A few things you should know to enhance your learning and practice of Yoga.
- We always practise in our bare feet.
- Come to practice on an empty stomach (unless a specific condition prevents this)
- Please bring your own mat, it’s more hygienic, although I do have a couple to borrow.
- Wear comfortable exercise clothing.
- Mobile phones are to be switched off.
- Be early to class. Entering a class late can be disruptive and is disrespectful to others.
- Ask questions about anything that is not clear to you. You may ask during class when appropriate or after class if there is time.
- Please notify me of any health issues that may have changed since you signed your original health questionnaire. And remember, that not every pose is appropriate for everyone.
- Let go of the competitive mind set. Yoga is non-competitive.
- Be kind and loving to yourself by accepting where you are. Rest sometimes. Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.
- It is fine to leave the class for a few minutes to go to the bathroom. There is no need to ask the teacher’s permission.
- When it comes time to take a Vinyasa (in Ashtanga Yoga), always feel free to take either Knees, Chest and Chin and Cobra, or Chaturanga and Updog.
- Stay for the entire class. If you do need to leave early, please tell me beforehand and exit quietly before the final relaxation.