COMMUNITY GUIDELINES
CallMyYoga is a welcoming, supportive community where practitioners from around the world come together to practice yoga, improve wellness, and connect with others on their yoga journey. These Community Guidelines help us maintain a safe, respectful, and positive environment for everyone. By using our Services, you agree to follow these guidelines.
OUR COMMUNITY VALUES
Respect - Treat instructors and fellow practitioners with kindness and respect
Inclusivity - Welcome people of all backgrounds, abilities, and experience levels
Safety - Prioritize physical and emotional wellbeing for yourself and others
Authenticity - Be genuine and honest in your interactions
Growth - Support each other's yoga journey and personal development
ACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR
✅ DO:
During Live Classes: - Arrive on time or slightly early - Keep your camera ON (required for posture correction) - Mute yourself unless speaking - Wear appropriate yoga attire - Practice in a tidy, appropriate space - Follow instructor guidance - Ask questions respectfully - Inform the instructor of any injuries or limitations
In the Community: - Be encouraging and supportive - Share your experiences constructively - Respect others' privacy - Celebrate each other's progress - Provide helpful, kind feedback - Report concerns to our support team
UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR
❌ DO NOT:
During Live Classes: - Record, screenshot, or photograph the class - Distract other participants - Use inappropriate language or gestures - Appear in inappropriate attire or state of undress - Eat or smoke during class - Engage in disruptive behavior - Practice unsafe or reckless movements
In the Community: - Harass, bully, or intimidate others - Make discriminatory or hateful comments - Share others' personal information without consent - Post sexually explicit content - Promote violence or self-harm - Spam or solicit commercial products - Impersonate others - Share misleading health information
SPECIFIC POLICIES
1. ANTI-HARASSMENT POLICY
Harassment in any form is strictly prohibited, including: - Unwelcome sexual advances or comments - Repeated unwanted contact - Threats or intimidation - Discriminatory remarks based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic - Cyberbullying or trolling
If you experience harassment: - Document the incident - Report it immediately to support@callmyyoga.com - We take all reports seriously and will investigate promptly
2. PRIVACY & CONFIDENTIALITY
What you see in class stays in class: - Do not share others' personal information, images, or stories - Do not record or screenshot class participants - Respect others' privacy regarding health conditions or personal disclosures
Protect your own privacy: - Be mindful of what you share during class - Use privacy controls on your video conferencing setup - Consider your background and surroundings
3. NO RECORDING POLICY
Recording any portion of our live classes is strictly prohibited and violates our Terms of Service.
This includes: - Video recording - Audio recording - Screenshots - Screen capture - Photos of other participants
Why this matters: - Protects instructor intellectual property - Respects participants' privacy - Prevents unauthorized distribution
Violations will result in immediate account termination and potential legal action.
4. HEALTH & SAFETY
Medical Disclaimer: - Our instructors are yoga teachers, not medical professionals - Do not rely on class discussions for medical advice - Consult healthcare providers for medical concerns - Never diagnose others or offer medical treatment recommendations
Practice Safely: - Listen to your body - Modify poses as needed - Skip poses that don't feel right - Inform instructor of injuries before class - Stop immediately if you experience pain
5. RESPECTFUL COMMUNICATION
When communicating with instructors or fellow members: - Use respectful language - Be patient and understanding - Avoid ALL CAPS (shouting) - No profanity or offensive language - Stay on topic (yoga, wellness, community support)
Constructive Feedback: - Frame feedback positively - Focus on specific, actionable points - Be respectful of instructors' teaching methods - Use private channels for sensitive feedback
6. COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY
You may NOT use our platform to: - Promote your own yoga classes or services - Sell products or services - Recruit for multi-level marketing - Solicit donations - Advertise competing businesses
Exception: You may share general wellness products you genuinely love, but not as spam or with affiliate links.
7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Respect our content: - Do not copy or redistribute our class content - Do not use our brand name or logo without permission - Do not create derivative works from our classes
Respect others' content: - Do not plagiarize - Credit others when sharing their ideas - Obtain permission before reposting
REPORTING VIOLATIONS
How to Report
If you witness behavior that violates these guidelines:
1. Email: support@callmyyoga.com with subject line "Community Guidelines Violation"
2. Include:
- Date and time of incident
- Description of what happened
- Names or identifiers of individuals involved
- Screenshots or evidence (if available)
3. Confidentiality: We keep reports confidential to the extent possible
What Happens Next
- We review all reports within 48 hours
- We may contact you for additional information
- We investigate thoroughly and fairly
- We take appropriate action based on severity
CONSEQUENCES
Violations of these guidelines may result in:
Minor First Offense
- Warning
- Temporary muting in class
- Educational conversation with support team
Serious or Repeated Offenses
- Temporary suspension (7-30 days)
- Permanent ban from classes
- Account termination without refund
- Legal action (for severe violations like harassment or recording)
We reserve the right to take immediate action for serious violations such as harassment, threats, or inappropriate content.
INSTRUCTOR CONDUCT
Our instructors are expected to: - Maintain professionalism - Provide safe, effective instruction - Respect all students equally - Honor cultural yoga traditions - Model community values
If you have concerns about an instructor's conduct, please email support@callmyyoga.com. We take all feedback seriously.
CULTURAL SENSITIVITY
Yoga has deep roots in Indian culture and philosophy. We ask all community members to: - Respect yoga's cultural origins - Avoid cultural appropriation - Learn about yoga philosophy with openness - Appreciate diverse traditions and practices - Use Sanskrit terms respectfully
ACCESSIBILITY & INCLUSION
We strive to make yoga accessible to everyone: - All body types, sizes, and abilities are welcome - Beginners and advanced practitioners practice together - Modifications are always available - Ask for what you need - Be patient with yourself and others
If you have accessibility needs, please let us know at support@callmyyoga.com so we can better support you.
UPDATES TO GUIDELINES
We may update these Community Guidelines as our community grows and evolves. Changes will be posted on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our Services constitutes acceptance of updated guidelines.
CONTACT US
Questions about these guidelines?
Email: support@callmyyoga.com
Report a violation: Email support@callmyyoga.com with subject "Community Guidelines Violation"
General inquiries: Website: www.callmyyoga.com
REMEMBER
CallMyYoga is a community built on: - Mutual respect - Shared growth - Authentic connection - Safe practice - Joyful exploration
Together, we create a space where everyone can thrive.
Thank you for being part of our community!