Sacred Space: our studio

a sacred space to share with all life...this is your instructor (@7months pregnant)

Basic Ettiquette

  • shoes are removed outside the door- both for cleanliness & for the symbolic removal of mundane perceptions
  • questions are welcomed, even during class, but students are urged to keep their energy within. natural noises occur during blissful movement and are fine (ahhs, yawns, etc.) but should remain quiet, and talking during class is simply not allowed.
  • the studio is a place of sanctuary- that means no living things are killed (bugs etc.), no one is judged (including you by yourself!), & we practice compassion and peace within ourselves and outwardly
  • please refrain from wearing perfumes as some are chemically sensitive, & the scents can intensify during activity
  • please don't feel the need to show up very early, 5-10 minutes early or right in time is ideal. feel free to leave your "rushing" energy outside the clock tower. just flow in confidence, strength, and peace
  • please sign in and present your card at the beginning of each session
  • this is a place of peace, health and spirituality for all beings, all religious beliefs are welcomed- classes are taught from a traditional yogic and universally spiritual perspective that invites deeper contemplation and understanding of one's personal beliefs.

The Five Precepts

To keep the studio and retreat center a place of peace, sanctuary and evolution, we ask that you try to observe the following precepts while attending.

  • Please refrain from intentionally harming any sentient beings; insects, animals, plants, people, nature.
  • Do not take what is not freely given, accept what is and don't try to change it.
  • Abstain from sexual activity (when on retreat), and abstain from sexual remarks.
  • Practice noble silence when in class and in the dormitory, and refrain from afflictive speech- no lying, gossiping, harsh or hurtful comments.
  • Please do not use alcohol or other drugs while in class or on retreat. They are harmful and distracting. This doesn't refer to prescripton medicines.