TEACHER TRAINING > WILMETTE 2008-2009

Moksha Yoga Center Teacher Training Certification & Intensive WILMETTE, IL Sept 8, 2008 - June 29, 2009

AGREEMENT

This agreement covers the following items:

• Class Policies
• Class Conduct
• Tuition & Fees
• Certification Disclaimer
• Liability Release

CLASS POLICIES

"Class" is defined as any practice, training, or teaching class in the setting of the teacher training program. "Class" also includes any Moksha Yoga Center or Niyama Yoga class, any specially arranged or ad-hoc class, workshop class, special event class, master teacher round table class, introduction to yoga class, yoga sutra study group class, and any and all other classes at Moksha Yoga Center or Niyama Yoga not mentioned above.

Tardiness:  Excessive tardiness will jeopardize your certification status.  Please arrive to each class 10 minutes before the start time to set-up your mat and get situated. 

Excused Absence:  Each trainee must inform the teacher in writing and in advance for classes which will be missed for legitimate reasons, such as weddings, family holidays, or pre-planned vacations. Shopping, movies, lunch with a friend, and "I'm too tired" are NOT legitimate excuses. You are allowed one excused absence without a make-up class.  Every additional missed class requires a make-up in order to comply with Yoga Alliance certification standards.

Unexcused Absence:  After the second unexcused absence, you will automatically become ineligible for certification and may be asked to leave the program. There are absolutely no refunds under such circumstances.

Absence due to Illness or Accident:  Inform Daren or the studio at least 4 hours before the class begins. The best way to do this is to call the studio and leave a message.  Please follow-up with an email at your earliest convenience. This will not count as an unexcused absence.

Make-up:  Trainees must complete a make-up (as described below) for EVERY absence AFTER THE FIRST to become eligible for certification; there are no exceptions to this policy.

Option 1:  Attend a pre-scheduled review session with Daren at MYC in Chicago. These review sessions are pre-planned and you may attend a session before your planned absence. These classes will not cover a specific lesson, but will be structured around the questions and topics that students have.

Option 2:  Attend the missed class(es) in one of Moksha's other training programs. Moksha hosts training programs in Chicago, the western suburbs, and the northern suburbs.

CLASS CONDUCT

You are expected to act in a respectful way towards the teacher and other students. Please arrive on time, prepared for class with the proper attire, assignments and class supplies. Disruptions to the teaching atmosphere will not be tolerated. Please leave your mobile phone and other distractions outside the classroom. If you behave in a way that disrupts the class, you will be asked to leave the program immediately. There are absolutely no refunds under such circumstances.

TUITION & FEES

• A $150 application fee holds your place in the training and is non-refundable/non-transferable;  this fee will be credited toward your tuition if accepted into the program.
• Returned checks subject to a $25 return fee.
• Seva (selfless service) may be waived for an additional $200 fee.
• Those not accepted into the course will be given a full refund.

Tuition Refunds...

• 100% refund (minus the application fee of $150) if cancelled in writing within one week of course start date
• 50% refund (minus the application fee of $150) if canceled in writing within two weeks of course start date
• 25% refund (minus the application fee of $150) if canceled in writing within three weeks of course start date
• No refunds after three weeks of course start date

Tuition Includes...

• MYC teacher training online manual
• All MYC teacher training classes as scheduled
• All practice classes with Daren Friesen at Moksha Riverwest
• All Devi2000 Kirtans at Moksha Riverwest (100% discount)
• 20% Discount on MYC practice classes & $5 class fee for all classes at Niyama Yoga
• 10% discount on all boutique/retail items from time of registration at Moksha Riverwest
• 20% discount on all guest Kirtans at Moksha Riverwest
• 20% discount on all workshops and special events at Moksha Riverwest

Tuition Does NOT Include...

• MYC classes beyond those described above
• Yoga Anatomy for Teachers with Shanna Linn ($200)
• Yoga Anatomy Workshop with Tias Little ($550)
• CPR Course
• Required Props (mat, strap, block, neti pot, notebook, journal)
• Required Textbooks - You may purchase all required textbooks at Moksha at 10% off
• Sorry, no discounts on other teacher training programs held at Moksha Riverwest (Shiva Rea, Aadil Palkhivala, Tias Little Anatomy Part II)

Tuition Payment Options...

• Full Tuition: $3,200 if paid in full three weeks before the first training class
• Tuition Payment Plan: $3,500

Tuition Payment Plan...

• This plan must be set up in advance, please talk with a manager to discuss the details
  $1700 due three weeks before the first training class
• 6 pre-scheduled payments for $300 each ($1,800)
• A signed promissory note listing your social security number is required (provided by MYC)

CERTIFICATION DISCLAIMER

The course syllabus/class plan/steps to certification and all other written documentation are intended to be a general guideline and a broad strategy as to the planned execution of the program. These documents are not a guarantee that all coursework, classes, or programs offered will be completed or duly scheduled and/or completed by the instructor or mentors. The certification requirements, topics, programs, classes, standards, number of hours, length of classes and deadlines are subject to change, addition, deletion, rescheduling, revision, or replacement at any time at the discretion of the teacher. By attending, completing, and/or receiving certification in this program, you will not automatically be offered a teaching position at Moksha Yoga Center or any other yoga center, studio, health club, or community center.

LIABILITY RELEASE

Voluntary Participation

Before participating in this or any other exercise program, individuals should consult with a physician.

I, the undersigned, acknowledge that I have voluntarily chosen and requested to participate in the yoga class, workshop, event, or activity sponsored by Daren Friesen, Moksha Yoga Center, Mac McHugh, and Niyama Yoga.

Acknowledgment

I am aware that participation in the yoga class, workshop, event, or activity may be hazardous. I acknowledge that a certain minimum level of physical health, strength, fitness, and flexibility will be required. I represent that I possess the level of health, strength, fitness, and flexibility necessary to participate in these activities. I am voluntarily participating in these activities with knowledge of the risks of injury. I assume all responsibility and liability for any and all injuries I may sustain due to my participation in these activities.

Release

In consideration for being permitted to participate in the yoga class, workshop, event, or activity, I agree that I, my heirs, assignees, guardians, and legal representatives will not make any claim against, sue, or attach the property of, any of the hosts, instructors, organizers, or participants in the yoga class, workshop, event, or activity including but not limited to Daren Friesen and Moksha Yoga Center, for injury or damage resulting from my participation in such yoga class, workshop, event, or activity. I release all such hosts, instructors, organizers, and participants, their agents and heirs, from any and all actions, causes of action, lawsuits, claims, or demands that I, my assignees, heirs, guardians, and legal representatives now have or hereafter may have for any and all injury, illness, loss of or damage to property associated with my participation in the yoga class, workshop, event, or activity.

I have carefully read this agreement and fully understand its contents. I have signed this release freely and voluntarily. I am aware and agree that it is a complete release of liability for any injuries or damages I may sustain due to yoga classes, workshops, events, and activities with Moksha Yoga Center and all such hosts, instructors, organizers, and participants.

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