RETREAT TERMS & CONDITIONS:
Please carefully review the following Terms and Conditions. By registering for the “Inspired” Yoga and Cultural Immersion Retreats with Dagmar Dharma Yoga, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to all outlined terms.
1. Retreat Participation: a) Participants must be 18 years of age or older. b) Participation in all retreat activities, including yoga sessions, is voluntary. It is your responsibility (as the participant) to assess your physical and mental capabilities and participate only within our comfort level. c) It is your responsibility to inform the retreat organizers of any health conditions, injuries or physical limitations that may affect your participation.
2. Health and Safety: a) While the retreat organizers will make every effort to ensure a safe environment, participants acknowledge that engaging in physical activities like yoga carries some inherent risks. b) Participants are advised to consult with a healthcare professional before the retreat to ensure they are physically and mentally capable of participating in the activities. c) Participants are responsible for their own health and well-being during the retreat and should take necessary precautions and listen to their bodies to prevent their bodies injury.
3. Traveling with Medications: a) It is ok to travel with doctor prescribed medications, but please make sure all the medication is in the original prescribed packaging with your information on it. b) For cannabis products please see our drug policy.
4. Drug Policy: a) Illegal drugs are prohibited at the hotel and Cuba in general. B) Cuba’s Customs has a zero-tolerance policy on illegal drugs, including cannabis. b) According to Cuban Customs arriving to the country with any type of illegal drugs, in any amount, may result in imprisonment. c) Visit https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/cbp-reqs-cuba for more details.
4. Drug Policy: The use or possession of illegal drugs is strictly prohibited at all Dagmar Dharma Yoga retreats. This includes, but is not limited to, the retreat venue and all associated activities.
a) The retreat hotel maintains a strict no-drug policy, and illegal substances are not permitted on the premises.
b) The host country enforces a zero-tolerance policy regarding illegal drugs, including cannabis. Bringing any illegal substances—regardless of type or quantity—into the country may lead to serious legal consequences, including imprisonment.
Participants are fully responsible for understanding and complying with all local laws and regulations.
5. Travel and Accommodation: a) Participants are responsible for covering the costs for their travel to and from the retreat location, except for any travel or group excursion previously organized by the retreat leader. b) Accommodation arrangements will be made by the retreat organizers. Participants may indicate their preference for shared or private accommodation, but availability is not guaranteed. c) Any additional expenses incurred during the retreat, such as meals, transportation, or personal activities outside of the retreat program organized by the retreat leader, are the responsibility of the participant.
6. Duty and Taxes: a) Duty applies to products made in Cuba if the merchandise exceeds US $1,000 in value. b) To bring alcohol or tobacco back into Canada from Cuba at a Canadian point of entry please visit the Canadian Alcohol Beverage Control website for current laws.
7. Baggage: a) Air carriers have individual rules and regulations regarding baggage size weight and quantity. It is the participants responsibility to contact the airline (Sunwing Vacations) to inquire about applicable restrictions. b) Dagmar Dharma Yoga is not responsible for lost, damaged, delayed, or stolen baggage or any cost incurred to the client as a result of the above.
8. Insurance: a) Travel and medical insurance is highly recommended when travelling to Cuba.
9. Changes: a) The retreat organizers reserve the right to make modifications and/or changes in the retreat program, and/or accommodations as is deemed necessary. b) The retreat organizers reserve the right to cancel any retreat due to weather conditions, poor attendance, or any other unforeseen circumstances. c) In the unlikely event of a cancellation, the participant may opt to transfer to a similar Dagmar Dharma Yoga Retreat on another day, or receive a full refund back.
10. Payment Schedule: a) A deposit of $500 CAD per traveler is due at the time of booking, payable by e-transfer to info@dagmardharma.yoga or credit card (please see methods of payment) . b) The deposit is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another traveler. c) Full payment is due by September 1st, 2025 unless otherwise advised in the group contract. d) The Retreat is not scheduled until it has been paid in full.
11. a) by direct e-transfer to info@dagmardharma.yoga (there are no processing fees) b) by Credit card + processing fees apply.
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12. Side Note: a) Once a group booking is made and payment accepted, each traveler is accepting Sunwing’s complete terms and conditions as well as those herein, including non-refundable cancellation fees should any traveler or the group no longer wish to travel. Specialty groups may be subject to varying terms and conditions as required by the hotel supplier.
13. Cancelations and Refunds: a) If you need to cancel your participation, please notify the retreat organizers as soon as possible. b) Refunds will be provided according to the following schedule:
a) Cancellation more than 60 days prior to the retreat start date: Full refund, minus any-non refundable deposits. b) Cancellation 45 days prior to the retreat start date: 50% refund, minus any none refundable deposits. c) Cancellation less than 45 days prior to the retreat start date: No refund will be provided.
14. Name Change: a) (3 or more characters) Free of charge if it is 60 days before departure. b) 21 days $150 per name (fee is waived if name change is made online – Manage my Booking). c) 8 to 20 days prior to departure, $250 per name ($50 fee if name change is made online– Manage my Booking). d) 7 days or less to departure, full cancellation penalties apply.
15. Liability: a) The retreat organizers, Dagmar Dharma Yoga, and their staff shall not be liable for any injuries, damages, losses, or expenses incurred during the retreat, including but not limited to those arising from accidents, illnesses, or theft. b) Participants are responsible for their personal belongings and are advised to secure their valuables. c) Participants agree to release and hold harmless the retreat organizers, Dagmar Dharma Yoga, and their staff from any claims, demands, or actions arising out of or in connection with their participation in the retreat.
Thank you for your cooperation, we look forward to work with you. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these terms and conditions, please contact email us at info@dagmardharma.yoga.
DISCLAIMER
Yoga provides great benefits, but only you know your own body and limits. Like any exercise, please consult your health care professional with any questions or concerns before starting any exercise program. When participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. Not all exercises in our classes or videos are suitable for all persons. The creator of Dagmar Dharma Yoga, which includes all videos, classes, programs, marketing materials, and all accompanying materials are not liable for any injury, accident, or health impairment befalling and viewer of these programs, or any individual utilizing the techniques suggested in these classes or videos. Dagmar Dharma Yoga is not a licensed medical care provider and represents that it has no expertise in diagnosing, examining, or treating medical conditions of any kind, or in determining the effect of any specific exercise on a medical condition. Dagmar Dharma Yoga makes no representations or warranties with regards to the completeness of information on these meetings or any linked websites, classes, books, videos, apps, or other products represented herein.
Thank you for your help and continued support.
Enjoy your Retreat!