PRACTITIONER WAIVER

 By booking and using The Saltwater Sauna as a Wellness Practitioner, you agree to the following terms and conditions. Please read carefully.

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1. Agreement Overview

• These terms are binding upon booking confirmation.

• Designed to ensure safe, respectful, and appropriate use of The Saltwater Sauna and surrounding facilities.​

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2. Permitted Use​

Examples of permitted use accompanying the sauna experience include; yoga, meditation, sound healing, breathwork (with safety measures in place), and non-invasive ceremonial or ritual activities.

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Conditions:

• Activities must promote wellness, mindfulness, and participant safety.

• Activities must be non-disruptive and respectful to all.

• Any unlisted activity requires prior written approval.​​​

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3. Prohibited Activities​

The following are strictly prohibited:

• Open flames, incense, candles, or combustible materials.

• Consumption or facilitation of psychoactive substances (e.g. ayahuasca, psilocybin).

• Beauty treatments or product use in the sauna.

• Nudity, sexual practices, or inappropriate touch.

• Religious conversion, indoctrination, or cult-like behavior.

• Group breathwork that induces hyperventilation, altered states, or physical risk without written approval and safety protocols.

• Use of unapproved essential oils or aromatic substances.

• Alcohol or recreational drug use on-site.

• Subletting, co-hosting, or sharing bookings without written approval.

• Amplified music without written consent.

• Smoke-producing practices (e.g. smudging, burning herbs) unless specifically approved in writing.

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4. Participant Safety & Waivers​

• Practitioners must:

  • Inform participants of sauna contraindications (cardiovascular issues, pregnancy, epilepsy, heat sensitivity, etc.).

  • Clearly explain that combining sauna with physical movement, breathwork, or rituals increases physical risk.

  • Screen all participants for health concerns and refuse participation to those at risk.

• The sauna host reserves the right to deny access to any unfit or unsafe participant.​

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5. Practitioner Responsibilities​

• Must provide proof of valid public liability insurance and relevant qualifications at least 7 days before the session.

• Must conduct a risk assessment for the planned session.

• Must supervise all participants at all times.

• Must comply with sauna capacity limits.

• Must leave the sauna clean, tidy, and undamaged.

• Responsible for participant behaviour and safety during the hire period.

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6. Health, Safety & Hygiene

• No sauna use is permitted under the influence of alcohol, recreational drugs, or psychoactive substances.

• First aid measures must be available or easily accessible.

• All exits and pathways must remain clear.

• Practitioners must supply their own towels, mats, and personal items unless agreed otherwise.

• Any bodily fluids or spillages must be immediately cleaned and disinfected.

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7. Site Access & Booking Terms​

• Practitioners must strictly adhere to the booked time slot, including setup and pack-down.

• Late departures may incur additional fees.

• No unauthorised persons may access the site during the hire.

• Any modifications or special requests must be submitted in writing and approved in advance.​

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8. Damage & Liability​

• Practitioners are financially responsible for any damage caused to the sauna, facilities, or equipment.

• Practitioners accept full responsibility for participant safety.
   

The sauna host accepts no liability for injuries, accidents, or health issues during practitioner-led sessions.​

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9. Cancellations & Refunds​

• Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance to qualify for a refund in line with The Saltwater Sauna’s cancellation policy.

• Late cancellations or no-shows may result in full fee forfeiture.

• Weather-related cancellations are at the discretion of The Saltwater Sauna.

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10. Code of Conduct​

• Practitioners must always act with professionalism, respect, and integrity.

• Unsafe, disrespectful, discriminatory, or abusive behaviour will result in immediate termination of the hire without refund.

• Noise levels must remain moderate, especially in shared or outdoor spaces.​

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11. Agreement Enforcement​

Non-compliance may result in:

• Immediate session termination without refund.

• Permanent ban from future bookings.

• Financial liability for damages or health and safety breaches.​

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12. Cold Water Immersion & Sea Access​

• Practitioners must not facilitate sea swimming, cold water immersion, or contrast therapy unless:

  • They hold a relevant qualification (e.g. cold exposure coaching, open water safety, lifeguard training).

  • They carry specific insurance covering open water activities.
     

Practitioner Responsibilities:

• Must screen participants for sea-related health risks.

• Must inform participants:

  • Cold water immersion can lead to cold shock, hyperventilation, hypothermia, or cardiac arrest, especially for those with pre-existing health conditions.

  • Contraindications include cardiovascular or respiratory issues, high/low blood pressure, Raynaud’s disease, pregnancy, recent surgery, or fainting history.

  • Participation in sea swimming is voluntary and done at the participant’s own risk.

 

​The sauna host accepts no liability for sea swimming or cold water exposure incidents during practitioner-led sessions.​

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13. Disclaimer​

By booking The Saltwater Sauna, the Practitioner agrees that:

• They are fully responsible for the safety, wellbeing, and conduct of all participants.

• The sauna host is not liable for any injury, illness, accident, loss, or damage arising from practitioner-led activities.

• Participation in sauna sessions and related practices is voluntary and at the participant’s own risk.

• Practitioners must ensure participants have read and agreed to the waiver form prior to attending.

• Breach of these terms may result in cancellation of future bookings, financial penalties, or legal action.