Hey there-
I know that different countries have different laws, but hopefully this will be useful. My father is a corporate attorney here in the U.S. and he helped write/approve my client form. (Gotta use our resources, right?)

Here’s some of the language, but it’s better to get it as a PDF, so if you want a copy, let me know!

ash.lisamarie@gmail.com
REPLACE MY NAME!

Client and Photographic Release Form

This is a legally binding document which affects your rights. Please read carefully before signing.
I do hereby waive, release and forever discharge_________ your name_______ or any other instructor/ assistant and others involved in yoga class or private client consultations from any and all responsibilities or liability from injuries or damages resulting in any way from participation in any activities. I also hereby waive, release and forever discharge the site in which yoga classes are held from any and all responsibilities or liability from injuries or damages resulting in any way from participation in any activities.

I understand that fitness activities involve a risk of injury or even death and that I am voluntarily participating in these activities with the knowledge of the dangers involved. I fully assume the risk for any injury or loss that may be sustained in any way connected with this class and/or any other training that may occur in connection with this class. Notwithstanding the risks that are inherent in class, I agree to assume such risks and grant the releases stated herein. I voluntarily participate, any and all activities with full knowledge that there is a risk of personal injury, property loss, or death. I agree that neither I, my heirs or legal representatives will sue or make any other claims of any kind whatsoever against Lisa Ash or its members or host sites for any personal injury, property loss/damage or wrongful death.

Your email address will not be shared with third parties, but will be used in communication with _______your name.

I hereby grant ___ your name_____
and/or the site at which the yoga lessons or private consultations are held permission to take photographs of myself or my children. I understand that these photos or likenesses may be published and re-used for educational/instructional purposes and for advertising purposes. I grant ___ your name_____ permission to alter these likenesses and understand that they may be put on the internet and used in public.

The undersigned fully understands the meaning and effect of this release and has freely agreed to be bound by its terms.

Signature: ______________________________
Printed Name: ______________________________
Date: ____________________

Hi Rachel,
This is such an important topic, thanks for bringing it up. I have only worked with two fibro clients, but what I’ve found is consistent. One of these clients is my mother, so I have heard ALL about this experience: no details were too small to share with me. I’ve also done a great deal of research about this condition.

Best advice: Focus on meditation and guided imagery centered on ‘healing.’ Forget about doing poses. Seriously, fibro pain seems to be so inconsistent that one ‘perfect pose’ today will be the bane of her existence tomorrow.

Being ‘quiet’ in meditation seems to be scary for clients suffering from this pain, however, giving the busy mind something ‘to do’ seems to be helpful. Specific pranayama techniques seem to work best– retention, counting, etc.

In addition, this mantra seems to provide relief: “I am perfect, whole, and complete. All is released, all is forgiven throughout all space and time.”

These are my suggestions for restorative poses: avoid poses with joints in full flexion (such as child’s pose and frog pose) and focus on poses that lengthen muscle fibers such as supported bridge, supported backbend, and gentle twist. Remember that this person is probably looking for RELIEF and an hour where she is not in charge of anyone but herself. Make sure she buys a house plant and keeps it alive. She needs to practice looking after something that is flourishing, not dying. Let me know if you want more ideas, good luck!