Refund Policy

Course Cancellation & Refunds

We understand that circumstances may change, and we aim to provide a fair and transparent refund policy for our culinary courses:

  • Full refund if cancelled 14 days or more before the course start date
  • 75% refund if cancelled 7-13 days before the course start date
  • 50% refund if cancelled 3-6 days before the course start date
  • No refund for cancellations within 48 hours of the course start date

Transfer & Rescheduling Options

If you're unable to attend your scheduled course, we offer the following options:

  • Free transfer to another course date if requested 7 or more days before the course
  • Transfer fee of $50 applies if requested 3-6 days before the course
  • Transfers not available within 48 hours of the course start date
  • Course credits are valid for 6 months from the original course date

Special Circumstances

We understand that emergencies happen. In cases of:

  • Medical emergencies (with documentation)
  • Family emergencies
  • Natural disasters or severe weather conditions

Please contact our customer service team to discuss your options. We handle these situations on a case-by-case basis with understanding and flexibility.

Non-Refundable Items

The following items are non-refundable:

  • Course materials and recipe books once received
  • Personal chef equipment packages after unsealing
  • Gift certificates and promotional offers
  • Processing fees and shipping charges

School Cancellations

In the rare event that we need to cancel a course:

  • Full refund will be provided
  • Option to transfer to another course date
  • Additional 10% discount on your next booking

How to Request a Refund

To request a refund or discuss your options:

Email: info@yualila.com

Phone: 646-371-3865

Response Time: Within 24-48 business hours

Refund Processing

Once approved:

  • Refunds are processed within 5-7 business days
  • Credit card refunds will be issued to the original payment method
  • Bank transfer refunds may take additional processing time