Participation Waiver

Pomsoul classes are gentle, and they are still physical movement. This waiver sets out, in plain language, what you agree to when you take part. Please read it before your first class. It applies to every Pomsoul class, workshop and event you attend, online or in person, until a newer version replaces it.

Voluntary participation

I am choosing to take part in Qigong classes and related activities offered by Pomsoul Wellness ("Pomsoul") of my own free will. I understand that I may rest, adapt any movement, or stop at any time, and that I am always the best judge of my own limits.

Wellness, not medical care

I understand that Pomsoul classes are wellness and movement instruction. They are not medical care, physiotherapy, or mental health treatment, and nothing said in class is medical advice. Stephanie Colwell is not my healthcare provider.

Talk with your doctor first

I confirm that I am physically able to take part. If I have a medical condition, an injury, or any concern about whether this practice suits me (including pregnancy, a heart condition, or recent surgery), I will consult a physician or qualified health professional before participating.

Assumption of risk

I understand that any physical activity carries some risk of injury, including muscle strain, aggravation of existing conditions, and slips or falls. For online classes, I am responsible for making sure my own practice space is safe, clear, and suitable for movement. I knowingly accept these risks as my own.

Release of liability

In consideration of being permitted to participate, I release and forever discharge Pomsoul Wellness, Stephanie Colwell, and their respective instructors, contractors, volunteers, and venue providers from all claims, demands, and causes of action arising out of or related to my participation, including claims based on ordinary negligence, to the fullest extent permitted by the laws of Ontario. Nothing in this release excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.

Recording and media

I understand that live online classes may be recorded so that members can practise with the recordings later. Recordings focus on the instructor; if my camera is on, my name or image may be incidentally visible. I may keep my camera off at any time. My image will not be used in Pomsoul marketing without my separate, explicit permission.

My personal information

The name, email address, and acceptance date I provide with this waiver are collected so Pomsoul can keep an accurate record of who has accepted it, consistent with Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA). This information is used for no other purpose and is handled as described in the Pomsoul privacy policy.

Agreement

By accepting this waiver, I confirm that I have read and understood it, that I am at least 18 years old (or a parent or guardian accepting on behalf of a participant under 18), and that it is binding on me, my heirs, and my representatives.