STUDIO SOL YOGA PILATES HERSHEY
Studio Policies, Assumption of Risk, and Waiver & Release of Liability
24 Briarcrest Square, Hershey, PA 17033
Welcome to Studio Sol! Our schedule may change without notice. All classes are non-refundable unless canceled at least 4 hours in advance. All studio merchandise (apparel, accessories, and other retail items) is non-refundable but may be exchanged for a different item. All workshops and trainings, including teacher trainings, have refund limitations specific to that workshop or training.
Arrive 10–15 minutes prior to class, so you have time to check in and set up on your mat. Doors lock at the start of class, and we are unable to admit students once class has begun, so please plan your arrival accordingly. Please leave valuables in your car or at home, as we are not responsible for lost, stolen, or forgotten belongings.
No mobile devices are allowed past the curtains — all devices must be turned off or set to Airplane Mode, with ringers off. Exception: if you are a doctor on call or have a medical need that requires monitoring via a device, please tell your instructor before class. No shoes, backpacks, yoga bags, or other items are allowed past the curtains, except blocks or props you bring yourself.
By booking a class, you agree to the terms below, including the possibility of being photographed or filmed during sessions for promotional use (see Photo & Media Release).
If you have any health concerns or injuries, please consult your doctor before participating. Please inform your instructor of any concerns before class begins, and modify or take breaks as your body needs.
Assumption of Risk
I acknowledge that participating in yoga and Pilates classes involves significant physical exertion and carries inherent risks that may lead to injury or, in rare cases, death. I understand that injuries are a known and common occurrence in these settings, and I voluntarily choose to participate with this understanding.
I understand that classes at Studio Sol are heated, typically 85–90°F or higher, using infrared heat. I understand that exercising in a heated environment carries additional risks beyond those of an unheated class, including but not limited to dehydration, overheating, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. It is my responsibility to hydrate for 1–2 hours prior to class, to bring a water bottle to every class, to continue hydrating during and after class, to exit the room if I feel unwell, and to notify my instructor immediately of any symptoms of heat-related distress.
I understand that classes may involve equipment including but not limited to hand weights, foam blocks, yoga mats, straps, and resistance bands, and that this equipment carries its own risks. I am aware of risks including, without limitation, injury from exercise equipment, slips and falls on wet or uneven surfaces, and muscle strains, sprains, or tears. Studio Sol is not responsible for illness or infection that may result from the use of shared or personal props. Students are welcome to bring their own blocks, straps, resistance bands, and 3lb or 4lb weights. Only one set of weights may be at your mat during class, to prevent tripping or injury — the use of double weights (two sets at once) is not permitted at any time.
Mats: Students must bring their own non-slip mat, or bring a sweat towel to cover their mat during class. Thin, slippery mats and thick foam mats are not recommended. It is the student's responsibility to bring an appropriate mat. Studio Sol has a limited number of demo mats available for new or traveling students; students with class passes or memberships must bring their own mat, and repeated use of a Studio Sol mat may result in a rental fee.
I confirm that I have the mobility and fitness level needed to safely participate in these classes, and that, to my knowledge, I have no physical or medical condition that would jeopardize my safety or the safety of others during participation.
Health Representations
I represent that I am in good physical health and do not have any medical condition that would limit my safe participation in classes at Studio Sol Hershey, LLC.
I understand it is my responsibility to inform my instructor, before class begins, of any physical limitations, injuries, or allergies — including any sensitivity to lavender or other oils used on chill towels.
I understand it is my responsibility to consult a physician before participating in any class, program, or workshop, including any that involve weights, straps, or exercise in a heated environment, and to follow all instructor guidance so that I may safely participate.
Release and Waiver of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted under Pennsylvania law, I hereby release, indemnify, and hold harmless Studio Sol Hershey, LLC, its owners, officers, employees, and instructors from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action arising from or related to my participation, including any loss, damage, or injury — including death — that I may sustain, whether arising from ordinary negligence or otherwise, except to the extent such liability cannot lawfully be released.
I understand and acknowledge that I am fully responsible for any and all risks, injuries, or damages, known or unknown, that might occur as a result of my participation in any class, workshop, or other activity at Studio Sol.
Severability
If any provision of this waiver is found by a court to be invalid or unenforceable, that finding will not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions, which will continue in full force and effect.
Photo & Media Release
I consent to being photographed or filmed while participating in classes, workshops, or events at Studio Sol, and I grant Studio Sol Hershey, LLC permission to use such photos and videos for promotional purposes, including on its website and social media, without compensation to me. If I prefer not to be photographed or filmed, I will notify the studio in writing in advance.
Minors
I represent that I am at least 18 years of age. If I am under 18, I understand that a parent or legal guardian must read and sign this waiver on my behalf and approve my participation at Studio Sol.
If I am signing as the parent or legal guardian of a minor, I give my consent to the terms of this waiver on behalf of the minor in my care, and I assume responsibility and accountability for that minor's actions while at Studio Sol.
Governing Law
This waiver is governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Any action arising from or related to this waiver shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania.
Acknowledgment
I have read this release and waiver of liability in full and understand its contents. I am legally competent to sign, and I voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions stated above.