Does my insurance allow me to send pre-recorded videos to my students?
It depends on your cover, so always check directly with your insurance provider. If you’re covered under the Balens policy offered to Yoga Pros members, you can send pre-recorded videos if you keep the required student records (and for Eire residents, complete a pre-class consultation).
Why This Matters
Pre-recorded content limits real-time supervision, so insurers often require clear record-keeping and eligibility checks. Keeping accurate records protects you and makes it easier to evidence what was provided if there’s ever a complaint or claim. Always check with your insurance provider directly.
What This Means for You
If you’re insured under the Balens policy offered to Yoga Pros members:
UK residents
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Yes, you can send pre-recorded videos if you keep a record of each student’s name and email address.
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You must keep payment/sign-up records (with name + email) for at least 7 years.
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Exclusions: sending content to the USA and Canada is not covered. If you need cover for those countries, contact Balens.
Eire (Ireland) residents
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Yes, you can send pre-recorded videos if you:
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keep a record of each student’s name and email address, and
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complete a pre-class consultation with each student to assess eligibility
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You must keep payment/sign-up records (with name + email) for at least 7 years.
What You Need to Do
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Confirm your insurance provider and policy details (especially if you’re not on the Balens policy offered to Y members).
For those with the Balens policy as part of membership:
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Keep a record for every student:
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Name
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Email address
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Proof of payment/sign-up
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If you are an Eire resident, complete a pre-class consultation with each student before sending access.
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Store your records securely for at least 7 years.
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If you need to include students in the USA or Canada, contact us to discuss cover options.