Terms & Conditions – Self-Mastery Retreat
These Terms & Conditions (“Agreement”) apply to your purchase and participation in the Self-Mastery Retreat hosted by Anya Institute for Human Revolution at The House of the Rising Sun, Joshua Tree, CA, which includes access to the Anya Meditation Method as part of the retreat experience.
By completing your registration and payment, you agree to the following:
1. Registration & Payment
- Payment in full for the retreat is required at the time of registration to secure your spot.
- All retreat payments are non-refundable and non-transferable, except as outlined in the Cancellation Policy below.
- Your registration is confirmed only once payment has been processed and you receive a confirmation email.
2. Retreat & Program Inclusions
Your retreat registration grants you access to:
- 3-day immersive retreat at The House of the Rising Sun, Joshua Tree, CA
- Guided workshops and daily practices led by Anya Institute facilitators
- Chef-prepared group meals during the retreat
- Integration tools and workbook
- Community connection and accountability sessions
- Anya Meditation Method program components:
- Access to a $299 meditation program that includes a live online masterclass, daily guided meditation practice for 40 days, and a closing integration session.
Note: Lodging and transportation to/from the retreat venue are not included and must be arranged by each participant.
3. Attendance & Participation
- Participants are expected to attend the full retreat to receive the greatest benefit.
- Participation in all meditation sessions and related practices is strongly encouraged to experience the full arc of the program.
- Participants agree to engage respectfully with facilitators, staff, and fellow participants, and to uphold the retreat community guidelines.
- Anya Institute reserves the right to remove any participant who engages in disruptive, harmful, or inappropriate behavior without issuing a refund.
4. Cancellation & Refund Policy
For the Retreat
Due to the exclusive nature of this retreat and its limited capacity:
- All retreat sales are final, and no refunds will be issued.
- If unforeseen circumstances prevent you from attending, you must notify Anya Institute in writing as soon as possible. Alternative solutions (such as a credit toward a future retreat) may be considered at Anya Institute’s sole discretion.
- If the Anya Institute cancels the retreat for any reason, participants will receive a full or partial refund of payments made.
For the Anya Meditation Method Program
A conditional money-back guarantee is available only for the Meditation Method portion of your registration:
To qualify for a refund of the $299 Meditation Method program fee, you must:
- Attend the live masterclass and closing integration session.
- Complete the 40-day meditation practice as outlined.
- Participate in good faith and demonstrate full engagement throughout the program.
If you meet these conditions and are not satisfied with the Meditation Method program, you may request a full refund of the $299 Meditation Method fee only by contacting us in writing within 7 days of course completion.
Refunds are not available to those who receive a full or partial scholarship to the Meditation Method program.
5. Health, Safety & Liability Disclaimer
By registering, you acknowledge and agree that:
- Retreat activities include, but are not limited to, meditation, breathwork, group exercises, hiking, yoga, and time outdoors each of which carries inherent risks including exertion, allergic reactions, slips/falls, illness, and exposure to natural conditions.
- The retreat venue is in a natural, semi-remote environment with limited access to medical facilities.
- You affirm that you are in good physical and mental health and capable of participating safely.
- You are responsible for consulting a physician regarding any health concerns and for bringing any personal medications you may need.
- You agree to inform Anya Institute of any dietary restrictions or allergies in advance and release Anya Institute, its chefs, staff, and affiliates from liability for any adverse reactions to meals or beverages provided.
- You voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation in the retreat and the meditation program.
- The retreat and meditation instruction are intended for personal development and educational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or therapeutic care.
- Anya Institute and its affiliates are not liable for any personal injury, health issue, loss, or damages arising from your participation in the retreat or meditation program.
6. Intellectual Property & Usage Rights
- All retreat and meditation method materials including guided practices, exercises, recordings, written content, and workshop materials are the intellectual property of Anya Institute.
- These materials are provided for personal use only and may not be reproduced, distributed, shared, or used for teaching, coaching, or commercial purposes without written consent.
7. Code of Conduct
To ensure a positive, safe, and collaborative experience, all participants agree to:
- Engage with respect, openness, and mindfulness.
- Follow the guidance and safety protocols provided by facilitators and staff.
- Refrain from harassment, discrimination, or disruptive behavior.
Violation of these guidelines may result in removal from the retreat without a refund.
8. Media Release & Recording Consent
By registering for the retreat, you acknowledge and agree that:
- Anya Institute may photograph, film, or otherwise record retreat and meditation activities for educational, archival, or promotional purposes.
- Your image, voice, and participation may appear in these recordings.
- Anya Institute may use these recordings (or excerpts) in future educational programs, promotional materials, online platforms, and marketing campaigns.
- You grant Anya Institute a royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, edit, and distribute such recordings across all media formats.
- If you prefer not to appear in promotional materials, you may notify Anya Institute in writing before the retreat begins; however, this may not exclude you from internal recordings used for educational purposes.
9. Force Majeure
Anya Institute will not be liable for any delay or failure to perform due to events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, acts of God, pandemics, government restrictions, or other unforeseen circumstances.
In such cases, Anya Institute will make reasonable efforts to reschedule the retreat or provide a credit toward a future retreat.
10. Agreement Acknowledgment
By completing your purchase, you confirm that you:
- Have read and understood these Terms & Conditions.
- Accept the payment, refund, and liability policies herein.
- Understand that the money-back guarantee applies only to the $299 Meditation Method program fee and not to the retreat registration fee.
- Acknowledge that meditation and retreat activities are for personal development and do not replace professional medical or therapeutic care.
- Are at least 18 years of age or have the consent of a parent or guardian if under 18.
For any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us at [email protected] before completing your registration.