The Hadley Yoga Studio is complete with all that you'll need for practice. If you're going to be practicing vigorously, you may want to bring a bottle of water but the best rule of thumb is to come already well hydrated. If you've been practicing and have a favorite mat or blanket, by all means, bring what will make you feel at home!How should I prepare?
It's best to practice on an empty stomach, so either come before a meal or eat lightly if you need to eat. If you're new to the practice the best way to prepare is to nurture a sense of relaxed adventure. Yoga happens most easily in a relaxed body and mind.
Yoga techniques are intended to rejuvenate and bring into proper balance all aspects of the body: endocrine, vascular and nervous systems and musculature. The practice of yoga is designed to lead the student to an ever-increasing knowledge of the self and the needs of the body/mind in order to achieve and maintain good physical and mental health and spiritual harmony.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothing that will not bind you. Layers are optimal. We practice in bare feet, but bring warm socks; you may want to wear them for the last part of class when we deeply relax. Make sure that any loose clothing can be belted or tucked in.
The ancients say that yoga is the tool to prepare the body for the ultimate posture - sitting in meditation. So, if sitting is uncomfortable for you, throughout the ages you've not been alone!In consideration for your fellow practitioners, please refrain from wearing perfume or scented cosmetics.
