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Joining Me for a Yoga Class for the First Time?

2/21/2014

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So, you've decided it's time to begin practicing Yoga? Or to come back to it after some time away? Or to try out a different teacher? Congratulations! Yoga is that wonderful friend who welcomes you when you're ready, understands when you need space or time apart, and is happy when you explore. Plus, you always feel good when you're around Yoga. :) 

If you are coming to class with me for the first time, please come 10-15 minutes early so we can be introduced; so you have time to fill out a health history form and discuss any injuries, conditions, or concerns with me; and become familiar with the space you'll be practicing in. 

Bring your Yoga mat if you have one (there are usually mats for you to borrow if not), and a water bottle if you'd like but it's not necessary. Wear comfortable clothing. It's suggested that Yoga be practiced on an empty stomach so if you need to eat before class, choose light snacks and save your big meal for afterwards. 

Now, to take the pressure off....I believe that if you can breathe, you can do Yoga. You don't need to be flexible. You don't need any prior experience with Yoga. All you need to be able to do is breathe. In fact, if all you do is sit and breathe with awareness during the whole class, that's okay; that's still Yoga, and I believe it's the most important part of Yoga - breathing. 

I welcome you to a safe space where you can release all expectations you've placed on yourself and get to know your body, mind, and spirit: your 'self' better. I am your guide, your body is your teacher. You don't need to do anything that is uncomfortable for you, does not feel right in your body, and definitely not anything that causes you pain. If any of these come up for you, find stillness, and come back to your breath.  

Often in my classes there are students who have been practicing for years, brand new students, and everyone in between. What your neighbour is doing may be completely different than what you are doing and that is okay. I encourage and give everyone permission to follow their body wisdom; if you don't know what that is, that's okay too, it's why Yoga has found you. What a fun journey ahead! 

If you're running late, relax, you are on your way to Yoga after all. I don't mind if you arrive late, just be respectful of the fact that we may be in silence, so please enter quietly. If you need to leave early, please let me know before class so that I am not concerned when I see you go before everyone else, and please leave quietly. During class, give me a little wave if you have a question, concern, or need a suggestion regarding a pose that is not feeling right for you, and I will come over. 

Please contact me with questions, comments, or feedback at anytime.

Always be respectful of yourself, other students, and me while in the studio space, and hopefully beyond. :) 

Welcome to our community! 
4 Comments
Natalie link
2/21/2014 12:25:11 am

Would you like more reading on Yoga, it's benefits, and different types of classes?

http://www.natalierachelbrewer.com/newsmedia.html

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Emelie Hubert
2/10/2015 08:58:26 am

Yes, I would love to read anything you have to say about yoga, Natalie.

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Emelie Hubert
2/10/2015 09:00:52 am

That is a thorough introduction to your yoga, Natalie, informative, lovely and light-hearted.

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Natalie
2/11/2015 02:21:12 am

Thank you, Emelie!

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