Question 1

What if I haven’t done Yoga before?

Accepted Answer

This is perhaps my most commonly asked question, but it’s so not a problem. Most of my students are in fact beginners, or people returning to Yoga after periods of inactivity.

Question 2

Is yoga good for back pain?

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Yes yoga initally will create space, reducing the pain. Long term yoga will rebuild muscles to support  your skeletal system and correct posture.

Question 3

Do I need to be flexible?

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Not at all.   As part of learning Yoga, you will understand how to improve your flexibility by applying your breathing to both energise and relax your muscles.

Question 4

Should I lose weight first?

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Starting Yoga is a great way to inspire yourself to create and follow healthy new habits.  I advise strongly against crash diets, and can provide healthy, alternative dietary advice.

Question 5

Is one to two hours each week enough?

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You will begin to feel the benefits from your first class, and will benifit greatly if you can incorpate a little bit of yoga into your daily routine.   Our classes are designed to lead you towards developing your own practice, through  optional homework.

Question 6

Do I need a mat or other equipment?

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Unless otherwise stated, you will need to bring your own mat. One will however be provided for the first two private classes.   Other equipment as required will be provided.

Question 7

How much space do I need?

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Each student only needs space enough for themselves and their mat.    Height: your body height plus arms above your head.
Width: Space for one leg to move horizontally away from the mat when lying down.

Question 8

How many people can attend a one2one class?

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Up to four people can attend a private class. However, for maximum benefit, one2one classes are recommended. Private group classes are available upon request.

Question 9

Eating before yoga?

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Please avoid eating heavily 2-4hrs prior to your class.   The twisting motions of many yoga poses will compress the abdomen and may cause discomfort or even pain if the addomen has not disgested

Question 10

What should I wear?

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Comfortable workout clothes that allow for free and flexible movement. Yoga pants, or something light and loose.

Question 11

Can I practice Yoga if I'm menstruating?

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Yes, however avoid inversions.   This is completely dependant on how you feel at the time. Yoga releases tension in the body, relieving period aches and pains. However, some poses may increase the flow of your period.

Question 12

When is the ideal time to do Yoga?

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This very much depends on what you want to achieve from your Yoga practice.   Strength and muscle tone: mornings, before 11am.   Strength and flexibility: mornings, before 11am.   Flexibility/de-stress: evenings, before your evening meal (or a few hours after).

Question 13

Do I need muscles?

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We all have muscles, and Yoga empowers us by developing the abilities of those muscles. Together, we’ll develop and co-ordinate them through your practice.

Question 14

Do we need to practice very early?

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Early morning practice (6am to 9am) is a lifestyle change. Practicing Yoga in the morning gives you a great start to the day; encouraging good eating and sleeping habits, and creating balance in your life.

Question 15

Can I take photos?

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Photos are a great way to motivate yourself and to document your own Yogic development. Upon request, I can take photos during your class, and forward them to you with a Yogic philosophy relevant to our practice for that day.

Question 16

How do we monitor progression?

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I will keep a diary of our classes and provide a summary for you for each class. Each class is a progression, introducing new poses and opening and developing new areas of the body as your practice expands.

Question 17

What will you do with my private data?

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Any personal information you submit to Yoga by Kay is purely for us to gain an insight into your personal needs before we begin practicing together.   Client confidentiality is something we take extremely seriously. We never share or sell client data.

Question 18

How is payment made?

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All cards are accepted, and PayPal invoicing is available.   I also accept cash in person at the beginning of my classes, although online payment prior to attending is preferred, to allow for more time to practice Yoga!

Question 19

Which locations do you travel to?

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One2one yoga classes in central london and other locations travel charges may apply or day rate.

Question 20

What is your cancellation policy?

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Cancellations made less than 24 hours before a confirmed class will incur a 100% charge. All cancellations made more than 24hrs will incur no charge at all. Plesae see T&C's for more details.

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Cancellations

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