These terms apply to the Gateway to Gratitude website, scholarship applications, retreat registration and participation. By using this website, submitting a scholarship application or purchasing a retreat tier, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.
1. Medical, health and psychological disclaimer
The services, curriculum, trauma-releasing breathwork and Reiki energy clearings offered during Gateway to Gratitude are for informational, educational, holistic and spiritual purposes only. Grandmaster CandiChinwe Lee Pettie-Onuoha is an energetic practitioner and holistic facilitator, not a licensed medical doctor, psychiatrist, clinical psychologist or mental health therapist.
Participation does not establish a therapist-client or medical provider-patient relationship. Somatic practices, including deep breathwork, can bring up intense physical and emotional responses. If you are under psychiatric care, treating severe trauma, pregnant, have a history of cardiovascular or respiratory concerns, or have any condition that may affect safe participation, consult your licensed healthcare provider before registering. You remain responsible for your physical, mental and emotional well-being during and after the retreat.
2. Cancellation, refunds and travel insurance
Gateway to Gratitude is limited to 10 participants, and resort accommodations and program commitments are secured well in advance. For that reason, all deposits and registration fees are non-refundable.
- Participant cancellation: If you cancel for any reason, no refund, partial refund or credit will be issued.
- Travel insurance: Kaleidoscope Healing strongly recommends comprehensive third-party travel insurance, ideally with Cancel For Any Reason coverage. Consider coverage for the retreat investment, airfare, medical emergencies and travel interruption. Kaleidoscope Healing does not endorse a particular carrier.
- Cancellation by the host: If Kaleidoscope Healing must cancel the retreat because of a natural disaster, safety hazard or other circumstance that makes the retreat impracticable, registration fees paid to Kaleidoscope Healing will be refunded. Kaleidoscope Healing is not responsible for outside expenses, including non-refundable airfare, insurance or personal travel arrangements.
3. Assumption of risk and release of liability
By registering, you voluntarily choose to participate in retreat activities that may include somatic breathwork, Reiki sessions, local ground transportation, tours of ancient Mayan ruins, swimming in a cenote, resort and spa activities, and a sunset sailing charter for eligible guests.
You understand that travel, physical movement, water activities, excursions and somatic practices carry inherent risks, including accidental injury, illness, emotional distress, physical exertion and property loss. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, you assume these risks and agree to release and hold harmless Kaleidoscope Healing, Grandmaster CandiChinwe Lee Pettie-Onuoha, and associated staff and independent contractors from claims arising from ordinary accidental injury, illness or property damage connected with participation. Nothing in these terms waives rights that cannot legally be waived.
4. International travel and documentation
The retreat takes place in Cancun, Mexico. You are solely responsible for obtaining and maintaining a valid passport, any required entry visa, airline documentation, and compliance with current Mexican immigration and customs requirements. Requirements may vary by nationality and can change, so verify them with the relevant government and your airline before booking travel.
Kaleidoscope Healing is not responsible if an airline or government authority denies boarding or entry. A denied boarding or entry decision does not qualify for a refund.
5. Photography, video and promotional media
Professional photography or video may take place in communal resort spaces, during excursions and during designated non-confidential group activities. By attending, you grant Kaleidoscope Healing permission to use your likeness, image or voice captured in those settings in future digital, website, social media, advertising and promotional materials without compensation or additional approval.
We respect the privacy of your healing journey. If you want to be excluded from promotional media, notify the host in writing before November 4, 2026 so the media team can plan accordingly. Confidential personal disclosures are not intended for promotional use.
6. Privacy and communications notice
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7. Website and advertising disclaimer
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