General Terms and Conditions for Breathwork and Coaching Services

1. Scope
The provider within the meaning of these General Terms and Conditions is Pia Gurgel, Poppenbütteler Bogen 70, 22399 Hamburg, hereinafter referred to as the ‘Coach’. These General Terms and Conditions (GTC) apply to all contracts between the Coach and the clients, hereinafter referred to as the ‘Clients’, regarding participation in coaching sessions, breathwork sessions, workshops, or online services.

2. Subject Matter
The Coach offers in-person and/or online coaching and breathwork sessions. This expressly does not constitute medical or psychotherapeutic treatment, but rather a service within the framework of personal development and inner work. Breathwork sessions take place exclusively in person. Coaching sessions can take place online via Zoom or offline in person. Online sessions can be recorded and made available upon request. Written consent from the client is required for this. For longer-term collaborations, support via WhatsApp is available.

3. Conclusion of Contract
A contract is concluded upon confirmation of the booking via email (info@piagurgel.com) or via a booking system. Group workshops and packages are booked via a direct purchase link (created via Systeme.io). A written offer will be provided via WhatsApp upon request for longer coaching sessions and collaborations; a separate written contract is not concluded. By booking, the client accepts these Terms and Conditions.

4. Participation Requirements
Participation in sessions with the coach is at your own risk. The sessions assume normal mental and physical resilience. If you have any health restrictions (e.g., cardiovascular disease, epilepsy, serious mental illness), you should consult a doctor before participating and inform the coach of this.

5. Prices and Payment Terms
The prices stated at the time of booking apply. For longer coaching sessions, a customized offer will be created. Payment is made in advance via bank transfer or PayPal. In the case of payment via PayPal, any additional fees will be added to the agreed price. Installment payments are possible after individual consultation and under the mutually agreed terms.

6. Cancellation and Cancellation Policy
Cancellation is possible up to 48 hours before the appointment. In this case, 50% of the payment made for breathwork sessions can be refunded, less the room fee (€45). For cancellations less than 24 hours before the session, the full session fee, including the room fee, is due. In cases of illness, it is possible to find an alternative date, for which additional room fees will be charged. If the client does not show up for the appointment without prior notice, the full fee is due. If the coach cancels an appointment, an alternative date will be offered or the fee will be fully refunded.

7. Liability
Participation is at the client’s own risk and responsibility. The coach is liable without limitation in cases of intent and gross negligence, as well as in cases of injury to life, limb, or health. Otherwise, liability is excluded to the extent permitted by law.

Coaching Disclaimer:
The coach supports clients with professional coaching but does not guarantee success. The responsibility for implementing the suggestions lies with the clients.

Breathwork Disclaimer:
Breathwork is a method that enables both the improvement of breathing and supports the regulation of the nervous system. It is used as part of personal development and for working with deep inner processes. It is expressly stated that the coach has no medical or psychotherapeutic training and therefore neither diagnoses nor prescribes medication. Clients assume full responsibility for their own health and for all mental, emotional, and physical processes that may be triggered during or after breathwork sessions. If necessary, it is the client’s responsibility to independently seek further professional support from a doctor and/or psychotherapist.

8. Data Protection
The coach collects and processes personal data such as name, telephone number, and email address for the purpose of operational work. In doing so, it adheres to the provisions of the data protection declaration [https://piagurgel.com/datenschutz/].

9. Copyright
All documents, audio files, or video materials that the coach may provide to the client are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced or distributed without the written consent of the provider.

10. Final Provisions
Should any provision of these Terms and Conditions be invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected. Disputes arising from the contractual relationship shall be governed by German law.

These Terms and Conditions shall apply in the version valid at the time of booking. Subsidiary agreements and amendments to these Terms and Conditions must be made in writing. Verbal agreements are only valid if confirmed in writing.

Pia Gurgel
Mail: info(at)piagurgel.com