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Wellness Disclaimer

Effective Date: June 2026 | Last Reviewed: June 2026

Important notice — please read before enrolling

The programs, courses, and content offered by Ekattva Yogshala are educational and wellness offerings. They are not medical treatment, clinical therapy, or a substitute for professional healthcare advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any existing health condition, please consult a qualified healthcare professional before participating.

1. Nature of Our Programs

Ekattva Yogshala offers online and in-person yoga, pranayama, breathwork, meditation, mantra yoga, and related wellness programs (collectively, "Programs") rooted in traditional Indian wellness practices and yoga philosophy. These Programs are offered in the spirit of:

Classical Indian yoga and pranayama education
Traditional Himalayan wellness and lifestyle practices
Personal self-development and holistic well-being

Our Programs are not designed, marketed, or intended as clinical interventions, medical procedures, psychological therapy, or treatment for any physical or mental health condition.

2. Not Medical Advice

Nothing on this website, in our course materials, in our communications, or delivered during any Program — whether spoken, written, or demonstrated — constitutes:

Medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
Psychological or psychiatric therapy or counselling
Physiotherapy or physical rehabilitation
A recommendation to start, stop, or alter any prescribed medication or medical treatment

Any general wellness information shared by Ekattva Yogshala teachers is provided for educational purposes only. Individual results will vary. You should always seek the advice of a qualified physician, psychologist, or other licensed healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

3. Who Should Seek Medical Clearance Before Enrolling

We strongly recommend that you consult a qualified healthcare professional before enrolling in any Ekattva Yogshala Program if you have, or have a history of, any of the following:

Respiratory Conditions

Asthma, COPD, emphysema, or any chronic lung condition
Recent respiratory infections (including post-Covid complications)
Pulmonary hypertension or reduced lung capacity

Cardiovascular Conditions

High or low blood pressure (hypertension or hypotension)
Heart disease, arrhythmia, or history of cardiac events
History of stroke or transient ischaemic attack (TIA)

Neurological Conditions

Epilepsy or any seizure disorder
History of fainting or loss of consciousness
Traumatic brain injury

Mental Health Conditions

Severe anxiety disorder, panic disorder, or PTSD
Bipolar disorder, psychosis, or dissociative disorders
Active suicidal ideation or self-harm
Any condition currently under active psychiatric treatment

Other Conditions

Pregnancy (first trimester or high-risk pregnancy)
Recent surgery or acute physical injury
Glaucoma or other intraocular pressure conditions
Any condition for which physical exertion or breath practice has been medically contraindicated

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. If you are uncertain whether a Program is appropriate for your health situation, please write to us before enrolling.

4. Breathwork & Pranayama — Specific Notice

Pranayama and breathwork practices involve deliberate manipulation of the breath, including breath retention (Kumbhaka), rapid breathing techniques (Kapalabhati, Bhastrika), and extended exhalation patterns. When practised correctly and progressively, these techniques are safe for healthy individuals. However:

Intensive breathwork can cause lightheadedness, tingling sensations, or temporary emotional release in some individuals. These are generally transient and not harmful, but may be alarming if unexpected.
Breath retention practices are contraindicated for individuals with uncontrolled hypertension, heart conditions, epilepsy, glaucoma, or during pregnancy. If any of these apply to you, do not practise retention techniques without explicit medical clearance.
If you experience chest pain, severe dizziness, shortness of breath beyond what feels safe, or any other concerning symptom during a session, stop immediately and seek medical attention if required.

Note on teacher role: Our teachers are trained to monitor participants during live sessions and will pause or modify instruction where a concern arises. However, our teachers are not licensed medical professionals and cannot provide medical assessment or emergency care.

5. Individual Results and Testimonials

Any outcomes described on this website — including improvements in stress levels, sleep quality, focus, energy, or emotional wellbeing — reflect the individual experiences of specific students and are shared for illustrative purposes only. These outcomes are not guaranteed. Results vary significantly based on individual health status, consistency of practice, lifestyle, and other factors outside Ekattva Yogshala's control.

Testimonials, reviews, and case studies published on this website or in our marketing materials do not constitute a promise or guarantee of similar results for any other individual.

6. No Clinical or Therapeutic Claims

Where this website uses terms associated with health and wellbeing — including but not limited to "stress relief", "nervous system regulation", "anxiety support", "cortisol reduction", "sleep improvement", or "trauma-informed" — these terms describe the general wellness context and traditional purpose of yoga and pranayama practices as understood within the Indian wellness tradition. They do not constitute clinical claims, and no Program offered by Ekattva Yogshala has been evaluated, approved, or endorsed by any medical or regulatory authority, including:

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — United States
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) — United Kingdom
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) — Australia
The Ministry of AYUSH — India
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) — European Union

7. Traditional Wellness Context — AYUSH Declaration

The yoga, pranayama, breathwork, and mantra practices taught at Ekattva Yogshala are grounded in the traditional Indian systems of health and wellness as codified in classical yogic and Ayurvedic texts, including the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, and the Vedic tradition. These practices are offered as traditional wellness and lifestyle education, consistent with the framework of the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, and are not positioned as modern allopathic medical interventions.

8. Participant Responsibility and Informed Participation

By enrolling in any Ekattva Yogshala Program, you confirm that:

You have read and understood this Wellness Disclaimer in full.
You have assessed your own suitability to participate, or have obtained appropriate medical advice where relevant.
You accept full and personal responsibility for your participation in the Program, including any physical or emotional effects that may arise.
You will communicate any relevant health conditions, medications, or concerns to your teacher before the Program begins.
You understand that the teacher's guidance does not constitute medical advice, and that you retain the right and responsibility to stop any practice at any time.

9. Emergency Situations

Ekattva Yogshala teachers are not first responders and cannot provide emergency medical care. If you experience a medical emergency during any Program, stop participation immediately and contact your local emergency services.

Emergency numbers by region: India: 112 · United States: 911 · United Kingdom: 999 · European Union: 112 · Australia: 000. Do not delay seeking medical help in the event of any emergency.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Ekattva Yogshala, its founders, teachers, staff, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from your participation in any Program or your reliance on any information provided on this website, including but not limited to any physical injury, psychological distress, or adverse health outcome.

Nothing in this disclaimer limits liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, or for any matter where it would be unlawful to exclude or restrict liability.

11. Jurisdiction and Governing Law

Ekattva Yogshala is registered and operates from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India. This disclaimer is governed by the laws of India. Participants accessing our Programs from other jurisdictions do so on their own initiative and are responsible for compliance with applicable local laws. This disclaimer is intended to operate consistently across our primary participant markets, including India, the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Australia.

11.Questions and Disclosures

If you have a health condition you wish to disclose before enrolling, or if you have any questions about the suitability of a Program for your circumstances, please contact us before registering.

Ekattva Yogshala®

Email: info@spiritualpunditz.com
Website: www.ekattvayogshala.com
Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India