 Guidelines
for Class
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Wear comfortable
exercise clothing. Yoga is practiced with bare feet. Remove
watches and other jewelry. Please do not wear perfume to class.
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Refrain from eating
a large meal 1-2 hours before class. A full stomach makes it
difficult to breathe deeply and move. If you need to eat something
before class, choose something small and easily digestible, like a
piece of fruit.
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Arrive at least 10
minutes before class. Be respectful and considerate of your fellow
students by arriving early so that you are ready to start class on
time. This also gives you time to slow down, relax and focus your
mind. Please note that it is not safe to arrive more than 10-15
minutes late for class, and it is up to the instructor when to
close the door.
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Plan accordingly so
you can stay for the entire class. You are encouraged to stay for
the whole class, but if you have to leave early, please be sure to
tell the instructor before class. Practice close to the door so
that you won’t distract others when you leave.
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Inform your
instructor of any special concerns or medical conditions such as
injuries, illnesses, medical prescriptions, or pregnancy.
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Turn off your cell
phone, beeper, etc. Electronic equipment is disruptive.
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Listen to your body. Only
your
body
can tell you when to work harder or deeper and when to move more
slowly.
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Be prepared to
sweat. Sweating is healthy because it helps to detoxify the body.
Please use a towel if you sweat profusely. The studio provides
towels for a small charge, or feel free to bring your own.
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Focus on your
breath! It should always be louder than your internal dialogue.
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Never force yourself
into any posture. No posture is worth injury.
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Take ambition out of
it. You are not competing with anyone.
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Set
up
a regular practice for yourself. Take class 2-3 times a week, and
on days you can’t make it to class, try to practice at home (even
if it’s only for 15 minutes!) Incorporate some yoga poses into
your stretching routine after running or other exercise.
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