Group Soundbath Player™ Course Terms and Conditions

By enrolling in the Group Soundbath Player™ (GSP™) Certification Course offered by Beyond Percussion, you agree to be legally bound by the following Terms and Conditions. Your agreement is confirmed by checking the box on the course registration form before submitting payment, which serves as your electronic signature, equivalent to a handwritten signature under applicable law.

0. Definitions

Participant/Registrant: The terms “participant” and “registrant” are used interchangeably and refer to the individual who enrolls in the GSP™ Certification Course, meets the eligibility requirements outlined in Section 10, and agrees to these Terms and Conditions. Only the individual who registers may participate in the course.
Course Start Date: The date payment is made for the course, marking the beginning of the 365-day access period.
Course End Date: The date 365 days from the Course Start Date, or the extended date if a six-month extension is approved, by which all course requirements must be completed.
Course Workbook: The official guide provided by Beyond Percussion, containing instructions and requirements for completing Technique Practice, Practice Events, and other course assignments.
SoundbathPlayer™ Study Hub / Account Dashboard: The online platforms provided by Beyond Percussion for accessing course content, submitting assignments, and managing course progress.
Good Standing: A status indicating the participant has no outstanding violations of Beyond Percussion’s agreements, policies, or financial obligations with Beyond Percussion or its subsidiaries.
GSP™ License Agreement: This is a mandatory legal agreement that participants must sign before receiving certification. It governs the use of Beyond Percussion’s intellectual property and prohibits the teaching of gong or crystal singing bowl playing techniques for use in sound baths, sound therapy, sound healing, or any other sound-based practices for 18 months following certification.

1. Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

The GSP™ Certification Course provides proprietary training for conducting group sound bath events. Participants must sign a Course NDA immediately after payment to access materials. Unauthorized sharing, reproduction, or teaching of course content is strictly prohibited and may result in expulsion, certification revocation, and legal action.

2. Prohibition on Teaching and Competing Activities During Enrollment

Participants are strictly prohibited from teaching, mentoring, or coaching others in the use of gongs, crystal singing bowls, sound baths, or similar sound-based practices, or from promoting any competing sound bath training programs, while enrolled as an active student in the GSP™ Certification Course. This prohibition spans the entire one-year (365-day) period of course access from the Course Start Date and any approved extension period (per Section 11). Violation of this prohibition will result in immediate expulsion from the course without refund, revocation of any progress toward certification, and potential legal action.

3. Online Participant Confidentiality Agreement

Participants must review and comply with the Online Participant Confidentiality Agreement as a condition of enrollment. Non-compliance may result in expulsion and legal action.

4. Liability Waiver

Participants acknowledge that participation in the GSP™ Certification Course, including the use of sound bath equipment (e.g., gongs, crystal singing bowls), may involve risks such as psychological discomfort, hearing issues, or equipment-related damage. By enrolling, participants waive and release Beyond Percussion, its affiliates, and instructors from any liability for claims, damages, or injuries arising from course participation, equipment use, or application of learned techniques, to the fullest extent permitted by law. Participants assume full responsibility for ensuring their physical and mental suitability for the course and for using equipment safely. Instruments Purchased from Beyond Percussion: Beyond Percussion is not liable for any issues related to instruments purchased from Beyond Percussion or its subsidiaries, including but not limited to defects, damage during shipping, or improper use. Participants assume all risks associated with the purchase, handling, and use of such instruments.

5. Code of Conduct

Participants must act respectfully and professionally in all course interactions, including online discussions and practice events. Prohibited behaviors include harassment, discrimination, or actions that disrupt the learning environment. Violations may result in expulsion without refund.

6. Payment and Fees

Full Payment: Full payment of the course cost, as listed on the registration page, is required at the time of registration.
Registration Fee: A $250 non-refundable registration fee is included in the total course cost.
Processing Fees: All credit card and transaction processing fees for any Beyond Percussion services (courses, workshops, events, or instrument purchases) are non-refundable.
International Participants: Payments must be made in U.S. dollars (USD). Participants are responsible for currency conversion fees, international transaction fees, and any applicable taxes or duties in their jurisdiction. Beyond Percussion is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or additional costs.

7. Tax Compliance for International Participants

International participants must provide any tax-related documentation required by their jurisdiction to ensure compliance with local tax laws. Beyond Percussion is not responsible for verifying or ensuring compliance with international tax obligations.

8. Refunds and Cancellations

Grace Period: Participants may cancel enrollment and request a refund, less the $250 non-refundable registration fee and all processing fees, within five (5) calendar days from the date of payment, provided they have not been exposed to any course content accessed through the SoundbathPlayer™ Study Hub or Account Dashboard. Access to either platform terminates the Grace Period, rendering the payment non-refundable.
Refund Process: Refund requests must be submitted in writing to questions@soundbathplayer.com within the Grace Period. Approved refunds will be processed within ten (10) business days to the original payment method.
No Refunds Outside Grace Period: All sales are final after the Grace Period. No refunds or cancellations are permitted.
Non-Completion: No refunds will be provided for participants who do not start, complete, or finish the course after the Grace Period has expired, regardless of the reason.

9. Registration Requirements

Participants must register using their full legal name, verifiable by government-issued ID. Name changes require legal documentation verified by Beyond Percussion.
Only the individual who registered for the course may participate and access course content. Sharing access is prohibited and may result in expulsion.
Identity Verification: Beyond Percussion reserves the right to verify participant identity at any time during the course by requesting proof of identity such as a government-issued ID, selfie or other form of verification. Participants must provide the requested proof of identity within a reasonable time in order to maintain course access. Failure to comply may result in suspension or revocation of course access. Beyond Percussion will make multiple attempts at contact before revoking course access.

10. Course Eligibility

To enroll, participants must:

Be at least 18 years old.
Possess a valid government-issued ID.
Be in good standing with Beyond Percussion, along with its subsidiaries and associated companies.
Must be eligible for enrollment. Criteria rendering a participant ineligible are outlined below.

Ineligible Individuals or Entities:

Individuals who have taught or are currently teaching others in the use of crystal singing bowls or gongs in the context of sound baths, sound healing, sound therapy, or any similar sound-based practice, whether in-person or online.
Individuals or entities previously or currently engaged in retail, distribution, manufacturing, or promotion of gongs or crystal singing bowls.
Individuals providing coaching or mentoring students on how to play sound baths, gongs, or crystal singing bowls in a sound-based practice.
Individuals who have assisted or are currently assisting in a sound-based training or workshop with gongs and crystal singing bowls.
Individuals involved in any capacity in the development or delivery of a sound-based training program with gongs or crystal singing bowls.
Venue owners (public or private) who have hosted training or workshops in playing gongs, crystal singing bowls, sound baths, or similar sound-based practices at their space within the past two years.
Consequences of Ineligibility: Participants who enroll but are found to be ineligible, as determined through Beyond Percussion’s audit rights (per Section 16) or other verification processes, will have their course access terminated, be expelled from the course without refund, and have any certification revoked, as outlined in Section 15.

11. Course Access and Completion

Timing: The course is self-paced, typically requiring 2–6 months to complete.
Access Duration: Access is granted for 12 months (365 days) from the Course Start Date (date of payment).
Course End Date: All requirements, including the certification exam and GSP™ License Agreement, must be completed by the Course End Date. No exceptions.
Extension: A six-month extension may be requested for a $600 fee via the Account Dashboard’s Get Help page before the Course End Date. No extensions are granted post-Course End Date.
Certification Exam: A 50-question multiple-choice exam requires a 70% passing score. One retake is included; additional retakes may incur a fee.

12. Equipment Requirements

Participants must have:

A computer or tablet with internet access (desktop/laptop recommended).
A smartphone with a scanning app (e.g., Adobe Scan) for submitting assignments.
A standalone decibel meter for accurate sound measurement.
Required Instruments:
- One nickel silver or bronze chau gong, 30 inches or larger.
- One large gong mallet and two small or medium gong mallets.
- Three crystal singing bowls (one 3rd octave, two 4th octave).
- Two crystal bowl mallets designed for rim and side playing.

13. Certification Requirements

To earn certification, participants must:

Complete all GSP™ Player Essentials lessons.
Complete 30 hours of Technique Practice per the Course Workbook.
Conduct 10 practice events per the Course Workbook.
Submit all assignments and attendee feedback forms.
Pass the Certification Exam (70% or higher).
Sign the GSP™ License Agreement, which prohibits teaching sound bath techniques for 18 months post-certification (conducting sound baths is permitted).
Maintain good standing with Beyond Percussion.

Certification may be revoked for violations of course agreements or intellectual property misuse.

14. Promotional Instrument Credit (Advantage Plan)

Non-Monetary: Credit has no cash value and cannot reduce course fees.
Eligibility: Non-transferable; only the registrant may use it for select Beyond Percussion instruments.
Restrictions: Cannot be applied to shipping, taxes, prior purchases, or combined with other promotions (except regular player or SoundbathPlayer™ Pro discounts).
Expiration: Expires 3 months from registration; no extensions.
Forfeiture: Violating course terms or canceling during the Grace Period forfeits the credit.

15. Right to Refuse Service or Revoke Certification

Beyond Percussion may refuse service, terminate participation, or revoke certification for:

Non-compliance with course agreements (NDA, Terms and Conditions, GSP™ License Agreement).
Dishonesty or falsifying registration or assignments.
Ineligibility under Section 10, including enrolling while ineligible.
Teaching or engaging in competing activities during enrollment (per Section 2).
Disruptive behavior or violations of the Code of Conduct (per Section 5).
Unauthorized use or distribution of course materials.
Non-payment or filing payment chargebacks.
Illegal or unethical conduct, including violations of applicable laws.
Public disparagement or actions harming Beyond Percussion or its subsidiaries' reputation.
Failure to comply with identity verification requests (per Section 9).
Misuse of the course platform (per Section 17).

Violations may result in expulsion without refund, certification revocation, and legal action.

16. Audit Rights

Beyond Percussion reserves the right to audit participant activities (e.g., social media, websites, or public events) to ensure compliance with these Terms and Conditions, the Course NDA, and GSP™ License Agreement, including the prohibition on teaching or competing activities during enrollment, after certification is achieved, and intellectual property restrictions. Non-compliance may result in expulsion, certification revocation, and legal action.

17. Course Platform Usage Restrictions

Participants may only use the course websites and applications (e.g., SoundbathPlayer™ Study Hub, Account Dashboard) for authorized purposes related to completing the GSP™ Certification Course, ordering instruments, communicating with Beyond Percussion, or accessing content contained in SSL™ Skill Building or SoundbathPlayer™ Pro memberships. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to, hacking, scraping content, reverse-engineering, or overloading the platform. Violations may result in immediate suspension or termination of access without refund, certification revocation, and legal action.

18. Intellectual Property and Confidentiality

Course Materials: All content is the exclusive property of Beyond Percussion. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is prohibited and may result in expulsion and legal action.
Trademarks and Copyrights: Unauthorized use of Beyond Percussion’s intellectual property is prohibited.
Confidentiality: Participants must not disclose or teach proprietary course information (e.g., structure, syllabus, techniques, event templates). This obligation is indefinite.

19. Compliance with Local Laws for Sound Bath Events

Participants are solely responsible for ensuring that any sound bath events they conduct, including practice events required for certification, comply with all applicable local, state, federal, or international laws, including but not limited to permits, noise ordinances, and health and safety regulations. Beyond Percussion is not liable for any violations, fines, or damages resulting from non-compliance.

20. Indemnification

Participants agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Beyond Percussion, its affiliates, and instructors from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from their violation of these Terms and Conditions, misuse of course materials, non-compliance with local laws, or actions that harm Beyond Percussion’s reputation or intellectual property.

21. Data Privacy and International Participants

Data Protection: Participants consent to the collection, storage, and processing of personal data per U.S. data protection laws and Beyond Percussion’s Privacy Policy. Data may be stored in the U.S. or other countries with differing data protection standards.
Third-Party Services: Beyond Percussion uses third-party services for data storage and course content delivery and is not liable for issues arising from these services, to the extent permitted by law.
Taxes and Duties: Participants are responsible for taxes, duties, or customs fees in their jurisdiction.
Language: The course is provided in English. Participants must have sufficient proficiency to comply with requirements.
Jurisdictional Compliance: International participants must comply with local laws. Beyond Percussion is not responsible for ensuring compliance.

22. Anti-Harassment Policy

Beyond Percussion prohibits harassment, discrimination, or abusive behavior based on race, gender, religion, disability, or any protected characteristic in course interactions. Violations may result in expulsion without refund and potential legal action.

23. Accessibility

Beyond Percussion strives to make the course accessible per applicable standards. Participants requiring accommodations must contact questions@soundbathplayer.com at least 14 days before starting the course. Beyond Percussion will make reasonable efforts, but does not guarantee specific accommodations.

24. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement is governed by the laws of California, excluding conflict of law principles. Disputes shall be resolved exclusively in state or federal courts in San Bernardino County, California. Participants consent to this jurisdiction and venue.

25. Dispute Resolution

Disputes must first be submitted to confidential mediation in San Bernardino County, California. If unresolved, disputes will proceed to binding arbitration under the American Arbitration Association’s rules. Each party bears its own costs, unless the arbitrator awards otherwise. Class actions or collective claims are waived.

26. Force Majeure

Beyond Percussion is not liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations under this Agreement due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemics, government actions, technical failures, or third-party service disruptions. In such cases, Beyond Percussion may suspend course access or extend the Course End Date at its sole discretion. No refunds, credits, or other compensation will be provided for such delays or suspensions.

27. Limitation of Liability

Beyond Percussion’s liability is limited to the amount paid for the course. No liability exists for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, to the extent permitted by law.

28. Severability and Entire Agreement

If any provision is invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect. This Agreement is the entire agreement between Beyond Percussion and the participant, superseding all prior agreements.

29. Modification of Terms

Beyond Percussion may modify these terms at any time. Participants will be notified of material changes via email or the course platform. Continued participation constitutes acceptance.

30. No Warranty for Course Outcomes

The course is provided “as is” without warranties. Beyond Percussion does not guarantee professional success, skill mastery, or certification, which depend on participant effort.

31. Termination of Access

Beyond Percussion may terminate or suspend access for non-payment, inactivity, or violation of these terms. Termination does not entitle participants to a refund unless specified.

32. Acknowledgment

By checking the box on the registration form, you confirm you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. You acknowledge that the course is self-paced, certification requires meeting all requirements outlined in Section 13, and no specific outcomes are guaranteed. You further acknowledge the opportunity to consult legal counsel. Compliance is mandatory, and violations may result in expulsion without refund, certification revocation, and legal action.

GSP™ Course Terms & Conditions