By nature, yoga classes can involve body contact, physical exertion, emotional stress, and/or use of equipment which represents a certain risk. It is recommended that you check with your physician prior to your participation. I, Phoenix Ries MS, RYT-500, do not provide insurance protection for participants. Please be aware that in registering for participation in the above program(s), you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the Yoga class and that you hereby waive, release and forever discharge any and all claims against Phoenix Ries MS, RYT-500 for damages and/or injuries to the registrant, which may arise from participation and/or instruction in yoga activities.