Welcome to my classes - I'm thrilled you're here!
Taking this first step toward caring for yourself differently is something to be truly proud of. Regular classes help you stay on track with your movement/activity goals and help your time be more effective AND more enjoyable.
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If you’re brand new, the next step is to watch the Intro Video for your class. While each one is an entire one hour class, you can simply watch the first 15 minutes and you’ll feel much more prepared for class AND get much more out of class.
Below you’ll find all the info you need to start classes with confidence. If you are taking a “with weights” class, be sure to check out the resistance props we use below!
First Class FAQs
What do you need for Mobility Stretch 1 class?
At home: You need a mat, a yoga strap (or a belt or something similar) and a blanket. You also need about your arms span worth of wall for wall stretches.
n-studio: We have everything you need, or you may bring your own.
What do you need for Free Guided Meditation?
At home: A comfortable place to sit - on the floor or a chair. A shawl or blanket if you get chilly.
In-studio: We have everything you need, including meditation cushions and bolsters.
What do you need for Pilates 1 class?
At home: You need a mat, a yoga strap (or a belt or something similar) and a blanket.
In-studio: We have everything you need, or you may bring your own.
What Level is right for me?
Our classes at the Yoga Center are in levels. Level 1 in any class is introductory. If you are new, in my classes you’ll have your best experience and results if you start in Level 1, even if you are already quite fit. I only break down the basics of core understanding, breathing, stability, etc. in Level 1. You can also watch the free video in the link above. This knowledge helps you exercise without injury, and get the best and most efficient results.
What do you need for Pilates 1-2 with Weights, Pilates 2 with Weights, or Pilates 2-3 with Weights class?
These classes are not for beginners and you need Pilates experience with an instructor that gives you feedback. They are a faster pace, do not include move breakdowns, and you must know compression breathing and stabilization techniques. If you are a beginner in Pilates and you try this level, please know this is not the best experience for you.
At home: You need a mat, a yoga strap (or a belt or something similar) and a blanket. You also need ankle weights (soft/padded are better), hand weights, 12’ loop bands, long bands (like therabands used in physical therapy) and a 9-9.5” Pilates or Yoga ball (squishy). We do not use all the resistance props in each class. Your email before each class will let you know what to have for class that day
In-studio: We have everything you need, or you may bring your own.
New to Live-stream classes?
The Yoga Center will send you your link via email if you registered for online class. Or you can access it when logged into your account.
You are responsible for doing your make up classes.
Before missing a class click “cancel” on that class, and then it will go back into your account. Refresh your page and go ahead and reserve the class you intend to use as your makeup. You have through the expiration date of your monthly subscription or class pass membership to use all your classes.
What if I have used all my classes for the month on my monthly membership?
That’s easy! You can sign up and take more classes at a pro-rated rate.
If you have any orthopedic issues or injuries, please let me know before class so I can help you with modifications. My email is samira@samirashuruk.com
I can’t wait to see your smiling face!
Karen