Disclaimer Of Breathe Less Yoga

BREATHE LESS Yoga & Fitness Studio

WAIVER, RELEASE OF LIABILITY & BREATHING POLICY

(Crestone, Colorado & Online Participation)

This Agreement is entered into by the undersigned Participant in consideration of being permitted to participate in classes, workshops, events, private sessions, and online offerings provided by Breathe Less Studio (Buteyko Breathing Center, LLC).

By signing below, I acknowledge and agree to the following:

1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK

I understand that yoga, fitness training, breathwork, heat exposure, humidity, and related practices involve physical movement and controlled breathing techniques that carry inherent risks, including but not limited to muscle strain, injury, dizziness, lightheadedness, breathing difficulties, cardiovascular stress, aggravation of pre-existing conditions, heat-related illness, or other physical or mental discomfort. These risks may be increased due to the high altitude at which Crestone, Colorado is located.

I voluntarily and knowingly assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries, damages, or losses that may occur as a result of my participation, whether in person or online.

2. RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by law, I hereby release, waive, and hold harmless Breathe Less Studio (Buteyko Breathing Center, LLC), its property owners, landlords, instructors, facilitators, contractors, volunteers, agents, and representatives from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, damages, or expenses arising out of or related to participation in studio or online activities.

All participation is entirely at my own risk.

3. TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS

I understand that teachers and facilitators may not be formally licensed or certified in every modality offered. Instructors are selected based on experience, training, and alignment with the studio’s principles. Participation is voluntary and based on my own independent judgment.

4. BREATHING POLICY & HEALTH RESPONSIBILITY

The core principle of Breathe Less Studio emphasizes minimizing hyperventilation, which often manifests through mouth breathing and loud, forceful, or heavy breathing patterns and may negatively impact health — particularly at high altitude.

Participants are expected to maintain nasal, quiet, and calm breathing during all studio activities and events. I understand that I am solely responsible for monitoring my breathing, physical condition, and overall well-being during participation.

I further understand that if I experience dizziness, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, chest pain, nausea, confusion, excessive fatigue, or any unusual symptoms, I must immediately stop the activity and notify the instructor (if participating in person) or discontinue participation (if online). I acknowledge that continuing despite such symptoms may increase the risk of injury or serious health consequences, especially at high altitude.

5. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER

Breathe Less Studio does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. I represent that I am physically and mentally fit to participate and will consult a qualified healthcare provider if I have any medical concerns.

6. ONLINE PARTICIPATION

For online classes or remote participation, I acknowledge that I am solely responsible for ensuring a safe environment and assume all risks associated with participation outside the physical studio location.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF UNDERSTANDING

I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, AND VOLUNTARILY AGREE TO BE LEGALLY BOUND BY IT.

Participant Name (Print): _______________________________________

Participant Signature: ___________________________________________

Participant’s Phone number: ___________________________________________

Date: _______________________

Emergency Contact Name & Phone: __________________________________