Yoga Teacher Training Agreement

Please read the following :

Cancellation Policy

Because of application process and preparation required for each student in teacher training programs, deposits are non-refundable.  If you cancel your deposit will be applied to your account for future use of classes and workshops.  If you withdraw from the program after the start date, there will be no refund of any tuition paid. You may, however, apply your tuition balance to a future program, workshops, or classes.  Unused teacher training tuition is non-transferrable and expires at the conclusion of the teacher training program for which you were originally enrolled.

Attendance Policy

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THE ATTENDANCE POLICY.

Full attendance in the program is required for Yoga Alliance certification. Missing any weekend will significantly impact the training and learning process.  If an emergency occurs and there is missed time, hours can be made up, however a discounted private rate of $50 per hour will apply.  You will be required to pay the private hourly rate to make up the content and contact hours. If you miss a weekend due to a non-emergency, we will encourage you to drop out of the program and re-enroll in another future program or you will graduate with a certificate reflecting the number of hours you completed.  We cannot offer make up sessions for ‘non-emergency’ absences. Remember that Yoga Alliance will not certify you until you have completed the full requirements of each program.

Code of Ethics and Agreement

The following is an integration of the code of ethics from Yoga Alliance and Yoga Pointe, Inc:

Yoga Alliance code of conduct is a declaration of acceptable ethical and professional behavior by which all registrants agree to conduct the teaching and business of yoga. It is not intended to supersede the ethics of any school or tradition but is intended to be a basis for yoga principles. As a RYT®, E-RYT or representative of a RYS®, I agree to uphold the following ethical principles:

  • Conduct myself in a professional and conscientious manner.

  • Acknowledge the limitations of my skills and scope of practice and where appropriate, refer students to seek alternative instruction, advice, treatment or direction.

  • Create and maintain a safe, clean and comfortable environment for the practice of yoga.

  • Encourage diversity by respecting all students regardless of age, physical limitations, race, creed, gender, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation.

  • Respect the rights, dignity and privacy of all students.

  • Avoid words and actions that constitute sexual harassment.

  • Adhere to the traditional yoga principles as written in the Yamas and Niyamas.

  • Follow all local government and national laws that pertain to my yoga teaching and business.

Yoga Pointe, Inc code of ethics/conduct:

  • It is our responsibility to uphold and foster a safe and sacred environment in which to allow the transformation work of mind, body, and spirit.  It is essential that anyone teaching yoga have a high degree of personal integrity and maintain clear boundaries in the role of serving the students.

  • As yoga professionals/teachers, we must remain aware of this power dynamic and never exploit the vulnerability of a student for personal gain or gratification.

  • I understand that the purpose of the ethics and this agreement is to protect the environment of sanctuary for the students and to support the clarity, consciousness and self-responsibility of individuals. I agree that my purpose as a yoga teacher is to serve the students' personal exploration.  I agree that I will avoid any activity or influence that is in conflict with the best interests of the students or is solely for my own personal gain or gratification.

I have read and understand the terms and conditions as outlined in this document, and agree to be bound by these conditions.

I understand that I must meet the above criteria to in order receive certification.  I agree to honor this code of ethics and conduct.

I have reviewed the program philosophy, requirements, and weekend dates of training on www.yogapointe.com website and am fully informed of this information.