Terms of Use

Terms of Use

Thank you for using the www.mindfulnessmeditation.sg website ("Website").

By accessing and using any part of the Website, you shall be deemed to have accepted to be legally bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these Terms of Use, please do not use the Website. Any continued use of the Website at any time will imply that you have accepted these Terms of Use.

GENERAL

These Terms of Use may be changed from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page, and your use of the Website after such changes have been posted will constitute your agreement to the Terms of Use as changed.

PROPRIETARY RIGHTS

This Website and its contents are protected by copyright, trademark and other forms of intellectual property laws in Singapore and, through international treaties, other countries. All rights, title and interest in the Website and its contents are owned by or licensed to Mindfulness Meditation Pte Ltd ("Company").

RESTRICTIONS ON USE

No part of the contents or materials available on this Website may be reproduced, republished, transmitted, uploaded, posted or otherwise distributed in any way without the prior written permission of the Company.

You may view this Website and its contents using your Web browser and save an electronic copy, or print out a copy, of limited parts of this Website solely for your own information, research or study, provided you keep intact all accompanying copyright and other proprietary notices.

Modification of any part of the Website or any of its contents, or use of the Website or its contents for any purpose other than allowed by these Terms of Use will be a violation of the Company's copyright and other intellectual property rights.

DISCLAIMER

THE USER ACKNOWLEDGES AND AGREES THAT ALL THE INFORMATION ON THIS WEBSITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS".

The Company has made reasonable endeavour to ensure that the information and materials posted on this Website are correct at the time of posting. However, the Company gives no warranty and accepts no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or the completeness of the information and materials provided here for any purpose whatsoever. No reliance should be made by any user on the information or material so posted; instead, the user should independently verify the accuracy and completeness of the information and/or materials with the Company.

The user acknowledges and agrees that the Company shall not be held responsible or liable in any way for any and/or all consequences (including, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, business interruption, or loss of information) that may be incurred by the user as a direct or indirect result of using, or the inability to use, any materials or contents on this Website, even if the Company has been advised of the possibility of such damages in advance.

LINKS FROM WEBSITE TO OTHER WEBSITES

This Website may contain links to other World Wide web sites or resources operated by parties other than the Company. Such links are provided as a service for the convenience of the users of this Website. As the Company has no control over such sites and resources, the user acknowledges and agrees that the Company is not responsible nor liable for any content or material on or available from such sites or resources. In providing such links, the Company does not in any way, expressly or implicitly, endorse the linked sites or resources or the respective contents thereof. The user further acknowledges and agrees that the Company shall not be responsible or liable, whether directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or sustained by or alleged to be caused or sustained by the user, in connection with the use or reliance on any information or material available on such linked sites or resources.

COOKIES POLICY

This policy ("Cookies Policy") is issued by Mindfulness Meditation Pte Ltd. This Cookies Policy applies to our use of cookies in connection with our website www.mindfulnessmeditation.sg and our mobile application (collectively "Site").

By continuing to use our Site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies in the manner set out in this Cookies Policy.

If you not wish to accept cookies in respect of your use of this Site, you should stop using the Site, or turn off your cookies (see paragraph 4), but this may affect the functionality of the Site.

1. WHAT THIS COOKIES POLICY COVERS

This Cookies Policy sets out:

what a cookie is (paragraph 2);

an overview of the cookies we use (paragraph 3);

what you can do if you do not agree to the use of the cookies (paragraph 4); and

further information about cookies in general (paragraph 5).

2. WHAT IS A COOKIE?

After you enter the Site, the Site will make use of "cookies". Cookies are small text files containing small amounts of information which are downloaded and may be stored on any of your internet enabled devices e.g. your computer, smartphone or tablet - like a memory for a web page. This Cookies Policy provides you with information about the cookies we use and why. Our Privacy Policy sets out full details of the other information we may collect and how we may use your personal data. If you do not wish to accept cookies in connection with your use of this Site, you should stop using it or turn off your cookies (see paragraph 4 below for how to do this) but this may affect the functionality of the Site.

3. COOKIES USED ON THE SITE

We use several different types of cookies. In particular, we use the following first party cookies: necessary cookies which allow certain fundamental features of the Site to work; functional cookies, which allow us to remember choices you make (e.g. your cookie preference), performance cookies, which monitor usage of the Site and advertising cookies which record the fact that you have visited the Site and then which links you have accessed whilst you use the Site.

We also use third party cookies - these are cookies that are set by a third party website or applications rather than by us. In particular, the Site allows cookies of third party social networks (e.g. Facebook and LinkedIn), and this enables a user to share content of the Site on social networks. These third parties may use cookies, but their use of cookies will not be governed by this Cookies Policy.

Some of these are session cookies which are temporary and allow us to link your actions during a browser session. These are deleted at the end of your browsing session. Others are persistent cookies which remain on your device for the period of time specified in the cookie. These cookies help us identify you as a unique user (by storing a randomly generated number).

The Site uses first party cookies for the following purposes:

a) necessary cookies

Necessary cookies are essential and help you navigate the Site. These cookies make sure your basket is saved during all steps of the checkout process. This helps to support security and basic functionality of the Site. These cookies are necessary for the proper operation of our Site, so if you block these cookies we cannot guarantee your use or the security of our Site during your visit.

b) functional cookies

Functional cookies are used to provide you the best user experience. These cookies are for instances used to save and remind you about reservations you have started to make, so will save you time if you want to complete your reservation at a later stage. These cookies could also recognise if a Site user has already signed up for our newsletter/requested information about a service or if the user is seeing a certain page for the first time.

c) performance cookies

Performance cookies help us to understand the behaviour of our visitors and the usage of the Site. This allows us to continuously improve the Site to provide you the best user experience. These cookies are also used to help us understand what interests our users, and measure how effective our advertising is. Some of these cookies are managed by third parties, and you may refer to the third parties' own website privacy notifications for further information.

By way of example, we use Google Analytics cookies to obtain an overall view of visitor habits and visitor volumes, and to help improve the overall experience on our Site. Google Analytics is a third-party web analysis service provided by Google Inc, which uses "performance cookies" and "targeting cookies" to analyse how you use the Site. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the Site (including your IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google. 

On behalf of us, Google will use the information collected for the purpose of evaluating your use of our Site, compiling reports on Site activity and providing other services relating to Site activity and internet usage to us. Google will not associate your IP address with any other data held by Google. You may refuse the use of cookies by selecting the appropriate settings on your browser as described below. Furthermore you can prevent Google’s collection and use of data (cookies and IP address) by downloading and installing the browser plug-in available under https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=en-GB#. You may disable the use of Google Analytics by using the link disable Google Analytics. This link creates an opt-out cookie which prevents the further processing of your data. For more information about Google Analytics cookies, please see Google's help pages and privacy policy.

If you do not accept the use of these cookies, we cannot guarantee how our Site will perform for you.

4. CONTROL YOUR COOKIE SETTINGS

We shall store a cookie on your computer or device to remember this for next time. You can change your browser settings so that you receive a warning before certain cookies are stored. You can also adjust your settings so that your browser refuses most of our cookies or only certain cookies from third parties. If you wish to withdraw your agreement at any time, you will need to delete our cookies using your internet browser settings. You should do this through the browser settings for each browser you use. Please be aware that some of our services will not function if your browser does not accept cookies. However, you can allow cookies from specific websites by making them “trusted websites” in your internet browser. The following links may assist you in managing your cookies settings, or you can use the 'Help' option in your internet browser for more details.

Internet Explorer: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17442/windows-internet-explorer-delete-manage-cookies

Mozilla Firefox: http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Cookies

Google Chrome: http://www.google.com/support/chrome/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=95647

Safari: http://support.apple.com/kb/PH5042

Opera: http://www.opera.com/help/tutorials/security/privacy/

Adobe (flash cookies): https://www.adobe.com/support/flash/downloads.html

To block Google Analytics cookies specifically, you can install the “Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on” provided by Google. If you share the use of a computer, accepting or rejecting the use of cookies may affect all users of that computer.

The above instructions on browser settings are relevant when you use or access our website.

5. OTHER INFORMATION

The following link contains further information about cookies:

http://www.aboutcookies.org.

In addition, a guide to online privacy has been produced by the internet advertising industry which can be found at:

http://www.youronlinechoices.eu

http://www.aboutads.info

We may change this Cookies Policy from time to time by posting the updated version of the policy on our Site. Please check this Site periodically to be informed of any changes.

Terms and Conditions related to MBSR Course

Acknowledgement and Commitment

I understand that participation and home practice are important for the benefits of this course to materialize. I commit to participate and practice to the best of my abilities. In the event that I need to miss a class I will advise the course instructor in advance.

I understand that this course is not intended to replace medical or psychological treatment. I understand that the course instructor does not act as a counsellor, therapist, or medical professional, and does not provide advice on medical and psychological treatment.

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to inform the course instructor of any conditions that may impact my suitability to participate in the course, before the course or as soon as any such condition may arise. In particular, it is my responsibility to provide honest responses to any pre-course questionnaire and to do so in a timely manner before the start of the course.

Assumption of Risk and Undertaking

Assumption of Risks: I understand that participation in this course carries with it certain inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries. The specific risks vary from one activity to another, from person to person, and include both physical and psychological risks, which are rare especially for serious risks. Potential physical risks of physical exercises include injuries such as scratches, bruises, sprains, joint or back injuries, and concussions. Potential psychological risks of mindfulness practices and meditation include increased negative affect, heightened anxiety, loss of a sense of meaning, unveiling and re-emergence of traumatic memories, and depression.

I have read the previous paragraphs and I know, understand, and appreciate these and other risks that are inherent in this course. I assert that my participation is voluntary and that I knowingly assume all such risks. I also commit to notifying the course instructor as soon as I suspect experiencing serious side effects of this course.

Disclaimer Regarding Audio/Video Recording of Events

When you participate this course, you will be participating in an course where photography, video and audio recording may occur.

By participating in the MBSR Course, you consent to interview(s), photography, audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for inclusion on web sites or training/certification and quality assurance purposes. You release Mindfulness Meditation Pte Ltd, its officers and employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitising, or publication of interviews, photographs, computer images, video and/or or sound recordings. Do note that video and audio recording during the course will not be released publicly but only for the use of quality assurance and training/certification purposes.

By attending the MBSR Course or entering the event premises, you agree not to record or digitise any parts of the presentation. If you attempt to use a recording device, you consent to your immediate removal from the premises and forfeiture of the device.

You have been fully informed of your consent, waiver of liability, and release before participating in the MBSR Course.

Undertaking: I assume full responsibility for all risks associated with my participation in the course and I hereby irrevocably undertake to release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue, to the fullest extent permitted by the laws of Singapore, Mindfulness Meditation Pte Ltd and the course instructor in respect of any and all claims, liability, demands and causes of action of whatever kind that I may have including, but not limited to, any damage to or loss of any personal property or illness or personal injury or death or the consequences thereof, arising from or in any way connected with my participation in the course, where such damage to or loss of any personal property, or illness or personal injury or death, or the consequences thereof is not caused by the negligence of Mindfulness Meditation Pte Ltd or the course instructor.