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Ahimsa Studios | Terms & Conditions

These Terms and Conditions (“Agreement”) govern the purchase and use of memberships, class packages, private sessions, workshops, teacher trainings, and other services offered by Ahimsa Studios, LLC, doing business as Ahimsa Yoga & Pilates Studio (“Studio”), located in Seattle, Washington.

By purchasing, registering for, or participating in any Studio offering, you (“Client”) acknowledge and agree to the following terms.

Memberships & Payments

Ahimsa Studios offers a variety of membership options, class packages, and services. Benefits, pricing, expiration dates, and applicable restrictions are outlined at the time of purchase.

  • Membership fees are non-refundable unless otherwise expressly stated or required by applicable law.

  • Memberships are issued to individual clients and are non-transferable.

  • Recurring memberships are automatically billed according to the selected payment schedule.

  • Clients are responsible for maintaining accurate and current payment information.

  • Membership benefits, including discounts, guest passes, and other privileges, are subject to the terms of the applicable membership and may not be exchanged for cash or transferred unless expressly permitted by the Studio.

  • Promotional pricing, discounts, and special offers may be subject to additional restrictions, including minimum commitments and expiration dates.

Membership Cancellation & Suspension

Clients may cancel recurring memberships by providing written notice to membership@ahimsaseattle.com at least ten (10) days before their next scheduled billing date, subject to any minimum membership commitment disclosed at purchase.

  • Cancellation requests received fewer than ten (10) days before the next billing date may not take effect until the following billing cycle.

  • Cancellation does not relieve the Client of payment obligations associated with an agreed minimum membership term.

  • Membership suspension or temporary holds may be granted for travel, injury, medical circumstances, or other qualifying reasons at the Studio's discretion.

  • Membership holds must be approved in advance and do not automatically extend or eliminate existing payment obligations.

  • No refunds or prorated credits will be issued for unused membership periods except as required by law.

Class Packages, Credits & Transfers

All class packages, individual class credits, and promotional class credits are non-transferable and may only be used by the original purchaser or designated recipient at the time of purchase.

  • Class credits cannot be shared, transferred, resold, exchanged for cash, or applied to another person's account.

  • Class packages and credits are subject to the expiration dates disclosed at purchase.

  • Unused or expired credits are non-refundable, except as required by applicable law.

  • Class credits may not be exchanged for memberships, workshops, teacher trainings, private sessions, or other services without prior written approval from the Studio.

  • Any exceptions or extensions are granted solely at the Studio's discretion, subject to applicable law.

Workshops, Events & Teacher Trainings

Registration for workshops, specialty events, immersions, and teacher training programs may require advance payment or a deposit to reserve a participant's place.

All deposits paid toward workshops, immersions, and teacher training programs are non-refundable.

  • Deposits secure a participant's enrollment and are applied toward the total purchase price.

  • If a participant cancels, withdraws, or is unable to attend, the deposit will not be refunded, regardless of the reason for cancellation, except as required by law.

  • Any remaining tuition or payment obligations are governed by the terms disclosed at enrollment, including any applicable payment plan.

  • Payments made beyond the initial deposit may be subject to separate cancellation and refund provisions established for the specific offering.

  • Registration fees, deposits, and tuition are non-transferable unless the Studio expressly approves a transfer in writing.

  • Failure to attend or complete a training, workshop, or event does not automatically entitle the participant to a refund or credit.

  • The Studio reserves the right to modify dates, schedules, instructors, curriculum, or program details when reasonably necessary.

  • If the Studio cancels an offering, participants will be notified of available rescheduling or refund options, consistent with applicable law.

Any exceptions, including the application of deposits toward future trainings or scholarship opportunities, must be expressly approved in writing by Ahimsa Studios.

Private Sessions

Private Yoga, Pilates, and wellness sessions are subject to the scheduling, cancellation, and payment terms communicated at the time of booking.

  • Private sessions must be scheduled in advance and are subject to instructor availability.

  • Late cancellations and missed appointments may result in forfeiture of the session or applicable cancellation fees.

  • Private session packages are non-transferable unless expressly approved in writing.

  • Unused sessions are subject to applicable expiration dates and refund policies disclosed at purchase.

Class Reservations & Attendance

To maintain an accessible and respectful experience for all participants, advance registration is encouraged and may be required for classes with limited capacity.

  • Clients are responsible for canceling reservations within the Studio's published cancellation window.

  • Late cancellations or failure to attend a reserved class may result in a cancellation fee or forfeiture of a class credit.

  • Class availability is not guaranteed and may vary according to instructor schedules, capacity, and other operational considerations.

  • The Studio reserves the right to establish reasonable reservation limits and waitlist procedures.

Studio Etiquette & Conduct

Ahimsa Studios is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for all members of our community.

All participants are expected to:

  • Treat teachers, staff, and fellow students with kindness and respect.

  • Arrive on time and observe Studio check-in procedures.

  • Respect the quiet, mindful nature of the practice space.

  • Use equipment and props responsibly and clean shared equipment after use.

  • Follow instructor guidance and applicable safety procedures.

  • Refrain from behavior that is disruptive, discriminatory, threatening, or unsafe.

The Studio reserves the right to refuse participation, suspend access, or terminate memberships for conduct that compromises the safety or well-being of others, subject to applicable law.

Health & Safety

Participation in Yoga, Pilates, movement classes, workshops, and wellness services involves inherent physical risks.

Clients are responsible for assessing their ability to participate safely and are encouraged to consult a qualified healthcare professional when appropriate.

  • Participants should inform instructors of relevant injuries, physical limitations, or medical considerations that may affect their practice.

  • Participants are encouraged to modify or discontinue activities that cause pain or discomfort.

  • Instructors may offer modifications and alternatives, but participation remains voluntary.

  • The Studio does not provide medical diagnosis or treatment unless expressly identified as part of a service provided by an appropriately licensed professional.

Nothing in these Terms limits liability that cannot lawfully be excluded under Washington law.

Liability Waiver

All participants must review and agree to the Studio's separate Waiver and Release of Liability before participating in Studio activities.

The Waiver and Release of Liability is incorporated into these Terms by reference, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Photography & Media

Photographs or videos may occasionally be taken during classes, workshops, trainings, or community events for Studio communications and promotional purposes.

Ahimsa Studios respects the privacy and personal preferences of its community. Identifiable promotional use of a participant's image will be subject to any applicable consent requirements.

Participants who do not wish to appear in photographs or recordings may notify the Studio at hello@ahimsaseattle.com.

Studio Closures & Schedule Changes

Ahimsa Studios reserves the right to modify class schedules, substitute instructors, cancel individual offerings, or temporarily close for holidays, maintenance, special events, emergencies, or circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

  • Routine schedule changes and temporary closures do not automatically entitle clients to refunds or membership extensions.

  • For closures exceeding seven (7) consecutive days, the Studio will review appropriate membership adjustments, credits, or extensions.

  • Canceled workshops, trainings, and private sessions will be addressed under their applicable cancellation terms and relevant consumer protection laws.

Intellectual Property

All content, branding, materials, and resources provided by Ahimsa Studios, including website content, logos, photographs, videos, written materials, training manuals, course content, and educational resources, are the property of Ahimsa Studios, LLC or its respective licensors and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

Clients receive a limited, personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use materials provided in connection with their participation in Studio offerings.

Materials may not be reproduced, distributed, sold, published, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission from the Studio, except as otherwise permitted by law.

Changes to Terms & Conditions

Ahimsa Studios reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions periodically to reflect changes in operations, services, or applicable legal requirements.

Material changes affecting existing memberships or payment obligations will be communicated as required by applicable law. Updated terms will be made available through the Studio's website.

Changes will not retroactively alter previously agreed financial obligations unless permitted by law.

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Washington.

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to applicable Washington law and the jurisdiction of courts of competent authority, subject to applicable consumer protection requirements.

Acknowledgment & Agreement

By purchasing a membership, class package, workshop, event, private session, or teacher training, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions, including the non-refundable deposit and non-transferable class credit policies.

For questions regarding these Terms, please contact:
Ahimsa Studios, LLC
Seattle, Washington
hello@ahimsaseattle.com
www.ahimsaseattle.com