*Please note that no late comers will be admitted to the class. Please arrive on time. Namaste
Do you have a beginner class?
A Bikram Yoga class consist of
26 postures and 2 breathing exercises. These postures are all beginning
yoga postures, that are designed for all levels. Every class is
designed to challenge everyone - beginners, intermediates, and experts,
in the same class.
What if I am not flexible and I am out of shape?
Perfect!
This Yoga is for you. This is the most common misconception that
prevents people from coming to yoga classes. Yoga is NOT STRECHING and
therefore not about how flexible you are :-) It is so much more than
that. It is a physical and healing science that stretches your body
and spine to increase your flexibility based on where you started,
therefore, increasing your overall health. Everyone will get these
maximum benefits from the postures, as long as you are doing them
correctly for where you body needs to be for that day!
Why is the room heated?
The room is heated
intentionally to warm muscles, which allows you to work deeper
and safer, seeing results faster. Heat takes the trauma out
of stretching, heals and helps prevent injuries. It also promotes
sweating which helps flush toxins from your body, giving you
a wonderful glow from head to toe. The heat combined with
the sequence of the postures is what makes Bikram yoga so
special.
What should you bring?
Please bring a yoga
mat, large towel and a water bottle. We rent towels and supply
yoga mats if you don't have your own. You will also want to bring a towel for a shower after class.
What should you wear?
Please wear clothing
that fits close to the skin and dress as lightly as possible.
Avoid loose fitting clothes. Please no sweats or pants, you won't need them!
How long is class?
Bikram's Beginning Hatha
Yoga class is 90 minutes in length.
How often should you come?
You may need a few classes to acclimate to the hot and humid room, and several more classes before you feel your body begin to cooperate in earnest. Regular practitioners average four or more classes a week. Bikram recommends daily practice and, for a complete overhaul, challenges you to take six classes per week for one or two months.
Can you eat before class?
You should come
to class on an empty stomach. Try not to have heavy meals for 2 hours
before class. You can drink juice or eat fruits up to 1 hour
before class.
What if you have injuries or illnesses?
Please let the teacher know if you are pregnant, had surgery,
or have any injuries, illnesses, or special conditions. You
can still do most yoga postures, with a few modifications
that the teacher will show you.
What if you are pregnant?
We do not recommend
you practice Bikram yoga in your first trimester. If you had
a regular practice before you became pregnant then we recommend
you come back in your second and third trimester. The teacher
will be able to help with modifications for the poses.