Class Etiquette

You are welcome at the White Orchid Yoga Shala. Please respect the student-teacher relationship and follow any request from your teacher.

General Class Etiquette

• Please stay on your own mat and refrain from assisting other practitioners.
• Please leave your shoes and bag in the lobby. Please turn off your mobile phone.
• Respect your limits. Acknowledge that your body and mind will feel differently every day; listen to what your body tells you and practice in your own time following your own breath.
• Practice with care and consideration towards yourself and others.
• Please refrain from unnecessary talking.
• Please respect the decisions of teachers and staff regarding ceiling fans, air conditioning, and open doors. If you are uncomfortable, please talk to a teacher rather than making environmental changes yourself.
• Refrain from eating 2 hours prior to and 30 minutes after your practice. Drink plenty of water after you practice.
• Personal hygiene is an integral part of practicing yoga. Please ensure that you and your gear are clean.
• If you feel emotionally upset during or after a yoga session (joy, sadness, irritation, etc.) then accept the feelings and bid them welcome. If this feels difficult, you are welcome to speak to your teacher about it.

Interested in Mysore classes? Read about Mysore Etiquette.

(Content courtesy Miami Life Center; reprinted with permission.)