The following school policies apply to Radiant Life School’s Yoga Teacher Training Program
Admissions Anti-Discrimination Policy
In the admission to our programs, we do not discriminate based on age, gender (including pregnancy), race, ethnicity, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, socioeconomic status, genetic information, or any other basis prescribed by law.
Deposit Payment Policy
Deposits amounts vary by program and are due within 10 days of acceptance. If the program is scheduled to begin within 30 days of acceptance, full tuition payment (including deposit) is required. The deposit is applied toward tuition for the last intensive of the program.
All deposits are non-refundable. Participant must make a request in writing at least 7 days prior to the original program start date in order to defer the deposit. If request is not within 7 days of original program start date, the deposit is forfeited. Deferred deposits may be used toward any offering by RLS within 1 year of the original start date.
Tuition Payment Policy
A complete tuition payment is due at least 30 days before the program start date. A $20 late fee will be charged for payments received after the due date. Payment options include check, Paypal or Venmo. A $30 fee will be charged for all returned checks. If you do not fulfill your tuition obligations in a timely manner, you will be suspended from the program.
Tuition does not cover: travel, accommodations, meals, books (required for some courses.)
Additional tuition obligations may include:
Private sessions with a staff member, in the case of missed hours.
Tuition costs, in case of repeating an intensive that was not satisfactorily completed prior.
Tuition prices may change without notice, even during the course of a program. Always reference training page for the most recent pricing structure.
Tuition Refund Policy
Tuition is refundable (100%) if a written request is made at least 30 days before the program start date. Refunds will be issued by check within one month after the request is received.
Tuition is non-refundable starting with 30 days before the program start, but it may be deferred and used toward any offering by RLS within 1 year of the original start date. A one-time $50 deferral fee will be charged to the student.
Financial Aid Policy
We do not offer Financial Aid options.
Withdrawal, Deferral, “No Shows” Policy
Withdrawal: Students wishing to withdraw from the school must provide a notice in writing (email or letter) or by phone to RLS including the reason for withdrawal and any plans for readmission in the future. The date of withdrawal shall be the date set forth in writing. In the withdrawal notice, the student may request a tuition deferral for any portion of the training not attended, in alignment with the Tuition Refund Policy. The student must return the manual, if one was provided.
Deferral or Leave of Absence: Requests for deferral to a later course or a leave of absence must be made in writing (via email or letter) or by phone directly to RLS. Course deposit and tuition are not refundable but may be deferred in accordance with the Deposit and Tuition Policies.
No Shows: If you do not attend the program for which you are expected and do not give 7 days notice in writing or by phone directly with RLS, your deposit AND any tuition paid for that course will be forfeited (non refundable and non transferable).
Graduation Policy
In order to graduate from a program, all program intensives must be completed in the following time frame. For example, if a student must miss an intensive, she may make it up with the next group, the following year. If the student cannot complete all intensives in the specified time frame, she may re-enroll at a later time.
Upon completion of the program, an official certificate will be provided free of charge to the student. Any additional certifications requested or required will carry a $10 processing fee.
Re-enrollment Policy
Re-enrollment is required when the student cannot complete all intensives in accordance with the Graduation Policy. To re-enroll, students must have met all prior financial obligations. To re-enroll, students must re-apply and be prepared to complete the course work in its entirety.
Credit Transfer Policy
Due to the specific content and nature of our program, we do not accept transfer credits from other programs.
Attendance Policy
Students must be prepared to attend 100% of the classroom time.
Students missing more than 80% of class meetings must retake the intensive, in the time frame specified in the Graduation Policy. Tardiness and leaving class early are subtracted from the total time of the program and counted against the minimum required attendance.
Students missing less then 80% of class meetings, may schedule private sessions with a Lead Trainer to make up the lost time and content. Such arrangements must be made in writing with the Program Director before of the end of the Intensive.
Any missed hours must be made up through private sessions with a Lead Trainer ($50/hour).
Pre-Requisite Policy
For some courses, you may be required to complete a Pre-Requisite assignment. You will be notified by the Program Director or another staff member. If the pre-requisite is not completed or not completed in a satisfactory manner, the student will not be allowed to join the training.
Grading Policy
A pass/fail system applies to all coursework. A passing grade is defined as 80% or better on all course requirements.
Academic Performance Policy
Academic progress will be monitored throughout the intensives. Progress will be measured based on:
Attendance for all required contact hours
Participation in discussion and group activities
Demonstrated ability to apply the material covered during the Intensive
Satisfactory completion of all in-class assignments, distance learning and homework assignments
Satisfactory completion of the practicum evaluation and any written exams, if applicable.
A large part of course work consists of Homework, Distance Learning and/or Practicum. All assignments must be completed by the deadline given at the end of each intensive and in a satisfactory manner. Failed or incomplete assignments will result in the student having to retake the intensive.
Students may receive an Academic Evaluation at the end of each intensive. Students will work with a teacher individually on a plan to improve the student’s weaknesses and keep building on the student’s strengths. Students who do not show progress must retake the intensive.
Student Rules of Conduct Policy
We ask that students:
Turn off cell phones during class.
Dress and behave in a professional and ethical manner.
Be respectful of trainers, staff and other students as well as school property.
Arrive for each session on time and fully prepared with assignments, reading and writing materials and appropriate gear.
Fulfill financial and time commitments to the program.
Do not enter the teaching space intoxicated or under the influence of substance.
Exhibit excellent hygiene, wear no obvious scents or colognes/perfume.
Dress in a manner appropriate for the practice and instruction of yoga at all times during all class sessions. Dress code consists of yoga or sports pants and yoga tops or shirts that provide for full coverage of the torso during movement. Students failing to comply with the dress code will be dismissed from class with an opportunity to return when in compliance.
Students who do not comply, may undergo a Student Disciplinary Procedure.
Student Disciplinary Policy
Students who fail to meet conduct expectations will be given a verbal reprimand during which conduct policies will be reviewed. If questionable conduct continues, a second written reprimand will be shared with the student. If compliance is not maintained throughout the remaining time in the program, student will be terminated and a “Letter of Program Termination for Conduct Violation” will be sent to the student.
Tuition Options for Graduates
Graduates may return and audit the program that they have completed, assuming all prior financial responsibilities have also been fulfilled. We offer two audit options:
Audit/Observer is tuition-free. When selecting this option, students are to observe the class in silence. They are welcome to take notes, but they are not to contribute with comments or questions (unless invited by the lead teacher). This option in only available to graduates.
Audit/Participant at 50% of current tuition cost. When selecting this option, students may participate in all discussions, group activities, practice teaching, etc. This option is available for graduates as well as non-graduates who have already attended the portion of the training they wish to audit.
Video and Photography Policy
During each intensive, much of the content will be recorded so that it can be uploaded to the training site and shared with you, your fellow students and program graduates. There may be photos taken for marketing purposes. If you have any concerns regarding being recorded or photographed, please let your teachers know before the start of the first intensive.
Student Grievance Policy
We encourage anyone who has been the subject of sexual misconduct or any other action that violates our policies to report the incident to our Program Director at RLS. A grievance team made up of the instructor and another member of the faculty will meet to review the issues contained in the written letter. (henceforth referred to as the “reviewing body”). The report should contain the following information:
Your full name;
Your email and phone number;
The name of the person who the grievance is against;
A description of the alleged policy violation;
The date and location of the policy violation;
Names and contact information of any witnesses with first-hand knowledge of the situation; and,
Any other credible evidence that is available to support the grievance
In the interest of fairness and privacy, all reports must be made by the person who has personally experienced the misconduct. We will not investigate a matter based upon a third-party report of misconduct. All reports must be made in good faith based on information the person reporting the incident reasonably believes to be accurate. We may request additional information from the person reporting the incident throughout the course of review of the report. We will take appropriate action to ensure compliance with our policies. The reviewing body will impose any sanctions that it feels are fair, just, and reasonable under all circumstances. We will not allow anyone to retaliate against any person for making a report in good faith or providing information in connection with an investigation into an alleged violation. Any information provided during a grievance report review will be treated on a confidential basis. Similarly, any actions that the taken in response to the report will also be confidential.
Cancellation Policy
In the unlikely event of a course cancellation due to low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances, RLS reserves the right to cancel a course up to seven (7) business days prior to the start date of the course.
Private Training Site Policy
The Training Site is a private site that houses your manual and other video resources that you must access as part of your training. This is also the location where you will be posting your homework. We encourage you to take advantage of this resource as early as possible.
You may not receive any printed materials as part of the training, but you are free to print anything you may need from the training site and use it as a reference.
Upon application, acceptance and payment, you will receive an email invitation from a staff member to access this site. At that point, you must create a WordPress account. If you don’t receive an invite before the start of the first intensive, please let your teacher/contact know. You are required to use your first and last name as your screen name for WordPress, so we know who it posting comments and therefore you get credit for your work. Important: WordPress is the keeper of your password, not RLS. If you forget your password, you must reset it with WordPress.
Your free membership to the Training Site will continue until the first Jan 1 after you graduate the program. After that, you can continue to pay a yearly subscription fee for continued access. We encourage you to go back and refer back to it as often as possible, as new content will continue to be added from each graduating cohort. However, if you don’t complete the program, your access to the Training Site will be revoked immediately.
Training Site Copyright notice: The information contained on this site is the intellectual property of Radiant LIfe School, Circle Yoga Shala and Matthew and Holly Krepps. Through your purchase of this content or through your paid attendance to a RLS event (such as trainings, workshops), you are permitted to access and view this material. This material is meant for your personal use only and excludes anyone else (such as friends, family and yoga networks). Permission to share content (text, photos, videos) may be granted upon written, explicit request and permission will be associated with a fee.
Anti-Harassment Policy
We do not permit staff members, trainers, teachers, students, or others in the workplace to harass any other person because of age, gender (including pregnancy), race, ethnicity, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, socioeconomic status, genetic information, or any other basis proscribed by law.
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
We do not tolerate sexual harassment in our location. Sexual harassment refers to any unwelcome sexual attention, sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal, visual or physical conduct of a sexual nature when the conduct harms the person’s employment or working environment.
Sexual Misconduct Policy
We prohibit sexual misconduct in our studio. Sexual misconduct is any unsolicited and unwelcome sexual advance including requests for sexual favors, sexual touching, and verbal, visual, or physical conduct that creates a sexually hostile environment on the property.
Romantic Relationships Between Teachers and Students
Teachers shall not invite, respond to, or allow any sexual or romantic conduct with a student during the period of the teacher-student relationship.
Teacher Code of Conduct
Purpose Statement: The purpose of our Code of Conduct is to help our teachers serve in their purest spirit and to protect our students and community.
Financial Practices: Teachers will discuss all fees and financial arrangements in a straightforward professional manner. Teachers will manage their business affairs according to recognized standard business and accounting practices. Teachers are encouraged to render services to individual or groups in need without regard to financial remuneration. Teachers will neither receive nor pay a commission for referral of a student.
Professional Growth/Continuing Education: Teachers shall dedicate themselves to the continuing study and practice of yoga, including asana, meditation, and theory.
Teacher-Student Relationships: Teachers shall demonstrate high regard for the moral, social, and religious standards of their students. Teachers shall avoid imposing their personal beliefs on their students, although they may express them when appropriate in the class and in a sensitive and careful manner. Teachers recognize the trust placed in them by students and the unique power of the student-teacher relationship. Teachers shall avoid exploiting the trust and dependency of students. Teachers shall avoid dual relationships with students (e.g. business, close personal or sexual relationships) that may impair their judgment, compromise the integrity of the teachings and/or use the relationship for their personal gain. Teachers shall not engage in harassment, abusive words or actions, or exploit students. Teachers recognize that the teacher-student relationship involves a power imbalance and shall exercise caution if the teacher chooses to get into a personal relationship with a student.
Integrity: Teachers shall uphold the highest of moral standards. Teachers shall strive to ensure that their intentions, actions, and speech are based on honesty, compassion, selflessness, trustworthiness, and transparency.
Scope of Practice: Teachers shall not abandon or neglect their students. If teachers are unable (or unwilling for appropriate reasons) to provide professional help or continue a professional relationship, they should make every reasonable effort to arrange for instruction for that student with another teacher. Teachers should avoid giving any personal advice concerning a student’s personal life. Teachers shall not give medical advice. Teachers shall not prescribe a treatment or suggest rejecting a physician’s advice. Teachers shall refer their students to medical doctors or complimentary licensed professionals when appropriate.
Confidential Information: Teachers shall keep all personal information disclosed by their students strictly confidential.
Inter-Professional Relationships: Teachers are part of a network of health care and well-being professionals and shall seek to develop interdisciplinary relationships. Teachers shall conduct themselves in an honorable manner in their relations with their colleagues and other wellness practitioners. Teachers shall not openly criticize practices followed by other yoga schools or teachers.
Advertising and Public Communications: A teacher shall accurately represent his or her professional qualifications and certifications along with his or her affiliations with any organization(s). Announcements and brochures promoting classes or workshops shall describe them with accuracy and grace. These principles are designed to uphold the quality of our teachings and shall be in compliance with legal guidelines for appropriate representation of our services.
Yoga Equity: Teachers shall welcome all students regardless of age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and perceived gender expression), sexual orientation, color, race, national origin, marital status, parental status, veteran’s status, religion, or physical or mental disability, provided that the teacher has appropriate expertise.
Anti-Retaliation Policy
We prohibit retaliation against anyone for reporting a violation of our Code of Conduct or other policies, or for participating in an investigation relating to a violation of our Code of Conduct or other policies.