Q What is Ashtanga yoga?
A. The practice of Ashtanga yoga is an ancient and powerful discipline for cultivating physical, mental and spiritual health. Progressive techniques of breath, posture and movement cleanse, stretch and strengthen the body as well as focus and calm the mind. A deeper experience of self becomes possible through consistent practice – Tim Miller

Q. To practice traditional Ashtanga yoga, do I need previous experience?
A. You may attend a BEGINNER I class with NO previous experience. ALL other classes require some experience with the practice of Ashtanga yoga. Please read class details CAREFULLY, or speak with a Yoga Shala instructor for a recommendation.

Q. What should I bring to my Ashtanga Yoga Class?
A. Please dress comfortably in light clothing. Ashtanga yoga is a dynamic, athletic style of yoga. Your own yoga mat is recommended for hygienic reasons. Mats are available for purchase at The Yoga Shala for $34. You may bring a water bottle for after your class; however we do not recommend you drink water during class.

Q. How early should I arrive prior to the class start time?
A. Please arrive up to 20-25 minutes early.

Q. Is parking available?
A. We have a few undesignated stalls in the parking lot out front, however please respect the other tenants and IF the lot seems nearly full please park on 20th street or 19th street south of 15th Avenue (2 hour parking). We wish to facilitate good karma with our neighbours by respecting their parking requirements.

Q. Does 2 month expiry mean 60 days or 8 weeks?
A. It means 2 months. For example: January 28th to March 28th.

Q. Is The Yoga Shala open on Holidays?
A. Most designated holidays we will run 2 classes, 9:30am and 7:30pm. Please check the website for details on specific upcoming holidays.

Q. How often is the class schedule updated and how are these changes communicated to the students?
A. The schedule will be updated monthly, at least one week prior to the end of the month. Please check the website at this time for changes.

Q. Will The Yoga Shala use my e-mail to forward junk mail, if I give my address to you?
A. Your email address is strictly confidential, and will be used by The Yoga Shala only. If you would NOT like to receive emails from the Yoga Shala, please indicate this on your Introduction Form, or reply to a Yoga Shala email with “REMOVE” in the subject heading.