Harmony, Things to Know

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Things to Know

An empty stomach or near empty stomach is always best.
Whenever possible, please refrain from perfumes and heavy scents as a courtesy to instructors and other students. Also, if you are a smoker, please be mindful of smoking right before classes since the aroma can be overwhelming to other students.
All classes are ongoing unless otherwise stated.
We are striving for our classes to be a positive, healthy experience for everyone. If something is not working for you, please let us know - we value all feedback!
Wear comfortable light clothing that allows maximum movement. Layers may also be helpful so you can adjust your body temperature and be as comfortable as possible.
Please let your teacher know about injuries or conditions that may affect your practice. The teacher can then make suggestions on modifications to poses.
Please turn off all cell phones during classes.

Tips for New Students

At Harmony we welcome all new students. Here are a few tips for your first class:

All beginning students who are new to yoga should start with Yoga I or Gentle Yoga classes.
Unless otherwise noted, all of the classes on our schedule are on-going. That means there is no need to pre-register.
Try to come 5-15 minutes early for your classes, so you can take your time to settle in.
Wear comfortable clothes such as sweats, leggings, t-shirts, tank tops. No shoes will be needed. Layers may also be helpful so you can adjust your body temperature and be as comfortable as possible.
Please tell the instructor about any ongoing injuries, pregnancy, or medical conditions before the start of the class.
Be sure to sign-up for our e-mail list for class updates, changes and other news.
Email any questions to: info@harmonyyogadance.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Men Do Yoga?
Yes! Until very recently, in fact, yoga was practiced exclusively by men. We hear from men who are concerned that they will feel uncomfortable in a yoga class or that they are not flexible enough to try yoga. However, yoga will improve your flexibility and you do not need to be flexible to do it. Since yoga has been practiced by men for so long, many of the poses actually make more sense for a man's body and some require a lot of upper body strength.

What is Yoga?
The word yoga means "union" in Sanskrit, the language of ancient India where yoga originated. We can think of the union occurring between mind, body and spirit.

What is commonly referred to as "hatha yoga" can be more accurately described by the Sanskrit word asana, which refers to the practice of physical postures or poses.

Do I Need a Mat? What Should I Bring?
Harmony offers mats for you to use if you do not have one, as well as blocks, straps and blankets. We also have a Poland Springs dispenser (so you do not need to bring a water bottle) and we provide herbal teas (so you can enjoy a cup of hot tea after class).

Don't I Need To Get In Shape First?
No ! There is no better time than right now to begin your yoga practice. Yoga is not a competitive sport. Every student attends classes for a variety of personal reasons and they are not there to watch or judge your practice. In yoga, physical fitness begins inside, at your core, and then radiates to your outer life in the form of other exercises, dietary choices, etc. Once we get our core beliefs and perceptions "in shape" the body naturally follows!