Yoga FAQ

What is Yoga?

To us, yoga embodies not only the physical postures associated with the practice but a lifestyle that includes practicing kindness, compassion, and patience.

What are the benefits of yoga?

People report experiencing many benefits from regularly practicing yoga. The most common are: improved strength and flexibility, improved mental clarity, a reduction of stress and anxiety, better cardiovascular health, improved self esteem and awareness, along with weight loss.

What should I wear?

We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and dressing in layers. As yoga is practiced barefoot, be sure to remove your shoes and leave them in the cubbies in the studio reception area.

Do I need to be flexible or in shape to practice yoga?

No. A regular yoga practice will increase your flexibility and improve your shape! As we like to say, "There's no yoga perfect. There's only yoga practice." If a pose feels uncomfortable for you, feel free to come out of it. The instructor will help you with modifications.

What can I expect for my first class?

Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so a guest experience associate can give you a studio tour and help you sign in. We have mats, straps, blocks and blankets available for you to borrow. Please turn off the ringer on your cell phone. You'll want to make sure you arrive early enough to have a few minutes before class begins to get settled in the studio.

What are some common yoga terms?

• Asana: pose or posture
• Dristi: gaze
• Mudra: yoga of the hands
• Namaste: “that which is good in me honors that which is good in you”
• Om: universal sound
• Pranayama: yogic breathing
• Savasana: relaxation pose
• Surya Namaskar: sun salutation