Yoga Class Etiquette

Yoga studios and instructors implement a set of guidelines so the students will get the most out of a Yoga class or session and be comfortable and relaxed while learning how to do the different Yoga Poses. While rules of behavior differ slightly for every studio or instructor or there may be specific guidelines for a particular studio, practitioners are expected to follow them in order to achieve a tranquil Yoga experience. Here are some basic guidelines in a Yoga class:

• Be on time.


• Do not eat two hours before a Yoga class. Doing poses with a full stomach can make you feel uncomfortable and may even result to nausea or vomiting.


• Leave your shoes/sandals/slippers outside the room.


• If you are pregnant or you have health problems or injuries, inform your instructor. He / She will be able to tell the poses that you should avoid and the modified poses that you can do.


• Turn off your mobile phone or other electronic devices that can disrupt the serenity of the room.


• Be perfume-free. Strong fragrances, scented oils, or fragrant lotions can be distracting for some people in the room.


• Wear light and non-restrictive clothing.


• Respect the space of other people in the class. Do not walk on other people's Yoga Mats.


• Be quiet. Silence is important in a Yoga session. Help maintain the serenity of the room by keeping your voice down.


• Pay attention. The instructor will be able to teach you the proper way to do a pose and even suggest a modified one so you do not push yourself too hard.


• Take a break when you need to.


• Do not skip the Savasana. The final relaxation pose after every class is very important so do not leave the room without doing it.

Yoga Class Etiquette aims to promote harmony and to make every session as relaxed and as enjoyable as possible. The guidelines are also important to ensure that everyone in the class will be comfortable. Keep these in mind and have a nice Yoga session.

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