Harriet M.
Disappointing experience with auto-renew policy
I'm really disappointed that a company with the ethos of Yoga Girl opts for an auto-renew business model with such high annual increases (from an original free trial / £50 for an annual membership, to £210 at the latest renewal). I joined in the pandemic and enjoyed some of the content but haven't used it for a long time and have been caught out by the annual renewal. I emailed over 2 weeks ago to ask for cancellation and to request a refund given I'm not using the platform at all, to which I didn't receive a reply until I chased over 10 days later. The reply was to enforce a rigid policy which suggests they rely to some degree on customers overlooking their renewals (and with such high increases at each one!). It would be so much more effective to run a refund policy that takes into account how often you use the service. This kind of fairness creates goodwill and makes the likelihood of you returning high, rather than just relying on the sneaky tactic of auto-renewing subscriptions. The whole thing has left a bad taste in my mouth - something to be aware of when signing up!
Reply from Yoga Girl®Dec 19, 2023
Dear Harriet, Thank you for sharing your concerns with us. We're grateful to hear that you enjoyed some of our content when you first joined us. We have our system set up to send automated reminders for subscription renewals in hopes to avoid these situations. Additionally, we have provided step-by-step instructions on how to cancel, giving you full control over your subscription. We understand how the price difference may have seemed unexpected, especially after we initially offered a 50% discount in your first year, along with additional discounts in the second year. These adjustments were carefully considered, taking into account market conditions and our operating costs. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sale prices permanently. We hope in the future that you may rediscover the benefits and enjoyment of our offerings. We appreciate you being part of our community and are here to assist you with any questions or concerns. With love, Team Yoga Girl®


