Heart Life – Retreats and Healing Events

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. THIS DOCUMENT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.

This Participant Agreement, Waiver, and Release of Liability ("Agreement") is entered into between Heart Life LLC ("the Company") and the undersigned participant ("Participant," "I," "me"). This Agreement applies to the retreat or event for which I have registered, including any Heart Life retreat or healing event I attend while this Agreement remains in effect (each, the "Retreat").

1. The Retreat

The Retreat is a residential or day program that may include, without limitation: breathwork sessions, seated and walking meditation, group healing sessions, heart-coherence practices, group discussions, shared meals, ground transportation, and optional excursions and recreational activities at or around the venue (collectively, the "Activities"). The Retreat may be held in the United States or internationally.

2. Not Medical Treatment

The Retreat and its Activities are educational and experiential in nature. They are not medical care, psychotherapy, or a substitute for treatment or advice from a licensed physician or mental health professional. The Company and its facilitators do not diagnose, treat, or cure any medical or psychological condition. I agree to consult my physician before attending if I have any condition that could be affected by participation.

3. Health Representation and Screening

I represent that I have answered all pre-registration health screening questions truthfully and completely. I understand that breathwork and intensive meditation can produce strong physiological and psychological effects, and that participation is not appropriate for individuals who are pregnant or who have a history of or are currently experiencing: cardiovascular disease, uncontrolled high blood pressure, stroke, aneurysm, seizure disorders or epilepsy, glaucoma or detached retina, recent surgery or serious injury, severe asthma, or a psychiatric condition involving psychosis, bipolar disorder, or hospitalization for a mental health crisis. I confirm that none of these apply to me, or that I have disclosed them to the Company in writing and obtained written clearance from my physician.

I agree that the Company may decline or revoke my registration based on health screening, in which case my payments will be refunded in full.

4. Assumption of Risk

I understand that participation in the Retreat involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:

- Activity risks: physical injury; fainting, dizziness, muscle cramping (tetany), hyperventilation effects, or intense emotional or psychological experiences arising from breathwork and meditation;

- Travel risks: the risks of travel to and within the Retreat location, including road travel, differing safety standards, and — for international locations — medical facilities and emergency response that may differ substantially from those in my home country;

- Environmental risks: heat, sun exposure, water activities, insect-borne illness, food- and water-borne illness;

- General risks: illness, accident, loss or damage to personal property, and events beyond the Company's control.

I KNOWINGLY AND VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, BOTH KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, AND ACCEPT PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY INJURY, ILLNESS, DAMAGE, OR LOSS ARISING FROM MY PARTICIPATION.

5. Travel Insurance (Required for International Retreats)

For any Retreat held outside my home country, I agree to obtain, prior to arrival, travel insurance that includes coverage for overseas medical treatment and emergency medical evacuation, valid for the full duration of the Retreat. I understand the Company does not provide insurance of any kind on my behalf and that all medical costs I incur are my sole responsibility.

6. Release and Waiver of Liability

In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Retreat, I, ON BEHALF OF MYSELF AND MY HEIRS, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, AND ASSIGNS, HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE HEART LIFE LLC, ITS OWNERS, FACILITATORS, CO-FACILITATORS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, AGENTS, AND ASSIGNS (COLLECTIVELY, THE "RELEASED PARTIES") FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO MY PARTICIPATION IN THE RETREAT, INCLUDING CLAIMS ARISING FROM THE ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW.

This release does not apply to claims arising from gross negligence, willful misconduct, or any liability that cannot be waived as a matter of law.

7. Indemnification

I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any third-party claims, damages, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of my acts or omissions during the Retreat.

8. Emergency Medical Authorization

If I am injured or become ill and am unable to communicate, I authorize the Company to arrange emergency medical treatment and transportation on my behalf, at my expense.

9. Conduct and Removal

The Company may remove me from the Retreat, without refund, if my conduct endangers or substantially disturbs others, or if I attend sessions under the influence of alcohol or non-prescribed mind-altering substances.

10. Cancellation and Refunds

No refunds. All deposits and registration payments are non-refundable and non-transferable except by explicit written permission from the Company if I cancel, change my mind, or fail to attend for any reason.

Force majeure. If the Retreat is prevented or cancelled by an extraordinary event or circumstance beyond the control of both parties — such as earthquake, pandemic, flood, drought, or volcanic eruption — my payments, including my deposit, will not be refunded, but will be transferable to a future Heart Life retreat within five (5) years of the originally booked date, subject to availability and any applicable rate changes. The Company will make reasonable efforts to assist me in these instances.

Company cancellation. If the Company cancels the Retreat for any reason other than force majeure, or revokes my registration for any reason other than my breach of this Agreement (including health screening under Section 3 or conduct under Section 9), my payments will be refunded in full.

I am encouraged to obtain trip cancellation insurance.

11. Media Release

I understand that photographs and video may be taken during the Retreat. I grant the Company the right to use my image and likeness in its publications, website, and social media for marketing purposes, without compensation.

12. General Provisions

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the Retreat shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Travis County, Texas, and I consent to jurisdiction and venue there. If any provision is held invalid, the remainder remains in full force and effect. This Agreement is the entire agreement between the parties regarding its subject matter and supersedes all prior agreements. I am at least 18 years of age, of sound mind, and sign voluntarily.