6) As you become more familiar with the series and with your own body, if you need to take a break during the class, it is always best to "stand still" first. If that is not enough, then of course "sit down" on your mat. Bikram suggests not actually "lying down" until after tree & toe stand.
7) Please use the mops or extra towels at the back of the yoga room to wipe up your personal puddles in the practice room BEFORE leaving the class to shower. As you would with a gym membership, clean up and disinfect the equipment that you use, we ask that you leave the room clean and respectful for the next class. Rental Mats & Stored Mats to be sprayed with disinfectant and hung at the back hallway to dry.
8) Please exit the practice room quietly, walk lightly on your feet and take care to open and close the door quietly behind you to respect silence during final Savasana.
9) Please talk quietly in the lobby when a treatment in the Wellness Clinic is in session.
10) Please Hang your coats in the closet by the entranceway, and place your shoes on the racks.
PLEASE DO NOT take coats to the changerooms.
11) Please do not take personal bags and or purses into the yoga room. Wallets are allowed.
12) Please be mindful and respect your neighbours.
13) Please do not put wet towels or yoga mats on the floor at the back of the hallway while going off to shower. This makes for unpleasant puddles on the floor and also clutters up the back hallway for people to come and go.
14) Please hang your rental mats, or storage mats on the mat racks provided at the back of the hallway at the end of your class.
15) Please come early. Class starts on time. No Latecomers will be allowed into the practice room. Thank-You for your promptness and your understanding on this matter.
We want your feedback:
Please take note that we have a "suggestion box" in the lobby. If you have any suggestions, comments, etc., we want to hear from you.
Boutique:
LP Studioline (Vancouver based)
Shakti Wear
For the guys, Max Yoga Wear (NYC).
Yogi Shammies: the ideal Hot Yoga Mat Towel. This towel absorbs 10X the amount of a cotton towel. It can be washed up to 500 times. It is antibacterial & lint free, breathable and Ultra soft. It fits the length of your yoga mat and is IDEAL for HOT YOGA.
No Sweat Laundry Detergent: Scented & Unscented. Helps restore your work out gear. Check it out, you will not be disappointed!
Benefact Mat Spray & Botanical Disinfectant: This is a great product to help disinfect not only your yoga mats, but is also a great natural hand sanitizer and is a great overall disinfectant for your household chores. We carry the 120 ml spray bottles which are small enough to carry in your purse or mat bag, as well as the 4L jugs for your household chores.
Vita Coconut Water (original or pineapple).
Emergency Electrolytes (single packet or by the box).
Mat Storage:
We offer space for a small number of practice mats to be stored on-site, based on pre-registration. Space is limited, so we have a NEW criteria to enable us all to share the space well:
Summer Season: Payment is due July 1st, 2010.
The fee for mat storage is $50 for each pre-determined 3 month season or $25 per month. (see below)
- All stored mats must be pre-registered with the front desk
- Limited space is available. You will be provided a LETTER and all mats must have the owner's name on it while stored on our premises.
- Mats must be removed, or storage renewed within 5 days of each new storage season
- Mats that do not have a name or are not renewed will be removed and the space given to another student.
- Any unclaimed mats will be given to charity after 15 days of no payment
Storage Season:
Fall: Oct - Dec
Winter: Jan-March
Spring: April - June
Summer: July - September
Lost & Found: Please have a look at lost & found when you are in for class. Any unclaimed items will be given to charity at the end of each month.
Bring in Your Baggies: Did you know that we recycle/reuse plastic bags? If you have some building up at home, please bring them in and we will put them to good use.
Gift Certificates: We can arrange gift certificates for your loved ones. Whether it is purchasing Yoga Classes, Yoga Accessories or Massage/Reiki/Homeopathy Treatments, or a combination. Just give us a call or inquire the next time you are in for class.
In our WELLNESS CLINIC:
Peter Johnston, RMT is available for massage treatments on Fridays. Peter is a treatment oriented Massage Therapist specializing in:
Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular Therapies, Remedial Exercise, Swedish
Massage, Hydrotherapy, Sports Massage and Postural Restructuring.
Please check out our website www.bikramyogacentre.com for more details and
pricing. You can call Peter directly at 416.220.8463 or call BYC to book an
appointment.
Dawn Angel Quiacos is available for Reiki and Homeopathy on Tuesdays (after 3pm) & Thursdays.
Please call Dawn at 416.432.9372 to book your appointments.
Energy Exchange Program
We are looking for more people to join the team. Please give us a call or send me an e-mail
tara@bikramyogacentre.com if you are interested in giving your time and energy, in exchange for yoga classes. The person chosen must be responsible, committed, reliable, detail-oriented, friendly and have a regular Bikram practice.
Please take note that our 10 class card, 20 class card. This is to ensure you get the most for your money. When you practice Bikram Yoga regularly you receive the most benefits.
If the Yearly Membership is unreachable for you in one lump sum, talk to Tara about arranging a Monthly Payment Plan. Please note a committment of 12 months is required with a signed contract.
Just a reminder to always double check the Schedule Page for any updates or changes to the schedule, especially over holiday weekends, and with the CHANGES OF SEASON.
Remember to stay hydrated in the heat, use electrolytes in your water.
All the best in health and happiness.
Wishing you a wonderful Summer!
Tara & the Bikram Yoga Centre/Wellness Clinic Team