Students and guests will be admitted to the Premises during normal hours of operation.

We have a strict ‘no-late entry’ policy. Once the doors are locked, the doors are locked. Please don’t bang on the door and disturb the class. This is out of respect for the teacher and fellow yogis. Please make a conscious effort to be set up and on your mat at least a few minutes before class starts. This means allowing plenty of time for you to travel to the Shala, park and arrive without rushing.

The Premises may from time to time be closed to students and guests on particular Public Holidays and Summer Holiday periods or for exclusive private hire. Students and guests will be notified in advance of any occasion that this may occur.

Shala Yoga Bunbury may refuse admission to the Premises of any person in its absolute discretion and without giving any reason.

Opening hours are as per the class schedule.

Every student must register their own account in Mindbody to book and pay for classes. If you wish to pay by cash or bank transfer, please contact us.

In the case of Shala Yoga workshops and events, you can book and pay for multiple people via Eventbrite.

Students and guests must be appropriately attired at all times. We recommend you wear comfortable stretchy clothing. For our restorative practices such as Yin you may like to wear a jumper and socks.

Shoes are to be left outside of the practice space.

Arrive clean and fresh. Please refrain from wearing strong perfumes and scents in the practice space. These can be distracting and trigger allergies.

Shala Yoga Bunbury is committed to creating a safe, sustainable environment for our community.

We follow a path of inclusivity and acceptance, welcoming everyone to practice with us. Students and guests are expected to honour this path and be respectful of other people’s views and opinions.

Mobile devices are to be set to silent during class times.

Prior permission is required before taking photographs or digital images on the Premises.

Smoking is not permitted in any area of the Premises.

No drunkenness, bad language or other misconduct or illegal activity is permitted on the Premises.

In the event that a student/guest/client/facilitator causes damage to or destruction of any property then that student/guest/client/facilitator is fully responsible for making good all loss suffered by Shala Yoga Bunbury as a result of such damage or destruction.

Students/guests/clients/facilitators violating these Policies are subject to such action as may be deemed necessary by Shala Yoga Bunbury. Continued violation of the Policies may lead to suspension of class pass and membership privileges and ultimately expulsion from attendance by Shala Yoga Bunbury.

Students, guests and clients are expected to finalise payment prior to commencement of all classes and events.

Unfortunately we do not offer transfer of payment to other classes, passes or clients. Passes or memberships will not be extended beyond their expiry date. Please ensure you check the expiry date on your pass or membership prior to purchasing. We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, and any changes made to passes and memberships purchased are at the discretion of Shala Yoga Bunbury. Please contact us directly if you have any concerns or requests.

If you are unable to attend a class you have registered for, your registration must be cancelled 2 hours prior to the start of class to release your pass for future use. Cancellations less than two hours prior to the start of class will forfeit their pass. See more under ‘Cancellation Policy - Waitlists.’

Our Purchase Policy is in accordance with Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and consumer guarantees. We ensure that our products and services meet the standards set forth by ACL, and we handle all customer inquiries, refunds, and exchanges in a manner consistent with consumer guarantees.

As a student, guest or client of Shala Yoga Bunbury, you will be asked to provide contact information. We appreciate you providing your information, as this assists us in getting to know you better.

As a student, guest or client at Shala Yoga Bunbury, we may need to communicate with you from time to time about changes to our schedule and events and to keep you up-to-date on what’s happening at Shala Yoga Bunbury. We value your privacy and respect the sensitivity of the information provided to us, and ensure your details are kept secure. Your details will be added to our mailing list, however there is an option to unsubscribe at any time.

Your details will not be disclosed to any third parties. If you are contacted by a third party claiming to act on our behalf, or you suspect a third party have accessed your details, please contact us immediately so we are able to resolve any issues.

Children between 11 and 17 years of age, when accompanied by an adult, may take non heated classes at Shala Yoga, following approval by Shala Yoga. Email us to discuss.

Reservations must be made for both the child and parent to the same class. The parent or legal guardian must sign the liability form.

We are a small boutique studio limited to 18 mats, so we operate with a 2 hour cancellation policy which allows others to attend class if you can’t - but it only works if everyone follows the rules.

This means it’s your responsibility to effectively manage your class bookings and help us reduce the number of ’late cancels’ and ‘no-shows’.

If you can’t make class please always cancel your booking in Mindbody, the same way you booked. We cannot process cancellations via the phone or email.

You can cancel class up to 2 hours before start-time without getting penalised. This is defined as an ‘early cancel’.

If you cancel within the 2 hours before start-time, this is defined as a ‘late cancel’.

If you don't cancel you will be marked as a ‘no-show’.

Both ‘late cancels’ and 'no-shows' involve penalties. If you booked in with a Causal Pass you will lose your pass. If you booked in via our Intro Offer or one of our Memberships, you may be fined a fee of $15. Future booking restrictions may be applied following repeated bad behaviour. So please cancel your booking if you can no longer attend.

All tickets sold for events and workshops by Shala Yoga are final and non-refundable. We do not offer refunds or credit on events/workshops for change of mind, injury, illness, or any other reason. If you can no longer attend an event or workshop, you are welcome to find another person to take your spot. Please notify us of any change of attendee via email. 

We are not responsible for the sales or administration of any events or workshops run by a 3rd Party Facilitator who has hired Shala Yoga. Please get in touch with the Facilitator with your questions.

Deposits paid are final and non-refundable. Cancellations given more than 1 month before the start date will receive the remainder of payment refunded, only if the spot can be filled.

We do not offer refunds or credit on retreats for change of mind, injury, illness, or any other reason. Please get the necessary Travel Insurance to cover any unexpected circumstances.

Any other specific terms as per the cancellation policy for a specific retreat will be published at the time of launch.

Each class allows a maximum of 5 students to join the waitlist. Only book onto a waitlist if you genuinely want to go to class. Don’t book in if you’re not sure or unable to check the status of your booking, especially in the lead up to that class. 

You can add yourself onto a waitlist up until 2 hours before class (unless already full). You must have a valid payment to join a Waitlist. Your payment will be credited back to your Mindbody account if you’re not successful in joining the class.

If someone cancels their place in the class before the 2 hour cancellation policy and you are next in line on the Waitlist, you will move into the class. You will be notified by email or text message if you have subscribed to our Schedule Updates communications, otherwise you need to check your status manually in Mindbody.

If someone cancels their place in the class after the 2 hour cancellation policy only people on the waitlist who are subscribed to our Schedule Updates communications will receive an email or text message inviting them to claim the spot. The first person to respond automatically moves into the class.

We highly recommend that you subscribe to our communications to benefit from Waitlists.

Students, guests and clients with an injury or health issue that may affect their ability to participate in a class or event, must get the all-clear from their doctor/specialist to attend/return to the Premises.

Any injury sustained at the Premises must be reported to Shala Yoga Bunbury and its teacher at the time of the event and the student agrees to complete an Incident Report Form.

Students, guests and clients must notify Shala Yoga Bunbury and its teachers of any injury or health issue, or any other reason they are not capable of participating in a class or event prior to its commencement.

Shala Yoga Bunbury and its teachers are not medically trained and are therefore not qualified to assess whether students are in good physical condition and/or that students can engage in active or passive exercise without detriment to their health, safety, comfort or physical condition.

Students, guests and clients are responsible for their own health and wellbeing. Shala Yoga Bunbury is not liable for any injuries or health issues that may be aggravated or arise during a class or event.

Students, guests and clients are advised they must take expert advice prior to commencing any exercise program if they are in any doubt about their ability to engage in active or passive yoga practice.

Students, guests and clients who are feeling unwell, suffering from any infections or contagious illness, disease or other ailment or whilst suffering from any physical ailment such as open cuts or sores or minor infections where there is a risk, however small, to teachers and other members should stay at home to rest and recuperate. Students should cancel any booked classes to avoid being charged as a ‘no-show’.

Students, guests and clients waive Shala Yoga Bunbury and its teachers from any liability and release and discharge Shala Yoga Bunbury and its teachers from any liability for any injuries, loses, damages, costs, charges, expenses or liabilities incurred arising out of involvement in activities of Shala Yoga Bunbury and its teachers whatsoever or howsoever occurring whether arising from the negligence of Shala Yoga Bunbury, its employees, agents and instructors or otherwise.

By attending any class, workshop, event or retreat at or with Shala Yoga Bunbury, you agree to the following:

If at any time you feel discomfort or strain, gently come out of the posture. You may rest at any time during the class. It is important in yoga that you listen to your body, and respect its limits on any given day. You understand that yoga includes physical movements as well as an opportunity for relaxation, stress re-education and relief of muscular tension. As is the case with any physical activity, the risk of injury, even serious or disabling, is always present and cannot be entirely eliminated. If you experience any pain or discomfort, you will listen to your body, discontinue the activity, and ask for support from the teacher. You will continue to breathe smoothly. You assume full responsibility for any and all damages, which may incur through participation. You understand that Yoga is not a substitute for medical attention, examination, diagnosis or treatment. Yoga is not recommended and is not safe under certain medical conditions. You affirm that a licensed physician has verified your good health and physical condition to participate in such a fitness program, if required. In addition, you will make the teacher aware of any medical conditions or physical limitations before class. If you are pregnant, become pregnant or are post-natal or post-surgical, you can verify that you have your physician’s approval to participate. You also affirm that you alone are responsible to decide whether to practice yoga and participation is at your own risk. You hereby agree to irrevocably release and waive any claims that you have now or may have hereafter against Shala Yoga Bunbury and all related facilities and premises for any personal injury or negligence. Additionally, the facility, teacher and Shala Yoga Bunbury are not in any way responsible for any loss or damage of your personal property. Those under 18 years of age must have authorisation by a parent or guardian. If any portion of this release from liability shall be deemed by a Court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, then the remainder of this release from liability shall remain in full force and effect and the offending provision or provisions severed here from. You have carefully read and fully understand and agree to the above terms of this Liability Waiver Agreement. You agree voluntarily and recognise that by attending a class, workshop, event or retreat at or with Shala Yoga Bunbury serves as complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law and that it cannot be changed orally.

The studio can be hired outside of our regular class schedule and event program. If you are interested in hiring the space send us an email and we will provide you with further information about our studio, a quote for hire, available hire dates and if successful the agreed rental agreement.

As part of the hire we can help market your event with inclusion on our website, newsletter and social media, as agreed at the time of rental. All content must be provided to Shala Yoga Bunbury as soon as possible for publication. We will not chase you on content if it’s not received.

By hiring Shala Yoga Bunbury, you agree to abide by these terms and conditions:

• Once a date/time has been agreed, full payment is required 7 days after receiving our invoice to reserve the booking.

• Cancellations made by the client 30 days or more before the scheduled rental date are eligible for a 75% refund.

• Cancellations made by the client less than 30 days and up to 2 weeks before the scheduled rental date are eligible for a 50% refund.

• Cancellations made by the client less than 2 weeks before the scheduled rental date are not eligible for a refund.

• Studio Hires may reschedule a reservation once, subject to availability at no additional charge, provided notice is given at least 30 days before the original rental date. Reschedules within the 30 day period will incur an additional 15% charge, which must be paid within 7 days of receiving our invoice to reschedule the booking.

• Studio Hires are expected to attend a ‘studio walk-through’ ahead of the hire to learn how to open and close the studio in accordance with the hire agreement. Studio Hires should make this appointment with Shala Yoga Bunbury via email.

• Studio Hires are granted access to the studio for the duration of the rental period specified in the booking. Set-up and clean-up times must be factored into the booked duration and any overrun on booked time will be charged at $40/hr.

• Arrangements can be made with regular Studio Hires to make it easy to access and use the space.

• The studio must be used solely for the purpose of the event agreed upon at the time of booking.

• Studio Hires are responsible for ensuring that all equipment and props brought into the studio comply with safety regulations and do not cause damage to the premises. 

• Studio Hires must bring their own electronic candles and incense. Please do not burn real candles in the studio.

• Shala Yoga Bunbury, and its entities, are not liable for any injuries, damages, or losses incurred during the rental period, including but not limited to damage to personal property or bodily harm.

• Studio Hires are responsible for the behaviour and safety of themselves, their team, and any guests during the rental period.

• Studio Hires are entitled to use the studio facilities, including yoga mats, blocks, bolsters, blankets, eye pillows, straps, wifi and sonos speakers in accordance with the rental agreement.

• Studio Hires are responsible for leaving the studio space, as it was found, in a clean and orderly condition at the end of the rental period, so it’s ready for the next class.

• Studio Hires are expected to return all equipment to its original condition and location at the end of the booked period. 

• Studio Hires are responsible for the safety and security of the space during the duration of the hire. Studio Hires are responsible for any damage or breakage to provided equipment. Repair or replacement charges will apply accordingly.

• Please use cleaning products and equipment provided in the back store room and empty all bins upon leaving.

• Any damage or excessive mess caused by the client or their guests will be subject to additional charges for repair or cleaning.

• Governing Law: These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Western Australia.

• Amendments: Shala Yoga Bunbury reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Studio Hires will be notified of any changes via email or other agreed-upon communication channels.