Sandvi Studio Membership

Why You’re Reading This Document
The purpose of this release and waiver (the “Waiver”) is to openly communicate the risks of practicing Pilates and fitness together, either in person or online, and have you release Sandvi Studio and Sabrina Berry of any liability. Please be aware that if you do not sign this Waiver and agree to its terms, we will not let you participate in our classes.

If you are under Age of Majority in North Carolina (18 years old), your legal guardian must also sign this Waiver on your behalf.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY, UNDERSTAND FULLY, AND ASK QUESTIONS IF ANYTHING IS UNCLEAR. WE ARE HERE TO SUPPORT YOU. MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND THIS WAIVER. BY SIGNING THIS YOU AGREE YOU ARE SIGNING AWAY YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ALL THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT.

1. Parties. We will refer to Sandvi Studio, LLC registered in the State of North Carolina, as “Sandvi Studio”, “us” or “we” or “our”, and we’ll refer to you, the undersigned (electronically or by hand) or person who has clicked “I Agree” to this Waiver, as “you” or “your”.

2. The Activities. You may participate, in person or online, in Pilates, fitness and self care classes, sessions, programs, workshops and more with Sandvi Studio. We offer various levels of strengthening and graceful Pilates, including Pilates Mat and Pilates Apparatus, Barre (classical and exercise), self-care activity and more, all of which may involve but are not limited to the following (“Activities”):

2.1. Flexibility in the form of Pilates positions, body weight exercises, use of Pilates equipment for stretching and resistance exercises, strength and fitness training in the form of classical and exercise Barre, core exercises, high intensity exercises, flexibility training, body weight exercises, mobility and locomotor movements, stretching and resistance exercises, fascial work, stretching, meditation and simple breath work. The constant in all of these classes is that the Activities involve moving in full ranges of motion, strength and postural training. The Activities may involve receiving adjustments from instructors, so please advise in advance if you do not want adjustments.

2.2. The Activities also apply to any classes made available for online streaming and participation or that take place outside of Sandvi Studio’s facilities, including outdoors. As these classes happen outside of Sandvi Studio’s facilities, we need you to acknowledge that you are responsible for the safe facilitation of the Activities.

3. Equipment. In the course of the Activities, you will use a variety of equipment, which may include but is not limited to: straps, mats, reformer, chair, tower, rings, resistance bands, cadillac, barrels, Gyrotonic pulley towers, Gyrotonic ladder, dumbbells, foam rollers, massage balls, a ballet barre, stage props, resistance bands, foam rollers, massage balls, ankle weights, and suspension bands (the “Equipment”). Please do not use any equipment not instructed by us.

4. Inherent Risks. You understand that participating in the Activities poses inherent risks, some more obvious/serious than others. These risks can result in serious harm and injuries that could change your quality of life and, in very rare and extreme circumstances, may even result in death.

4.1. Injuries include but are not limited to things like muscle tears, strains and other musculoskeletal injuries, sprains, broken bones, cardiovascular complications, high blood pressure, dehydration, dizziness and fainting.

4.2. Exposure to and contraction of COVID-19 or other communicable diseases passed on via other participants and use of shared space, surfaces, or Equipment.

4.3. There are additional risks posed by participating in the Activities online, as there is no in-person supervision or space provided for you, and you will therefore need to ensure the safety of the Activities, using your judgment how to best practice them, not pushing yourself too far or attempting anything you feel unsure how to perform.

4.4. There may be other reasonable risks posed for Activities performed outdoors, such as tripping or collision with human or natural elements, sun exposure and risk of dehydration, insects, exposure to infections, diseases, pollutants as well as other environmental factors. You understand and agree that is your responsibility to ensure a safe space and environment to perform the Activities.

4.5. If you are pregnant or recently gave birth, there are additional risks to your body and to the health of your fetus, including but not limited to miscarriage, low birth weight, or early delivery.

5. Affirmation of Health. By participating in any Activities at Sandvi Studio, you affirm that you have sought medical advice regarding your fitness or are certain of your ability to practice advanced level Pilates, Barre and fitness. If you have any pre-existing medical conditions (e.g. asthma, diabetes, heart disease), physical injuries, weakness, are pregnant or post-natal, you should consult with your doctor first before engaging in the Activities and you must fully inform us about any such conditions before participation. Please communicate and inform us IMMEDIATELY if at any point you do not feel well during the Activities.

6. COVID-19 / Infectious Disease. Amidst the current developments surrounding communicable diseases, you acknowledge that every time you participate in the Activities you are affirming that you are healthy and that you do not present an increased risk due to COVID-19 or other infectious diseases. If at any point within 14 days prior to participating in any of the Activities, you have suffered from symptoms of a communicable disease (including but not limited to fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, or sore throat), been in close contact with someone with a known or suspected case or in a hot spot area, or else are uncertain of your health or risk of transmission, you agree not to visit our studio or take part in the Activities and you should consult with your doctor. You agree to update us regarding your health or risk factor and to comply with all measures and policies implemented by Sandvi Studio and applicable public health guidelines (federal, state/provincial, local, CDC and others) as updated, including but not limited to wearing masks, personal hygiene and social distancing, and taking your temperature or allowing it to be checked before entering the studio or relevant practice space. We are all in this together and it is important to follow guidelines, act responsibly and with care towards one another in order to ensure everyone’s safety!

6.1. Consent to Cooperate with Contact Tracing. You understand and agree that Sandvi Studio may disclose your personal information to the relevant authorities as required by law and policies related to the containment of COVID-19 through contact tracing or for other lawful purposes.

7. Voluntary Assumption of Risk. You have read this Waiver and understand the risks of participating in the Activities with Sandvi Studio. Your signature below, electronic signature or clicking 'I Agree’, and your participation in the classes at Sandvi Studio illustrates your voluntary engagement and assumption of the risks of the Activities.

8. Release, Waiver and Indemnity. You hereby release, hold harmless, indemnify and waive any claims against Sabrina Berry and Sandvi Studio, its contractors, employees, volunteers, agents, executors, administrators, successors, family members and assigns (the “Released Parties”) from any liability and damages arising from death or personal injuries, including the contraction of COVID-19 or other communicable diseases, however caused including as a result of Sandvi Studio or Sabrina Berry’s negligence, during your participation in the Activities at Sandvi Studio. You are releasing the Released Parties at your own risk and you agree to forfeit any and all forms of legal recourse which may be available to you, including but not limited to any form of damages, as a result of your participation in the Activities. You agree that these provisions above apply to you, your family, heirs, executors or anyone else who may be able to bring a legal action on your behalf in the future.

9. Media Release. We think you’re awesome and want to show you off! By being a student at our studio, you agree to grant us the irrevocable right to use your image, likeness, photos, video content, audio recordings captured of you at the studio, participating in the Activities or that you share with us online (via your own or others posting of you) as part of our online streaming, marketing and sales throughout the world and in perpetuity. You also release us from all claims you may have relating to such use. Please let us know If you ever want us to stop using an image of you.

10. Continued Agreement. Agreement to this Waiver will act as your continued agreement to all ensuing classes, sessions and/or workshops whether in person, online, or via video conferencing tool.

11. Valuables. You agree that we are not responsible for the loss or damage of any personal property you bring or leave at Sandvi Studio.

12. General Legal Provisions.

Jurisdiction. This Waiver will be governed exclusively by the laws of the State of North Carolina.

Severability. If any provisions of this Waiver are invalid or unenforceable, the other provisions in the Waiver will remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement. This Waiver constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and replaces any prior agreements.

Headings. The headings used in this Waiver are for stylistic purposes only and none of the content in the headings are intended to be legally binding.

Online Agreement. We agree that this Agreement may be signed electronically or agreed to by having you click “I Agree”, the effect of which will be the same as signing by hand and the intention of which is that both parties desire to be bound by all the terms of the Agreement.

Why You’re Reading This Document 

The following Studio Agreement (the “Agreement”) will clearly communicate our expectations in having you as part of our community. If you have any questions please let us know as we want to make sure we are all on the same page moving forward.

In exchange for membership access to Sandvi Studio’s classes and studio, you agree to be bound by the following conditions.

1. Parties. This Agreement is made between Sandvi Studio, LLC operating out of the State of North Carolina (“Sandvi Studio”, “we”, “our”, and “us”) and you, the undersigned (electronically) or person who has clicked “I Agree” to this Agreement (“you” and “your”).

2. Services. We promise to provide you with access to our studio and the full use of our facilities, as well as access to our regularly scheduled classes (either online or in-person) at Sandvi Studio (the “Membership”) according to the terms outlined in Schedule “A” below.

3. Term + Termination. This Agreement will be binding upon your Membership payment and will last for the time specified online or between us (the “Term”). You can decide to renew the Term of this Agreement as many times as you would like.

3.1. Please note that if you violate any of the terms of this Agreement, Sandvi Studio may terminate this Agreement effective immediately and you will not be entitled to any refunds or any continued working relationship with Sandvi Studio.

4. Our Commitment to You. Through your Membership, Sandvi Studio is committed to providing you with the opportunity and support to discover or continue your Pilates, Barre, and Self Care journey.

5. Scheduling. Please consult Sandvi Studio or refer to our available schedule of classes for the exact scheduling and time of our classes.

6. Payment. You agree to pay the price, including the possibility of incremental payments (“Incremental Payment”), of the Membership as outlined below in Schedule “A” (the “Payment”). The Payment price outlined in Schedule “A” is subject to taxes and additional fees. Any subsequent changes to the Payment price will not affect the validity of this Agreement.

6.1. Payment is due upon completed purchase of the Membership and must be made in full prior to the start of your Membership.

7. Incremental Payments. If your method of Payment includes Incremental Payments, you authorize Sandvi Studio to maintain your account information and charge that account automatically upon the renewal of the Membership with no further action required by you.

8. Cancellation. To cancel your Membership, please note the following. If you wish to cancel your Membership, please send an email stating so to info@sandvistudio.com at least 14 days before the next Incremental Payment.

9. Refunds. Our refund policy is as follows: All sales are final. Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable.

10. Legal Fees. You will be responsible for any and all legal fees incurred by Sandvi Studio regarding any potential chargeback issues (for example, if you want to issue a chargeback or contest a payment).

11. Payment Failure. In the event that your Payment fails, your Membership access will be temporarily suspended until we receive your Payment. In the event of three failed payments, you understand that Sandvi Studio may contract a collection agency to collect the money from you.

12. No Guarantees. Sandvi Studio cannot guarantee any particular success from participating in our classes or from our Membership. We promise to provide you with the opportunity, classes and support to achieve your goals, but any success and results ultimately depends on your commitment.

13. Code of Conduct. You agree to be mindful and respectful during the classes and duration of your Membership. This includes respecting other members of Sandvi Studio in their fitness journey and taking care when using the facilities and studio space.

14. Studio Closure. If our studio and facilities are forced to close due to the current COVID-19 situation, a natural disaster, or other unavoidable circumstance, the Membership freezes until the studio can reopen.

15. Force Majeure. Sandvi Studio will not be liable for any failure or delay regarding the Membership if such failure or delay is: beyond the reasonable control of Sandvi Studio, could not have been reasonably foreseen or provided against, or due to events such as a pandemic, natural disaster, or other Act of God. In such an event, you will not be entitled to any refunds or recovery.

16. Substitute Services. Sandvi Studio has the right to substitute services. This means that if we ever need to switch to online classes or virtual offerings due to circumstances beyond our control, we have the right to such a substitution for in person classes.

17. Waiver. Before your Membership can begin, you must sign our Waiver Agreement form. Please read it and make sure you understand it. You need to sign that form as well as this Agreement so that we can be absolutely sure you understand and agree to it.

18. COVID-19 / Infectious Disease. Amidst the current developments surrounding communicable diseases, you acknowledge that every time you participate in any of the Membership activities you are affirming that you are healthy and that you do not present an increased risk due to COVID-19 or other infectious diseases. If you are suffering from symptoms of a communicable disease or are unsure of your health and ability to partake in the Membership activities, please consult with your doctor and we urge you not to visit our studios or facilities. We are all in this together and it is important that we follow guidelines on social distancing, hygiene practices, and act with kindness and responsibility towards each other in order to ensure everyone’s safety.

19. Media Release. We think you’re gorgeous and would love to show you off! By being a member at our studio and through your Membership, you agree to grant us the irrevocable right to use your image, likeness, photographs, video content, audio recordings of you captured in our studio or that you share with us online (via your own or others posting of you) as part of our online streaming, marketing and sales throughout the world and in perpetuity. You also release us from all claims you may have relating to the use mentioned in this section. Please let us know If you ever want us to stop using an image of you.

20. General Indemnity. You hereby fully indemnify Sandvi Studio and any of its members, directors, officers, employees, contractors, volunteers, agents, executors, administrators, successors, family members and assigns (the “Indemnified Parties”) and save harmless the Indemnified Parties from any losses, claims, damages, actions, causes of action, costs and expenses that an Indemnified Party may sustain, incur or suffer at any time, which are based upon, arise out of or occur, directly or indirectly, by reason of any act or omission by you arising out of the performance of the Membership, including the contraction of COVID-19 or other communicable diseases, however caused including as a result of Sandvi Studio’s negligence, provided that where Sandvi Studio has contributed to such liability by its own negligent conduct, your indemnity obligation will be limited proportionately.

21. Jurisdiction + Arbitration. This Agreement will be governed exclusively by the laws of the State of North Carolina. Any dispute or claim related to this Agreement we agree to first resolve through binding arbitration to take place in the State of North Carolina.

22. Standard Legal Things. Severability. If any provisions of this Agreement are invalid or unenforceable, the other provisions in the Agreement will remain in full force and effect. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement between the parties and replaces any prior agreements. Waiver of Breach. The waiver by me of any breach by you of any provision of this Agreement will not be taken to be a waiver of any further breaches by you. Notice. For the purpose of this Agreement, e-mail or text will suffice for written notice when required as set out above. Headings. The headings used in this Agreement are for stylistic purposes only and none of the content in the headings are intended to be legally binding. Counterparts. This agreement may be signed in any number of counterparts, each of which is an original, and all of which taken together constitute one single document. Online Agreement. We agree that this Agreement may be signed electronically or agreed to by having you click “I Agree”, the effect of which will be the same as if signed by hand and the intention of which is that both parties desire to be bound by all the terms of the Agreement.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. Let’s begin!