Liability Waiver

Yoga Retreat Liability Waiver and Release of Claims

Participant Name: __________________________________
Retreat Location: Les Daurins, 16700, Charente, France
Retreat Dates: _____________________________________

1. Acknowledgment of Risk

I acknowledge that participation in yoga, meditation, excursions, and related retreat activities may involve physical exertion, exposure to the outdoors, and inherent risks of accident, illness, or injury. I understand these risks cannot be entirely eliminated, even with proper care and supervision.

2. Medical Responsibility

I declare that I am physically and mentally capable of participating in the retreat. I have disclosed to the organizers any relevant medical conditions, injuries, or limitations. I agree that I am solely responsible for monitoring my own health and well-being during all activities. I understand that the organizers are not medical professionals and do not provide medical advice or treatment.

3. Assumption of Risk

By participating in this retreat, I voluntarily assume all risks of injury, illness (including but not limited to food sensitivities, allergies, or infectious disease), emotional stress, accidents, or property loss, whether arising from my own actions, the actions of others, or the retreat environment.

4. Release of Liability

In accordance with Article 1103 of the French Code civil (agreements lawfully entered into have the force of law for those who made them), I hereby release and discharge the retreat organizers, instructors, staff, property owners, and any affiliated persons from liability for any claims, demands, or causes of action arising from participation in this retreat, except in cases of gross negligence (faute lourde) or intentional misconduct (faute intentionnelle), as defined under French law.

5. Insurance and Personal Responsibility

• I understand that I am strongly advised to have personal travel insurance covering medical care, accidents, and trip cancellation.

• I am solely responsible for my personal belongings.

• I agree to follow all safety guidance and instructions provided by retreat organizers and instructors.

6. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This waiver shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of France. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [nearest city to your farmhouse, e.g., Angoulême].

7. Binding Agreement

I confirm that I have read and understood this waiver and release, and that I sign it voluntarily. This agreement is binding upon me, my heirs, and legal representatives.

Participant Signature: _________________________
Date: ___________________

Organizer/Representative: ______________________
Date: ___________________