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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Yoga builds strength and stamina, improves flexibility, balance and concentration. It also helps improves posture, reduces tiredness, soothes the nerves and quietens the mind. The medical profession recognise it's benefits and studies have shown that it helps with common problems such as back ache, arthritis, IBS, osteoporosis. It is also recognised for improving mental health and promoting well-being.
We teach private classes for £50 an hour. Some of our regular students have occasional private classes in order to create a yoga practise tailored to their individual needs. This is also ideal if you need some personal attention before beginning to attend regular classes. For more information contact us(mailto:office@yogatree.co.uk)
Yoga is the perfect way for you to relax and enjoy your pregnancy. The Iyengar method uses props such as bolsters and blankets to assist the mother and baby attain maximum benefit from a yoga posture without strain. Lydia is currently only teaching one to one pregnancy classes for £45 an hour. However, if a group of 3 or more pregnant women get in touch, she will recommence the pregnancy classes on Fridays 6-7pm for women who are over 16 weeks pregnant (£16 per class). For more information contact us(mailto:office@yogatree.co.uk)
Edgar and Lydia are Intermediate Senior Level 3 teachers and have experience of teaching students with a variety of health concerns/conditions. We teach students a therapy class on a Wednesday 2.30-4pm or one to one sessions for £45 an hour. We have the expertise to help people recover from common injuries such as knee, neck and shoulder problems and to address specific health conditions such as HBP or MS. For more information contact us(mailto:office@yogatree.co.uk)
You will be expected to pay for the whole course regardless of whether you miss some classes. However, if you miss your regular class you are welcome to transfer to one of our online or live classes during the current half term (except workshops and our intermediate level class). Please check there are places before transferring.
All our classes are course bookings. We only offer drop-in to those who have a current course booking. However, everyone is welcome to drop-in to our Saturday and Sunday morning classes. Drop in classes cost £14. Half price for under 30's.
No. If you would like to try Iyengar yoga you will need to do more than one class to get an understanding. Why not have a proper taste of Iyengar yoga and enrol for the half term?
Yes, we sell good quality yoga equipment at reasonable prices. Please ask our advice about where to buy equipment as there is a lot of shoddy stuff out there!
Our mats are £20, yoga blocks £5, light weight yoga blocks £6 or 4 for £20, cork bricks £20 for a pair, blankets £20, belts £8, bolsters £45, chairs £50. Please ask in class or contact us (mailto:offie@yogatree.co.uk)for more information.
We practice yoga in bare feet. Wear something comfortable that does not restrict movement, shorts or leggings and a t-shirt are ideal. Something warm for relaxation is also a good idea.
No, we have a fully equipped studio. You are welcome to bring your own mat though if you prefer.
Yoga should be practiced on an empty stomach, so please allow four hours after a main meal or two hours after a light snack.
No. We have men in all our classes and the yoga is suitable for everyone.
People of all shapes and sizes attend our classes. Yoga postures improve flexibility and tone muscles. No matter what physical state you start with, yoga improves your general health and attitude to your body.
Yoga is for everyone irrespective of age, health, gender, religion or status. It is non competitive and students are encouraged to do what they can. It is a form of self study. We teach the use yoga equipment to help people attain poses to the best of their ability. If you do find a class too challenging please discuss it with us, as there may be another class more appropriate to your level(undefined)
Children and teenagers tend to like a faster moving pace and are better off in classes with their peers. Please leave your kids at home and enjoy some time for yourself! Teenagers can come along with you but you will need to sign a consent form if they come alone.
Please do feel free to contact us (mailto:office@yogatree.co.uk)with any other questions.
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