📜 Rules & Regulations – Skanda Ayur Yoga
Dear Student/Guest/Participant
Namaste!
We kindly request you to familiarize yourself with our comprehensive set of boundaries, policies, and guidelines. This ensures that we can establish a harmonious and respectful environment for all students who entrust us with their belief and enthusiasm for beginning their yoga path.
At Skanda Ayur Yoga, we firmly believe that a transformative journey like yoga should commence with utmost clarity. Our commitment to your well-being and growth motivates us to set forth these policies for the protection and support of all seekers who join our organization.
By enrolling with us, you signify your willingness to embrace and honour Skanda Ayur Yoga's policies, rules, and terms and conditions. Together, let us create a nurturing and inclusive community that serves and uplifts all yogis and yoginis.
Why so many Rules & Regulations or Terms & Conditions???
Skanda Ayur Yoga is a centre of learning. We have people coming from across the globe to receive the wealth of Spiritual, Yogic and Ayurvedic Knowledge
Among several other reasons, there are two key aspects of having exhaustive ground rules.
Unless discipline is established, we humans tend to procrastinate, stall, defer, take things lightly and simply waste all efforts, time, investment and resources. This statement applies more strongly when it comes to walking on a Spiritual Path. Thus, we as a yogic organisation feel responsible to establish certain policies in writing so that you remain grounded and make best use of the time here.
[Fun Fact: More than 90% participants have mentioned that these ground rules made them stick to the path of learning and prevented them from diversions]
“One rotten apple spoils the whole barrel”. We are responsible to protect everyone from that one or two such participants. For one or two such people who are not ready to receive the higher knowledge, YOU SHOULD NOT SUFFER.
[Fun Fact: Out of 1000 participants till date, we had to use the rules against zero participants. ]
Hence, its mandatory to be aware, acknowledge, agree, accept, and adhere to the following Rules, Regulations,
Terms and Conditions. The same is also on our website.
With love and light,
The Skanda Ayur Yoga Team
I am a seeker, I am a yogi, I am aware and, therefore, I further agree that…
1. PARTICIPATION AND 100% ATTENDANCE
……I understand that a minimum of 80% attendance is compulsory, and that my certification is partly based on my attendance. I accept that if my attendance is found to be lower, Skanda Ayur Yoga holds the right to issue me only a certificate of participation rather than the Yoga Teacher Training Course Certificate (which shall not be valid on Yoga Alliance).
…I agree that the teacher has the right to deny me entry into the class if I am late.
…If I miss a class due to any personal health reasons, I will inform the office or the class teacher. I will also diligently follow up with the notes from my classmates and self-practice.
…I will sign the attendance sheet, (if any) on every class honestly and diligently.
2. RESPECT & GRATITUDE
…I commit to showing respect and gratitude to the management, entire staff, teachers, my fellow mates, and the retreat space.
…I understand that in India, the role of a teacher or guru is held in the highest regard, and any form of disrespect towards them is unacceptable.
…I will maintain a positive, open, curious, team-oriented, optimistic, and trusting attitude throughout the course.
…Should I be found behaving disruptively, rudely, or negatively, or engaging in complaining or manipulative behaviour or manipulative cliquing or groupism, or discrimination (the decision and judgement of which, solely lies with the management and teachers), I acknowledge and accept that the management has the right and duty to immediately remove me from the course, school accommodation and premises without any refund of fees. (This is to maintain a peaceful atmosphere at the school and protect the learning environment of my co-students as well).
…I understand that during my course I will study with different teachers. I understand that each teacher comes with their own knowledge, wisdom, and experience. I shall refrain from comparison between teachers and uphold my mission of learning from all. I understand that requests such as changing of teachers, having private classes, change of classes, or course transfers due to personal preferences will not be entertained. However, I may discuss my thoughts with the office administration, and I accept that Skanda Ayur Yoga holds the final decision.
…I am always welcome to discuss any issue with the management. Furthermore, I respect the privacy of the Management Team and will not contact them at odd hours unless there is an emergency.
…I agree to always behave courteously with local vendors, shopkeepers, and tuk-tuk drivers. I understand that any misbehaviour reported to the school may result in the withholding of my certificate.
3. HYGEINE AND CULTURAL RESPECT
…I shall follow complete hygiene and keep the rooms, common areas, yoga halls and surroundings clean. For example, disposing off used tissues, and placing recyclables in appropriate bins, washing off my used utensils and return them to their place, etc. I shall also refrain from using strong scented products of any kind at Skanda Ayur Yoga, out of respect for those with sensitivities.
…I understand that Yoga is very sacred and respectful profession in India. Further, a school – “the centre of learning” is nothing less than a temple of worship. I will maintain respect for the space and not indulge in any acts of obscenity or public indecency.
4. PERSONAL BELONGINGS
…I shall take care of my own belongings and am wholly and exclusively responsible for their safety and security. I shall not hold the Skanda Ayur Yoga responsible for any loss of my personal belongings.
…I acknowledge that if I leave any personal belongings behind after checkout, and I want them shipped back to me, there will be a service charge for packaging and shipping. Alternatively, I can collect them in person within 30 days of my check-out. After 30 days,Skanda Ayur Yoga reserves the right to discard the items.
5. EVALUATION & CERTIFICATION
…I commit to completing all the requirements, including submitting all my assignments and exam papers on or before the submission date. Failure to do so will result in my not being entitled to receive a certificate upon the completion of the course.
…I acknowledge that Skanda Ayur Yoga reserves the right to set my evaluation criterion to decide whether, I am fit to be awarded the certificate or not. The criterion may be common for my group or exclusive for myself. Further,Skanda Ayur reserves complete discretion to decide whether, I am eligible for being awarded the certificate or not. The discretion to show the answer scripts, evaluation sheets and all evaluation related papers are also under complete discretion of Skanda ayur Yoga.
6. HEALTH AND PERSONAL CHOICE
…I embrace the opportunity to grow, both physically and mentally, through this challenging teacher training course. I will take great pride and joy in the way I handle all demanding situations without complaints.
…I acknowledge that while practicing yoga, it is only me who can be aware as to what is my body limit and when am crossing the same. I need to respect my body and my limitations. I will not be influenced by comparisons with others or shall not push myself beyond limits. I will listen to my body and keep it 100% safe.
…I alone am fully responsible for my transforming body and mind, and I will lovingly care for it to avoid all injuries, accidents, or physical or psychological health-related issues that might occur during my training period. I take full responsibility for my own health, physical and mental well-being, and any injuries or accidents that may occur during the course. I will not hold Skanda Ayur Yoga or any of the teaching, administrative, or management staff responsible.
…I agree to fully declare all my recent injuries or illnesses prior to beginning the course in the medical form. I acknowledge that Skanda Ayur Yoga is not responsible for any medical emergencies.
…I agree to provide an existing, legitimate, and valid emergency contact in the "About Me" form as part of completing my registration.
…I agree to clearly declare all my dietary requirements. I understand that Skanda Ayur Yoga will do its best to provide alternatives, but if they do not match my preferences, I will arrange my own food at my own expense. I agree not to bring any non-vegetarian food (including eggs) onto the premises.
7. FEES AND ENERGY EXCHANGE
…The fees and payment structure discussed with me before joining the course will not be altered in any way except in the case of any upgrades. I will ensure to pay the 100% fees on at the time of arrival before check-in to my room or beginning of classes or opening ceremony whichever is earlier. Failure to do so may result in my removal from the course and not provide any accommodation or classes without any refund.
…I am grateful for all the inclusions mentioned in my course investment. If I find myself dissatisfied, I am free to make my own arrangements at my own cost without any refunds.
…I have the freedom to leave the course at any time before its conclusion for any reason, personal or otherwise. In such a case, I understand that I am not entitled to any refund of fees.
…I accept that everything I have agreed upon with Skanda Ayur Yoga is an individual contract. The fees and services provided are unique and cannot be compared with that of any other student in any course.
08. SUBSTANCE USE
…I acknowledge and am aware that use or abuse of alcohol or other forms of drugs or narcotics is strictly prohibited and is not allowed on the premises of Skanda Ayur Yoga . Violation of this policy at any time during the training will result in immediate dismissal from the program with no refunds and at the same time, I shall be handed over to the authorities for further legal action.
Please Note: We will not issue any refunds due to the inherent value of services contained within this program, no exceptions (whether fees is paid in partial or in full). In case the student decides to leave the course after the payment of the deposit or the full fees due to any reason, they will not be entitled to any refund of the fees paid. They may have the option to change to a future course date (depending upon the availability with the school). However, no requests for refunds will be entertained for the cancellation of the course at any time.
The same shall be done on our shuttle service on the day of the beginning of your course at 8 AM, 12 Noon and 4 PM.
** EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT OF 100 EUROS APPLICABLE IF DEPOSIT IS PAID 60 DAYS BEFORE THE COURSE BEGINS.
Disclaimer: Our prices may INCREASE from time to time. However, please be assured that we shall commit to the same price at which you have booked and not ask you for the difference. Similarly, our prices may decrease as well. But we shall remain committed to the price at which you have booked.
At Skanda Ayur Yoga, we aim to maintain a peaceful, safe, and respectful environment for all students and visitors. Please follow the guidelines below to ensure a positive experience for everyone.