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Etiquette

Before Class

  • Turn off cell phones/pagers/electronic devices and leave them in the lobby. Never bring them into the classroom!
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day, and before coming to class. Hydration is very important.
  • Sign in and print legibly.
  • Arrive 10 minutes before class begins.
  • First time students arrive 15 minutes before class and you MUST sign a waiver to practice.
  • Have clean feet.
  • No perfume or cologne.
  • Ask questions either before or after class, but not during the class.
  • Notify teacher if you must leave early for any reason and set up by the exit for less distraction when leaving.

During Class

  • NO TALKING in the classroom DURING or AFTER class!
  • Do your very best to stay in the classroom once class begins. If an emergency requires you to leave, please leave and re-enter between postures.
  • Keep posture modification/advancements appropriate.
  • You may bring bottled water into class with you. No glass.
  • Practice stillness between postures.
  • Honor the silence of the room by moving quietly.
  • Focus on only yourself.
  • Stay the entire duration of the class until you are dismissed.

After Class

  • Observe silence after the final savasana — meditation.
  • Leave the room quietly. Respect others.
  • Make sure you have everything you came with — pick up all trash and please leave your space clean.
  • If your name was called please visit the front desk before leaving.
  • Enjoy the peace and energy you’re taking with you from class, and make up your mind to come back tomorrow!

September 2, 2010