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If What is yoga?
Yoga focuses on strength, flexibility and breathing to enhance both physical and mental wellbeing. It originated in India many hundreds of years ago and has continually evolved towards the form that is popular throughout the world today. There are many different styles of yoga practices today.
What type of yoga do you teach?
I teach Hatha yoga, which includes moving the body into different yoga postures (seated, standing and lying) to help improve the bodies strength, flexibility and balance, along with simple breathing exercises and relaxation to help calm the mind. I aim to make yoga relaxed, enjoyable and accessible to everyone, adapting the yoga practice to the individual's needs and ability. Each class has a description to help you better select the class(es) you want to attend. Keep in mind that each teacher is different, so give them all a try, see what fits best into your schedule, and we'll see you on your mat.
How is yoga different from stretching, or other kinds of fitness?
Unlike stretching or other fitness training, yoga is more than just physically working your body. Within the physical practice of yoga, we connect the movement of the body to the rhythm of our breath, which helps to focus and relax the mind by directing our attention inward. Yoga can improve your bodies strength, flexibility and balance, whilst also calming your mind and improving your posture and how you breathe.
I'm not flexible - can I do yoga?
Yes! In fact, you are a perfect candidate for yoga. Many people think that they need to be flexible to begin yoga, but that’s a little bit like thinking that you need to be able to play tennis in order to take tennis lessons. Come as you are, and you will find that yoga practice will help you to become more flexible. This newfound agility will be balanced by strength, coordination as well as a sense of physical confidence and overall well-being.
I'm not fit - can I do yoga?
Yes, absolutely. There is no assumed level of fitness required for the yoga classes and workshops I teach. You could be a couch potato or an athlete, yoga can benefit everyone. Yoga can help you gain a sense of physical confidence and overall well-being.
What should I bring to class?
Just bring yourself, in appropriate clothing (see below), and maybe bring a small bottle of water. If you have a mat or any props you prefer bring those along, if not, we have everything here available for use.
What should I wear?
Some people wear baggy, loose fitting bottoms or shorts and a t shirt. Other people wear tight, stretchy leggings + tops. The only thing that matters is that you wear comfortable clothes that you can easily move and stretch in. It's good to have clothes that keep you cool when you are active in yoga, some people also use yoga socks to help keep their feet warm and / or to have the additional grippers on the bottom of the socks for stability while standing on the mat.
Do I need a yoga mat?
All the equipment, including mats, you need for class are available. If you prefer to bring your own yoga mat that's fine too.
When should I eat before a class?
When it comes to food and digestion, each individual is different and needs to find out what works for them. In general I do not recommend eating a large meal within 2 hours of a class - if you must eat within 2 hours of a class then a light meal or snack that it easily digested is best. Its recommended to be hydrated before a class so drink some water.
Can I just drop into class?
Absolutely, we will always find room for one more!
How do I pay for classes?
We accept all major credit cards, cash and checks ($35 NSF fee). United Healthcare Insurance - Renew Active program accepted as well as ASH Fitness Ins. Silver & Fit / Active & Fit programs. Health Savings Accounts can also be used for payment. You can purchase class packages, unlimited monthly classes, 1:1 personal training or private yoga session and gift certificates online or in person.
Yoga focuses on strength, flexibility and breathing to enhance both physical and mental wellbeing. It originated in India many hundreds of years ago and has continually evolved towards the form that is popular throughout the world today. There are many different styles of yoga practices today.
What type of yoga do you teach?
I teach Hatha yoga, which includes moving the body into different yoga postures (seated, standing and lying) to help improve the bodies strength, flexibility and balance, along with simple breathing exercises and relaxation to help calm the mind. I aim to make yoga relaxed, enjoyable and accessible to everyone, adapting the yoga practice to the individual's needs and ability. Each class has a description to help you better select the class(es) you want to attend. Keep in mind that each teacher is different, so give them all a try, see what fits best into your schedule, and we'll see you on your mat.
How is yoga different from stretching, or other kinds of fitness?
Unlike stretching or other fitness training, yoga is more than just physically working your body. Within the physical practice of yoga, we connect the movement of the body to the rhythm of our breath, which helps to focus and relax the mind by directing our attention inward. Yoga can improve your bodies strength, flexibility and balance, whilst also calming your mind and improving your posture and how you breathe.
I'm not flexible - can I do yoga?
Yes! In fact, you are a perfect candidate for yoga. Many people think that they need to be flexible to begin yoga, but that’s a little bit like thinking that you need to be able to play tennis in order to take tennis lessons. Come as you are, and you will find that yoga practice will help you to become more flexible. This newfound agility will be balanced by strength, coordination as well as a sense of physical confidence and overall well-being.
I'm not fit - can I do yoga?
Yes, absolutely. There is no assumed level of fitness required for the yoga classes and workshops I teach. You could be a couch potato or an athlete, yoga can benefit everyone. Yoga can help you gain a sense of physical confidence and overall well-being.
What should I bring to class?
Just bring yourself, in appropriate clothing (see below), and maybe bring a small bottle of water. If you have a mat or any props you prefer bring those along, if not, we have everything here available for use.
What should I wear?
Some people wear baggy, loose fitting bottoms or shorts and a t shirt. Other people wear tight, stretchy leggings + tops. The only thing that matters is that you wear comfortable clothes that you can easily move and stretch in. It's good to have clothes that keep you cool when you are active in yoga, some people also use yoga socks to help keep their feet warm and / or to have the additional grippers on the bottom of the socks for stability while standing on the mat.
Do I need a yoga mat?
All the equipment, including mats, you need for class are available. If you prefer to bring your own yoga mat that's fine too.
When should I eat before a class?
When it comes to food and digestion, each individual is different and needs to find out what works for them. In general I do not recommend eating a large meal within 2 hours of a class - if you must eat within 2 hours of a class then a light meal or snack that it easily digested is best. Its recommended to be hydrated before a class so drink some water.
Can I just drop into class?
Absolutely, we will always find room for one more!
How do I pay for classes?
We accept all major credit cards, cash and checks ($35 NSF fee). United Healthcare Insurance - Renew Active program accepted as well as ASH Fitness Ins. Silver & Fit / Active & Fit programs. Health Savings Accounts can also be used for payment. You can purchase class packages, unlimited monthly classes, 1:1 personal training or private yoga session and gift certificates online or in person.