Privacy Policy & Risk Waiver

Privacy Policy & Risk Waiver

For Yogaanand (www.yogaanand.in)
Effective Date: 12 November 2025

1. Introduction

Yogaanand (hereafter “we”, “us”, “Studio”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store and otherwise manage your personal information through our website (www.yogaanand.in), mobile and online class platforms, and in-person classes (together, the “Services”). This document also sets out important risk-disclosure terms that apply when you participate in our yoga classes, and the requirement for medical history disclosure.

By using our Services, you agree to this combined Privacy Policy & Risk Waiver. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

2. Definitions

• Personal Data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.
• Processing means collection, recording, organisation, structuring, storage, alteration, retrieval, use, disclosure, erasure or destruction of Personal Data.
• Medical History means your self-disclosed past or present medical conditions, injuries, surgeries, medications, physical limitations, or any other health-related information relevant to your participation in yoga classes.
• Classes refers to any in-studio, online, group or private yoga instruction provided by the Studio.

3. What Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide

• Name, contact information (email, phone, address) when you register for classes or newsletters.
• Medical History and health-related disclosures you provide as part of our class enrolment / waiver form.
• Payment information (credit/debit card or bank transfer details) when you purchase Services — note: payment details are handled via our payment service provider and we do not retain full card numbers.
• Communications you send to us (emails, contact-form submissions, feedback).
• Usernames, passwords, and login credentials when you register for online services.

3.2 Information We Collect Automatically

• Website usage data: IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, time and duration, click-throughs, and referral source.
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies to personalise your experience, remember preferences, analyse usage and for marketing/analytics.
• Online class logs: login times, class join/leave times, and any chat or comments you post (if applicable).

3.3 Information From Third Parties

• Information from third-party sources such as social login providers, payment service providers, or publicly available sources to supplement contact or demographic data.
• Aggregated or anonymised data received from advertising or analytics partners.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your Personal Data for the following purposes:

• To provide you with class enrolment, scheduling, payment processing, account management and customer support.
• To verify your Medical History disclosure and assess your suitability for classes, including assessing risks and ensuring appropriate instructor modifications.
• To monitor attendance, send reminders, class updates and communications.
• To personalise and improve our website and Services (e.g., recommending classes, tailoring content).
• To comply with legal/regulatory obligations (e.g., tax, accounting, safety).
• For marketing and communications (with your consent where required): newsletters, promotional offers, event notifications. You may opt-out at any time.
• For analytics, website performance monitoring and security: detecting fraud, abuse, unauthorised access, safeguarding our systems.

5. Disclosure of Your Information

We may disclose your data:

• To our employees, instructors, class-administration staff who need access to fulfil the Services.
• To third-party service providers: payment processors, website hosting, analytics providers, email platforms, booking systems — who process data on our behalf and are bound by confidentiality.
• To regulatory or governmental authorities if required by law or to protect our rights (e.g., in case of a legal claim, investigation or to respond to a court order).
• In the event of a sale, merger or change of control of the Studio, your data may be transferred to the new entity (you will be notified).

We will not sell your personal data to third parties for their independent marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

6. Storage & Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your Personal Data against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorised disclosure or access. This includes encrypted storage, access controls, regular security reviews and secure backups.

However, no data transmission over the Internet or storage system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. You accept some residual risk by submitting information.

We retain your Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes set out here, or as required by law (e.g., tax retention, accounting). After that it is deleted or anonymised.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., web beacons, local storage) to improve website functionality, remember user preferences, analyse usage patterns and support targeted advertising (if applicable).

You may set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Our cookies may be first-party (set by us) or third-party (set by e.g. analytics or advertising networks). We recommend reviewing the cookie policy specifically on our website if any.

8. Your Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the following rights:

• Access: to request a copy of your Personal Data that we hold.
• Correction: to request rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: to request erasure of your Personal Data (subject to legal or contractual restrictions).
• Restriction: to ask that we restrict processing of your data in certain circumstances.
• Objection: to object to processing (e.g., for direct marketing).
• Data portability: to request your structured, machine-readable data be transferred to another controller (where applicable).
• Withdraw consent: when processing is based on consent, you may withdraw at any time (this will not affect processing done before withdrawal).

To exercise these rights, please contact us via **Section 13 (Contact Details)** below. We will respond within the timeline required by applicable law.

We may ask you to verify your identity before implementing your request. If you believe we have not complied with applicable data protection laws you may lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority.

9. Children’s Data

Our Services are aimed at **adults (18+)**. If you are under 18, please request your parent or guardian to provide consent and use our Services under their supervision. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children under 13 without parental consent. If we become aware we have inadvertently collected such data, we will take steps to delete it.

10. International Transfers

If you access our Services from outside India, your data may be transferred to, stored or processed in servers located in **India and/or other countries**. By submitting your Personal Data, you consent to such cross-border transfer, storage and processing. We will take steps to ensure an adequate level of protection in line with applicable law.

11. Links to Other Sites

Our website may contain links to other websites or third-party services that are not operated or controlled by us. **We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.** We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any other site you visit.

12. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy & Risk Waiver from time to time. When we do, we will revise the **“Effective Date”** above and post the updated version on our website. Continued use of our Services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

13. Contact Details

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy & Risk Waiver, or wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact:
Yogaanand
Plot no. 890, Jivaba Nana Park, Lane no. 9,
Kolhapur, MS, India PIN 416011
Email: patilpn@gmail.com
Phone: +91 8806509036

14. Risk Disclosure – Yoga Practice

To protect both you (the Participant) and the Studio, and to clarify responsibilities, please note the following:

14.1 Nature of Yoga Practice

• Yoga involves physical postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), meditation, relaxation and sometimes hands-on adjustments or use of props.
• While yoga offers many health benefits, it also carries **risks** if not practiced properly, especially for individuals with certain medical conditions, injuries, or who are pregnant, post-surgery or under medical care.
• By participating, you acknowledge that yoga may present **risk of injury or aggravation of existing conditions** if the postures, breathing or movement are not performed correctly, or if adequate supervision and attention is not maintained.
• You agree that you will exercise due care, listen to your body, follow instructor guidance, and promptly inform your instructor of any discomfort, pain or unusual symptoms.

14.2 Medical Disclosure & Assessment

• Prior to participation in any class, you are required to **complete a Health/Medical History Form honestly and in full**, disclosing all pertinent issues (past surgeries, injuries, chronic illness, medication, pregnancy, high/low blood pressure, heart conditions, joint problems, etc.).
• You represent and warrant that (i) you are in suitable physical and mental condition to participate in the class, (ii) you have consulted your medical practitioner if required, and (iii) you will **not hold the Studio responsible** for any injury, death, loss or damage whatsoever if you failed to disclose relevant medical history or if you push yourself beyond your capability.
• We **reserve the right to refuse or limit your participation** if we in our professional judgment believe it is unsafe for you to proceed without further medical clearance.

14.3 Assumption of Risk & Release

• You **accept all responsibility and risk** for your participation in Classes. You assume full responsibility for any injury, death, damage or loss that you may suffer or cause (including to property) arising from your participation.
• To the fullest extent permitted by law, you **release, waive, discharge and hold harmless** the Studio, its owner(s), instructors, employees, agents and affiliates from any liability, claims, demands, causes of action, or damages arising out of or related to your participation in Classes, whether caused by the negligence of the Studio or otherwise.
• This release includes, but is not limited to, claims for personal injury, property damage or wrongful death.
• You agree that this section of the policy **survives your participation** and continues indefinitely.

14.4 Instructor Guidance & Limitations

• Our instructors will provide guidance and supervision appropriate to the class level and their qualification, but you understand that **instructor guidance cannot guarantee complete avoidance of injury**.
• You agree to follow the instructor’s directions and **notify them immediately** if you feel unwell, faint, dizzy or unable to continue safely.
• If you are pregnant, have recently given birth, have a serious medical condition, or are recuperating from surgery or injury, you must inform the Studio and your instructor before the class. In many such cases we may require a **medical clearance certificate** from your doctor.

14.5 Use of Props, Equipment & Photographs/Video

• You understand that use of mats, props, blocks, straps or other equipment involves some risk, and you agree to **use them responsibly** and follow instructor guidance.
• You **consent to photographs or video recordings** of classes for the Studio’s promotional, monitoring or educational use. If you do not wish to be captured or used, you must notify us in writing in advance.

14.6 Indemnity

You agree to **indemnify and hold harmless** the Studio, its owner(s), instructors, employees, agents and affiliates from any loss, liability, claim, damage or cost (including legal fees) they may incur due to your negligence, breach of this policy, your failure to disclose medical history, or your violation of class instructions or rules.

14.7 Termination of Participation

• The Studio **reserves the right to decline or terminate your participation** in any class at its sole discretion (for example, if you fail to disclose required medical history, behave inappropriately, pose a safety risk, or ignore instructor guidance).
• If participation is terminated for safety reasons, **no refund or compensation is automatically guaranteed** (unless otherwise stated in the Studio’s class terms).

14.8 No Medical or Therapeutic Warranty

• The Studio’s classes, instructor comments, website materials, videos or communications are for general wellness, fitness and educational purposes only, and **do not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment** of any condition.
• You should seek professional medical advice if you have or suspect you have a medical condition. The Studio **does not warrant** that classes will prevent injury, improve health or provide therapeutic results.

14.9 Intellectual Property & Class Materials

• All class materials (written, audio, video), website content, logos, trademarks are **owned by the Studio** or its licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, publicly display or create derivative works without written permission.
• Use of any materials is at your own risk; the Studio is **not responsible** for your misuse of class videos or recorded content outside the supervised class environment.

15. Miscellaneous

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This Policy & Waiver shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of **India** and the courts of **[City/State]** shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

Severability

If any provision hereof is held **invalid or unenforceable**, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

This Policy & Waiver constitutes the **entire agreement** between you and the Studio regarding privacy and risk matters in connection with our Services, and supersedes any prior agreements or communications.

Assignment

The Studio may **assign its rights or obligations** under this policy, and you may not transfer or assign your rights hereunder without our prior written consent.

16. Additional Suggestions (Optional)

By continuing to use the Services of Yogaanand, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy & Risk Waiver.

16. Items You May Have Missed (Suggestions)

Here are some additional items you may wish to include or customise further:

• A specific Cookie Policy or detailed list of third-party tracking tools (Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, etc.) and your opt-out links.
• A Data Retention Schedule: how long you keep different categories of data (registration data, medical forms, video recordings, payment records).
• Details about Data Breach Notification: your process if a data breach occurs (e.g., you will notify affected individuals and the relevant authority within X days).
• Clarification of Use of Video/Online Class Recordings: If you record live classes, how those recordings will be used, stored, who can access them, for how long.
• Terms for Refunds / Cancellations in the class participation section (though that may be separate from the privacy/risk policy).
• A separate Children/Minor Participation Clause , if you allow minors (under 18) to join classes — including parental consent, additional disclosures.
• A clause on Third-Party Links, Social Media & Embedded Content , e.g., if you embed YouTube videos or link to other sites, disclaimers about external privacy practices.