Participant Agreement and Release of Liability and Community Standards
Participant Agreement and Release of Liability
The Soul Sanctuary
Last updated: September 26
This Participant Agreement applies to participation in Activities provided by Jolandi Joubert, a sole trader trading as The Soul Sanctuary.
By participating in an Activity, I confirm that I have read, understood and agree to this Agreement.
1. Activities and Assumption of Risk
1.1. I understand that Activities may include yoga, mindful movement, stretching, balancing, strength-based asanas, dancing, breathwork, meditation, restorative practices, yoga nidra, mindset development and other wellbeing practices.
1.2. I acknowledge that participation in physical movement, breathwork and other Activities carries inherent risks.
1.3. These risks may include physical discomfort, strain, injury, illness, emotional distress, dizziness, fainting, or loss of coordination.
1.4. I voluntarily choose to participate and accept responsibility for deciding whether an Activity is appropriate for me.
1.5. I agree to follow reasonable safety instructions and to stop participating if I experience pain, significant discomfort, dizziness, distress or feel unsafe.
2. Personal Responsibility
2.1. I acknowledge that every person’s physical, emotional and mental response to an Activity may differ.
2.2. I am responsible for participating within my own capabilities.
2.3. I agree to communicate relevant limitations or concerns to a Facilitator where doing so is necessary for my safe participation.
2.4. I understand that I can decline or stop an Activity at any time.
3. Facilitators
3.1. The Soul Sanctuary Facilitators include Jolandi Joubert, Marc Bowers, Stefanie Mostaert, Sarah Cole, Victoria Buxton, Beatrice Finch, Jessie Goegebeur and any other person appointed to deliver or support an Activity.
3.2. Facilitators will seek to provide Activities responsibly and with appropriate care.
3.3. Facilitators cannot observe or know every aspect of my physical, mental or emotional condition.
3.4. A Facilitator may modify, pause or stop an Activity where they reasonably consider this necessary for safety or wellbeing.
4. No Medical or Professional Advice
4.1. Information provided during Activities is for general educational and wellbeing purposes.
4.2. It does not constitute medical, psychological, psychiatric or other professional advice.
4.3. I am responsible for seeking appropriate professional advice where necessary.
5. Emotional Wellbeing
5.1. I acknowledge that meditation, breathwork, movement, cold-water exposure and personal-development practices may sometimes evoke strong emotions, memories or personal experiences.
5.2. I accept responsibility for recognising my own limits and seeking professional support where necessary.
5.3. A Facilitator may recommend that I pause or discontinue an Activity where they reasonably believe this is appropriate.
6. Health and Pregnancy
6.1. I understand that certain Activities may not be suitable for people with particular medical conditions, injuries, disabilities, medications or other circumstances.
6.2. I am responsible for obtaining appropriate professional advice regarding my suitability to participate.
6.3. If I am pregnant, believe that I may be pregnant, or become pregnant during my participation, I understand that I should obtain appropriate professional advice regarding my participation.
7. Age
7.1. I confirm that I am at least 18 years old.
8. Facilitator Expression
8.1. Facilitators may share personal opinions, experiences, beliefs or perspectives.
8.2. I understand that these may differ from my own.
8.3. I agree to engage respectfully with differences in opinion.
8.4. Facilitators may occasionally use strong or informal language as part of their communication style.
9. Community Standards
9.1. I agree to participate respectfully and considerately.
9.2. I acknowledge the Five Values of The Soul Sanctuary: Compassion • Responsibility • Ripple • Creativity • Wellbeing
9.3. I agree to respect, uphold and make a genuine effort to embody these values in my behaviour and interactions.
9.4. I understand that abusive, threatening, intimidating, discriminatory, harassing, bullying, deliberately disrespectful or seriously disruptive behaviour is not acceptable.
9.5. I understand that failure to comply with the Community Standards may result in restriction, suspension or removal from The Soul Sanctuary.
10. Respect for Boundaries
I agree to respect the physical, emotional and personal boundaries of other participants and Facilitators.
I will not intentionally interfere with another person’s ability to participate safely or respectfully.
11. Liability
11.1. I acknowledge the inherent risks associated with the Activities.
11.2. I accept responsibility for risks arising from my own decisions, actions, failure to follow reasonable instructions, or participation in an Activity that I know or reasonably believe is unsuitable for me.
11.3. Nothing in this Agreement excludes or limits liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited.
11.4. Nothing in this Agreement removes or restricts any statutory rights or protections that apply to me.
11.5. Subject to the above, I understand that The Soul Sanctuary is not responsible for loss or injury to the extent caused by my own negligence, deliberate misconduct or failure to follow reasonable safety instructions.
12. Removal from the Community
The Soul Sanctuary may suspend or terminate my participation where it reasonably considers that my behaviour breaches this Agreement, the Community Standards or the Five Values, or presents a risk to the safety, wellbeing or respectful experience of others.
13. Acknowledgement
By continuing I confirm that:
- I have read and understood this Agreement.
- I understand that the Activities carry inherent risks.
- I accept responsibility for making appropriate decisions about my participation.
- I agree to follow reasonable safety instructions.
- I agree to respect other participants and Facilitators.
- I agree to uphold the Five Values.
- I understand that failure to meet the Community Standards may result in my removal from The Soul Sanctuary.
- I understand that nothing in this Agreement removes legal rights that cannot lawfully be excluded.
Community Standards
The Soul Sanctuary Community Standards
Last updated: September 26
The Soul Sanctuary exists to create a community where people can explore wellbeing, connection, movement, growth and self-expression in an environment that is safe, respectful and supportive.
Our community is built upon five core values:
1. Compassion
We treat ourselves and others with kindness, empathy, patience and understanding.
2. Responsibility
We take responsibility for our words, actions, choices and impact on others.
3. Ripple
We recognise that our behaviour affects the wider community. We seek to contribute positively and consciously.
4. Creativity
We welcome individuality, curiosity, expression and different perspectives.
5. Wellbeing
We respect the physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of ourselves and others.
Our expectations
By participating in The Soul Sanctuary, you agree to:
- communicate respectfully;
- treat others with dignity and consideration;
- respect personal boundaries;
- allow others to hold different opinions and experiences;
- contribute constructively to the community;
- take responsibility for your own behaviour; and
- make a genuine effort to live by the Five Values.
The following behaviour is not permitted:
- bullying or harassment;
- threatening or intimidating behaviour;
- discriminatory or hateful behaviour;
- abusive or aggressive communication;
- deliberate humiliation or degradation of another person;
- persistent disruptive behaviour;
- inappropriate or unwanted sexual behaviour;
- deliberately sharing another person’s private information;
- conduct intended to undermine the safety or wellbeing of the community; or
- any other conduct that is materially inconsistent with the Five Values or the ethos of The Soul Sanctuary.
Consequences of breaching the standards
Where we reasonably believe that these Community Standards have been breached, we may take action that is appropriate and proportionate to the circumstances.
This may include:
- a conversation or warning;
- removal of content;
- restriction of community access;
- temporary suspension; or
- removal from The Soul Sanctuary and termination of membership or participation.
For serious behaviour, or where we reasonably believe immediate action is necessary to protect the community, we may remove or suspend access without prior warning.
Membership and participation in The Soul Sanctuary is conditional upon respectful behaviour and a genuine commitment to the Five Values.
These Community Standards form part of our Website Terms & Conditions and Participant Agreement.
