Terms, Disclaimer & Legal Notice

Effective Date: February 01, 2020 | Last Updated: March 25, 2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE: By visiting our website, submitting an enquiry, making a payment, or registering for any program at Samadhi Yoga Ashram, you confirm that you have carefully read, fully understood, and unconditionally agreed to be bound by all terms set out on this page. Please do not proceed with enrollment or payment if you do not agree to these Terms in their entirety.

These Terms, Disclaimer & Legal Notice govern all interactions with Samadhi Yoga Ashram through our website (https://samadhiyogaashram.com/) and participation in all residential and online programs including Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training Courses (100/200/300/500 Hour YTTC) in Rishikesh and Bali, Kundalini Yoga TTC, Ayurveda TTC, Reiki Training, Yin Yoga TTC, Kids and Prenatal Yoga TTC, Yoga and Meditation Retreats, Online YTTC Programs, and Drop-In Yoga Classes.

1. Definitions

• ‘You’, ‘Student’, or ‘Applicant’ refers to any individual who visits our website, submits an enquiry, or enrolls in any Samadhi Yoga Ashram program.
• ‘We’, ‘Our’, or ‘SYA’ refers to Samadhi Yoga Ashram.
• ‘Programs’ refers collectively to all yoga teacher training courses, retreat offerings, online certifications, short courses, and drop-in classes offered by Samadhi Yoga Ashram.
• ‘Enrollment Partner’ refers to Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd., SYA’s authorized enrollment consultation and facilitation partner.
• ‘Enrollment Consultation Fee’ refers to the 20% advance fee collected by Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd. prior to the student’s arrival in India.
• ‘Course Fee Balance’ refers to the remaining 80% of the total program fee paid directly to Samadhi Yoga Ashram upon arrival.
• ‘Batch Commencement Date’ refers to the officially scheduled start date of the program in which the student is enrolled.
• ‘Written Intimation’ means a formal written communication sent by email to contact@samadhiyogaashram.com.
• ‘Official Channels’ means exclusively the Samadhi Yoga Ashram website, official email addresses, and authorized representatives. Information from third-party agents, travel aggregators, blogs, or social media pages not officially managed by SYA is not binding.

2. Eligibility & Admission

By registering for any Samadhi Yoga Ashram program, you confirm that you satisfy all of the following eligibility conditions:

• You are a minimum of 18 years of age. Applicants aged 16 to 17 may be considered for enrollment upon submission of verified written consent from a parent or legal guardian before the registration is confirmed.
• You are in adequate physical and mental health to voluntarily participate in the selected program. By enrolling, you accept full personal responsibility for this self-assessment.
• You have a working proficiency in the English language. All instruction, course materials, examinations, and daily communications at Samadhi Yoga Ashram are conducted in English.

Samadhi Yoga Ashram reserves the right to decline or cancel any enrollment at its sole discretion where an applicant is found to be physically or medically unfit, has provided false or misleading information, or does not meet the stated eligibility criteria. The Terms in effect at the time of enrollment confirmation shall govern each individual booking.

Enrollment is formally confirmed only upon receipt of the Enrollment Consultation Fee by Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd. and the issuance of a written enrollment confirmation from Samadhi Yoga Ashram via Official Channels.

3. Ashram Code of Conduct

Samadhi Yoga Ashram is a sacred spiritual institution rooted in the Himalayan tradition of Kriya Yoga — it is a place of genuine inner transformation, yogic discipline, and dedicated learning. All students are expected to honour and uphold the ashram’s values, atmosphere, and lifestyle for the full duration of their program.

3.1 Student Responsibilities

• Attend all scheduled sessions, classes, meditation practices, and training activities as per the published daily timetable
• Demonstrate sincere respect for all teachers, ashram staff, and fellow students at all times
• Maintain punctuality and active participation in all academic and practical sessions
• Notify the ashram administration in advance of any absence necessitated by a genuine emergency
• Return to the ashram premises by 9:45 PM each evening. Ashram gates close at 10:00 PM
• Observe appropriate silence during meals, meditation sessions, and designated quiet hours
• Disclose all pre-existing medical conditions, injuries, allergies, and physical or mental health limitations at the time of registration and prior to arrival at the ashram

3.2 Conduct Strictly Prohibited on Ashram Premises

The following behaviours are prohibited on all Samadhi Yoga Ashram premises and during all program activities:

• Consumption of alcohol, tobacco products, recreational drugs, non-vegetarian food, or any intoxicating substances
• Any form of bullying, harassment, sexual misconduct, verbal abuse, or discriminatory behaviour directed at students, staff, faculty, or visitors
• Willful damage to ashram property or deliberate disruption of the ashram’s spiritual environment
• Practising yoga in swimwear, bikinis, or any attire deemed inappropriate by ashram administration
• Use of mobile phones and electronic devices inside the yoga hall or meditation space. All devices must be switched off during practice sessions
• Photography, video, or audio recording during any class or session without prior written permission from ashram management

3.3 Disciplinary Procedures

Violation of the Ashram Code of Conduct may result in any one or more of the following actions, at the sole discretion of Samadhi Yoga Ashram management: a formal verbal warning and counselling session; temporary suspension from classes and practices; or permanent dismissal from the program without refund, credit, or transfer of any fees paid. Samadhi Yoga Ashram’s decision in all disciplinary matters is final and binding on all parties.

4. Attendance, Examinations & Certification

4.1 Attendance Policy

• All students are required to attend every scheduled class, practice session, and training activity as per the daily program timetable
• A minimum attendance record of 90% is mandatory to be eligible for certification at the conclusion of the program
• Unauthorised or unexplained absences will negatively affect certification eligibility irrespective of other academic performance

4.2 Assessment & Examinations

• All programs conclude with practical, written, and/or theory-based assessments
• Failure to participate in scheduled examinations, or submission of incomplete assessments, will result in non-issuance of the certification
• Students who do not achieve a passing grade in their first assessment attempt may be offered one re-examination opportunity within the same batch, subject to faculty availability

4.3 Certification

• Certification is awarded upon successful completion of all program requirements including minimum attendance, examinations, and full adherence to the Ashram Code of Conduct throughout the duration of the course
• Payment of the full program fee in no way guarantees automatic issuance of a certificate. Certification at Samadhi Yoga Ashram must be earned through dedicated participation and academic achievement
• Yoga Alliance registration following program completion is subject to Yoga Alliance’s own independent eligibility requirements, which are entirely outside Samadhi Yoga Ashram’s control

5. Total Program Fee Structure — Complete Breakdown

IMPORTANT: The total published fee for all Samadhi Yoga Ashram programs comprises two distinct and independent components. Together these constitute 100% of the total program fee. Please read this section fully before making any payment.

All program fees at Samadhi Yoga Ashram are structured as follows:

5.1 Component 1 — Enrollment Consultation & Facilitation Fee (20% of Total Fee)

This component is collected independently by Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd., our authorized enrollment consultation partner, in its own capacity. This fee is charged in consideration of the full suite of pre-enrollment consultation services delivered directly to the student by Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd., which include:

• A personalised spiritual and academic needs assessment to understand your yoga background, goals, and experience level
• Matching you with the most appropriate program — whether Multi-Style YTTC, Kundalini YTTC, Ayurveda TTC, Retreat, or online course — based on your profile
• Pre-arrival orientation covering ashram life, daily timetables, packing guidance, and spiritual preparation
• Facilitating smooth communication between you and the Samadhi Yoga Ashram administration during the enrollment process
• Issuing your formal enrollment confirmation documentation
• Providing ongoing pre-arrival support until the commencement of your program

This fee is payable before your departure from your home country and is non-refundable, as the consultation service is considered fully delivered upon the issuance of your enrollment confirmation. Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd. issues its own independent invoice for this component.

5.2 GST Treatment on the Enrollment Consultation Fee

For Indian Students:

The enrollment consultation fee is subject to Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the rate of 18% under SAC Code 998313 (Enrollment Consultation and Facilitation Services). GST is charged in addition to the consultation fee and is shown as a separate line item on the GST-compliant invoice issued by Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Indian students who are registered GST entities may be eligible to claim Input Tax Credit (ITC) on this component, subject to applicable conditions.

For International Students:

The enrollment consultation fee qualifies as an export of service under Section 2(6) of the Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) Act, 2017, provided the following conditions are met: the service provider (Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd.) is situated in India; the recipient is located outside India at the time of payment; the place of supply is determined to be outside India; and payment is received in convertible foreign exchange through proper banking channels. As a zero-rated supply under the IGST Act, no GST is applicable on this component for international students. A zero-rated invoice is issued in the relevant foreign currency referencing the applicable Letter of Undertaking (LUT) filed by Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd. with the GST authorities. Payment must be made by international bank transfer in foreign currency (USD, EUR, or other convertible currency) for the zero-rating treatment to apply.

5.3 Component 2 — Course Fee Balance (80% of Total Fee)

The course fee balance is payable directly to Samadhi Yoga Ashram on your arrival at the ashram and must be settled in full within two (2) calendar days of arrival. Failure to complete payment within this window may result in cancellation of your enrollment at the ashram’s discretion. This component covers all tuition, accommodation, daily vegetarian meals, course materials, and program certification as specified for your selected course.

5.4 Accepted Payment Methods

• Cash: USD (US Dollars), EUR (Euros), INR (Indian Rupees)
• Credit/Debit Card: A 5% bank transaction surcharge is applied and is payable by the student
• Bank Transfer / Wire Transfer: Please contact the ashram administration for banking details. Any international transfer charges are borne by the student
• UPI (India only): Available for INR payments on ashram premises

5.5 Independence of Each Entity

Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd. and Samadhi Yoga Ashram are independent legal entities, each solely responsible for their respective fee collections, invoicing, and tax compliance. Queries or disputes concerning the Enrollment Consultation Fee should be directed to Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Queries or disputes concerning the Course Fee Balance should be addressed to Samadhi Yoga Ashram directly.

6. What Is Included & Not Included in the Course Fee (80% Component)

6.1 Included in the Course Fee

• All scheduled tuition sessions including asana, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, anatomy, and teaching methodology classes
• Accommodation for the full duration of your enrolled program as per the selected room category
• Three daily vegetarian meals — breakfast, lunch, and dinner — prepared fresh in the ashram kitchen in accordance with sattvic dietary principles
• Course study materials, printed manuals, yoga props, neti pots, and all program learning resources
• Certification upon successful completion of all academic and attendance requirements (subject to Section 4.3 above)

6.2 Not Included in the Course Fee

• All travel costs including international and domestic flights, trains, buses, taxis, and airport transfers
• Personal expenses such as laundry, phone and internet charges, shopping, sightseeing excursions, and personal care products
• Travel, health, or trip cancellation insurance. Students are strongly advised to arrange comprehensive personal insurance prior to departure from their home country
• Any medical treatment, hospital visits, or prescription medication costs incurred during the stay
• Visa application fees and all passport or travel document processing charges
• Additional accommodation or meals required beyond the official course period
• Any costs arising from early departure from the program, overstaying the course period, or requesting services not included in the published program itinerary
• 5% surcharge applicable to credit or debit card payments

7. Intellectual Property & Copyright

All content on the Samadhi Yoga Ashram website — including Kriya Yoga teachings, course curriculum descriptions, articles, blog content, images, videos, spiritual texts, logos, and brand materials — is the exclusive intellectual property of Samadhi Yoga Ashram and is protected under the Copyright Act, 1957 (India) and applicable international copyright conventions. You are expressly prohibited from reproducing, copying, redistributing, republishing, or creating derivative works from any content without obtaining prior written authorisation from Samadhi Yoga Ashram. Infringement of our intellectual property rights may result in legal action under Indian and international law.

8. Accommodation & Facilities

• Room allocation is made on the basis of your enrollment category and availability at the time of your arrival
• Samadhi Yoga Ashram reserves the right to adjust room allocations for operational or maintenance reasons. An equivalent or superior room will be provided wherever possible
• Visitors are not permitted in student accommodation areas without prior written authorisation from ashram administration
• Students who remain on ashram premises beyond the official course end date will be charged at the applicable daily rate for accommodation and meals
• Any damage caused by a student to ashram property will be charged to the student at the full replacement or repair cost
• All personal belongings, valuables, and travel documents are the sole responsibility of the student. Samadhi Yoga Ashram accepts no liability for loss, theft, or damage of personal items during the stay

9. Health, Safety & Medical Disclosure

Participation in residential yoga and spiritual programs involves intensive physical and mental engagement. By enrolling in any Samadhi Yoga Ashram program, you acknowledge and agree as follows:

• You must disclose all pre-existing medical conditions, physical injuries, allergies, chronic illnesses, and mental health considerations at the time of registration and again on arrival at the ashram
• Failure to disclose relevant health information that subsequently poses a risk to the student or others may result in dismissal from the program without refund
• You confirm that you are medically and physically capable of participating voluntarily in the selected program
• You have consulted or will consult a qualified healthcare professional before joining the program if you have any pre-existing health concern
• Basic first aid facilities are available on the ashram premises. In the event of a medical emergency, the ashram will assist in arranging transport to the nearest hospital or medical facility. All associated medical, ambulance, and transport costs are the sole responsibility of the student
• Students should carry a sufficient personal supply of any ongoing prescription medications required throughout the duration of their stay
• All students are strongly encouraged to obtain comprehensive personal health and travel insurance before departing from their home country

Samadhi Yoga Ashram, its founder, teachers, staff, and authorised representatives shall not be held liable for any injury, illness, health complication, aggravation of a pre-existing condition, loss of personal property, or any other adverse event — direct or indirect — sustained during or as a result of participation in our programs or residency on our premises.

10. Student Reviews & User-Generated Content

Samadhi Yoga Ashram welcomes sincere and authentic student reviews and testimonials. By submitting a review, comment, or testimonial on our website, social media channels, or any affiliated platform, you confirm that the content is truthful, based on your genuine personal experience, and free from defamatory, offensive, misleading, or legally infringing material. You grant Samadhi Yoga Ashram a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to reproduce, edit, translate, and publish your submission across any format or channel. Samadhi Yoga Ashram reserves the right to review, moderate, and remove any user-generated content at its sole discretion without prior notice or explanation.

11. Hyperlinking Policy

The following categories of organisations may link to the Samadhi Yoga Ashram website without requiring prior written approval: recognised search engines, accredited news organisations, government agencies, certified educational and spiritual institutions, and appropriate online directory services. All links must accurately represent the nature of the relationship, must not be misleading, and must not imply any endorsement, partnership, or sponsorship by Samadhi Yoga Ashram without our express written consent. All other linking requests should be submitted to contact@samadhiyogaashram.com.

12. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for informational convenience. The inclusion of such links does not imply any endorsement of or responsibility for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of those external sites. Visiting any third-party link from our website is entirely at your own risk, and we strongly encourage you to review the privacy and terms policies of each external website you visit.

13. General Disclaimer

All information published on the Samadhi Yoga Ashram website is provided for general informational and promotional purposes only. While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, Samadhi Yoga Ashram makes no warranty, express or implied, regarding the completeness, currency, or fitness of any content for a specific purpose. Program schedules, fees, course structures, and service descriptions are subject to revision; the most current information is always available on our official website. Minor adjustments to program scheduling or service delivery made to maintain the quality and integrity of the ashram experience shall not constitute a breach of these Terms or entitle any student to a refund or compensation. For ashram-initiated batch cancellations or full reschedules, the provisions set out in Section 3.4 of the Support, Grievance & Refund Policy shall apply.

14. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable Indian law, the total liability of Samadhi Yoga Ashram under these Terms, for any claim of any nature, shall not exceed the total course fee balance (80% component) actually paid by the student directly to Samadhi Yoga Ashram. Samadhi Yoga Ashram accepts no liability whatsoever in respect of the Enrollment Consultation Fee (20% component) collected independently by Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd., which is a separate legal entity; any claim relating to that component must be directed to Proponent Technologies Pvt. Ltd. directly. Samadhi Yoga Ashram shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages including loss of income, costs of travel, visa expenditure, alternative accommodation costs, or emotional distress arising from any cause whatsoever.

15. Governing Law, Dispute Resolution & Arbitration

• These Terms are exclusively governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India
• In the event of a dispute arising from these Terms or from the student’s participation in any SYA program, both parties shall first endeavour to resolve the matter through good-faith mutual negotiation for a minimum period of 30 days following written notice of the dispute
• If the dispute remains unresolved after this period, it shall be referred to a sole arbitrator mutually appointed by both parties. Arbitration shall be conducted in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (as amended), with Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India as the seat of arbitration
• The courts of Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any matters not subject to arbitration under these Terms
• International students, by proceeding with enrollment, expressly consent to the application of Indian law and the jurisdiction of Rishikesh courts, and waive any right to object to such venue or jurisdiction

16. Amendments to These Terms

Samadhi Yoga Ashram reserves the right to revise or update any part of these Terms at any time. All revisions will be published on the official website with an updated effective date. Students are advised to review these Terms periodically. The Terms in effect at the time of a student’s enrollment confirmation shall govern that booking, except where a revision is necessitated by applicable law.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms & Conditions, read together with the enrollment confirmation issued by Samadhi Yoga Ashram via Official Channels, constitute the entire and complete agreement between the student and Samadhi Yoga Ashram. No verbal assurances, WhatsApp conversations, social media communications, or representations made by any individual — including ashram staff, consultants, or third-party agents — shall override or supplement these written Terms unless confirmed in writing by Samadhi Yoga Ashram’s authorised management via official email.

Reach Out To Us

Samadhi Yoga Ashram

Behind Police Station, Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249302, India

• Email: contact@samadhiyogaashram.com
• Phone: (+91) 8126230256
• Website: https://samadhiyogaashram.com/contact.php