Terms and conditions

SWISS BREATHWORK 

GENERAL NOTE :
Full name of legal entity : SwissBreathwork SARL
E-mail address : contact@swissbreathwork.com
Postal address : Route de Payerne 18, 1773 Léchelles Switzerland

Last update: November 1, 2022

  1. General information

Please read these general conditions (“Conditions”, ” Terms”) carefully before using the www.swissbreathwork.com website operated by SwissBreathwork (“we”, “us” or “our”). Your access to and use of the service is conditional upon your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms, the Disclaimer, the Privacy Policy and the Cookie Policy. These terms apply to all visitors, users and other persons who access or use the service. Please click on the link to read our privacy policy or scroll down the page to read it. By visiting this website, you agree to all of our terms and policies. By accessing or using the service, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions, our disclaimer and privacy policy and our cookie policy. If you do not agree with any part of the Terms, you may not access the Service.

  1. Termination

We may terminate or suspend access to our Service immediately, without notice or liability, for any reason, including, but not limited to, if you breach the Terms. All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, but not limited to, provisions relating to ownership, disclaimer of warranties, indemnification and limitations of liability.

  1. Applicable law

These Terms and the Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Switzerland without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. If any provision of these Terms is found by a court to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in full force and effect. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us with respect to our Service, and supersede any prior agreement we may have with respect to the Service.

 

  1. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable to the other for any breach of any obligation under any agreement which is due to an event beyond that party’s control, including, but not limited to, any natural catastrophe, terrorism, war, political insurrection, riot, civil commotion, act of civil or military authority, uprising, earthquake, flood or any other natural or man-made contingency beyond our control, which results in the termination of any agreement or contract entered into, and which could not have been reasonably foreseen. Any party affected by such an event shall immediately notify the other party and shall use all reasonable endeavours to comply with the terms and conditions of any agreement contained herein.

 

  1. Waiver

The failure of either party to insist upon strict performance of any provision of this or any other agreement or the failure of either party to exercise any right or remedy to which it is entitled under this agreement shall not constitute a waiver of such right or remedy and shall not result in any diminution of its obligations under this or any other agreement. No waiver of any provision of this or any other agreement shall be effective unless expressly stated as such and signed by both parties.

 

  1. Copyright notice

Copyright and other relevant intellectual property rights may exist in certain texts relating to the company’s services and the entire content of this website. The SwissBreathwork logo is an internationally registered trademark of this company.

 

  1. Security

SwissBreathwork strives to maintain security measures to protect the personal information you have provided to us from unauthorized access, misuse or disclosure. However, there is no way to guarantee that the exchange of data over the Internet is absolutely 100% secure. At SwissBreathwork, we make every effort to protect the personal information provided to us through our website or registration forms, but you hereby acknowledge that the personal information you voluntarily provide to us through the SwissBreathwork website may be viewed or altered by a third party. You hereby fully agree that we shall not be liable for interception of information shared through our SwissBreathwork website or opt-in forms without our knowledge or permission. Furthermore, you release us from all claims arising from or relating to the use of such intercepted information in an unauthorised manner.

 

  1. Changes

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is significant, we will endeavour to provide at least 30 days’ notice before the new terms come into effect. What constitutes a significant change will be determined at our sole discretion.

By continuing to access or use our service after such revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, please discontinue use of the service.

  1. Disclaimer of liability

The following disclaimers govern your use of the SwissBreathwork website; by using our website, you accept these disclaimers in their entirety. If you do not agree with any of the following disclaimers, please do not use our website.

 

  1. Disclaimer of liability Breathwork by SwissBreathwork
  • I understand that breathwork practitioners do not diagnose, prescribe or perform medical treatment, prescribe substances or interfere with the treatment of a licensed medical professional.
  • I understand that Breathwork does not replace medical care.
  • It is recommended that I consult a doctor or registered health professional for any physical or psychological condition I may have.
  • I understand that Breathwork is not a substitute for psychotherapy, but that these techniques can significantly deepen and enhance psychotherapy and other efforts at healing and personal development.
  • I also understand that the body has the capacity to heal itself and that, to do this, complete relaxation is often beneficial.
  • I recognise that long-term imbalances in the body sometimes require several sessions to facilitate the level of relaxation the body needs to heal itself.

BREATHWORK:

Although there are no known contraindications to the practice of Breathwork, anyone with medical concerns is strongly advised to consult their regular practitioner.

BREATHWORK IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CERTAIN PEOPLE
The Breathwork technique by SwissBreathwork can lead to intense physical and emotional release. This technique can be compared to high-intensity training. If your doctor has advised you against this type of activity, contact us directly so that we can give you a modified breathing technique to practise. After discussing it, we may realise that you can do it, but that you simply need to slow down. If in doubt, consult your doctor.

If you try this breathing technique and experience heart palpitations, dizziness, nausea or tingling in the lips, simply stop Breathwork through the mouth and return to nasal breathing.

Please consult your doctor or inform us in advance if you present any of the following characteristics…

  • History of cardiovascular disease, including angina or heart attack, high blood pressure, glaucoma, retinal detachment, osteoporosis.
  • Recent major physical injury or surgery.
  • Serious mental illness, epileptic disorders or if you are undergoing heavy drug treatment.
  •  Personal or family history of aneurysm.
  • Pregnancy.
  • Severe asthma. Bring your inhaler and let me know in advance.

Breathwork is not a substitute for psycholotherapy, but it can considerably deepen and enhance psychotherapy and other efforts at healing and personal growth.

 

  1. E-mail disclaimer

E-mails sent by SwissBreathwork are intended exclusively for the addressee. Their content is strictly confidential. Duplication, publication or transmission of the content of these e-mails is illegal, unless explicitly authorised by the sender. If you are not the intended recipient of such an e-mail, please inform the sender immediately. SwissBreathwork takes all reasonable precautions to prevent the transmission of computer viruses. However, we cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by computer viruses. We therefore ask you to check your e-mails for viruses before reading them, and especially before opening any attachments.

 

  1. Earnings warning

Where we discuss financial or earning matters in any of our sites, videos, social media sites, newsletters, guest posts on other websites, consultation or any other content that SwissBreathwork may provide, we have made every effort to ensure that we accurately represent our offering and its ability to improve your business and your life. However, we cannot guarantee that you will get results or make money using our suggestions, ideas, tools, strategies or recommendations. Nothing on our sites is a promise or guarantee of earnings. Your level of success in achieving similar results depends on a number of factors, including your skills, knowledge, ability, dedication, business acumen, network and financial situation, to name but a few. Because these factors differ from person to person, we cannot and do not guarantee your success, your level of income or your ability to earn income in any form. You alone are responsible for your actions and results in life and in your business. All forward-looking statements on our sites are simply our opinion and are not guarantees or promises of actual performance. It should be clear to you that, in accordance with the law, we do not guarantee that you will obtain results from any of the ideas or models presented on our sites or through our training, videos or any other content, and we do not offer any professional legal, medical, psychological or financial advice.

 

  1. No professional advice

The information contained or made available through our sites (including, but not limited to, information contained in videos, message boards, comments, coaching/consultation calls, emails, text files, chats or guest posts on other websites) is not intended to replace or substitute for the services of qualified professionals in any field, including, but not limited to, financial, medical, psychological or legal matters. In particular, you should consult a physician and/or healthcare provider on a regular basis for all matters relating to physical or mental health, including any symptoms that may require medical diagnosis or attention. We and our licensors or suppliers make no representations or guarantees regarding any treatment, action or application of medicines or preparations by any person following any information offered or provided on or through the Sites. Neither we, our partners nor any of their affiliates will be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, special, exemplary or other damages that may result, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. You are solely responsible for your own decisions, actions and results in life, and by your use of SwissBreathwork sites or services of any kind, you agree not to attempt to hold us responsible for any such decisions, actions or results, at any time and under any circumstances.

 

  1. Disclaimer concerning testimonials

The personal experiences presented by user comments and testimonials on our website are not a guarantee of what you should expect to experience. While SwissBreathwork and/or its affiliates, Practitioners, Facilitators, companies and representatives accept all testimonials in good faith, SwissBreathwork and/or its affiliates, Facilitators, companies and representatives have not independently reviewed the specific personal results of any of our practitioners, retreats, classes and video participants, and therefore have not verified that the specific experiences, improvements, changes or results cited therein. These results may or may not be typical, and your results or experiences, if any, will vary. There is a risk that you won’t experience any changes, or that you won’t experience what you think you should. Again, the changes you make in your life as a result of our training/consultation services, energy healing, online courses, registration materials, retreats, online classes, webinars and videos are entirely up to you, based on the factors mentioned in the disclaimers above.

 

  1. Website disclaimer

The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only. The information is provided by SwissBreathwork and, while we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or guarantees of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability of the website or the information, products, services or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including, without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website. Furthermore, we do not warrant that the functions available on this website will be uninterrupted or error-free, that defects will be corrected or that the server that makes it available is free of viruses, bugs or other forms of malicious software. You hereby fully acknowledge that it is your responsibility to implement sufficient procedures and controls (including anti-virus, malware and other security controls) to ensure your particular needs and security. The SwissBreathwork website allows you to access other websites which are not under the control of SwissBreathwork. We have no control over the nature, content and availability of those sites. The inclusion of links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them. Every effort is made to ensure the proper functioning of the site. However, SwissBreathwork takes no responsibility for, and will not be liable for, the website being temporarily unavailable due to technical issues beyond our control.

 

  1. Non-availability clause

Redistribution or republication of any part of this site or its contents is prohibited (with the exception of the social media sharing options on the Blog section via social media plugins), without the express written consent of SwissBreathwork. SwissBreathwork does not guarantee that the service on this site will be uninterrupted, timely or error-free, although it will be provided to the best of its ability. By using any of our services, you indemnify this company, its employees, agents and affiliates against any loss or damage howsoever arising and howsoever caused.

No guarantee of relevance, accuracy or quality. SwissBreathwork gives no guarantee whatsoever as to the topicality, accuracy or quality of the information published and/or archived on this website, nor does the company accept any liability for other organisations, companies and private individuals who provide information on this website. All information on this website relating to products and services provided by SwissBreathwork is subject to change at any time without notice. Reasonable efforts are made to ensure the accuracy and integrity of all information provided here, but SwissBreathwork is not responsible for misprints, out-of-date information or errors. SwissBreathwork makes no guarantees, express or implied, and assumes no legal liability for the accuracy or completeness of any information contained on this website www.swissbreathwork.com and its related social media.

 

  1. Liability for web links

Our www.swissbreathwork.com website contains links to other websites operated by third parties. Swissbreathwork has no way of ensuring or knowing whether the operators of these third-party sites comply with the applicable data protection rules. These are essentially third party services which are not in our hands and Swissbreathwork therefore expressly declines any responsibility for their content. The respective provider, owner or operator of the pages is and will always be fully responsible for the content of the linked pages. Where susanoubari.com provides links to third-party websites, we always check these first to ensure that there are no possible breaches of the law, but we cannot and do not wish to be held responsible for these links on our website and the possible consequences of their use. At the time the links were set up on swissbreathwork.com, no breach of the law had been detected. We will regularly check the content of sites to which we link for any form of breach of the law. We will always remove links if we become aware of any breach of the law and will immediately remove the offending links from our website.

 

  1. Financial and legal advice disclaimer

The content of the susanoubari.com website and any blog posts, newsletters, autoresponders, guest posts on other websites or social media posts by SwissBreathwork are provided for general information purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Manage your finances carefully and always consult legal and financial professionals before making any financial or investment decisions.

 

PAYMENT, REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS

  1. Online programming

We use an excellent online scheduling software that allows you to book your appointments directly.

 

  1. Payment

As a service company to our customers, we offer credit card payment via Stripe, which subjects you to Stripe’s terms and conditions. SwissBreathwork processes payment information online for each order, but we do not store payment information on our own servers. Your payment information is communicated and processed securely via our e-commerce provider which is connected to the Stripe payment provider. All personal information collected in connection with an order is used solely for the purpose of fulfilling that order and for the subsequent management of our customer relationship with you. All of Stripe’s standard terms and conditions of use can be viewed here https://stripe.com/de/terms.

 

  1. Refund policy

Our training courses come with a ‘no refund policy’ because we are confident in our services and the value they can bring to you. All services purchased are final sales and no refunds will be made.

For e-courses or paid online training/webinars, all sales are final and no refunds are possible.

SwissBreathwork cancellation policy 

Cancellation policy for SwissBreathwork courses:
1) Early cancellation: For in-person courses. Customers may cancel up to 30 days before the start of the course, 25% cancellation fee will be applied. For online modules on Zoom: all sales are final.

2) Late cancellation: If a customer cancels less than 30 days before the start of the course, the full amount is due.
3) No-shows: If a participant does not show up or does not cancel in advance, there will be no refund.

4) We understand that emergencies may arise and we will of course take these into consideration.
5) SwissBreathwork reserves the right to cancel or move a module or session in advance in the event of an emergency.

Cancellation
If you cancel the training programme at least 30 days before the start of the programme, a cancellation fee of 25% will be applied. If the cancellation is made after 30 days before the start of the programme, no refund will be made and the full amount is due. SwissBreathwork reserves the right to cancel courses due to low enrolment or to adjust course dates in accordance with COVID and other government restrictions.

Cancellation policy for SwissBreathwork training paths
If you cancel the training programme at least 30 days before the start of the programme, a cancellation fee of 25% will be applied. If the cancellation is made after 30 days before the start of the programme, no refund will be made and the full amount is due. SwissBreathwork reserves the right to cancel courses due to low enrolment or to adjust course dates in accordance with COVID and other government restrictions.

The terms of our training agreements and SwissBreathwork’s ethics for practitioners can be found above.

SwissBreathwork ethical standards

 

  1. Adherence to an ethical standard of practice is a defining element of any profession. A code of ethics provides clarity and security to the public and to practitioners about the purpose of their relationship and the boundaries within which they operate. Subscribing to a standard code of practice communicates to the general public that breathing is a valid, accessible and professional tool for healing and growth.
  2. All the trainers and practitioners who are subscribers or members listed on this website have signed a commitment to abide by these ethics. They have also committed to a process of responsible action when a breach of ethics is identified. The process recommended by SwissBreathwork is set out below.
  3. The SwissBreathwork Board Ethics Committee is available to advise and assist in the event of a perceived breach of ethics by a breathing professional.
  1. Customer suitability.
  1. a) Establish a client’s ability to use and integrate the results of a breathing session.
  1. b) To not discriminate on the grounds of race, ethnic origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or appearance.
  1. Customer contracts.
  1. a) Draw up clear contracts with clients regarding the number and duration of sessions and financial terms.
  1. b) Establish prior agreement with the client for the use of techniques other than breathing during a session, for example, touch.
  1. c) Practise my breathing skills primarily for the benefit of the client.
  1. d) Maintaining the confidentiality of customer information and the security of recordings of customer session content.
  1. Practitioner competence
  1. a) Practice in my area of professional competence, training and expertise, make this clear to potential clients and do not make claims for my service that cannot be justified.
  1. b) To continue to develop personally, practising the technique I offer to others while nurturing the passion and respect for my vocation, and maintaining a healthy balance in my work and personal car
  1. c) Seek supervision and consultation where appropriate.
  1. Practitioner/client relationship
  1. a)Establish and maintain healthy, appropriate and professional boundaries, respecting the rights and dignity of those I serve.
  1. b) Refrain from using my influence to exploit or exercise inappropriate power over my customers.
  1. c) Refrain from using my breathing practice to promote my personal religious beliefs.
  1. d) Refrain from any form of sexual behaviour or harassment with customers, even when the customer initiates or invites such behaviour.
  1. e) Provide customers with information on complementary resources, where appropriate.
  1. f) Referring customers to the appropriate resources when they present problems beyond my field of training.
  1. Interrelationships between practitioners
  1. a) Maintain and nurture healthy relationships with other respiratory workers.
  1. b) Provide constructive feedback to other Alliance practitioners who I feel have not followed one or more of the ethical principles. If this does not sufficiently resolve the problem, consult the most appropriate professional and/or civil authorities in my area for the protection of the clients concerned.

SWISSBREATHWORK process for dealing with ethical breaches

An important goal of the SwissBreathwork Certified Practitioner Ethics and Principles is to provide an informative, life-enhancing and healing framework for practitioner-client relationships. While it is impossible to specifically address every situation or give exhaustive guidelines for all behaviours, these ethics and principles are intended to guide towards the highest ideals.

In the process of making decisions about professional conduct, SwissBreathwork practitioners must be mindful of SwissBreathwork’s ethics and principles, in addition to the laws and regulations applicable in Switzerland or the specific professional associations with which they are affiliated. Where SwissBreathwork standards are higher than those required by law, practitioners must adhere to the highest SwissBreathwork standard.

Recognising the humanity of all practitioners, there may be times when a practitioner breaches an ethic or principle, knowingly or unknowingly. The practitioner may become aware of the breach themselves or may be made aware of the breach by a client or another practitioner.

The guidelines put forward by SwissBreathwork encourage restorative and corrective measures, rather than punitive or regulatory measures, to promote good health and benefits for all concerned. We suggest that when practitioners use this process, they undertake it as an opportunity to heal, learn, evolve and benefit the well-being of all involved.

The process has five possible stages, the paradigm being to move on to the next stage only if healing and restoration cannot take place in the previous stage.

Self-awareness

Colleague awareness and support

Community awareness and support

Awareness and support from SwissBreathwork

Third party awareness and support

By agreeing to engage in SwissBreathwork training, and become a SwissBreathwork practitioner, you are committing to the above code of ethics.

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