AN OVERVIEW OF YUMMY YOGA CLASSES- our philosophy :)
Contrary to public opinion, you do not need to be flexible or skinny to join a yoga class! You just need to be open-minded and ready to give your body the nurture and care that it deserves.
Yoga IS for EVERYONE!
Our Yummy Yoga classes include gentle asana (poses), pranayama (breathing practice) and meditation (relaxation). The style of yoga is mostly Hatha, with variations in style depending on the fortnightly theme.
Following the Main Principal of Yoga - "Ahimsa" - (gentleness and kindness to ourselves and others):
The philosophy of all Yummy Yoga classes is "No pain, more gain!". The emphasis of each class is solely on stretching, strengthening, releasing and relaxing, all of which our bodies and minds enormously benefit from. Yoga is all about aging gracefully and feeling strong and comfortable in your body. It’s very important that you listen to your own body and ONLY do what feels good for you. Please remember that we all have very different bodies and varied natural flexibility. How boring would it be if we all looked the same? So please don’t even consider comparing yourself with others in a yoga class. The only measure you should use is how much YOU feel the stretch and how much better you feel in your body over time.
Different Levels in a General Class:
Because these classes are aimed at the General Public, anyone can come. However, there will be different levels in the class so it’s important that you make the right choices for your body. If you have been doing yoga or another class like this for a while, you may feel that you would like some more advanced options that may be offered. But it is important that those with injuries or those who are new to yoga, continue to respect their bodies and stay with the lower options to keep themselves safe.
Equipment:
We will be using a variety of equipment during the class. While we have some spare mats for people to use for their first class or two, it is important that you then start using your own mats for hygiene purposes (as well as the fact the at this may entice you to start doing a home practice too!). We will also be using blocks, straps, bands, eye pillows, blankets, rollers, pillows and in time, bolsters. If you would like to bring any of these for yourself, please feel free to do so.
Arriving on time:
To get the most out of your class, we would like to strongly encourage you to arrive 10 minutes early to get yourself set up with your mat and equipment and find a good space for yourself. Ideally if you could be relaxing and unwinding on your mat before the class begins, you will maximize your results!
General reminders and Etiquette in a yoga class:
1. Wear layers and bring some socks for relaxation ;)
2. Light snack only before a class- no heavy meals or big drinks for 2 hours before a practice.
3. Shoes and bags left in the outside area to free up the space in the room.
4. Mobile phones switched off. If you need to keep it on silent in the room for emergency purposes, please let your teacher know.
5. Please do not wear any strong perfumes.
6. Please be respectful with the props and put them away tidily after class.
7. Please be gentle and respectful with yourself and those around you.
8. Please arrive on time (before class starts) and stay until the end.
9. Please do not leave before the final meditation. If you have to leave early, please leave before this, rather than in the middle of it. Please let the teacher know beforehand and only do this, if necessary, as the final relaxation is the most important part of the class.
10. If you are there early, please chat quietly so that people who do not want to chat can relax in a quiet space and get in the zone.
Thank you :) We appreciate your support to make this a safe and relaxing space for everyone X
Yoga IS for EVERYONE!
Our Yummy Yoga classes include gentle asana (poses), pranayama (breathing practice) and meditation (relaxation). The style of yoga is mostly Hatha, with variations in style depending on the fortnightly theme.
Following the Main Principal of Yoga - "Ahimsa" - (gentleness and kindness to ourselves and others):
The philosophy of all Yummy Yoga classes is "No pain, more gain!". The emphasis of each class is solely on stretching, strengthening, releasing and relaxing, all of which our bodies and minds enormously benefit from. Yoga is all about aging gracefully and feeling strong and comfortable in your body. It’s very important that you listen to your own body and ONLY do what feels good for you. Please remember that we all have very different bodies and varied natural flexibility. How boring would it be if we all looked the same? So please don’t even consider comparing yourself with others in a yoga class. The only measure you should use is how much YOU feel the stretch and how much better you feel in your body over time.
Different Levels in a General Class:
Because these classes are aimed at the General Public, anyone can come. However, there will be different levels in the class so it’s important that you make the right choices for your body. If you have been doing yoga or another class like this for a while, you may feel that you would like some more advanced options that may be offered. But it is important that those with injuries or those who are new to yoga, continue to respect their bodies and stay with the lower options to keep themselves safe.
Equipment:
We will be using a variety of equipment during the class. While we have some spare mats for people to use for their first class or two, it is important that you then start using your own mats for hygiene purposes (as well as the fact the at this may entice you to start doing a home practice too!). We will also be using blocks, straps, bands, eye pillows, blankets, rollers, pillows and in time, bolsters. If you would like to bring any of these for yourself, please feel free to do so.
Arriving on time:
To get the most out of your class, we would like to strongly encourage you to arrive 10 minutes early to get yourself set up with your mat and equipment and find a good space for yourself. Ideally if you could be relaxing and unwinding on your mat before the class begins, you will maximize your results!
General reminders and Etiquette in a yoga class:
1. Wear layers and bring some socks for relaxation ;)
2. Light snack only before a class- no heavy meals or big drinks for 2 hours before a practice.
3. Shoes and bags left in the outside area to free up the space in the room.
4. Mobile phones switched off. If you need to keep it on silent in the room for emergency purposes, please let your teacher know.
5. Please do not wear any strong perfumes.
6. Please be respectful with the props and put them away tidily after class.
7. Please be gentle and respectful with yourself and those around you.
8. Please arrive on time (before class starts) and stay until the end.
9. Please do not leave before the final meditation. If you have to leave early, please leave before this, rather than in the middle of it. Please let the teacher know beforehand and only do this, if necessary, as the final relaxation is the most important part of the class.
10. If you are there early, please chat quietly so that people who do not want to chat can relax in a quiet space and get in the zone.
Thank you :) We appreciate your support to make this a safe and relaxing space for everyone X