THere is a spark in you.
Let it shine.
THere is a spark in you.
Let it shine.
Look at you trying something new!
Look at you trying something new!
If you haven't already registered online, this will give us time to do that, show you the studio, and answer any questions you may have. It also gives you time to set up your mat and chill out.
We recommend that you refrain from eating a large meal before class, instead choosing fruits, vegetables, and high protein snacks. Come well hydrated - drink water throughout the day, both before and after your class.
The studio is heated, so come prepared to sweat. Breathable and stretchable fabrics are ideal. Please, no shoes in the studio – for us Pacific Northwest natives, this is good chance to dust off your flip-flops. They are easy to slip on and off in either the locker room or just outside the studio door. Need some snazzy yoga clothes? You are in luck. Our studios offer a variety of yoga products available for purchase!
We highly recommend Yogitoes ® - sustainable, yoga towels that are designed to prevent slipping. They are available in the lobby for purchase or to rent. We have mat cleaner in the studio for you to use (also for sale in the lobby) if your mat could use a little sanitizing after class.
We have straps, blocks, residence bands and weights (for Sculpt) for you to use during your practice. All equipment is washed and/or sanitized frequently.
Locker rooms are equipped with a shower for your convenience. There are cubbies available to store your belongings in the women’s locker room and in the studio. If there is not a receptionist in the lobby during your class, the front door will be locked. If you feel more comfortable bringing your purse or wallet into the studio, please feel free to do so. We do ask that you kindly turn your cell phone off – not everyone wants to hear your Justin Bieber ringtone in savasana.
Coming late and leaving during class is distracting to others. If an emergency requires you to leave, please exit quietly and be sure to make eye contact with the instructor.
Calm your mind before and after your class. This is your – and your neighbor’s – escape from the loud, demanding world we live in.
The heat is there to help you. And while it’s hot, it’s not crazy hot. Our state-of-the-art heating and humidification system is designed to provide the optimal environment for each style of yoga we offer. It can take several classes to fully acclimate to practicing in a heated room. There is no rush. Take your time and lay down to rest when you need to. After all, it’s yoga practice, not yoga perfect.
Be proud of yourself (and those around you) for taking the time, putting yourself first, and doing something that is good for your mind, body, and soul. Be gentle and kind to yourself. You are here, you are present, and you are breathing and sweating. The rest is just a bonus.