The following are a few points of etiquette that we request all students follow at the Red Door Yoga® studio. They are all ways of respecting yourself, your fellow students, and the studio, and insuring that we all nurture the most effective and enjoyable environment for learning:

Please leave all personal possessions (shoes, coats, cellphones, bags, purses, etc.) outside of the studio in the areas designated for them (hooks and cubbies). Remember, the studio is a place of tranquility and mental freedom – a cluttered studio clutters the mind.

Please refrain from bringing any valuables with you to the studio – leaving them behind allows for a clear, unattached mind.

Please make sure your cellphones are turned off when left in the cubbies.

Please aim to arrive a couple minutes early for class, as late arrival disturbs others and you run the risk of missing important warm-ups.

Please inform the teacher prior to class if you have any health conditions such as neck, back, or joint injuries, recent surgery, high blood pressure, etc.

Please try to avoid leaving early as it diminishes the experience, disturbs others and you run the risk of missing important cool-downs.

Please refrain from wearing perfumes, colognes, scented lotions, etc. as some students may be allergic to them, and they can make deep breathing uncomfortable.

Please do not chew gum during class. It makes it difficult to breathe properly and can be dangerous in certain poses.

Please refrain from conversation during class as it also diminishes the experience, disturbs others, and you run the risk of missing important instruction.

Please take all garbage you bring or create away with you when you leave the studio.  This is part of your mindfulness practice.

For Your Practice...

Be kind to your body, honour your limits, and enjoy yourself.

Be consistent with your practice and you will reap tremendous benefits.

Remember that it is better to drink lots of water throughout the day and be wellhydrated, as opposed to drinking a lot during the class as a full stomach makes certain poses uncomfortable and may even lead to muscle cramping.