RI Hot Yoga COVID-19 Policies

Updated December 16th, 2021

Per this week's executive order, all students must either:

• Provide proof of vaccination, or
• Wear a face covering at the studio

If you are fully vaccinated and wish to attend classes without a mask, please bring your proof of vaccination to the front desk at your next visit OR email a photo to mandy@rhodeislandhotyoga.com.  You only need to do this ONCE! We will store your information securely in our software system. Boosters are encouraged but not required.

Masks are always welcome regardless of vaccination status - please do whatever works best for you and your individual situation.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

CHANGES TO CLASSES

• We are still limiting classes to approximately 50% of our pre-covid capacity.
• Students must pre-register for all classes, and must bring their own yoga equipment. Rental mats and towels are available on a limited basis for a $5 fee. (Note: Our Providence studio is now offering blocks and bolsters for non-heated classes. Students are also welcome to bring their own props.)
• Teachers will not offer any hands-on adjustments and will maintain social distancing throughout class.

FACE COVERINGS

• Face coverings are OPTIONAL for students who have provided proof of vaccination. If you are not fully vaccinated yet, you must continue to wear a mask. 
• If practicing with a face covering, we suggest that you bring a couple of masks so that you can change your mask midway through class. A good quality, light-weight material makes all the difference!

 SCHEDULING & COMMON SPACES

• Our lobby is currently open for 15 minutes before class and 20 minutes after class.
• The studio is closed for 30 minutes after every class, so that we have sufficient time to air out the space and prepare for the next group.
  
• LOCKERS AND SHOWERS ARE BACK!!

CLEANING AND DISINFECTING

• We maintain proper ventilation in our practice spaces, and we use high quality air purifiers to maintain our indoor air quality.
• We clean and disinfect all high touch surfaces after every class, including the yoga room floor, door handles, bathroom counters, and other common area surfaces.
• We maintain CDC cleanliness and sanitation guidelines, and all staff are trained in our new cleaning protocols.

If you have any questions about our COVID-19 policies, you may contact us at info@rhodeislandhotyoga.com. Let us know if there is anything you think we can do better! Safety is our goal!

Elements @ RI Hot Yoga Policies

COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS

*UPDATED 11/3/21* 

For the health and safety of our staff, we ask all massage clients to provide proof of full vaccination OR wear a face covering during their treatment. If you would like to receive your massage without a mask, please bring your vaccination card to the front desk at your next appointment! (We will update our records, so you will only need to do this ONCE.)

If you prefer to remain masked during your appointment, that is perfectly fine too. Due to the close contact nature of the work, our massage therapists will remain masked throughout the massage treatment. All massage therapists are fully vaccinated as required by the Rhode Island Department of Health. All equipment and surfaces will be fully sanitized / cleaned before every appointment, and we are running a HEPA filter air purifier / UV light sanitizer in our treatment space.

In addition, all clients must agree to the following terms:

• I agree to provide proof of full vaccination OR wear a face covering during my massage treatment, following the recommendations of the massage therapist for best comfort.
• I affirm that I have not had any covid-19 symptoms (including fever / chills, cough, shortness of breath, and loss of taste / smell) in the past 2 weeks.
• I affirm that I have not knowingly been in contact with anyone diagnosed with covid-19 in the past 2 weeks (regardless of vaccination status).
• I acknowledge that I am receiving massage therapy knowing that social distancing cannot be adhered to during my session.
• In the event that I test positive for covid-19 within 14 days of my treatment, I will notify the business promptly.

CANCELLATION & LATE ARRIVAL POLICIES

All clients must authorize a credit card to secure an appointment booking. If an appointment must be rescheduled, please notify the business at least 24 hours before your appointment. Cancellations within less than 24 hours may be subject to a service fee equal to 50% of the service cost. This includes walk-outs due to non-compliance with our covid-19 policies. This fee will be waived if the appointment is rescheduled at the time of cancellation. If an appointment is missed without advance notice, the client will be billed for 100% of the service cost.

All clients should arrive at least 5 minutes before their scheduled appointment to complete intake paperwork. We cannot guarantee the full appointment time in case of late arrivals. A late arrival of more than 15 minutes will be billed as a no-show.

Please Note: If you need to cancel your appointment due to testing positive for covid-19, we will waive any penalties provided you notify us as soon as possible. Thank you for helping our team to stay safe and stay healthy!