Frequently Asked Questions
How can I get on the mailing
list and receive a current flyer?
By e-mailing or calling us with your mailing address...
see Contact Us.
What should I wear to class?
You should wear close fitting stretchy leggings (w/ no feet) or
shorts, a tank top or T-shirt, and we will be working bare foot.
Should I bring anything?
If you own your own yoga mat, please bring it with you, otherwise we
have mats and all the other props in the studio. If you don't own your
own mat but would like to, we custom cut mats to your specific heighth
plus 6", so just let your teacher know your heighth and we'll be
happy to cut one for you. The cost is $25.00 (which includes the tax).
If I miss a class, can I make it up?
Yes, absolutely, by attending any class of your level at any time during
the current session.
Is it OK to eat immediately before class?
No, you should wait at least 1-1/2 to 2 hours between eating and practicing
yoga.
I'm new to Yoga, should I start with Gentle
Yoga or Level 1?
If you are fairly athletic, young or just plain healthy and not extremely
stiff, then Level 1 is a fine place to start. If you are over 60 and
quite stiff, and you haven't been exercising, or perhaps you're recovering
from an injury, or just want to move at a slower pace, then the Gentle
Yoga classes might be a more appropriate choice for you.
Do you take drop-ins in your classes?
Only if it's an experienced yoga practitioner who's visiting from out
of town and is familiar with the Iyengar style of yoga.
What is the Iyengar method of yoga?
There are many different styles of Hatha Yoga, usually named after the
teacher that "invented" the specific style. The Iyengar style
is named after a man named B.K.S. Iyengar. Mr. Iyengar is an Indian
man in his 80's who has practiced yoga since he was a young boy. His
innovative style utilizes the use of props to help make the postures
or "asanas" easier and more accessible to students, until
such point when they're not needed any more. Attention to detail and
accuracy of alignment is very much a part of this style of yoga, as
is the interactive role that the teacher plays in the classroom.
Can you recommend any books or videos?
My favorite yoga book is "Yoga, The Iyengar Way" by Silva,
Mira & Shyam Mehta. It's a very practical book, with great pictures
and directions, and includes a section on the philosophy of yoga at
the beginning of the book. My favorite videos feature either Patricia
Walden or Rodney Yee. These can generally be found at Costco. Be sure
to choose one that appears to be for your level of practice.