Solshine Yoga Teacher Training Contract

Course Overview: Solshine Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) offers a comprehensive 200-hour course that includes in-person instruction, lectures, online competency quizzes, and more. Our course aligns with Clemson University’s semester schedule, making it accessible for all. While we encourage 100% participation, we provide some flexibility with online lectures and testing to accommodate students’ schedules. We aim to balance the discipline of the student with Yoga Alliance standards and respect the demands of everyday life.

Attendance & Flexibility: Graduation and course completion are determined by the lead trainers. If you miss more than one weekend, make-up sessions may be required at an additional cost. We will work with students to ensure that everyone stays on track.

Training Course Best Practices & Protocols:

• 100% Participation: Full attendance is required to graduate. This includes arriving and departing according to the scheduled hours.
• Missed Classes: Certification will not be granted until all required hours are completed. Missed classes must be rescheduled privately at an additional cost.
• Homework & Deadlines: Submit all homework, including journals and observations, by the specified deadlines.
• Cleanliness: Students are responsible for maintaining a clean studio environment, including disposing of wrappers, cups, and crumbs.
• Electronics: Refrain from using phones, tablets, or other devices in the yoga space unless permitted by the lead trainers.
• Practice: Students must practice yoga at least five days a week, logging practice hours.
• Late Arrivals: Arriving late more than twice will result in a 20-hour deduction from your total contact hours.
• Make-up Sessions: If you must miss a session, alternative make-up options will be offered. You are responsible for scheduling make-up time with the program director, which may incur additional fees.
• Leave of Absence: A leave of absence for medical or extraordinary circumstances may be granted at the discretion of the program director. If reapplying for a future session, any outstanding tuition balance must be paid, along with any difference in tuition if rates have increased.

Code of Conduct:

• Ethical Standards: We hold all teachers to high ethical standards to ensure a safe, respectful, and transformative learning environment. Teachers are expected to act with honesty, compassion, and transparency.
• Respect for Students: Teachers will not impose personal opinions on students and should encourage openness to change in a way that respects students' worldviews and beliefs.
• Confidentiality: Personal information shared by students must remain confidential unless written consent is obtained.
• Medical Advice: Teachers will not offer medical advice or suggest students disregard medical guidance. Students will be referred to medical professionals when appropriate.

Refund Policy:

Enrollment & Cancellation:

• A deposit is required to secure your spot in the program. This deposit is non-refundable but will be applied to your tuition balance.
• Three-Day Cancellation: If you cancel within 3 business days of signing the agreement, you will receive a refund minus the enrollment deposit. Refunds will be processed within 30 days.
• After Program Start: No refunds will be given after the program has started.
• Bad Conduct: No refunds will be issued if a student is removed from the program due to bad conduct, which includes violations of the Code of Conduct, harassment, or disruptive behavior.

Agreement Terms:

1.  Non-Refundable Deposits:

• I understand that the enrollment and contract deposits are non-refundable but are applied to my tuition balance. 

1.  Completion Requirements:

• I understand that to receive certification and register with Yoga Alliance, I must fully participate in and successfully complete the entire training course, as determined by the lead trainers. 

1.  Certification:

• Upon successful completion of the training, I am entitled to teach vinyasa and hatha yoga classes at Solshine Wellness Studio. To register as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with Yoga Alliance, I must meet their continuing education requirements and adhere to their ethics. 

1.  Termination of Agreement:

• This agreement will automatically terminate if I fail to meet the program's requirements or violate the terms of this agreement.

1.  Liability Release:

• I acknowledge the physical risks involved in yoga practice and understand that it may cause or aggravate physical injuries. I agree to consult a physician before participating in the program. I accept full responsibility for any injuries, claims, or damages arising from my participation in any classes, activities, or use of Solshine Wellness Studio’s facilities. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Solshine Wellness Studio for any such claims. 

Final Agreement:

By acknowledging this online agreement, I agreeing to the conditions outlined in this contract.