Yoga with Heenal

FAQ

How to prepare for class

• Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Do not wear anything too baggy, tops will fall over your face and trousers can become a trip hazard.
• Aim to arrive at least 5 minutes early.
• Please ensure you have drunk enough water during the day.
• Eat well before class, you need energy. Please don't eat a full meal for two hours prior to the class. A small snack of fruit, nuts, yogurt or some dark chocolate is recommended if you need something.
• Turn off your phone.

What to bring to class

The following will make the class more comfortable for you.

• Yoga mat. You must bring your own.
• A small bottle of water, especially for warmer days.
• An extra layer of clothing for our final relaxation. Socks and a jumper or a shawl are ideal.

You might like to bring other equipment such as a small cushion, blanket, yoga block - but none of this is required.

Yoga is a shoe-free zone. This is in line with Indian philosophy - keeping things clean and being respectful not to bring dirt into a sacred space.

What to expect from the class

We open the yoga practice with some time to settle our mind and body into the space. There is an opening prayer, this is a beautiful way for us to honour each other and set a sacred space for our study. You can find the words and a soundclip here.

From here we move to some somatic movement to tune into our body. This then weaves into yoga practice.

The end of the movement part of practice is savasana, a time to fully relax. This is a valuable part of the practice which allows your nervous system to wind down.

At times we weave in meditation and breathing practices (also known as pranayama).

Finally, we end with gratitude and a moment to wish all beings well.