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Q:
Do I have to do those challenging poses in a yoga class?
A: Certainly
not. But in the Anusara* system of Yoga, practitioners
are greatly surprised to learn how the body, through
practice, can gain the strength and flexability to execute
the postures they thought they could never do! Many,
however, prefer to remain in classes that are presented
with the focus on the "basics", and therefore
aren't as physically challenging as other classes. If
advice is needed, please ask us, we would prefer to
take the time to make sure you are placed in a class
you will enjoy more.
Q:
How often should I go to a Yoga class?
A: Ideally,
at least two or three times per week. Some people keep
their life on track and make some progress by coming
once a week, and many people get really motivated by
Yoga and come everyday. It depends on the individual
and his or her needs.
Q:
Is Yoga Co-ed?
A: Yes,
on the average there are more women in yoga classes
than men, however some of the classes have almost an
equal ratio these days.
Q:
What is Yoga Therapy?
A: A simple
answer is that Yoga Therapy is usually offered one on
one, or in small groups for people that are not able
to participate in a regular group class. Some of the
many ailments successfully treated with Yoga Therapy
are: lower and upper back problems, hypertension and
heart disease, asthma and diabetes and more recently
fibromyalgia and arthritis. It is also great for rehabilitation
from surgery, injuries, etc., because it builds strength
from the "core" and muscles develop evenly.
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Q:
What are some of the benefits of yoga?
A: Perhaps
the first and most profound benefit that most practitioners
notice, is stress reduction. Among other benefits are;
increased circulation, stronger immune system, stronger
heart rate, blood pressure in normal range, weight correction.
Yoga postures (asanas), are also good for strengthening
the body from the "core" and "opening"
the body, providing increased flexibility. Once one's
system comes closer to balance, most practitioners notice
an increase in vitality and an all-over sense of well-being.
They are also sick less often and recover more quickly
when they are sick. They are less affected by negativity,
and the actions of others. The benefits of Yoga do not
necessarily occur overnight but the results are lasting.
Q:
How much does Yoga cost?
A: Most Yoga
centers average $8-$10 a class in a series. A one-time
drop-in fee is $14.00. We offer the first class free.
Check out our Complete Price List.
Complete
Price List
Q:
How long should a Yoga class be?
A: All
classes at Forest House are one and one half hours because
of the care given to instruction of breathing techniques,
meditation and deep relaxation as well as yoga instruction
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Q:
Is Yoga safe?
A:
In most cases, yes. However, if you select the
wrong level of difficulty in a large group class and
have some physical limitations, you could have some
problems. It is very important to be sure you are in
the right class and inform the instructor of any potential
problems.
Q:
How do I find the right place to take a Yoga class?
A:
The most important thing to consider is the overall
environment that you feel comfortable in. There are
currently no city, state or federal guidelines for Yoga.
There is a wide spectrum of environments in Yoga classes.
The biggest differences are between the the levels of
physical difficulty within the various classes. You
need to decide if you want your Yoga class to be a workout,
a work-in, or somewhere in-between. A good Yoga class
should incorporate the concept of body, breath and mind.
In no case should you allow someone to push or intimidate
you into doing something that does not feel intuitively
right.
Q:
What do you wear to a Yoga class?
A: There is
a wide variety of clothing worn in Yoga classes, depending
on how physical the class is and the temperature of
the room. Women often wear leotards, ot tights. Men
often wear shorts or cotton pants. Clothing should be
close-fitting for modesty purposes, as your limbs will
be in various positions. Most teachers prefer the student
to wear closer fitting clothing, so the posture is quite
visable-since the posture is what Anusara* yoga
principles are based upon. Clothing is much more comfortable
when the fabric is natural, and streches or gives, has
no belts, buckles, zippers, buttons, etc. However, yoga
clothing, like that of other fitness classes, is also
a personal expression.
* “Anusara Yoga is a hatha yoga
system that unifies Universal Principles of Alignment
with a non-dual Tantric philosophy that is epitomized
by a “celebration of the heart.”-John Friend
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