Studio Etiquette

In addition to the usual etiquette expected in any situation where groups of people gather, there are also several guidelines specific to yoga classes we'd like you to observe. They are meant to make your experience and that of your fellow students more pleasant and focused. We call this Studio Etiquette.

Arrive for class on time. This means leave enough time to sign in, pay if you need to, roll out your mat, and get ready for class. Late arrivals are disruptive to the class flow and are difficult to teach through.

Do not leave during Savasana (Final Relaxation). This is extremely disruptive to everyone else who is being still and silent. If you must leave early, please inform the teacher before class that you need to leave early, then make sure you allow enough time to put your belongings away, get dressed, and to be out the door before the start of the group Savasana.

Please do not wear any perfume, cologne, after shave, essential oils, or scented antiperspirant, shampoos, or conditioners. Just like natural body odors, these artificial odors will be intensified by the heat of the practice. Some students who come to the studio are VERY sensitive to chemicals. Please help them. This includes all "natural" or "organic" scents as well.

Make sure that your body, your clothes and your mat are clean and odor free. It is traditional to bathe before and after class.

Roll out your mat in line with the others in the room, and square to the room shape. This not only looks neater, it will help you and those around you stay balanced as you practice.

If someone else is looking for space for their mat, and you have some, offer it. People are shy about asking.

If you have to walk about during class, please do not step on other people's mats.

Put all props you've taken off the shelves back in their proper place after class. If you've taken a blanket, please help out the next student and the cleaning staff. Fold the blanket width-wise first, then length-wise, then width-wise again, then place it folded edge out on the rack.