Yoga, do not constitute medical advice. It is your responsibility to determine, through obtaining appropriate medical advice, that you are fit and well and that such contents and services are suitable for you. It is not our responsibility to do so. Before commencing any exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.
3.2. Members or Clients with low/high blood pressure and/or cardiac irregularities should not attend class until they have written permission from their doctor. If there is any doubt, the Member or Client should consult their doctor. Members or Clients must notify Kari van Eden Yoga of any circumstances affecting their health.
3.3. In consideration of Kari van Eden Yoga accepting a person as a Member or Client, the Member or Client agrees that:
- You are required to complete an online Health Questionnaire / Declaration ahead of your first yoga session to confirm that you are fit and able to practice. You should disclose information about any health issues as detailed on the declaration, including if you think you may be pregnant, undergoing fertility treatment or if you have recently experienced childbirth or miscarriage. Information supplied will be treated with the greatest confidentiality and respect. If you are unsure if yoga is appropriate for a specific health concern, please consult your GP or health professional.
- You undertake that you will cease any activity if it causes you pain or discomfort.
- Neither Kari van Eden Yoga nor its instructors or employees are responsible for any injuries suffered by the Member or Client caused whole or in part by the Members or Clients or Members or Clients failure to faithfully follow the instructions of the Instructor.
3.4. It is also vital that you supply us with correct information about yourself. We cannot be liable for any incorrect information provided by you to us. We try to make sure that all information contained on this website (and provided by us to you as part of any Services or Products) is correct, we do not accept any liability for any error or omission and exclude all liability for any action you (your legal representatives, heirs) may take or loss or injury you may suffer (direct or indirect including loss of pay, profit, opportunity or time, pain and suffering, any indirect, consequential or special loss, however arising) as a result of relying on any information on this web site or provided through any Service supplied by us to you.
3.5. In the event that the Member or Client shall suffer any loss or damage arising directly from the negligence or breach of contract or of statutory duty of Kari van Eden Yoga than other than in cases of death or personal injury Kari van Eden Yoga's liability, therefore, shall be limited in any event to the Maximum Liability in respect of the aggregate of all instances of such negligence and/or breach arising out of Kari van Eden Yoga's performance of its obligations under this agreement.
3.6. Notwithstanding any other provision contained within this Agreement Kari van Eden Yoga shall not be liable to the Member or Client or the Members or Clients Personnel for any:
- Indirect or consequential loss or damage.
- Economic loss including without limitation any loss of profits or goodwill or anticipated savings arising from any fault in the studio or any act or omission of Kari van Eden Yoga, its servants or agents in respect of this agreement.
3.7. Kari van Eden Yoga's liability under this agreement shall be to the exclusion of all other liability to the Member or Client whether contractual, tortuous or otherwise. All other conditions, warranties, stipulations or other statements whatsoever concerning the agreement, whether express or implied, by statute, at common law or otherwise howsoever, are hereby excluded.
3.8. The Member or Client accepts as reasonable that Kari van Eden Yoga's total liability in respect of the Booking and/or the Post Production Work shall be as set out in this agreement. In essence, in fixing those limits the Member or Client and Kari van Eden Yoga have had regards to the price and nature of the Booking and the Recording Work and the terms hereof, and the level of expenses expected to be incurred by the Member or Client in respect thereof and the resources available to each party including insurance cover, to meet any liability.
3.9. Where the booking is made by a consumer as defined in the sale of goods act 1979, the supply of goods and services act 1982, the sale and supply of goods act 1994 or the fair trading act 1973 the statutory rights of the Member or Client are not affected by these conditions.
4. Additional Terms and Conditions For Online Classes and Content
4.1. For our online and live-streaming classes, you will be practising at home without our being able to monitor or guide you directly. The following additional conditions apply to our classes delivered over the internet either as downloadable material or as live streaming content. If you use our content, you implicitly agree to the following additional terms and conditions. If you do not agree with these terms and conditions, you should not use the content.
4.2. The ease, experience and difficulties while performing yoga vary from individual to individual. You will discover your own pace and make the required adjustments while practising yoga. In case you experience any difficulty, you will pause, make necessary adjustments or skip lessons altogether as needed. You will listen to your body and take periodic rest as needed.
4.3. You understand that any exercise program, including yoga, involves an inherent risk of injury. You are aware that your voluntary practice of yoga may result in injury, and you accept that risk.
4.4. You understand that some yoga positions or other components of the online classes can be hazardous and have the potential to cause injury.
4.5. You understand that Kari van Eden, Michael Cordel, Kari van Eden Yoga, are not medical care providers, have no expertise in any aspect of detection, diagnosis or treatment of any medical conditions and are not capable of determining the risk of performing any type of exercise, including yoga, with any medical condition.
4.6. You understand that it is necessary to consult a physician, undergo a physical examination where needed and obtain consent to practice yoga in general, and the program you are planning to practice in particular. You agree that you have complied with the above and obtained permission or have voluntarily decided to go ahead with the program without consulting or obtaining consent from a physician.
4.7. If you decide to go ahead with the program or any activity associated with Kari van Eden, Michael Cordel, Kari van Eden Yoga, without consulting a physician or obtaining the necessary consent, you assume complete responsibility for your decision and any injury or other undesired consequence that may result from it.
4.8. You, your heirs and other legal representatives do hereby hold harmless and forever release Kari van Eden, Michael Cordel, Kari van Eden Yoga, their employees and their service providers from all responsibility and liability arising out of any accident, injury, an illness now or in the future as a result of your use of their online classes, videos or other content. This includes, but is not limited to liability arising out of medical costs, legal fees and any consequent losses.
5. Membership Subscription Fees
5.1. Kari van Eden Yoga offers membership subscription-based access to its online classes that can be viewed for a limited period. Kari van Eden Yoga reserves the right to cancel, interrupt, or reschedule any Kari van Eden Yoga Content, Class, or Online Course. Subject to your payment of any applicable fees (including applicable taxes) and your compliance with all of the other terms Kari van Eden Yoga specifies for the Service, Kari van Eden Yoga grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, limited right and license, so long as the Online Classes are available on the Service, to access, view, use, and display Online Classes for non-commercial, private use.
6. Membership Subscription to Online Classes
6.1. Billing for Membership to Online Classes. Memberships, which provide you with access to Classes, are charged on a periodic basis as specified at the time of purchase (e.g., monthly, quarterly, or yearly). Memberships do not include access to Online Courses. Your Membership subscription will continue in effect on a recurring basis corresponding to the term of your subscription unless and until you cancel your subscription or the account or the Service is otherwise suspended or discontinued pursuant to this agreement. If membership is cancelled or terminated before the end of the applicable billing cycle, Kari van Eden Yoga will not reimburse the Member for the remainder of that paid month. Members may cancel their membership at any time. Membership must cancel seven days before the renewal date in order to avoid additional membership charges. At times, special prepaid membership packages will be available for purchase at varying lengths of time as specified at the time of purchase. Prepaid memberships will be recurring and will renew automatically on the expiry date.
6.2. Pricing for Membership Subscriptions. When you purchase a membership subscription, you will initially be charged at the rate applicable at the time of your agreement to subscribe. If Kari van Eden Yoga later increases the price of the subscription, Kari van Eden Yoga will notify you via email. The increase will apply to the next payment due from you after the notice, provided that you have been given at least ten days' prior notice before the charge is made. If you are given less than ten days' prior notice, the price increase will not apply until the payment after the next payment due.
6.3. Free Trial. We require that you provide a valid credit or debit card ("Payment Source ") at the time you register for a free trial to ensure that you have continued access to your membership after the expiration of the free trial period. Kari van Eden Yoga will not bill your account until the Free Trial has expired and provided that you have not cancelled your account during the Free Trial period. You may only use a Free Trial once. Kari van Eden Yoga reserves the right to terminate any account that is using or trying to use more than one Free Trial. Because the Kari van Eden Yoga service is offered in multiple time zones, for consistency, a "day "for purposes of this agreement begins at midnight Greenwich Mean Time and ends at 11:59 pm, Greenwich Mean Time of that same calendar day. It is very important to understand that you will not receive a notice from Kari van Eden Yoga that your Free Trial has ended and that payment for your subscription is due. If you wish to avoid charges to your payment method, you must cancel your subscription before midnight Greenwich Mean Time on the last day of your Free Trial period.
6.4. No Sharing of Membership Subscriptions. Members of Kari van Eden Yoga may not share, give or sell their password or username to any other person or entity. Kari van Eden Yoga will construe excessive viewings or logins by any Member as fraudulent use of the Service, which will result in the immediate cancellation of membership without refund. When becoming a Member, you agree to take all actions possible to protect your username and password from fraudulent use. Kari van Eden Yoga reserves the right to cancel any membership it believes has been compromised or is being used fraudulently, at its discretion.
6.1 Internet E-Mail
6.1.1 Any unprotected E-Mail communication over the Internet is, as with communication via any other medium (e.g. cellular phones, post office mail), not confidential, subject to possible interception or loss, and is also subject to possible alteration.
7. Third-Party Links
7.1. The website may contain links to third-party websites or resources for your convenience. We may serve as an affiliate for some of these third party websites by offering or advertising their products or services on the website; however, we do not own or control these third-party websites. Once you click on a third party link and leave this website, you are no longer bound by our terms and conditions.
7.2. You agree that we are not responsible or liable for the accuracy, content or any information presented on these third party websites. You assume all risks for using these third party websites or resources and any transactions between you and these third party websites are strictly between you and the third party. We shall not be liable for any damages resulting from your use of these third-party websites or resources.
8. Force Majeure
8.1. Notwithstanding any other term of this Agreement Kari van Eden Yoga shall not be under any liability for any failure to perform any of its obligations under this agreement due to Force Majeure. Following notification by Kari van Eden Yoga to the Member or Client of such cause, Kari van Eden Yoga shall be allowed a reasonable extension of time for the performance of its obligations. For the purpose of this Condition, 'Force Majeure' means:
- Act of God, explosion, flood, tempest, fire or accident.
- War or threat of war, sabotage, insurrection, civil disturbance or requisition.
- Acts, restrictions, regulations, bylaws, prohibitions or measures of any kind on the part of any governmental, parliamentary or local authority import or export regulations or embargoes.
- Strikes, lockouts or other industrial actions or trade disputes (whether involving employees of Kari van Eden Yoga or a third party).
- Difficulties in obtaining raw materials, labour, fuel, parts or machinery.
- Power failure or breakdown in machinery.
9. Miscellaneous
9.1. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties, and neither party shall be bound by any other statement or representation made to the other.
9.2. No variation or amendment to this agreement shall be effective unless made in writing and signed by the parties hereto.
9.3. In the event that any part of this agreement shall be held to be void, voidable or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, then the balance thereof shall remain in full force and effect.
9.4. This agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales and subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts
9.5. By making a booking via the internet, the Member or Client agrees to and is bound by the terms and conditions of this agreement.
10. General
10.1. Kari van Eden Yoga may change these terms and conditions from time to time. By browsing the site, you are accepting that you are bound by the current terms and conditions. You should check these each time you revisit the website. These terms and conditions form the entire understanding of the parties and supersede all previous agreements, understandings and representations relating to the subject matter.
10.2. These terms and conditions shall be governed and interpreted in accordance with English law, and you consent to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
11. Payment for Products & Services
11.1 All Credit Cards will be processed in Pounds Stirling at the time of payment. Kari van Eden Yoga is not responsible for any fees, charges, exchange rates or additional charges levied by individual financial institutions or Credit Card companies.
12. Photographs
12.1 We will occasionally take photographs during sessions; please let us know if you do not want us to share images of you on our website or social media pages. (Any pictures containing your image will be cropped or edited.) Images may be used for marketing purposes and remain the property of Kari van Eden Yoga.
13. Enquiries or Complaints
13.1. If you have any queries or complaints email [email protected]