Some Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What do I have to bring to class?
Nothing but yourself! We provide mats (and wipes for after use), blocks, straps, blankets, bolsters and more for yoga classes, and towels for dance classes. Bring bottled water, or a reusable water bottle.
Please avoid heavy meals, smoking or perfumes prior to class, this insures everyone has a good experience.
1.5 What if I arrive early or late?
In either circumstance please use our back entrance. If you are early you can sit in our waiting area, grab a snack or drink, check out the reference library and prepare for class. If you arrive late please enter quietly and take a place at the back of the class
2. What should I wear to yoga?
Wear comfortable clothing that is not too loose – nothing baggy where your form would not be discernable (we need to check alignment). Our room fluctuates between classes so you can wear a light layer or tee shirt. Many people opt for tee shirts and a light weight zip-up. No shoes are worn during yoga, socks are optional though it is recommended you take them off.
3. What should I wear to Zumba?
Zumbawear of course! Just kidding, though we do sell a limited amount of Zumba clothing. Well fitting sports support/underwear, and anything you would wear to workout it. Fitness, cardio or cheerleading shoes are preferable, gym shoes will suffice.
4. Do I have to register for class?
Yes. Pre-registering for class, whether paid or not, helps us figure out how many people to expect, layout of class and of course reserves a spot for you in our popular classes and time that tend to fill up. If you pay for class you are guaranteed a spot in that class.
5. I tried to register but could not, is the class full?
Our system locks out registration an hour before class, that way instructors know who to expect and if they have to cancel class, have enough time to do so. You may always call and check on class status if you miss registering. Please leave a message and we will call right back.
6, Is there somewhere I can change?
Absolutely, we have a restroom and when not in use a treatment room for changing.
7. I’m pregnant, when can I come to class?
As with any exercise please check with your primary care provider. This said, we do not limit a woman’s ability to participate in our classes. Please check with individual instructors though to make sure modifications can be made to accommodate you during this phase of life.
8. What are community classes and how can I pay for them?
Community classes are offered Fridays at a discount to the community so that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy classes with us. You may pay for individual classes pay cash or check, or purchase a 5 class pass by credit card.
9. Can I pay for class in person?
You absolutely may! We use the same system in the studio that you access from home, but sometimes it can be overwhelming or down for maintenance. You can always pay by MC/VISA, cash or check at the time of class.
10. Where are you located?
As of April 19th our new location is 2035 S Washingston St Suite 147 in the Old Farm Marketplace. This is on the corner of 87th and Washington Street, south of the downtown area.
11. I’m new to class, will I be able to keep up? What is it like?
Everyone is new to class, or new to our studio at some point. You definitely will be able to keep up with class because our teachers are trained to make modifications for all levels. If you have a specific question regarding medical problems that may keep you from enjoying class always start with your primary care provider’s suggestions, then ask your instructor if they will be able to accommodate your needs. We want everyone to have a safe experience, so if you are concerned, let us know.
All of our classes are unique. Each class has its own energy based on the mix of students who are attending, their intentions and what they bring to class. Yoga classes may be taught with a mix of workshop, partner, or individual work, props or verbal and physical corrections. No two classes are the same. For general purposes we classify our yoga into two styles Gentle/Beginner and Power. This is like saying Yin and Yang, or Tapas and Raja, Cooling or Heating, or Restorative and Rigorous. It is just a label to help you narrow your focus a little. Our instructors pull from all schools and lineages of teaching – these are the two main distinctions that we have found – from here each class is then based on the needs of the students in class.
12. What are passes?
Our system is paperless. You may pay for one class, up to 20 classes at a time. These form our “class passes” which are stored in our system. As you register for classes, and are signed in, a class is deducted from your pass. You have up to an hour before class to register, and up to an hour before class to cancel without a change in your pass, this is an “Early cancel”. If you do not show up or cancel later than an hour before your pass is charged as though you were in class – this is because I space was held for you, and instructors were booked for the class.
All of our passes expire 3 months from purchase, so please make sure you keep track. Our system sends out alerts when passes are near expiration, and when you are running low on classes.
13. Where do I buy a pass?
You may purchase passes online or in the studio and passes may be shared between friends / family members – you are responsible for any disputes of shared passes.
14. Are the 30 – 45 minute classes counted as one class? What about the Xpress Classes?
Yes. We do not offer any additional discount past the one that you receive when you purchase a pass. Just because the class is shorter does not make it any less of a challenge to teach or participate in, it can be more of a challenge to instructors fitting information into a shorter time and maintaining the quality that we demand. All of our classes count as one class – whether you take a 45 minute Bhangra Samba Cardio Jam, or a 2 hour Ashtanga class.
