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January 5, 2014 at 4:52 am #610097
pattileaParticipantFirst timer to yoga where do you go?
January 5, 2014 at 5:30 am #802603
hammyMemberI was a yoga first timer and tried Limber Yoga in Morgan Junction area. I was pleased and impressed with the classes and the owner Aubrey. I liked all the instructors I tried but especially recommend Aubrey and Elena.
January 5, 2014 at 7:37 pm #802604
PangolinPieParticipantIf you’re in the area, you might check out the classes at the Highland Park Improvement Club; they’re very friendly and welcoming, are usually small classes (under 10), and are perfect for beginners:
January 6, 2014 at 4:20 am #802605
SueParticipantI haven’t taken yoga in many years, and not even in this state, but I wanted to mention that you should not hesitate to try out different instructors and centers if one doesn’t work for you. I’ve had MANY different types of teachers, some that worked well for me and others that I’m grateful weren’t my first experience with yoga or I’d never have tried again. I think the most important thing to remember about yoga is that it’s about your personal journey – not about keeping up with everyone else and/or being “perfect” in every position. If you can’t do something the way it’s taught, ask for modifications. If they criticize you or refuse to help, go elsewhere. I personally started interviewing the instructors before I ever stepped in the door for a class, to find out their philosophy and teaching style.
January 6, 2014 at 4:46 am #802606
FullTiltParticipantThe Center Studio in White Center has a great beginner series that I think starts this month. I’ve found all of their classes to be really welcoming and the instructors helpful, but the intro series was perfect to give me the basics. Now I feel like I can walk into any class anywhere and make sense of it and safely adjust for my level.
January 6, 2014 at 5:32 am #802607
herongrrrlParticipantWhat Sue said! I have had very different experiences with different teachers and different styles of yoga. If your first time leaves you cold, try somewhere else. Also, try to get there early enough to introduce yourself to the teacher and let them know you are new to yoga. It might also help, as you’re learning, to check out some books or videos to familiarize yourself with the names of the more common poses (like downward dog, plank, triangle, warrior, etc.). Enjoy!
January 6, 2014 at 3:08 pm #802608
berthaParticipantCenter Studio is offering a new student deal for $45. http://whitecenterstudio.com/
You can try all their classes as many times as you want. I think I am going to try it.
January 6, 2014 at 5:54 pm #802609
NicklesandDimesMemberI went to Spira Power Yoga. They have a great intro class. The intro class was slow enough to learn the poses. I love it there
January 6, 2014 at 7:10 pm #802610
JTBParticipantMy wife goes to Spira and really enjoys it. I believe they keep the room warm but not as much as the Bikram studios. Traditionally, the “fire of yoga” refers to an inner heat, not one courtesy of General Electric.
January 6, 2014 at 11:41 pm #802611
Seattle TrashMemberI second Limber Yoga, for beginners especially. It really depends on what you are looking for, and there a different types of yoga for everyone. 8 Limbs is also amazing. My purpose for yoga is health, personal introspection, stress release, etc. rather than a good workout or sweating it out. I have found a combination of those two studios and the variety of teachers and classes meet my needs.
Welcome!
January 7, 2014 at 10:34 pm #802612
pattileaParticipantThanks for all the info….I am going to try it!
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