CAN I PRACTICE YOGA DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC?

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Of course you can! Mindful procedures are in place to keep you and me safe before, during and after the practice:

• Maximum 10 people per class, book your spot ahead

• Sanitize your hands before and after the class

• Masks are mandatory in the common areas

• Masks can be removed for the practice only, once on your mat

• In studio, markings on the floor show where to place your mat (2 meters apart)

• Bring your own mat and props, no rental mats available at this time

• No hands-on adjustments, the class is taught from the mat

• Make sure your Safepass is up to date

• Fever, cough, been exposed? Be mindful, stay home

 

WHAT IS YOGA?

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Yoga from the sanskrit word "yuj" (to bind, to unite) is a mind-body-spirit practice with a 5,000-year history of ancient Indian philosophy combining physical postures, breathing techniques, meditation and chanting (mantras).

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The "Yoga Sutra" written by the Indian sage Patanjali about 2,000 years ago serves as a philosophical guidebook for all modern yoga and outlines the 8 limbs of yoga: yamas (restraints), niyamas (observances), asanas (postures), pranayamas (breathing), pratyahara (withdrawal of senses), dharma (concentration), dhyani (meditation), samadhi (liberation, enlightenment).

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WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF YOGA?

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Looking for reasons to try yoga? The Yoga Journal found 38 benefits to rolling out the mat!

Here is a sample: improves flexibility and balance, builds muscle strength, perfects your posture, prevents injuries, boost your immune system, helps you sleep deeper, gives you peace of mind and inner strength, and the best of all... it simply makes you happier!

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WHAT IS VINYASA?

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Vinyasa is a moving meditation commonly referred to as "flow".

 

Vinyasa Yoga connects seamlessly one posture to the next with the breath, it is about finding harmony, balance, grace and fluidity in our movements.

 

Vinyasa classes offer a wide variety of postures and sequences so no two classes are alike.

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I'M NOT FLEXIBLE, CAN I DO YOGA?

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Yes! Yoga is for everybody and every body.

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Options, modifications and props are offered during class to suit everybody's level and range of motion so you can practice at your own pace and not force yourself into a shape you're not yet ready for.

 

With patience and practice, yoga will help you become more flexible on and off the mat.

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DOES YOGA HELP LOSE WEIGHT?

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Although yoga focus mainly on balance, healing and reconnecting it will also change your body.

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Depending on the frequency and intensity with which you practice, yoga will help you burn calories, create long lean muscles, improve your digestive system, flexibility and range of motion.

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WHAT DO I NEED TO BEGIN?

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Come as you are with an open mind. It is also helpful to wear something you feel comfortable in and allows you to move freely. Yoga is practiced barefoot so no special footwear necessary.

 

As you deepen your practice you might want to buy your own mat and props (blocks, belt, bolster) but some loaner mats and blocks are available at the studio if needed, thoroughly disinfected before and after each class.

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It is best to practice with an empty stomach to avoid any discomfort during practice as we twist, bend forward and backward so avoid eating anything an hour before class.

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Please arrive 5-10 minutes before the class starts and remember to turn off your phone so you don't disrupt the class.

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Please inform about any injuries or physical conditions I should know about before class.

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HOW OFTEN SHOULD I PRACTICE?

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Although yoga is meant to be a daily practice it can be quite overwhelming to a beginner and hard to fit in your daily routine.

 

Start with one or two classes per week and see how it goes. You'll find that the more you practice, the better you will feel and the more you will want to practice.

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DO I NEED TO SIGN UP IN ADVANCE?

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As there is a limited space available it is best to let me know ahead if you wish to attend.

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MORE QUESTIONS?

 

Send me your questions or concerns and I will happily reply!