Some tips on how to get the most out of class

The hour and a half spent in class is your time.  Listen to your body and don’t do anything that doesn’t feel right.  Don’t pay too much attention to what your neighbour is doing or feel the need to do exactly what the teacher is doing.  Personal attention and hands-on assistance on my part will facilitate your feeling the stretch and releasing the muscles. 

The following reminders will help you enjoy your class all the more:

-          come to the class on an empty stomach

-          wear comfortable, non-restricting clothing and bare feet

-          you may want to bring a pair of warm socks and sweater/sweatshirt for the final relaxation.

-          I provide mats, props and blankets, however you may want to bring your own for assisting in poses and for use in the final relaxation.

If you have any injuries, illnesses, or pregnancy please tell me before the class so I can modify the class for you.  If you are fatigued or “under the weather”, still come, yoga can be very beneficial.  Please feel free to discuss with me, before or after class, any personal concerns or suggestions you may have for changes or additions. If you would like some advice on practice at home, I have resources that I can suggest to you.

If you feel sore after a class, drink plenty of water to flush out stored up toxins and/or try soaking in a bath with epsom salts.

 

You are welcome to come to class as much as 15 minutes early to have some quiet time to yourself.  I will suggest relaxing poses for you to take during this time.

Keep in mind that yoga is a time for quiet attention and looking inward.  Many people come to yoga for stress reduction and relaxation.  Please keep socializing to before or after the class.

I will do everything based on my training and knowledge to provide you with a safe and enjoyable yoga practice.  Although yoga is an inherently low risk activity, it is still possible for even experienced practitioners to injure themselves.  You alone are ultimately responsible for your physical safety, as it is impossible for me to feel your physical limitations.  To create safety, I provide information on the benefits, precautions, adaptations and contraindications for each pose.  If you are in any doubt about a physical condition that may affect your participation, please inform me.  You may also wish to consult with your physician.