Teacher training terms & conditions

By applying for a teacher training programme with The Yoga Lounge , you agree with and will agree to the following terms and conditions:

1. Booking procedure, cancellation & refund policy

(a) On submission of your application form we will contact you to process your application within 7 days. Further information or a phone interview may be required.

(b) All payments made are non-refundable.

(c) It is not possible at any stage to transfer your booking to another programme or service, nor is it possible to transfer your booking for use by another student.

(d) Should you be unable to attend the programme due to severe illness, injury, or pregnancy, you will be able to transfer onto a future teacher training programme if sufficient evidence from your GP or other registered doctor is provided.

(e) If for any reason we are not permitted to teach this course face to face this course will be transferred online .

(f) You will be given discounted in studio classes at The Yoga Lounge for the duration of you're training up to exam stage , Limited to one class per day this will begin from Sept 7th 2024 to Sept 14th 2025 . These are non transferable .

(g) In the unlikely event that the programme is cancelled or changed, you will be able to transfer onto a future training. There will be no refund or compensation available from us for any related costs you may have incurred such as flights and accommodation.

2. Additional costs

(a) You will be expected to purchase (or otherwise acquire) items on The Yoga Lounge reading list at your own cost in preparation for the programme. An approximate total cost of €80. 

(b) Upon completing the programme you may register with Yoga Alliance professionals as a Registered Yoga Teacher RYT 200. This is optional and at your own cost (see yogaallianceprofessionals for more info).

3. Assessment criteria and attendance policy

(a) To receive your 200 hour teacher training qualification, you must meet the following criteria:

100% attendance and participation in all sessions

Final written and practical teaching exam passed

All additional course work completed on time

(b) Should make-up sessions be required due to missed sessions or not meeting the course standards, our trainers can provide agreed extra sessions at an additional cost.

4. Changes to programme

(a) It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your programme, but arrangements are made many months in advance and changes may have to be made. We reserve the right to, within reason, change any information advertised at any time, to include, but not be limited to, dates, times, content, location, and trainers. We will advise you of any changes at the earliest possible date.

5. Insurance and health

(a) It is your responsibility to inform The Yoga Lounge of any injury/medical conditions or anything else that may impact your programme, when applying, before the programme and before the start of every session. If you have any health concerns, it is advisable that you consult a doctor or physician before attending the programme to ensure you are sufficiently fit and healthy to undertake the programme.

(b) If you experience any injury or discomfort during any activity organised for you, you must stop immediately and advise the trainer(s) accordingly.

(c) Due to the athletic nature of dynamic yoga we are unable to accept pregnant women on this course. If you are pregnant or are planning to be pregnant during the programme please contact us before applying.

(d) We reserve the right to stop your participation in any activity, at any time, if we consider that you are physically, mentally or emotionally unable to do so in a safe way.

6. Liability waiver

(a) By applying for and attending a teacher training with The Yoga Lounge you accept and will abide by the following release of liability:

'I understand that, while the utmost care is taken, neither the individual trainers, the venue, nor The Yoga Lounge, will be liable for any damage or injury resulting from my practice or use of the programme venue, nor any loss or damage to personal belongings. I understand that sessions may be physically strenuous and may challenge me mentally and emotionally, and I voluntarily participate in them with the knowledge that there is risk of personal injury, mental health issues, property loss or death. I recognise that it is my responsibility to notify the trainer of any illness or injury before the start of every session and I will not perform any posture to the extent of strain or pain. I understand that should I not want physical adjustment in class it is my responsibility to inform the trainer before the start of every session. Due to the nature of yoga, I understand that floors maybe slippery and I will take care when moving around the venue. I agree that neither I, my heirs, assigns or legal representatives will sue or make any other claims of any kind whatsoever against The Yoga Lounge, its trainers or its clients for any injury, property loss, or wrongful death, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.'

(b) The release of liability statement applies to the duration of the programme and every session or activity you participate in, whether in a group or private setting.

7. Media capture

(a) We may capture photo and video content throughout the programme which may be used for purposes to include but not be limited to our website and advertising material. By agreeing with these terms and conditions you grant The Yoga Lounge full permission of the use of this media.

8. Right to refuse

(a) We reserve the right to dismiss or refuse entry to any session of the programme at any time at the trainer's discretion with no refund being issued in the event of breach of any of these terms and conditions, or due to disruptive or abusive behaviour.

9. No guarantee of work with The yoga Lounge

(a) We cannot guarantee employment with The Yoga Lounge at the end of the course.

(b) Unless and until you are given a teaching position with The Yoga Lounge, you must not hold yourself out to be a Yoga Lounge teacher .

10. Privacy policy

(a) Your application and any other contact you make with us, will be dealt with confidentially and only shared with The Yoga Lounge programme trainers and its supporting staff.

11. Confidentiality

(a) During the programme you will share and hear Confidential Information. This term includes personal information shared by other participants on the course, and you shall hold all such information in confidence, and not disclose it or permit it to be made available to any other party without the prior written consent of The Yoga Lounge .

12. Complaints

(a) If you have a problem during your programme, please inform a member of our team immediately, who will endeavour to put things right. Please note that we cannot be responsible for the individual behaviour of any other group member.