faqs

What if I’ve never done yoga before? No matter what experience you have you will find the class challenging and rewarding and we will take you through each posture step by step. Do I have to be flexible or strong? You do not have to be flexible or strong to benefit from yoga. Your flexibility and strength will develop with a consistent practice. Is yoga targeted towards women? Yoga has been practised the world over for several decades by men and women of all ages and conditions. What do I wear and bring to my class? What you would normally wear to the gym is appropriate as long as its not too restrictive or too baggy. You should also bring water and a towel as the room could get warm. Can I eat before a yoga class? When it comes to food and digestion each individual is different and needs to find out what works for them. In general we do not recommend a 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. Can I eat after a class? Each individual is unique – find out what works for you. Generally it is recommended that you don’t eat anything heavy for at least 30 minutes after a class. What if I have health / medical issues (e.g. back pain, blood pressure, asthma)? A regular and consistent yoga practise can help heal old injuries and prevent new ones. Tessa will ask you at the beginning of each class whether you have any new injuries which can then be worked around to minimise aggravation. It is recommended that you consult your GP before you commence this or any other form of physical activity.

guidelines

The practice of yoga begins from the moment you enter tr yoga. To create the best experience for yourself and others, please follow these guidelines:

Arriving at the studio Please arrive at least 10-15 minutes before your class to allow yourself ample time to sign-in and prepare for class.
On your first visit you will be required to fill out a new student registration form. Please be sure to sign a waiver and indicate any physical injuries or special health conditions. Class booking Class bookings are preferred 1 day in advance of the class. It is important that you book your class in advance since some classes are more heavily attended than others Cancellations If you need to cancel a class booking, please call the studio at least 2 hours in advance so that others can take your place. Sign-In You must check in at the front desk before entering the studio for class even if you have reserved a space in advance. No talking The yoga studio is a silent room. Please do not talk while in the room. No eating Please do not eat in the studio. No shoes Please remove your shoes before entering the room. No mobile phones Please turn your mobile phones off or to vibrate mode. Preparation before class It is recommended that you bring your own mat and towel but extra mats should be available if your forget yours.
Yoga is best practiced on an empty stomach, so eat lightly or not at all for 2-3 hours before.