Studio Policies

  • It happens. Traffic. Delays. Life. If you are late, please enter as quickly and quietly as possible. If you are running a few minutes behind, try to keep distractions to a minimum. We lock the front door two minutes after class starts.

  • Shoes track dirt into the studio. Because we practice on the floor, it is nice to have a clean space.  Many yoga studios have a place for your shoes by the front door (we have cubbies right when you walk in!). Since people will be walking around the studio barefoot, it is most hygienic if everyone takes off their outdoor shoes first thing.  You will appreciate the clean floor.

  • PLEASE! Make a habit of doing this as soon as you get to the yoga studio. It can be very shocking when you are enjoying a quiet Savasana to be startled by a ringing cell phone. This is really embarrassing to you, and disruptive to the class. If you forget and your phone rings, etiquette asks that you turn off the phone as quickly as possible.

  • When you enter a new yoga class, you agree to respect and listen to the teacher for the duration of the class. You may find that you don’t like the teacher, the style of yoga, or the person on the mat next to you, but it is good etiquette to stay through Savasana, and to not leave early. If you ever do need to leave early, please tell the teacher before class.

  • If you are a beginner in an advanced or all-level class, it is quite appropriate to take more basic and accessible versions of a pose.  However, if you have a more advanced practice and feel compelled to up-level a pose, please be mindful of your neighbors and respectful of the pose or sequence the teacher is instructing. For example, no headstands while the rest of the class is in eagle.

  • Your final relaxation in Savasana is an important part of your practice. Don’t plan to leave class early. The beginning and end of class are particularly important parts of this sequence and it’s important to experience (and enjoy) the entire process.  If you must, tell the teacher in advance and take. Set up near the door to minimize class disruption and take a short Savasana before you go, as it is an essential part of the yoga practice to allow the body and mind to integrate the work of the session… you’ve worked hard, and earned the reward!

  • Please tell us about pre-existing injuries, illnesses, pregnancy, or medical conditions in the 5-10 minutes BEFORE class.  We can modify your practice for your safety, and to help you enjoy your practice more.

  • Drink lots of water, before and after class.  The majority of our classes are in 90 degree rooms, and this will make you sweat.  Even if you are not practicing in a warm room, you will practice poses that cleanse the lymphatic and immune systems.  It is a good idea to replenish the body with lots of water after a yoga practice. There is a filtered water fountain located inside the main studio.

  • It’s okay to smell good, but no so nice to get a big lungful of the perfume from someone three mats away.  We work in a small space and breathe deeply… save the fragrance for after class.

    • Mat. It’s more sanitary. We have mats available for your use and if you use one, please clean it with provided mat spray before you leave.

    • Water bottle. It’s good for the environment. Bring your own refillable bottle and use our water cooler to fill it. Or buy one of our GPY branded bottles!

    • Towel. Sweating is good and we highly recommend a hand towel.

    • Props. Again, it is more sanitary. We have blocks and straps available for your use and if you use one, please clean them before you leave.

  • Always work at your own pace and listen to your body. Your body will communicate with you if you listen… and part of your yoga practice, your truth, or satya, is paying attention and doing what is right and true for you on a given day.  Let go of ego, of competition… and just be.