FAQ's

FAQs about you4ia yoga

Here’s a list of some questions that get asked frequently

I am new to yoga, what should I expect?

Congratulations! You are at the beginning of a journey that will change your life and bring you so much joy. You WILL be transformed by this practice. As with anything new, be compassionate with yourself and remember that you don’t have to get everything right away. Practicing yoga is a lifelong endeavor and the basics you learn will be crucial as you build a strong practice. We encourage beginners to pace themselves in class, and, for best results, to complete 10 classes in 3 weeks. This creates a solid physical base and an intellectual understanding in which to continue your journey into power! In increments, you’ll build strength, focus, stamina and flexibility.

AT Home (Virtual Yoga) Tips

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I am not sure what classes to start with?

Most classes are open to all levels.  However we have classes that are a slower pace.  Please feel free to start with any basic, gentle, restorative, or yin classes and possibly yang/yin.  Please take the time to read class descriptions for each class to help you decide what works best for you.  

 

I'm ready do take a class. What do I do?

Sign up, online or the app.  Book your first class free online, and enjoy. For your first class show up 10 minutes before class in studio or online.  After that you can decide what is the best pricing option for you.. 

Punchcards

Regular price punchcards expire 2 years from the date of purchase. However the can be reactivated with the purchase of same or larger punchcard. Sale price expire after 1 year and cannot be reactivated

Cancellation policy

To cancel out of class follow the similar steps used to sign into class. Our cancellation window for classes 12pm or later will be 2 hours before class. Any classes before 12pm are 11 hours prior to class. If you cancel your class later than the cancellation window you will be charged for the class. SUP Classes cancellation window is 8 hours before class. If there is not enough registered for class unfortunately it will be cancelled

What should I wear?

You will want to wear clothes that you feel comfortable sweating in. Pretty much what you would wear to work out or run in….minus the socks and shoes. We recommend bringing a change of clothes to go home nice and dry.

What should I bring?

You will need a yoga mat, towel and bottle of water. If you do not have these, no worries as we have mats available and sell water at the studio.

Can I eat before class?

We recommend that you practice yoga on a fairly empty stomach, but a light snack before class like fruit or a granola bar may be just what you need for extra energy.

How much water should I drink?

You will want to drink a good sized bottle of water before you arrive for class. Coming to yoga hydrated will be most beneficial for you in the heat. During the class you can sip water when ever you need to.

What are electrolytes?

When you sweat you lose minerals and salt, that need to be replenished. Muscle cramping can be a sign of low potassium, and a headache is quite often just a sign of dehydration. Our drink of choice to revitalize is coconut water or Ultima! It is the most natural way to get your sugars and salts back after sweating. Vitamin Water, Gatorade, or Emergen-C are all good too.

How hot will it get?

We heat the room to about 33 degrees for warm and 37 degrees for hot. The heat is a natural way for your muscles to stretch and it also helps prevent injury. It is SO healing to detoxify through the act of sweating. Your first few classes may be challenging. If you are new to hot yoga you may experience dizziness or nausea but these symptoms will pass. We ask that you pace yourself and take a resting pose if you feel over heated; this allows your body to acclimate to the heat and to practice being with your experience.

But I’m not flexible, how can I do yoga?

This practice invites you to just be with where you are at in your body in the moment. Whether you feel tight and can’t touch your toes, or you are tired after a long day at work, a regular Yoga practice will yield amazing results. You do not need to know anything about yoga to begin, there is no preparation for beginning, you just step onto the mat and open yourself up to a new experience.

Will I lose weight? Build muscles?

The amazing thing about Yoga is that it will completely transform your whole body, mind and spirit. If you need to lose weight you will, if you need to build muscle you will. It all depends on what shift needs to take place in your body to bring it back to it’s most natural state. This system of yoga torches calories and awakens every cell in your body.

How often should I practice?

We know you have a hectic life so Yoga You4ia offers many classes throughout the day. For optimal results in gaining energy, decreasing stress and building a strong, pain-free body consistency is the key to success. A practice of 2-3 days per week, if consistent, will create transformation over time. For life-changing results practice 4-6 days per week.

How does Yoga You4ia differ from other forms of yoga?

Yoga You4ia offers a different kind of yoga practice. It’s based on intuition rather than tradition. If you think you need to go to a health club to be fit and beautiful, think again. Yoga You4ia offers more than the familiar poses and breathing techniques; it offers a way to face life with a renewed personal strength.

Is Yoga You4ia safe for pregnant women?

As with any exercise program, the two general rules of thumb are to check with your physician and to listen to your own body and heed any warning signs that you are in a danger zone either for injury, overheating or overwork. Having said that, Yoga You4ia can be practiced by anyone, as long as modifications are done to accommodate for any individual’s issues. Also, if you had a strong practice before you became pregnant, it does help. It’s usually not a good idea to start a yoga practice as a beginner when you’re pregnant. Also, there are some poses such as inversions and lying on the belly that are truly contraindicated for pregnancy. Also, as we practice in a heated room, again, it is best to discuss with your physician your interest in starting or continuing your yoga practice when you are pregnant. We also offer prenatal once a week, please see the schedule as you need to register for this class.

Workshop and Specialty Classes (kids & pre/postnatal) Refund Policy

Workshops and specialty classes are first come first served, please register by purchasing online. All workshops and specialty classes are nonrefundable.