12 tips for a great Yoga class

by | Jun 26, 2014 | News

12 tips for a great Yoga class

If you are looking to attend Yoga for the first time, or are just curious about how to prepare take a look at these 12 tips, which will hopefully help you prepare for a great Yoga class. 

Arrive in good time 

  • Be punctual. Settle on your mat a few minutes before the start time, arrive 5 to 10 minutes early, and enjoy the whole class.
  • Be smart. Wear loose conservative clothing so that you can easily move around. Arrive early if you need to change before class.
  • Be warm. Bring a jumper, socks, and a blanket or shawl for relaxation/meditation parts of the session/s.

Leave work mode behind 

  • Drop the baggage.  Leave bulky bags, laptops, and work stuff at work. Leave any valuables at home.
  • Phones off.  All mobile phones to be switched off before the lesson – this will help you to practice with ease.

Barefoot Yoga 

  • Barefoot. We practice barefoot (unless sitting in periods of longer meditation). Keep shoes outside of the studio room at all times.
  • Be clean. Bring your own mat to class; placing your feet and body on someone else’s mat is not so nice. Read this ARTICLE  as it explains why it’s good to have your mat.
  • Empty belly.  Don’t eat at least 3 to 4 hours before class; this is so you can enjoy your class without distraction and prevent any indigestion. For health matters (e.g. for pregnancy or anyone with sugar imbalances) a light snack can be eaten 1 to 2 hours before the session.

Clear the mental clutter

  • Open Heart. Come to class with an open heart and mind to feel the full benefits of your practice. Follow instructions and practice at a comfortable steady pace, the instructor is there to help and guide you throughout. 
  • A little respect. Yoga is not a competition so treat your body with kindness and try not to force yourself into any positions that you are not yet ready for, learn techniques to regulate, control, and master the breath.
  • Be kind. Be kind to yourself and to others in the room and the space, no need to judge or be impatient.
  • Have fun! Enjoy the experience, each week you will improve and feel immediate benefits from beginning a practice.

We look forward to seeing you at your first session with us soon. Please create an online account before joining us. If you prefer to pay by cash or card in person, please email 24 hours in advance and we will be happy to arrange this for you. Either way, you will still need to create an account to sign the health declaration form

Please contact us if you have any other queries, we will be happy to help.

 

 

Pin It on Pinterest

Share This