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Q.
Are there any guidelines
to follow for Yoga?
A.
Yes, here is a good
article by Robert Elias
Najemy.
Guidelines
for Performing Yoga
Exercises
Q.
What are the benefits of
Yoga?
A. For
a list of benefits
please click
HERE
Q
What is Pilates?
A.
For a overview of
Pilates please click
HERE
Q.
What do I wear?
A.
It’s best to wear
clothing that is
non-restrictive and
comfortable. Generally,
any workout clothing is
appropriate. Yoga is
typically done in bare
feet, but wearing socks
is also not a problem.
Q.
What is Namaste?
A. We
often complete our
practice with saying
Namaste. This simple
word is an expression of
deep connection. Namaste
means: I honor the place
in you where the entire
universe resides, I
honor the place in you
of love, of light, of
truth, of peace. I honor
the place within you,
where if you are in that
place in you, and I am
in that place in me,
there is only one of us.
Q.
Should I eat before Yoga
class?
A.
Generally, yoga is best
practiced on an empty
stomach. This way your
yoga practice does not
interfere with the
digestion process. After
practice, drink plenty
of pure water.
Q.
What if I am running
late to class?
A.
Entering class
constantly late is very
disruptive and
disrespectful to others,
and also to your nervous
system. If you do arrive
a few minutes late, take
a breath, unravel your
mat outside, and then
enter as slowly and
quietly as you can.
Please consider being
prompt as a part of your
practice.
Q.
Is Yoga a religion?
A.
No, Yoga is a
philosophy, not a
religion. A religion
defines God in terms of
a specific faith. A
philosophy guides one's
lifestyle.
Q.
I'm not flexible–can I
do yoga?
A. Yes!
You are a perfect
candidate for yoga. Many
people think that they
need to be flexible to
begin yoga, but that’s
a little bit like
thinking that you need
to be able to play
tennis in order to take
tennis lessons. Come as
you are and you will
find that yoga practice
will help you become
more flexible. This
newfound agility will be
balanced by strength,
coordination, and
enhanced cardiovascular
health, as well as a
sense of physical
confidence and overall
well-being.
Q.
How do I get started?
A. You
don't have to
pre-register or reserve
space in our classes
unless it's for a
workshop or other
special event. On your
first visit it's best to
arrive about 15 minutes
before class to
register, find the
restrooms, and make
yourself comfortable.
Q.
Is yoga just for the
young?
A. No!
Anyone, regardless of
age, can practice Yoga
and receive the
benefits. As yoga is an
individual practice,
growth will occur at
your own pace.
Q.
Do men take Yoga?
A.
Yes, click HERE
on reasons why Men take
Yoga
Q.
Will I have to chant
during class?
A.
Most classes do not
including chanting, it
will be listed in the
description of that
particular class.
Q.
What if I can't do all
the postures?
A.
There is no perfect
posture! To begin
practicing all you need
bring is an open mind
and a desire. With time
and patience, all will
come.
Q.
Are there any rules?
A. Yes
Have fun! This is
absolutely, positively
our most mandatory rule!
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