Waiver and Release from Liability

The articles, videos, exercise guides, movement tutorials, and other content published on The Contrology Journal (contrology.pilates.com/blogs/contrology-journal), the official Classical Pilates community blog of Balanced Body® (collectively, “Blog Content”), are provided for informational and educational purposes only. Balanced Body® reserves the right to modify or remove any Blog Content at any time without notice. Some of the exercises, movements, and techniques described or depicted in the Blog Content, as well as use of any equipment referenced therein, carry inherent risks to physical health.

Medical & Professional Consultation

Balanced Body® strongly recommends that all readers and viewers of Blog Content consult with their physicians, certified Pilates professionals, or other accredited movement professionals before:

Beginning any new exercise program;
Attempting any exercise, movement, or technique described or depicted in the Blog Content;
Using any exercise equipment referenced or depicted in the Blog Content; or
Modifying an existing exercise routine based on information found in the Blog Content.

Assumption of Risk

By accessing, reading, or otherwise using The Contrology Journal blog, you acknowledge and accept that physical exercise and movement activities involve inherent risks, including the risk of personal injury or property damage, and mental, emotional, or psychological harm. You hereby voluntarily assume all risks associated with your use of the Blog Content, whether involving Balanced Body® equipment, any other equipment, or no equipment whatsoever (collectively, "Injuries and Losses").

Release and Waiver of Liability

Based on the foregoing, you hereby expressly waive any and all claims of liability against Balanced Body® and its shareholders, directors, officers, employees, agents, content contributors, independent contractors, affiliates, subsidiaries, successors, and assigns (the 'Released Parties') for any personal or bodily injury or damage, or for any loss or injury to person or property, arising out of, related to, or in connection with your use of the Blog Content, whether such content is published directly by Balanced Body® or shared by or with others. To the extent such liability cannot be waived, in no event shall the aggregate liability of the Released Parties to you for any and all claims arising out of or related to your use of the Blog Content exceed the greater of one hundred dollars ($100) or the total amount paid by you, if any, for access to the Blog Content in the prior six (6) months. Under no circumstances shall the Released Parties be liable for any indirect, consequential, incidental, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Blog Content, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

This waiver is intended as a complete release of the Released Parties from any responsibility whatsoever for Injuries and Losses. Accordingly, you, on behalf of yourself and your family members, trustees, executors, and heirs:

agree never to sue or bring any claim against the Released Parties arising out of, related to, or in connection with any Injuries and Losses; and
shall and hereby do indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties to the fullest extent permitted by law from any and all claims, liabilities, demands, suits, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including without limitation reasonable attorneys' fees and costs) related to any such claim.

No Medical or Professional Advice

The Blog Content is not intended to constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and should not be relied upon as such. Balanced Body® does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy, currency, or completeness of the Blog Content, and expressly disclaims any warranty that the Blog Content is fit for any particular purpose. Nothing in the Blog Content creates a professional relationship between Balanced Body® and any reader or viewer. Individual results and experiences may vary.

User-Generated and Third-Party Content

The Contrology Journal may feature content contributed by guest authors, community members, and third-party educators. Balanced Body® does not independently verify the accuracy, completeness, or safety of all such contributed content. The Released Parties assume no liability for any Injuries and Losses arising from reliance on user-generated, guest, or third-party content published on The Contrology Journal. The Blog Content may contain hyperlinks or embedded content that direct you to third-party websites or resources. Balanced Body® does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or policies of any third-party websites or resources, and the inclusion of any such links or embeds does not imply any association with or endorsement by Balanced Body®. You agree not to hold Balanced Body® or the Released Parties liable for the actions or omissions of any third-party contributors, websites, or resources accessed through The Contrology Journal.

Severability

If any provision of this Waiver and Release from Liability is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

No-Waiver and Amendment

No waiver of any provision of this Waiver and Release from Liability shall be effective unless expressly stated in writing and posted to The Contrology Journal blog at contrology.pilates.com/blogs/contrology-journal with notice to users. Failure by Balanced Body® or any of the Released Parties to enforce any right or provision of this waiver shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any modification or amendment to this waiver will be effective only if posted to the site with notice to users.

Privacy Policy

By accessing or using The Contrology Journal blog, you acknowledge and agree that Balanced Body® may collect, use, and process your personal information in accordance with its Privacy Policy. The Privacy Policy describes the types of information collected, the purposes for which it is used, and your rights regarding your personal data. The Privacy Policy is available at https://contrology.pilates.com/pages/privacy-policy/. By continuing to use The Contrology Journal blog, you consent to the collection and processing of your information as described therein.

Age and Capacity Restriction

By accessing or using The Contrology Journal blog, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, whichever is greater. If you are a parent or legal guardian permitting a minor to use The Contrology Journal blog, you agree to be fully responsible for such minor’s use, including any and all liability arising therefrom, and you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising out of or relating to such minor’s use of the Blog Content.

Governing Law

This Waiver and Release from Liability shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict-of-law provisions. Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising under or relating to this waiver, including its interpretation, performance, or enforcement, shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall take place in Sacramento County, California. The parties expressly waive any right to bring or participate in any class, collective, or representative action, and agree that all claims must be brought on an individual basis. Judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction. Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in a court of competent jurisdiction in Sacramento County, California.

Acceptance of Terms

By continuing to access or use The Contrology Journal blog at contrology.pilates.com/blogs/contrology-journal, you acknowledge and agree that your acceptance of this Waiver and Release from Liability is voluntary and informed, that you have had the opportunity to seek independent legal counsel before accepting these terms, and that your acceptance is not made under duress or coercion. You further acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Waiver and Release from Liability in its entirety. If you do not agree with any part of this waiver, please discontinue your use of The Contrology Journal blog immediately.

Questions?

Contact Balanced Body® at info@contrology.com or visit contrology.pilates.com.

Last Updated: June 2026