Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the shine zen website (shine-zen.com) and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you may not access our website or use our services.

Use of Services

Eligibility

Our services are intended for individuals who are at least 18 years of age. By using our services, you represent and warrant that you are of legal age to form a binding contract.

Booking and Payment

When you book a service through our website:

• You agree to provide accurate and complete information
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your booking details
• Payment terms will be communicated to you upon confirmation of your booking
• Prices are subject to change without notice, but confirmed bookings will honor the agreed price

Cancellation and Refunds

Cancellation policies vary by service type:

• Cancellations made at least 48 hours before a scheduled session may receive a full refund or rescheduling
• Cancellations made less than 48 hours before a scheduled session may be subject to a cancellation fee
• No-shows without prior notice will not receive a refund
• We reserve the right to cancel sessions due to unforeseen circumstances, in which case a full refund will be provided

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and recipes, is the property of shine zen or its content suppliers and is protected by Australian and international copyright laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or exploit any content from our website without our prior written permission.

User Conduct

When using our website and services, you agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on the rights of others
• Transmit any harmful or malicious code
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt our services
• Use our services for any unlawful purpose

Disclaimers

Service Disclaimer

Our culinary coaching and educational services are provided for informational and educational purposes. While we strive to provide quality instruction, we make no guarantees regarding specific outcomes or skill development.

Website Disclaimer

Our website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the operation of our website or the information, content, or materials included on it.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, shine zen shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of or inability to use our services.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless shine zen and its employees from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising out of your use of our services or violation of these Terms of Use.

Health and Safety

Participants in our cooking classes and workshops are responsible for informing us of any allergies, dietary restrictions, or health conditions that may be relevant. We will make reasonable accommodations, but we cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.

Photography and Recording

We may take photographs or videos during our sessions for promotional purposes. By participating, you consent to the use of your image in our marketing materials unless you explicitly opt out in writing.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of any third-party sites.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia. Any disputes arising from these terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Address: 127 Lygon Street, Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia