TEMPLE OF EDEN
SACRAMENTAL PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT, INFORMED CONSENT, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE OF LIABILITY, AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
Please read this document carefully. By checking the agreement checkbox below, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and voluntarily agree to all terms contained herein.
Eligibility
I certify that I am at least twenty-one (21) years of age and legally capable of entering into this agreement.
I understand that participation in Temple of Eden ceremonies is limited to adults twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
Voluntary Participation
I understand that my participation in any Temple of Eden ceremony, event, retreat, training, gathering, or sacramental experience is completely voluntary.
I understand that I am under no obligation to participate and may decline participation at any time prior to receiving any sacrament.
I acknowledge that I am participating of my own free will and am not being coerced, pressured, or influenced by Temple of Eden, its representatives, or any third party.
Sacramental and Spiritual Nature of Participation
I understand that Temple of Eden is a religious and spiritual organization and that any sacrament offered is provided solely within a spiritual, religious, ceremonial, educational, and personal growth context.
I understand that Temple of Eden does not guarantee any particular outcome, healing, insight, breakthrough, transformation, or benefit.
I acknowledge that spiritual experiences are subjective and may vary significantly between participants.
Medical Disclaimer
I understand that Temple of Eden, Priestess Suzi Kalypso, ministers, facilitators, volunteers, contractors, staff members, and representatives are not licensed medical professionals and do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, psychotherapy, or healthcare services.
Any information shared before, during, or after ceremony is offered solely for educational, spiritual, and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as medical advice.
I understand that I should never discontinue, adjust, or modify prescribed medications without first consulting my prescribing physician or qualified healthcare provider.
Participation in ceremony is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any physical, emotional, psychological, psychiatric, or medical condition.
I acknowledge that I am solely responsible for all healthcare decisions and agree to consult qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical concerns, conditions, medications, or treatment plans.
Disclosure of Health Information
I certify that all information provided in my intake forms, screening documents, questionnaires, and communications with Temple of Eden is truthful, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
I understand that withholding information regarding medical conditions, psychiatric conditions, medications, supplements, substance use, or personal history may increase the risk of adverse outcomes.
I agree to immediately notify Temple of Eden of any changes to my physical health, mental health, medications, supplements, or circumstances prior to participation.
Assumption of Risk
I understand that participation in sacramental ceremonies may involve substantial, serious, and unforeseeable risks.
These risks may include, but are not limited to:
- Intense emotional experiences
- Intense psychological experiences
- Altered states of consciousness
- Physical discomfort
- Elevated blood pressure
- Changes in heart rate
- Anxiety
- Fear
- Panic
- Confusion
- Dizziness
- Loss of balance
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Emotional release
- Recollection of traumatic memories
- Psychological distress
- Spiritual crisis
- Physical injury
- Falls
- Aggravation of known or unknown medical conditions
- Unexpected reactions
- Serious injury
- Permanent disability
- Death
I acknowledge that no screening process can eliminate all risks. I knowingly and voluntarily assume all known and unknown risks associated with my participation.
Emergency Medical Care
In the event of an emergency, I authorize Temple of Eden and its representatives to seek emergency medical assistance on my behalf if deemed necessary.
I understand that I am solely responsible for all costs associated with emergency medical treatment, transportation, hospitalization, physician services, and related expenses.
Release of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, I HEREBY VOLUNTARILY RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, AND FOREVER HOLD HARMLESS:
TEMPLE OF EDEN, PRIESTESS SUZI KALYPSO, ALL MINISTERS, FACILITATORS, VOLUNTEERS, CONTRACTORS, EMPLOYEES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, AGENTS, REPRESENTATIVES, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, THE OWNER OF ANY PROPERTY WHERE A CEREMONY, EVENT, TRAINING, RETREAT, OR GATHERING IS HELD, ANY LANDLORD, PROPERTY MANAGER, HOST, OR VENUE PROVIDER, AND ALL RELATED INDIVIDUALS OR ENTITIES
FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, CAUSES OF ACTION, DAMAGES, LOSSES, INJURIES, LIABILITIES, COSTS, EXPENSES, ATTORNEY FEES, OR LEGAL ACTIONS OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO MY PARTICIPATION.
THIS RELEASE APPLIES TO ALL CLAIMS, INCLUDING CLAIMS ARISING FROM NEGLIGENCE, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.
Covenant Not to Sue
I AGREE THAT I SHALL NOT FILE, INITIATE, PARTICIPATE IN, OR MAINTAIN ANY LAWSUIT, CLAIM, COMPLAINT, ARBITRATION, ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION, OR LEGAL PROCEEDING AGAINST:
TEMPLE OF EDEN, PRIESTESS SUZI KALYPSO, ANY FACILITATOR, VOLUNTEER, STAFF MEMBER, MINISTER, PROPERTY OWNER, LANDLORD, HOST, VENUE PROVIDER, OR ANY RELATED PARTY
FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO MY PARTICIPATION IN A TEMPLE OF EDEN CEREMONY OR EVENT. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS PROVISION IS A MATERIAL CONDITION OF MY PARTICIPATION.
Indemnification
I agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Temple of Eden, Priestess Suzi Kalypso, ceremony facilitators, property owners, venue providers, volunteers, and all related parties from any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, attorney fees, or expenses arising from my actions, conduct, participation, omissions, or breach of this agreement.
Media Release
Note: You will be asked to select your media authorization options directly on the application form questions below.
Refund Policy Acknowledgment
I understand and acknowledge that all ceremony registrations, donations, contributions, tuition payments, retreat payments, deposits, and event fees are subject to Temple of Eden's refund, cancellation, and rescheduling policies.
Governing Law
This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. If any provision of this agreement is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Participant Acknowledgment
By checking the mandatory agreement box below, I acknowledge that:
- I am at least 21 years of age.
- I have carefully read this entire agreement.
- I fully understand its contents.
- I understand that I am waiving important legal rights.
- I voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation.
- I voluntarily release Temple of Eden, Priestess Suzi Kalypso, ceremony facilitators, venue providers, and property owners from liability.
- I voluntarily agree not to sue any released party for claims arising from my participation.
- I sign this agreement freely, voluntarily, and without coercion.