1. Is there a yoga class suitable for me?
YES! Yoga is for everyone. Please review 'Our Classes' under
'Classes & Programs' for complete descriptions on yoga
instruction for our wide variety of classes.
2. Can I just drop in?
YES, there is no need to reserve a spot. We are the largest yoga studio on the North Shore offering 80% of our classes as drop in. Unless the Schedule of Classes reads as Pre-Registered, you are welcome to just show up
15 minutes before the class of your choice.
3. Do I need to bring a yoga mat?
You are encouraged to bring your own personal yoga mat. If however, you do not have a tapas mat, you can rent one at the studio ($1.00 per class). We also have
regular yoga mats ($30 plus HST) and
Eco Flow environmentally friendly yoga mats with no PVC
materials ($45 plus HST), available for your convenience. Please
enquire if you are interested to purchase a used mat
($15 plus HST).
4. What do I wear to class?
Any loose comfortable clothing that is clean and not too showy would be most fitting.
Please refrain from use of perfume and heavy deodorants in consideration of other class participants who may have allergies or chemical sensitivities.
5. Is it a good idea to eat before class?
As it would affect your exercise session, it is best not to eat within 2 hours of class time. Even then only a light meal is recommended. Full meals need to be eaten at least 3 hours prior to class, and are again needed within 30 minutes to 2 hours of finishing.
6. What time should I arrive for class?
Arriving 15 minutes prior to class allows you to relax and prepare your mind and body for exercise. There is a lot of parking available and a convenient day care in our building, so please be punctual. The door will be locked at the scheduled start time to disallow for disturbances to the students and teacher.
Please ensure you turn off your cell phone before entering the
studio and refrain from taking calls while in the space as it is
distracting for all students.
7. Is it O.K. to leave early, while class is still in
session?
In respect to the teacher and all those students in attendance,
we require that you commit to the full class time. The
relaxation at the end of class is an important integrated part
of the practice. Please schedule accordingly.
8. Do you play music during your
classes?
Yes, at Body Harmony we most often play relaxation music to
enhance your yoga experience. Ultimately, individuals are
encouraged to focus their attention inwards, however the
background sounds are there to enjoy as you slip in and out of a
deeper state of awareness.
9. What if the class is too easy or too difficult?
After your first class, our staff can better determine which classes are most suitable for you. You must however always listen to your body and avoid inverted postures if you have high blood pressure, are menstruating, are pregnant or have any eye, ear, nose or throat infections.
10. How much does it cost?
Please refer to the Membership Pass Prices for a myriad of choices to suit your
schedule. Once purchased, all passes are non-refundable, non-transferable and cannot be used beyond the expiration date. For Membership Pass Prices....click here.
11. Do you offer any incentives for
referring friends?
Yes. If you refer a friend to Body Harmony and they purchase a
pass, you will receive a $10 credit towards the purchase of your
next pass. Just make sure that when your friend comes in for the
first time that they let us know that you were the one who
referred them!
12. Does Body Harmony
offer gift certificates?
Body Harmony offers 2 styles of gift certificates year round,
because any occasion is a good time to give the gift of yoga!
Our gift certificates can be made out for any dollar account, or
specifically for a Body Harmony Pass. Please see
Schedules &
Specials for passes and rates.
13. Can I get One-on-One Yoga or Personal Training?
We do have a couple teachers who are available for one-on-one with students. If you are interested to set up an
early morning or afternoon time for individual care you can call 604-929-YOGA (9642). An hour appointment for
a yoga and/or wellness consultation can be arranged for $75 a session
or a 90 minute session for $90.
14. Is Body Harmony environmentally
conscious?
Body Harmony has been thinking green for years! All of the
cleaning products used at the studio are green and biodegradable
and we use recycled paper products most of the time. In addition, we try
to make environmentally conscious decisions in all realms, from
diligent recycling, to green carpet cleaning services, to
turning off the lights between classes, the environment is
always on our minds.
15. Are there massage therapy and healing services
available?
Yes, as of September 2008 we are thrilled to provide the Body
Harmony Wellness Space! Presently, massage therapist and
yoga teacher Jennifer Jordan has an
introductory
offer ($75 for a 90 minute treatment) on a handful of
massage services Wednesdays and Thursdays. The space is also
available for experienced healers who may wish to set up a
practice Mondays and Saturdays. Enquire today.
16. Does Body Harmony have incentive programs for Corporate Wellness?
Yes. How would you like to lessen your payroll expenses, while increasing employee productivity and health in the workplace? Many corporations are now recognizing that encouraging a healthy workforce and environment is a good business investment, with very tangible returns! Your corporation is eligible for a 25% discount on any of our regular passes. On top of that, you are able to reward employees with "Body Bucks" to even further help with physical and mental health. Take this important step to better your business by contacting Lori at
info@bodyharmony.ca or calling 604.929.YOGA
(9642).
17. Does Body Harmony offer Teacher Training courses for yoga? At this time, our studio does not offer 200 Level, 300 Level or 500 Level Instructor Certification Courses for yoga. We do however highly recommend Prana Yoga College for Hatha Yoga teacher training certification. We often hire teachers who have a course foundation with shakti mhi and are presently taking applications for teachers with experience in hatha, power, yin, iyengar, prenatal and mom & baby yoga. Please contact Lori at info@bodyharmony.ca or call 604-929-YOGA for more career information.
18. Does Body Harmony support any
specific charitable organizations?
Yes!
Since the studio opened in 2002, Body Harmony has supported
various charitable organizations including
Doctor's Without Borders, The Looking Glass
Foundation for Eating Disorders and Camp Moomba.
In addition, since August 2008 Body Harmony has been sponsoring
a child named Jhonatan Quispe-Quispe through World Vision
Canada. Jhonatan was born on March 19th, 2001 in a village just
southeast of Huancayo, not far from Lima in Peru. Most recently,
all of the participants of our 2nd Annual Journey of Our Hearts
have graciously donated over $1000 to help build a school in Pisac,
Peru.
19. Will there be Yoga by
the Beach in 2011?
Yes! Lori will be down at John Lawson Park in West Vancouver for Mixed Levels Hatha Yoga
instruction Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 - 11:30am. Classes
run from June 14th to September 1st. (Weather permitting,
as we will be there even if it is cloudy but not if it's drizzling or raining). Please bring a yoga mat and beach towel, along with some sunscreen. Arrive at least 10 minutes early, especially if you prefer a spot in the shade. Class
fee is $10 cash or you may use your BHYS pass. Do join us for
this opportunity to lift your spirit and get in touch with
nature!
Body Harmony Yoga Studio
Inc., Established 2002
