Student & Participant Enrollment Agreement
August 10, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Skanda Sanctuary. We are honored to accompany you on your spiritual journey.
By enrolling in a Skanda Sanctuary program, you become part of a global learning community committed to mutual respect, sincerity, and lifelong learning.
This Agreement outlines the responsibilities and expectations of every student and forms part of your enrollment with Skanda Sanctuary.
For the purposes of this Agreement, "Skanda Sanctuary" refers to the School in its present form and any legal entity that may subsequently own or operate the School.
1. Acceptance of School Policies
I acknowledge that I have received, read, understood, and agree to comply with all applicable policies of Skanda Sanctuary, including but not limited to:
I understand that these policies form part of my enrollment and that failure to comply may result in disciplinary action or dismissal from the program.
2. Personal Responsibility
I acknowledge that:
I am responsible for my own physical, mental, and emotional well-being throughout the program
I will inform the School of any medical conditions, injuries, disabilities, or circumstances that may affect my participation
I understand that yoga, meditation, breathwork, and self-enquiry practices impact physical, mental and emotional aspects of the participant, and I agree to take responsibility and participate sensibly within my own limits
I will seek appropriate medical or psychological care whenever required
3. Participation & Conduct
While enrolled at Skanda Sanctuary, I agree to:
treat all students, teachers, guides, staff, and guests with dignity and respect
contribute to a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
maintain healthy professional boundaries with teachers and fellow students
refrain from discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation, or disruptive behaviour
participate honestly and respectfully in classes, discussions, and assignments
respect cultural, philosophical, and personal diversity within the Skanda community
4. Community Expectations
I understand that Skanda Sanctuary is a collaborative learning community.
Accordingly, I agree to:
communicate respectfully even when expressing disagreement
avoid gossip or behaviour that harms the community
resolve concerns through the School's established grievance process
support an atmosphere of trust, kindness, and mutual learning
refrain from behaviour that may reasonably damage the reputation or integrity of the School
5. Confidentiality
I understand that fellow students and teachers may share personal experiences during classes, discussions, mentoring sessions, or group activities.
I agree to respect the privacy of others by treating such information as confidential and not sharing personal stories, health information, recordings, photographs, discussions, or other sensitive information outside the learning environment without the explicit permission of the individual concerned.
6. Intellectual Property
I acknowledge that all course materials, recordings, manuals, presentations, assessments, videos, worksheets, educational frameworks, and other learning resources remain the intellectual property of Skanda Sanctuary or their respective authors unless otherwise stated.
I agree not to reproduce, distribute, record, upload, publish, or commercially use these materials without prior written permission from the School.
7. Photography, Audio & Video
I understand that certain sessions may be recorded for educational or marketing purposes. I provide consent for recording and sharing of my photo, audio and video by the School. In the event I do not want any of the sessions to be recorded and shared, I will inform the Guide or School in advance. I also agree not to record classes or discussions, nor share without prior permission from Skanda Sanctuary.
8. Health Disclaimer
I understand that Skanda Sanctuary provides educational instruction in yoga, meditation, breathwork, philosophy, and related disciplines.
I acknowledge that the School, its teachers, and guides do not provide medical, psychological, psychiatric, physiotherapy, or other licensed healthcare services unless explicitly stated.
I understand that participation is voluntary and that I remain responsible for consulting qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns.
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I acknowledge that participation in yoga and related practices involves inherent risks. I voluntarily accept responsibility for my participation and release Skanda Sanctuary, its teachers, guides, volunteers, and representatives from liability arising from ordinary risks associated with participation.
9. Termination of Enrollment
Skanda Sanctuary is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment for all members of its community.
Accordingly, the School reserves the right to suspend or terminate a student's enrollment where it reasonably determines that the student has materially breached this Agreement or any School policy.
Grounds for suspension or termination may include, but are not limited to:
repeated or serious violations of the Code of Conduct or other School policies
harassment, discrimination, bullying, intimidation, retaliation, or other inappropriate behaviour
conduct that threatens the safety, well-being, dignity, or learning experience of students, teachers, staff, or members of the School community
academic dishonesty, plagiarism, or misuse of School materials or intellectual property
deliberate disruption of classes or School activities;
providing false or misleading information during admission or enrollment
Where appropriate, the School may first issue a warning, require corrective action, or temporarily suspend participation before terminating enrollment. However, the School reserves the right to immediately suspend or terminate enrollment without prior warning where the seriousness of the conduct warrants such action.
10. Governing Law
Until Skanda Sanctuary becomes a registered legal entity and upon incorporation, this Agreement shall be interpreted and governed according to the laws applicable to the jurisdiction of India. Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, including its interpretation, performance, breach, or termination, shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in India.
I understand that the School may reasonably update its policies and operational procedures from time to time. Updated policies shall become binding following reasonable notice.
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