THE PRACTICE
tips for students
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PREPARE FOR CLASS
- Stop eating 3 hours before your class. It’s best to practice on an empty stomach.
- Drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially if you're taking a hot yoga class.
- Wear clean, stretchy clothing that moves with you. Gym clothes will do the trick.
- You must wear a mask at all times if you are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19. No bandanas, buffs or gaiters.
- Rental yoga mats and towels are available at the studio; they are complimentary for Members and New Students.
- You may use our communal yoga props or bring your own to class.
WHEN YOU ARRIVE
- Arrive 15 minutes before your class so we can check you in and show you around.
- Parking spots can be hard to find, especially in the mornings. Budget plenty of time if you are driving.
- Public transportation is best. Take the E/F train to Kew Gardens — Union Turnpike.
- Turn off phones or silence them. Take all valuables into the practice room with you.
- Speak softly. Silence is golden.
- If you arrive late, wait until after the Om to join the class.
DURING CLASS
- Tell your teacher if you are working through injuries, limitations or other conditions.
- Take a spot near the front so you can see and hear the teacher clearly.
- Ask questions if you're confused.
- Request modifications and use props if a pose is too challenging.
- Don't compare yourself to others. It’s not a competition. It's OK if you don't know many of the poses (that's why you're taking the class!).
- Use your best effort in each posture and practice without any expectations or judgment. Your class will be much more enjoyable.
- Learn the difference between discomfort (good) and pain (bad). Long, deep breaths will help you hold the pose.
- Take a child's pose or lie down if you feel exhausted or lightheaded.
END OF CLASS
- Don't skip out on savasana (corpse pose). It's the best part of the practice, when we get to recharge our batteries.
- Give yourself a hug for a job well done.
- Wash your hands and clean and disinfect all mats and props when class is over.
- If you brought a change of clothes, there are changing stalls in the studio but no showers.
- Sign up for your next class on our website or the My Living Yoga mobile app.
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