Yoga Day
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What should I bring to Yoga Day?
The event is outdoors.  Wear comfortable clothing that is neither loose nor too tight fitting.  No jeans. Layer clothing.  Bring a mat/towel/blanket, water, sunscreen and possibly a hat.  If you plan to spend the day, bring along a chair. Don't forget to bring your sense of adventure!

2. Is there an event cost?
Absolutely Not!  This event is a free community event open to the public.  Having said this, there will be vendors selling clothing, music, light snacks and drinks.  If you are like me, I like to shop so bring along some cash for shopping throughout the day.

3. Do I need to have any previous exercise experience to take Yoga?
Not at all, you do not need prior experience. Yoga is challenging yet safe for all ages and fitness levels.  During Yoga Day we are offering many different styles of Yoga at different levels.  The teacher(s) will provide modifications and variations from which to choose.

Some participants during Yoga Day may have been taking Yoga for years or first timers so no need to compete.  Every person is at a different level.  Do the postures (exercises) to the best of your ability and learn to do them safely and correctly by listening to the instructions of the teacher. 

Yoga should never hurt. If you encounter pain, dizziness, or lightheadedness during class immediately STOP the movement, return to a comfortable position and inform the instructor.

4. What is Yoga?
Yoga in Sanskrit means "union". Thus, Yoga is the practice of bringing mind, body and spirit into balance. It combines body positions (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama) and relaxation techniques (meditation). The practice of yoga is designed to lead the student to an ever-increasing knowledge of her/himself physically, mentally energetically and spiritually.

5. What are the benefits of Yoga?

At the physical level, yoga has proven to be extremely effective for various disorders.  More importantly, yoga is extremely effective in:
  • Keeps weight under control
  • Increased strength and flexibility
  • Increased self-confidence and self-esteem
  • Counters anxiety and depression and increases enthusiasm and optimism
  • Improves self-image
  • Improved balance and posture
  • Improved breathing
  • Improved circulation
  • Improves blood cholesterol levels
  • Reduces the risk of heart disease by improving blood circulation throughout the body
  • Prevents and manages high blood pressure
  • Prevents bone loss
  • Boosts energy level
  • Reduces stress
  • Releases tension
  • Improves the ability to fall asleep quickly and sleep well
  • Increases muscle strength, increasing the ability to do other physical activities
  • Provides a way to share an activity with family and friends
  • Establishes good heart-healthy habits in children and counters the conditions (obesity, high blood pressure, poor cholesterol levels, poor lifestyle habits, etc.) that lead to heart attack and stroke later in life
  • Time for yourself
  • Improved quality of life
  • Increasing lubrication of the joints, ligaments and tendons
  • Massaging of ALL Organs of the Body
  • Complete Detoxification
  • Just feels good!
6. Should I eat before taking a class?
Never eat right before your workout.  Eat something at least 1 to 1 ½ hours prior to class.  This way you have given time for your food to digest and have energy for your practice.

7. Where can I park?
There are parking meters and parking lots all around the Meyer.  There will be free parking in the Banyan Street garage (at the corner of Dixie Hwy) until 2 p.m.

8. What does it mean to be a Registered Yoga Teacher?
A Registered Yoga Teacher has met national training standards with a minimum of 200 hours of training.

All graduates from a Yoga Alliance ® Registered Yoga School are eligible to become a Registered Yoga Teacher( RYTs). Being recognized as an RYT indicates that the teachers training and experience has met the Yoga Alliance's standards. For example anatomy and physiology and proper body alignments.

RYTs are excepted to live up to the highest ethical standards and are required to taking continuing educations courses for successful Yoga Teaching.

All presenting teachers during Yoga Day are RYTs.

9. What should I look for in a teacher?
When looking for an instructor/teacher there are several things to look for: knowledge, certification and approachability.

What type of training and certification has the instructor completed?  You’d be surprised how many non-certified instructors are working at studios, clubs and gyms.  Check their credentials. You want to know that you are in safe competent hands. 

Is the instructor friendly and approachable and willing to answer questions before or after class?  Do you feel a connection that encourages you to return to class?

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