Etiquette - Dew Yoga

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To maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of our practice space, please remove your shoes upon entering the studio.
If you arrive after a class has begun, please enter the studio quietly. If the centering or meditation is in progress, simply sit down on your rolled up mat and join the centering. When movement begins, unroll your mat and gather your props
Always, turn your cell phone off or to silent mode. Even vibrating cell phones can be disruptive when buzzing during a meditation. Remember, we are all human and can forget once in a while. If your phone should ring during class, don't worry, we all understand but do take pause from your practice to quiet your phone.
When crossing the studio, be mindful not to step on others' mats. Many Yogis consider their mat sacred space which should only be entered by invitation.
Some teachers welcome questions and discussion at the start of or during class. You will get to know your teachers' preferences about this. Please respect each teacher's preference. Lengthy or personal questions should always be directed to the teacher privately after class. If you have an injury, recent or past surgery, illness, disease, pregnancy or unique challenge - physical, emotional or mental - it is your responsibility to advise your teacher. Any discussions of this nature will be treated with great sensitivity and confidentiality. Yoga is a physical, mental and emotional practice. You can ensure your safety as well as the safety of others by informing your teachers. Providing your teachers with such information will also help us to enhance your practice and ensure your safety.
The foundation of Yoga practice is called Yama and Niyama. We strive to practice these ideals every day and invite you to explore them as well.

Yama

Ahimsa-- Non-violence

Not harming other people or other sentient beings. Not harming oneself. Not harming the environment. Tolerance even for that which we dislike. Not speaking that which, even though truthful, would injure others.

Satya -- Truthfulness

Satya means not intending to deceive others in our thoughts, as well as our words and actions.

Asteya -- Non-stealing

Not taking that which is not given.

Brahmacharya -- Moderation and Sexual responsibility

Regarding others as human beings rather than as male and female bodies. Conservation of energy for the purpose of spiritual practice. This includes not only sexual restraint, but protecting our energy for instance by avoiding endless chattering with no clear purpose.

Aparigraha -- Non-attachment and Abstention from greed

Not coveting that which is not ours. Avoidance of unnecessary acquisition. letting go of that which is out of our control. Letting go of ideals of perfection or fantasy that prevent us from growth.

Niyama

Saucha -- Purity, Cleanliness

Not only external cleanliness of the body, but attending to internal cleanliness such as avoiding the impurities of anger and egoism. Moderation in diet.

Santosha -- Contentment

Not spiritual complacency, but acceptance of the external situation we are allotted in this life.

Tapas -- Austerity

Deep commitment to our yoga practice. Determination. Stick-to-it-tiveness

Swadhyaya -- Self-study

Spiritual self-education. The study of self truth. Contemplation and application of the scriptures or sacred texts of our chosen path.

Ishwar pranidhana -- Surrender

Acknowledgement that there is a higher principle in the universe than one's own small self. Modesty. Humility.

today's classes

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10:30am - 11:45am
Vinyasa Flow - All levels with Dale

Vinyasa means movement bound to breath. This class flows through postures but instructors will pause the flow when instruction is needed.

5:45pm - 7:00pm
Open Level Kripalu with Jen

This class is open to students of all experiences. Instructors teach to the "middle" of the room, meaning instruction is offered when needed for beginners, and variations and options are offered to more experienced students. Kripalu is the Yoga of compassion.

coming up

9.10.2010 - Meditation For Good Mental Health with Carlo Codato

Please join Carlo Codato at Dew Yoga for meditation practice.

9.12.2010 - Beginner workshop

For beginners or those returning to practice after a time away this two hour class will prepare you to feel comfortable dropping into any level class on the schedule. Learn the fundamentals of Pranayama (Breathing), the foundation Asana (Postures) and enjoy a guided meditation.