Hare Rama Institute Policy & Terms and Conditions

Policies For All Retreat & RYT Certification Program Participants:

By enrolling in a Hare Rama Institute for course's all participants agree to the Policies outlined below. Each participant has also acknowledged their understanding as a part of the Application & Registration Process.

• The course fee including any initial deposit is strictly non-refundable and non-transferable. If you need to cancel the course due to unavoidable reasons the booking amount can be adjusted/ used for any future course that you do with us within one year from the date of booking. To reschedule your course, you must inform us at least two weeks before your course start date otherwise you may lose your entire fee.
• 100% Cancellation Charges or no refund in case of Cancellation or No-Show.
• Hare Rama Institute is not responsible for any mishaps before the course schedule.
• Hare Rama Institute reserves the right to cancel any booking that they feel necessary.
• In case of cancellation of course by Hare Rama Institute before the beginning of the course, the student will receive a 100% refund of the amount paid.
• Hare Rama Institute is not liable for any expenses the student may have occurred including the travel expenses (e.g. flight and train tickets) even in case of a Training cancellation either by the participant or Hare Rama Institute.
• Payment of fee implies consent to all the information, rules, regulations, terms and conditions of Hare Rama Institute.
• The student is free to leave the course at any time. In this eventuality there will not be any refund and readmission will not be agreed.

• Positive energy and attitude: remember that your energy affects other people around you. Please try to keep a positive and happy attitude during your training. Please try to accept that studying and practicing in India will be different from western countries/cultures. We appreciate your open mind and way of learning.
• We expect students to follow the Yamas and Niyamas (according to Patanjali) to the best of their ability.
• Practice patience and kindness in the premises. Students/participants shall treat all (teachers, staff and volunteers of Hare Rama Institute) with due respect and courtesy at all times.
• Service of the staff/volunteers shall NOT be utilized for private or personal work.
• Durning the course No tips in cash or kind should be directly given to the staff of the School. For those who would like to appreciate the staff, leave the tip in the end of the course in envolove on reception area.
• Calling and Texting in the class is prohibited.
• Observe silence during classes and especially during meals, wherein you integrate all you have absorbed during class.
• During the program Physical relationships with other students/staff is strictly prohibited.
• Clean up your space at the end of class. Pick up your mats and put in the designated areas as instructed by the teacher if not obvious.

• Please treat everything in the room as your own. Any damage to the room or equipment shall be charged accordingly.
• Students/participants are kindly requested to take care of their belongings. Management shall not be responsible for any loss.
• Any damage to Hare Rama Institute property/course material shall be charged accordingly.
• Visitors of students/participants are allowed only between 10:30 am – 6:30 pm No visitors are allowed in the room
Student/participant bears full material and legal responsibility for any loss, damages or destruction of furnishing/appliances / or any other property resulting from his/her fault or from the fault of his/her visitors.
• Children have to be under constant care and supervision of adults. Damages or losses caused by children are the responsibility of their guardians.
• No loud music is allowed on the premises.
• Entry gates of the Institute will be closed after 10:00 pm daily. No person will be allowed to enter / exit after 10:00 pm. If anyone is found outside the campus after 10:00 pm, it will be considered as a violation of the Institute’s discipline and laws.
• Being in possession or consuming non-vegetarian food/alcohol/tobacco (smoking/chewing) and use of illicit drugs is STRICTLY PROHIBITED in the Institute premises.
• Residential members are strictly not allowed to stay overnight outside the Institute.
• All lights must be turned off by 10:30 pm latest.
• No room service is provided..
• In case of violations of the points mentioned above, management reserves the right to ask the person to leave the premises without entertaining any claim for refund

• All classes are mandatory.
• Only in case of illness are you excused from class. Also, in this case, if you are capable you should at least come to class to observe and take notes.
• You are expected to be in class on time, if you are running 10 mins late according to the class time, you will not be permitted to join the class.
• Repeatedly being late or missing classes without an excuse will be grounds for dismissal from the course.

• During your training, you will be provided simple but delicious sattvic food.
• The menu consists of three simple vegetarian meals and is not up for discussion or exceptions (unless having allergies: please let us know in advance).
• Yogic lifestyle is not demanding of a high-protein diet. Enough protein is supplied by lentils and vegetables in our meals.
• If you need to supplement your diet with extra foods, you may purchase nuts, vitamins, etc from local shops at your own expense. We ask that you do not eat unhealthy/non-vegetarian foods.

• Your admission to this course does not guarantee a certificate. You will be evaluated by your teaching practicums, behaviour, progress, and full attendance.

• Any health-related advice and suggestions given at Hare Rama Institute should not be used for diagnosing purposes or be substituted for medical advice.
• Always consult your doctor or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health. Consult your physician before changing your diet, starting an exercise (yoga) program.
• It is the sole responsibility of the students/participants to consult a physician prior to and regarding their participation in the programmes offered by Hare Rama Institute.
• Students/participants are responsible for their own well-being during the class and are advised to practice at their own pace, understanding their limitations. Students/participants are required to inform their teacher if there have been any changes in their medical / health condition which might affect their participation.
• In the event that a student falls ill during school hours, the school will administer immediate first aid and promptly transport the student to the nearest medical facility or doctor for further medical attention.
• It is important to note that all medical expenses incurred as a result of the student's illness or injury shall be the sole responsibility of the student. The school will not be liable for any medical costs or expenses arising from such situations.
• Therefore, it is strongly advised that all students have valid and up-to-date health insurance coverage. Health insurance will ensure that the student's medical expenses are appropriately covered, minimizing any financial burden that may arise from unexpected illnesses or injuries.
• The school will assist in facilitating the necessary arrangements for medical attention and transportation in case of a student's illness or injury. However, the student or their guardian shall be solely responsible for any associated costs, including but not limited to consultation fees, medical procedures, medications, hospitalization, and any other related expenses.

• Our classes, by default, are not suitable for students who are either pregnant or have a Severe Illness or had a Recent surgery.

• Hare Rama Institute does not provide liability insurance for the protection of children, parents, visitors, or others who may participate in any of our programmes.
• In consideration for their participation in any programme, the participants do hereby release and forever discharge Hare Rama Institute and its directors, teachers, office bearers, and employees, jointly and severally from any and all actions, causes of actions, claims and demands for, upon or by reason of any damage, loss or injury, which hereafter may be sustained by participating in any of our programmes. This release extends and applies to, and also covers and includes, all unknown, unforeseen, unanticipated and unsuspected injuries, damages, loss and liability and the consequences thereof, as well as those now disclosed and known to exist.

• Hare Rama Institute has a NO-REFUND policy for all its programmes.

Your privacy is important to Hare Rama Institute. Please read this privacy policy carefully as it contains important information.

(A). The Personal Information We Collect and Use

We may collect any or all of the information that you give us depending on the registration and other kind of form, including your name, address, telephone number, gender, and email address, and course are you looking for.

Information about your computer hardware and software may be automatically collected by Hare Rama Institute. This information can include: your IP address, browser type, domain names, access times and referring website addresses. This information is used for the operation of the service, to maintain quality of the service, and to provide general statistics regarding use of the Hare Rama Institute Website(www.hareramainstitute.com).

(B). Third Parties

Hare Rama Institute does not and will not share, sell or deal in personal or customer information with any third party other than our service providers who assist us in providing the information and/or services we are providing to you.

We may, however, use in a general sense, without any reference to your name, your information to create marketing statistics, identify user demands and to assist it in meeting customer needs generally. In addition, we may use the information that you provide to improve our website and services but not for any other use.

(C). Privacy Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about our privacy policy you may contact us using the information below:

By e-mail: hareramainstitute@gmail.com

We reserve the right to make changes to this policy. Any changes to this policy will be posted here.