Client waiver

This Release of Liability, Waiver and Assumption of Risk ("Waiver") is between you ("Client", "I") and Anne Arellano, doing business as ARC Method ("Coach"). By booking a session, buying an online program, checking "I agree" on a booking or checkout form, or signing below, I agree to the following.

What this covers

Private and group coaching in handstands, inversions, flexibility, strength, balance and related movement ("Sessions"), whether online by video call or in person; online programs, courses and pre-recorded videos I buy from the Coach ("Programs"); and any training plan, video, report or practice I do on my own based on the Coach's guidance ("Training"). In this Waiver, "Training" includes Programs.

Risks I understand

Going upside down and training mobility and strength carry real risks. These include falls, sprains, strains, joint injuries to wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck and back, head injury, dizziness, muscle soreness, aggravation of an existing condition and, in rare cases, serious injury. Some risks come from my own movements, my space, my equipment or my choice to train alone.

My health and readiness

• I am physically able to take part. If I have any medical condition, injury, high blood pressure, glaucoma, a heart condition, recent surgery, or am pregnant, I will get clearance from my doctor before training.
• I will tell the Coach about any injury, condition or limitation before each Session, and update her if anything changes.
• I will stop and tell the Coach if I feel pain, dizziness or anything unusual. I know my own body and I'm allowed to skip any exercise.

Not medical advice

The Coach is a movement coach, not a doctor, physical therapist or other licensed health professional. Nothing in the Sessions or Training is medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Online sessions and training on my own

For online Sessions and solo Training I am responsible for my space and setup: a clear area with nothing to hit or fall into, a stable wall, a non-slip surface or mat, and good lighting so the Coach can see me. The Coach can only guide what she can see on camera and cannot catch or spot me. I choose when, where and how hard to train on my own.

Online programs and pre-recorded videos

Programs are general instruction, not personalized coaching. Unless I've booked a live Session, the Coach does not watch me train, check my form, or adjust the Program to my body, history or level. I choose which exercises and progressions to try, I use the easier options when I need them, and I follow the safety cues given in each lesson. I won't attempt a skill I'm not ready for.

In-person sessions

In-person Sessions take place at a location in the Los Angeles area confirmed by email. Hands-on spotting or adjustments may be used to help me; I can say no to any physical contact at any time. I am responsible for my personal belongings. If I am injured or become ill, I consent to first aid and to emergency medical care, and I am responsible for any resulting medical costs.

Assumption of risk

I take part voluntarily. I knowingly and freely assume all risks, both known and unknown, of the Sessions and Training, even if they come from the ordinary negligence of the Coach.

Release of liability

To the fullest extent allowed by law, I release, waive and agree not to sue Anne Arellano, ARC Method, and her agents and any venue she uses ("Released Parties") for any injury, loss, damage or claim arising from the Sessions or Training, including claims caused by the ordinary negligence of the Released Parties. This does not release claims for gross negligence or intentional misconduct. I agree to cover the Released Parties' costs if I bring a claim this Waiver releases.

Photos and video

Online Sessions are not recorded unless I ask. Clips I send the Coach stay private. The Coach will only share my image, video or name publicly (for example on Instagram) with my separate permission.

Age

I am 18 years of age or older.

Payment, rescheduling and refunds

Sessions are paid when booked. I can reschedule or cancel up to 24 hours before the start time. Later cancellations and no-shows are not refunded.

Programs are paid at checkout. Because they are digital and available right away, Programs are non-refundable once I have access, unless the product page states a different refund policy.

Program content and personal use

All Program videos, plans and materials belong to the Coach. My purchase gives me a personal, non-transferable license to use them for my own training. I won't share my login, download or re-upload the videos, or copy, resell or distribute any of the content.

The whole agreement

This Waiver is governed by the laws of the State of California. If any part is found unenforceable, the rest stays in full effect. This Waiver applies to every Session I book and every Program I buy from the Coach until I tell her in writing that I withdraw it, and it binds my heirs and representatives.

I have read this Waiver, I understand it, and I am giving up substantial rights by agreeing to it.