Breathwork Waiver and Release of Liability

Last updated: November 4, 2026

This waiver covers every breathwork session or class led by Scott Russell through Scott Russell Coaching ("Facilitator," "we," "us"). That includes single 1:1 sessions, breathwork inside The Rebuild, and group classes, whether in person or on Zoom. Please read it carefully. When you check the box at checkout or booking, or sign in at a class, you ("Participant," "you") agree to it.

1. What Breathwork Is

Breathwork uses an active, connected breathing pattern, usually with music and spoken guidance. It is physical and emotional. During or after a session you may feel tingling or numbness, lightheadedness or dizziness, tightness or cramping in your hands, feet, or face, changes in heart rate or body temperature, nausea, crying, strong emotions, fear, or memories coming up. In rare cases, people can faint or have a seizure.

2. Not Medical or Mental Health Care

Breathwork and coaching are not therapy, counseling, medical care, or a replacement for them. Scott Russell is a certified breathwork facilitator, not a licensed medical or mental health provider. Nothing in a session is a diagnosis or treatment. If you are in crisis, please contact a licensed professional or call or text 988.

3. Your Health

Do not take part until you have talked with your doctor if you:

  • are pregnant or may be pregnant

  • have a heart condition, high blood pressure, or a history of stroke or aneurysm

  • have epilepsy or a history of seizures

  • have glaucoma or a detached retina

  • have had recent surgery or a recent injury

  • have asthma or another breathing condition

  • have a history of psychosis, bipolar disorder, or another severe mental health condition

  • take medication that could be affected by intense breathing or strong emotion

By agreeing, you confirm that you have checked with your doctor about any condition like these and have told us anything we should know. You also confirm you will not take part while under the influence of alcohol or drugs other than medicine your doctor prescribed. We may change or skip breathwork based on what you share.

4. You Are in Control

It is your breath. You can slow down, go back to normal breathing, sit up, or stop at any time, for any reason. Tell us right away if anything feels wrong. After a session, give yourself time to feel grounded before you drive. Never practice breathwork while driving, in or near water, or anywhere it would be unsafe to feel dizzy or pass out.

5. Zoom Sessions

For sessions on Zoom, you agree to lie down in a safe, private place, keep your camera on so we can see you, and tell us at the start of the session where you are physically located. We cannot physically help you during a Zoom session. If we believe you are having an emergency, you agree that we may contact emergency services at the location you gave us.

6. Touch (In-Person Sessions)

We will only use light, supportive touch if you say yes at check-in. You can say no, or change your mind at any time.

7. Assumption of Risk

You take part in breathwork voluntarily. You understand the risks described above, including risks we cannot predict, and you accept them.

8. Release of Liability

To the fullest extent allowed by law, you release Scott Russell, Scott Russell Coaching, and any business entity through which it operates, along with any venue or host where a session or class takes place, from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your participation in breathwork. This includes claims based on the ordinary negligence of the people and businesses released. This release does not cover gross negligence or intentional misconduct. You also agree not to sue over any claim you have released.

9. Emergency Care

If you need emergency medical care during a session, you authorize us to call emergency services or the emergency contact you gave us. You are responsible for any cost of that care.

10. Participants Under 18

Anyone under 18 may take part only if a parent or legal guardian signs a separate minor consent and waiver form before the session.

11. General Terms

This waiver is governed by the laws of the State of Florida. If any part of it is found unenforceable, the rest still applies. This waiver works together with our Coaching Agreement and Privacy Policy, and covers all future breathwork sessions with us unless we post an updated version.

12. Your Agreement

By checking the box at checkout or booking, or by signing at a class, you confirm that you are 18 or older, that you have read and understood this waiver, and that you agree to it freely.

Questions before you book? Email us at fromthegravepodcast@gmail.com.