EVENT POLICIES
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
These policies apply to paid live and virtual events hosted by Guardians of Eden, a private membership association, doing business as Eden World (“Association”), unless otherwise stated for a specific event.
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PAYMENT DEADLINES
Full payment or completion of the selected payment plan must be made by the stated deadline.
If payment is not received when due, the Association may suspend or forfeit your reservation without further notice.
Failure to attend does not relieve payment obligations.
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CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
All ticket purchases are final subject to the cancellation provisions below.
If written cancellation is received ninety (90) days or more before the event start date, the participant may choose one of the following:
- A credit equal to eighty percent (80%) of the amount paid, valid for twelve (12) months from the date of issuance, toward a future event hosted by the Association
or
• A refund equal to fifty percent (50%) of the amount paid, less non-refundable processing fees
Cancellations received fewer than ninety (90) days before the event start date are not eligible for refund. A credit may be offered at the sole discretion of the Association.
No refunds or credits are provided for non-attendance.
Credits have no cash value and may not be redeemed for cash.
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing.
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TICKET TRANSFERS
Tickets may be transferred under the following conditions:
- Transfer to Existing Members
Tickets may be transferred to an existing member of the Association upon written notice at least fourteen (14) days prior to the event start date. - Transfer to Non-Members
If the proposed transferee is not an existing member, the transfer is subject to approval by the Association.
Non-members must complete any required interview or screening process prior to confirmation of the transfer.
The Association reserves sole discretion to approve or deny any transfer request.
- Transfer Conditions
• All transfer requests must be submitted in writing
• Transfer requests submitted fewer than fourteen (14) days prior to the event may be denied
• The original participant remains financially responsible until the transfer is formally approved
• Processing fees may apply
• Tickets may not be resold for profit
Once a transfer is approved, the new participant assumes all obligations under the applicable agreements.
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PAYMENT PLANS
If a participant selects a payment plan:
- Payments must be made according to the agreed schedule
• A five (5) day grace period applies
• After ten (10) days without payment, the Association may forfeit the participant’s space
• Amounts previously paid remain subject to the Cancellation and Refund Policy above
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EVENT RESCHEDULING OR CANCELLATION BY ASSOCIATION
The Association reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or reschedule an event due to circumstances including but not limited to:
- Insufficient enrollment
• Venue unavailability
• Instructor illness
• Government restrictions
• Natural disasters
• Force majeure events
In such cases, participants will be offered:
- Transfer to the rescheduled date
or
• A credit toward a future event
If a participant declines or is unable to attend the rescheduled date, a credit valid for twelve (12) months from the date of issuance will be issued. Refunds will not be provided.
The Association is not responsible for travel, lodging, or related expenses.
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FORCE MAJEURE
The Association shall not be liable for delay or failure to perform due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, governmental actions, public health emergencies, or facility issues.
