Last updated: 16 October 2026
1. About these terms
These terms apply to your use of emilygoldyoga.com and to everything you book through it: classes (including prenatal and postnatal yoga), courses (such as Yoga and Comfort Measures for Birth and the 8-week Yoga Therapy course), workshops, and one-to-one sessions. By booking, you confirm that you have read and accepted them. The provider is Emily Gold, trading as Emily Gold Yoga, enterprise number BE0642986769. Contact: Emily@emilygoldyoga.com
2. Health and safety
Yoga and yoga therapy are not a substitute for medical care, psychological treatment, or advice from your doctor, midwife, or other healthcare provider.
Please check with your doctor or midwife before joining a prenatal or postnatal class, or any programme if you have a health condition.
Tell us before each class about anything relevant: pregnancy stage, a recent birth or caesarean, injuries, pelvic floor or abdominal concerns, or anything else affecting your practice.
Our courses on stress, anxiety, and low mood are educational and supportive. They do not diagnose or treat any condition and do not replace therapy or medication. If you are in crisis or at risk of harming yourself, call 112 (emergency services) or 107 Tele-Onthaal / Centre de Prévention du Suicide 0800 32 123 straight away.
You are responsible for listening to your body, working within your limits, and stopping if something does not feel right. Participation is at your own risk, within the limits of the law (see section 7).
3. Booking and payment
Your place is confirmed once we receive payment (or confirm your booking in writing).
Prices include VAT and are shown in euros.
Payment is by Stripe. Class packs and seasonal passes are valid for their stated period and are non-transferable / non-refundable once started.
4. Cancellations, missed classes, and refunds
Single classes: cancel at least 24 hours before the class for a credit. Late cancellations and no-shows are not refunded.
Class packs and seasonal sessions: unused sessions are not refunded unless we cancel or you cannot attend for a documented medical reason, pregnancy complication, or birth.
Courses and workshops: cancel at least 14 days before the start for a full refund, 7 days for 50%, and later than that no refund.
If we cancel or change something: we will offer a rescheduled date, a credit, or a full refund. We may cancel a class that does not reach 4 participants, or because of illness or circumstances outside our control.
Right of withdrawal: Under Belgian and EU consumer law, leisure services booked for a specific date or period are generally not subject to the 14-day right of withdrawal. For online or on-demand digital content, once access starts and you have agreed to this, the right of withdrawal ends.
5. Online and hybrid classes
You are responsible for a safe space, suitable equipment, and a working connection. Do not record or share classes or materials.Classes that are streamed online only include Emily Gold unless specific consent by you is given.
6. Intellectual property
All content on the Site and in our classes, courses, videos, handouts, and guides belongs to Emily Gold or our licensors. It is for your personal use only and may not be copied, shared, resold, or posted without written permission.
7. Liability
We take reasonable care in teaching and in running our classes. We are not liable for loss or injury arising from your participation, except where the law does not allow us to exclude liability: in particular for death or personal injury caused by our fault, for intent or gross negligence, or where consumer law applies.
8. Privacy, changes, and governing law
We handle your data as described in our Privacy Policy. We may update these terms; the version in force when you book applies to your booking. These terms are governed by Belgian law, and the courts of Brussels are competent, without limiting any mandatory consumer rights you have where you live. If any part of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the rest stays in force.
9. Retreats (additional terms)
What is included. The retreat price covers accommodation, meals, yoga and workshop sessions,and other services (such as massage) as noted in the description. It does not cover flights, transfers, travel insurance, drinks, optional excursions, personal expenses. Full details are on the retreat page and in your booking confirmation.
Booking and payment.
A place is confirmed when we receive a deposit of 50% and your signed booking form.
The balance is due 60 days before the retreat.
Room choices are made on a first booked bases. Prices are based on single or shared occupancy.
Early bird or holiday promotions apply only to bookings made within the stated dates.
Cancellation by you.
More than 60 days before the retreat: deposit refunded minus a €200 for administration.
60 to 30 days before: 50% of the retreat price is due.
Fewer than 30 days before, or no-show: 100% of the retreat price is due.
You may transfer your place to another person up to 14 days before the retreat, at no charge, if we agree in writing. Hosting providers' own fees for changing the name may apply.
Travel and cancellation insurance is required for booking the retreat.
Cancellation or changes by us. If we cancel (for example, if fewer than 5 people book, or for reasons outside our control), you receive a full refund of what you paid, or a transfer to another retreat if you prefer. If a change to the programme, venue, or dates is significant, you may accept it or cancel for a full refund. We are not liable for flights or other costs you booked separately, so please book flexible travel and have insurance until your place is confirmed.
Health and suitability.
Retreats are for adults.
You must tell us about relevant health conditions, injuries, allergies, and dietary needs when you book, using the retreat health form. This information is handled under the Privacy Policy, with your explicit consent.
Retreats offer yoga, mindfulness, and coaching. They are not medical treatment or therapy. You take part at your own pace and own responsibility.
Travel documents and local rules. You are responsible for a valid passport or ID, any visa, and following the laws and rules of the host country and venue.
Group conduct. We may ask a participant to leave if their behaviour harms the safety or experience of the group. No refund is due in that case.
Third-party providers. Accommodation, transport, and activities may be provided by independent third parties. We choose them with care, but their own terms may apply, and we are not responsible for their acts beyond what the law requires.
Photos and video. We take photos or video during the retreat only with your consent. You can say no at booking or at any time, and we will not use you in published material.
Unforeseeable events. Neither side is liable for failing to perform because of events beyond reasonable control (severe weather, strikes, travel restrictions, illness of the teacher). We will offer a rescheduled date, a credit, or a refund, as set out above.