Welcome to your yoga journey!
We are delighted you've chosen to join us. You're probably wondering what to expect.Are you new to yoga? Returning after a break? This page will guide you through what to do when you get to the studio and choosing classes you might enjoy.
Beginner
Arrival
- Try to arrive ten minutes before the class starts.
- Remove your shoes in the welcome area when you arrive at the studio. Please sign in on the sign-up sheet.
- Store your belongings in the cubbies in the welcome area. Remember to silence your cell phone!
- You can bring your own mat or borrow one of ours. Try not to step on other people's mats as you cross the floor.
- Be sure to introduce yourself to the teacher if this is the first time you have attended his or her class. Mention any health concerns you may have.
- Practice compassion for yourself and rest in child's pose whenever you need to.
- Blankets, straps, blocks and other props are available to assist you and adapt your practice to your body. Ask the teacher for suggestions to make poses more effective for you. It's your practice and we want you to get the most out of it.
- Limit conversation during practice and be mindful of shared space, particularly during popular classes. It is perfectly fine to move to the back or front of your mat to accommodate spacious poses in a crowded room.
- Rest in savasana as long as you like.
- Be respectful of other students by refraining from starting a conversation until they indicate readiness by making eye contact and by confining conversation in low tones until everyone has finished
- Neatly put away any props you used.
Class Suggestions for Beginning Students
The following classes will help you focus on learning correct alignment and breathing:
- Restoration yoga
- Beginner Bija Flow
- Slow Flow and Slow Flow with Meditation
Returning
- Be mindful of what your body needs today. Don't worry about what you were able to do the last time you attended a yoga class. Focus on the present.
- Have confidence in your memory of asanas and pranayama exercises. Your body will remember what to do. At the same time, be open to new suggestions that may be helpful to you today.
Class Suggestions for Returning Students
These classes will lead you through postures at varying levels. Work on remembering the basics or challenge yourself, as you decide.
- Bija Flow
- Energy Current
- Slow Flow and Slow Flow with Meditation
Advanced
- Modify poses to make them more challenging as needed. Ask the teacher if you need suggestions. It's your practice and we want you to get the most out of it.
- Consider taking a space at the front of the room. Newer students often feel self-conscious and welcome a space in the back.
Class Suggestions for Advanced Students
These classes will challenge you and give you room to refine your asana and pranayama practice
- Balance and Flow
- Bija Flow
- Detox Flow