Terms & Conditions

Community Agreement, Terms & Conditions

Community Agreements

As we come together to learn and grow as individuals and in this community, these are suggested guidelines, meant to cultivate and support unity, open-mindedness and a learning environment for all. By registering for this course, I agree to abide by these agreements.

Privacy

We understand these courses are open to all, and are and will be used for educational purposes. Some sessions may be repurposed into other courses. We understand using our cameras is welcome and appreciated, as it enlivens the community in a sweet way. If we are uncomfortable with our voice or name being shown, we will each be responsible to turn off our videos or hide our names on our zoom account display.

Welcome, respect & learn from each other’s experience and views

Each of us has a different perspective on Reality and different experiences. There are many ways to look at a thing. If we can expand to hear all these perspectives without judgment, but with discernment, they may all be able to serve for growth. Everyone has their own background, belief system and view on various concepts. 20th century saint Kirpal Singh wrote, “Each one of us is unique in his own way. There is a divine purpose behind the life of everyone who comes into the world; no one has been created for nothing. We have something to learn from everyone. This is the mystery of humility.” We attempt to enter into community in this spirit of respect and curiosity in order to create a brave learning environment, and allow our own minds and hearts to soften and expand. We agree to respectfully take what supports our learning and leave the rest.

We understand the views of the presenters or participants do not necessarily represent the view of DrClaudiaWelch.com founders or principles.

We expect all our teachers to be mindful that our community includes participants and instructors from all over the world, potentially from every group, caste, culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or religious or non-religious affiliation. We’d like folks to be welcome and respectful of all in speech, heart and intent.

Because we are an international community, we do not expect the same expression or reflection of this inclusive intent. Not all cultures share the same understanding, perspectives on or approaches to gender, sex, religion, caste, etc. Makau Mutua, a Kenyan-American professor who taught international human rights, shares that the Western human rights movement is perceived as, “alien ideology” to many non-Western societies. “The movement does not deeply resonate in the cultural fabrics of non-Western states, except among hypocritical elites steeped in Western ideas. In order ultimately to prevail, the human rights movement must be moored in the cultures of all peoples.” ( Makau Mutua, Human Rights: A Political and Cultural Critique (2002), quoted in Clapham, Human Rights (2007), p. 161. Also quoted in Harvard International Law Journal Vol. 42. Page 208)

Because we recognize this variation in approach, we do not insist on any one way of honoring and welcoming all. Please know we welcome all and work to be sensitive to references to any of these topics, to apologize when we err and to continue to attempt to diminish our blind spots.

Share experiences, not advice

We use “I” statements in sharing our own experiences and perspectives instead of declarative statements or generalizations about the way things are or should be, or what others do or think, or should do or think.

Be responsible for our own feelings and words

When we get triggered, we can ask questions of others and ourselves, considering where we can connect and how we can expand. We can have conversations with friends, therapists or confidants outside of sessions when needed. We can breathe and use whatever mental or emotional health tools available to us to return to mental or emotional equilibrium.

Expect not to have all questions answered

This is an exploration.

Religious and philosophical freedom

We do not need to adhere to any particular religion or philosophical perspective in order to benefit from and find common ground with the material discussed.

Strive to do no harm

We are aware that thoughts, words and actions can all cause harm and try to use these carefully.

Personal consultation questions

This is not a space for personal consultations or to have personal physical, mental, emotional or spiritual health issues addressed directly. These are better addressed within the context of consultations with personal practitioners.

Respect time for other voices

We will try to be aware of how much space we take up in the classroom. This includes being conscious of how often our voice is heard in relation to other participants, keeping questions and comments focused on the topic, and taking time to process and listen before speaking.

Active listening

Seek first to understand and then to be understood (an idea we appreciate from the book, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”)

Filming & recording

We ask that no filming, video or audio recording take place during our sessions outside of the recording done by DrClaudiaWelch.com.

Terms of Service

1. Introduction

By accessing and using the services provided through DrClaudiaWelch.com, registered at PO Box 76, Calais, Vermont, 05648, U.S.A, you agree to comply with these terms and conditions. Please review them carefully, as they govern your use of the DrClaudiaWelch.com website, online and offline courses, and other services offered.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using our services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted these terms and conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use our services.

3. Changes to Terms

DrClaudiaWelch.com reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of the services after changes means you accept the updated terms.

Notification of Changes to Terms

Users will be notified of changes to these terms via email or through a notification on the website.

4. Registration and Account Responsibility

You must provide accurate information during registration. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password. You are accountable for all activities under your account.

5. Use of the Website and Services

You may use the website and services for personal, non-commercial use only. You must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Any unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of materials is prohibited.

• Fees and Payment – All applicable fees and accepted payment methods for services will be detailed on the website or during the purchase process.
• Subscription and Renewal – If subscriptions are offered, the specific terms, renewal process, and cancellation policy will be provided at the point of purchase on your classroom page.
• Course Recordings and Validity – DrClaudiaWelch.com offers online courses and programs through LearnDash–a learning platform. The course product page on the website and the course landing pages state how long you have access to the course materials. After that access ends, you may no longer access or view these recordings. It is your responsibility to review the content within the validity period. DrClaudiaWelch.com reserves the right to modify the validity period or the terms related to access to recordings, and any changes will be communicated to enrolled users.

6. Content and Intellectual Property

All content, including courses, materials, and trademarks, is owned by DrClaudiaWelch.com. You are granted a limited license to access and use the content for personal, educational purposes only.

Restrictions on Content Use

The resale, redistribution, or commercial use of content without express written consent from DrClaudiaWelch.com is prohibited.

7. User Conduct

You must not engage in any conduct that is unlawful, harassing, abusive, or disruptive to the services. You must not share or distribute content that violates intellectual property rights.

Reporting Violations

Users can report violations of the user conduct policy by contacting DrClaudiaWelch.com through our contact page.

8. Termination

DrClaudiaWelch.com reserves the right to terminate or suspend access to services without notice for conduct violating these terms.

Termination Process

Details regarding the process and grounds for termination will be provided in the termination notice. Any appeals process will be described therein.

9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

The services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. DrClaudiaWelch.com is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of the services. All DrClaudiaWelch.com’s offerings are for educational purposes only. DrClaudiaWelch.com and its instructors take reasonable care to not prescribe anything, including diets, herbs, meditation practices, mantras, or spiritual practices. Any such practices presented or discussed are not to be taken as prescriptive. If you wish to incorporate them yourself, it is your responsibility to consult with outside personal care practitioners.

Warranty Disclaimer

No warranties, express or implied, including merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are provided.

Limitations and Exclusions

DrClaudiaWelch.com’s liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted by law.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Vermont, U.S.A, and disputes shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of Vermont or through binding arbitration as described herein.

Arbitration Clause

Disputes must be resolved through binding arbitration in Vermont. Details on the arbitration process are available upon request.

12. Accessibility and Inclusion Statement

DrClaudiaWelch.com would love to make our services accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. Contact us if we can help with accommodation accessibility and we will do our best to meet your request.

13. Links and External Content

Use of links to external content is at your own risk. DrClaudiaWelch.com is not responsible for third-party content.

14. Language and Cultural Sensitivity

Users must approach community interactions with respect and sensitivity toward diverse languages, genders, castes, races and cultures.

15. Acknowledgment of Agreement

By checking the box during registration, users affirmatively acknowledge and accept this agreement.

16. Contact Information

For any questions regarding these terms, please contact DrClaudiaWelch.com.

Privacy Policy

What personal data we collect and why we collect it

Comments

When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.

An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.

Cookies

If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.

If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.

When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.

Embedded content from other websites

Pages on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.

These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

Analytics

We use Google Analytics to record anonymous data about how people use this website. This uses cookies to track your session on the website. These do not collect any personally identifiable data. 

Who we share your data with

If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.

How long we retain your data

If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.

For users that register on our website, we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.

What rights you have over your data

If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Where we send your data

Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.

Your contact information

You can contact us using the details on our contact page. 

Refund Policy

Eligibility for Refunds

Refunds may be granted under the following conditions:

• You have canceled your enrollment within seven days of purchase.
• You have faced significant technical difficulties preventing you from accessing the course, and we are unable to rectify the issue.
• Any other condition outlined at the time of purchase or enrollment.

Non-Eligibility for Refunds

• You shall not be eligible for a refund if:
• You have completed the course or accessed substantial course materials.You have violated any part of the terms and conditions related to our services.
• The specified time frame for requesting a refund has elapsed.

Requesting a Refund

To seek a refund, please contact DrClaudiaWelch.com through the information provided on our website detailing your purchase and the reason for the refund request. We will review your request and notify you of our decision as promptly as possible.

Processing of Refunds

If we approve your refund request, the refund shall be processed using the original method of payment within a reasonable period, as defined during the approval process.

Changes to this Policy

DrClaudiaWelch.com reserves the right to modify this Refund Policy at any time. Continued use of our services after changes to this policy indicates your acceptance of the new terms.

Liability Release Agreement

1. Acknowledgment of Risk

I understand and acknowledge that the classes and activities I am participating in with DrClaudiaWelch.com–including but not limited to Ayurveda, yoga, Chinese medicine or theatrical practices– might carry inherent risks, which may cause serious injury or illness. These risks include, but are not limited to, physical exertion, inadequate instruction or guidance, and actions of other participants.

2. Assumption of Risk

I hereby assume all the risks associated with participating in the classes and activities of DrClaudiaWelch.com, including the risks mentioned above and any other risks associated with these activities. I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in these activities with full awareness of the associated risks.

3. Release of Liability

I hereby release DrClaudiaWelch.com, its employees, agents, instructors, representatives, and all other affiliated persons or entities from any liability, claims, demands, actions, or rights of action, which are related to, arise out of, or are in any way connected with my participation in these activities, including those allegedly attributed to the negligent acts or omissions of DrClaudiaWelch.com.

4. Indemnification

I agree to indemnify and hold DrClaudiaWelch.com harmless from any and all liabilities, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action, costs, or expenses, including attorney fees, which may arise out of my participation in DrClaudiaWelch.com classes and activities.

5. Medical Fitness

I represent and warrant that I am physically fit and have no medical condition that would prevent my full participation in the classes and activities for which I register. I recognize that DrClaudiaWelch.com is not able to provide medical advice regarding my fitness for participation and that it is my responsibility to consult with a healthcare provider regarding my ability to participate or to apply any theory I learn to my own condition.

6. Consent for Emergency Treatment

I consent to medical treatment in the event of injury, accident, and/or illness during these activities. I agree to be financially responsible for any medical or legal bills that may be incurred as a result of emergency medical treatment.

7. Governing Law

This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Vermont, U.S.A, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

8. Entire Agreement

This Agreement represents the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.

Photograph, Content & Video Release Agreement

All classes are recorded and shared with all registered students and presenters. Sessions or segments may be shared with the public for educational or promotion purposes. By attending this course, you give DrClaudiaWelch.com permission to use comments or other acts of participation you share in class for the purpose of future teaching or promotion as described in the Release Agreement below and agree to be responsible to turn off your video camera and/or delete your name from your image if that is important to you.

“By registering for this course, I hereby grant permission to the rights of my image, likeness and sound of my voice as recorded on audio or video or my written comments from ‘Chat’ or ‘Comment’ sections during any DrClaudiaWelch.com program, without payment or any other consideration. I understand my image may be edited, copied, exhibited, published or distributed and waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of my image or recording.

“By attending this course, I understand this permission signifies that photographic or video recordings of me may be electronically displayed via the Internet or in the public educational setting. There is no time limit on the validity of this release nor is there any geographic limitation on where these materials may be distributed.

“By registering for this course, I acknowledge that I have completely read and fully understand the above release and agree to be bound thereby. I hereby release any and all claims against any person or organization utilizing this material for educational purposes.”