Etiquette

WHAT TO BRING

Bring two towels, a yoga mat and a water bottle. we have mats and towels for rent at $4 each, as well as free filtered water.

PARKING

Street parking available outside our studio (metered), in the neighbouring streets (free) and at the Britannia Community Centre (free).

WHERE

Our studio is located on Commercial Drive, corner with Napier Street, upstairs from the Sweet Cherubim Restaurant. Look for the blue door and ring the intercom for entrance.

SAVE TIME

Book your class in advance. First time students have an introduction rate of $25. Returning students have a drop-in fee of $29.

1

BEFORE

WHAT TO WEAR

Wear light, form-fitting exercise clothing. Shorts and no sleeves are best.

SHOES

Protect bare feet. No glass jars or bottles in the yoga room.

STORAGE

There are lockers ($0.50) in the change rooms. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

PUNCTUALITY

Classes start on time. Please allow yourself enough time to arrive, change, and set up your mat.

FOOD

Avoid eating meals 2 hours before class. Come well hydrated.

PRIVACY

Store your phone in your belongings. Respect the privacy of your fellow yogis, no cellphone use in the change rooms.

SAFETY

Leave outdoor shoes at reception. We have benches and cubbies at the top of the stairs and lobby area.

HYGIENE

Be mindful about body odour. Please no perfumes or scents. Showers are recommended for both before and after class.

DEVICES

No cellphones, watches, wallets or other belongings in the yoga room.

2

DURING

STAY IN THE ROOM

The class is a set 90 minutes and students are expected to stay and complete the class. If you must leave early, please alert the instructor prior to class. Make it a goal each practice to attend the class in full without leaving the room. This is to prevent a sudden change in body temperature and to respect other practitioners sharing the space.

TAKE IT EASY

As a beginner you may find the heat and practice to be very intense. This is very normal and you are allowed to sit out postures and rejoin when you feel ready.

WATER

No water during the first 3 postures. The instructor will announce the first water break. This timing gives your body the proper warm up without the distraction of digesting water. Bring enough water to last the duration of the practice.

3

AFTER

CLEAN UP

Following final savasana, please leave the room quietly and clean up your area. Bring extra towels if you sweat heavily. There are buckets in the back of the room you may use to carry your wet mat and towel. Please rinse these buckets and return them to the room.

SAVASANA

The class is a set 90 minutes and students are expected to stay and complete the class. If you must leave early, please alert the instructor prior to class. Make it a goal each practice to attend the class in full without leaving the room. This is to prevent a sudden change in body temperature and to respect other practitioners sharing the space.

HYDRATE AND REST

As a beginner you may find the heat and practice to be very intense. This is very normal and you are allowed to sit out postures and rejoin when you feel ready.