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THE 10 COMMANDMENTS OF Y2 YOGA

We are pretty chill up in here. You are not going to find many rules at Y2 because we truly believe this is your practice, and we are just your guides.

The simple fact is that we want to share yoga with everyone.  This is a low-pressure, come as you are, get what you need love-fest. We are a big family but all families need some rules to keep the peace. In that spirit, here are the 10 commandments of Y2 Yoga.

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1. DO NOT LEAVE DURING SAVASANA

You can leave at any other time….just not when the rest of us are soaking in the yoga goodness at the end of a practice. What’s savasana you may ask? It’s the quiet time at the end of practice where we ask you to lie still for a few minutes with a cold lavender towel over your eyes. Sounds pretty nice, right? Well for whatever reason it seems to stimulate the “GET ME OUT OF HERE” response for many of us but it’s actually a very sacred time. It may seem like the most difficult 5 minutes on your mat but it’s the time when the yoga works its magic. It is a practice in being still and quiet…and that can be uncomfortable and scary at first. We certainly cannot make you stay for those last delicious minutes but we insist that if you do choose to leave early, do it before savasana.

2. NO CELL PHONES IN THE STUDIO

Seriously, are you not tired of technology yet? Do yourself a favor and step away from being attached for 60 minutes. Our ONLY exception is for those of you who are on call for your profession.

3. DON’T TALK IN CLASS

We’re okay with a little bit of chatting before class and during breaks but PLEASE don’t talk while the teacher is leading the class.

4. NO SHOES,  PURSES OR KEYS IN THE STUDIO ROOMS 

We try to make our studio space a clean, uncluttered environment. We kindly ask that you leave your belongings in the locker room and take your shoes off BEFORE you come in the studio rooms.  Bring yourself, a mat and a towel.

5. IF YOU ARE SICK, STAY HOME

Rest up, take care of yourself and come see us when you’re feeling better.

6. ARRIVE ON TIME

We have a lot of classes that fill up quickly and sometimes it is hard to find a spot if you come in late. Navigating the legs and arms in motion is tenuous even without a mat, 2 towels and a water bottle in your hands.  Try to give yourself a few minutes before class to unwind, settle, relax. All that said, please do not ever feel unwelcome if you have to enter class a few minutes (or 20 minutes!) late. Just do so quietly and the teacher will help you find a space.

7. CHECK IN AT THE FRONT DESK

Our wonderful front desk staff is pretty fantastic at getting to know everyone’s name, but with upwards of 400 people walking through the door each day it’s impossible for them to get it right every single time. Please stop and let them know you’re here, even if you’ve already signed in online.

8. LISTEN TO YOUR BODY

Don’t ever want you to forget that this is your practice. Not your teacher’s and not your neighbor’s. If you are feeling overheated, walk out. Losing your breath? Find child’s pose. Back off when you need to back off. Drink water. This is NOT a competition with anyone else.  Honor yourself.

9. DO NOT TAKE OUR TOWELS HOME

We provide complimentary hand towels for every yogi and we provide shower towels for a small fee for those who want to shower at the studio. These towels are to be placed  in the designated bins at the end of class. They’re located in the hallways.  Please do not take our towels them home with you. THANK YOU. BIG HUGS.

10. HAVE FUN AND DON’T TAKE THINGS SO SERIOUSLY

This is absolutely a rule. Have fun while you are here. Play around. Try something new.  Fall down. Get back up. Laugh at yourself and lighten your load. That’s the whole point.

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  • I drive 40 minutes to Y2 yoga and it is well worth the trip. The instructors are incredible, eclectic and, fun. Where else can you do mountain climber while listening to Kanye!! Love love love!

    Candice C.
  • Best yoga studio I have ever been to. I have been going for almost two years now and i am more than pleased. The teachers are compassionate and skilled, it is a judgement free place where I can find my center and it has changed my life.

    Lala Y.
  • Come to Y2 Yoga prepared to grow physically and spiritually on your yoga mat. The community – teachers and students alike – is vibrant, welcoming, compassionate and courageous. The asanas are challenging, but the experienced teachers offer alternatives for all levels. The often intense heat and upbeat music are distinctively Y2 – not to be missed. Plan to stay a while in the beautiful Y2 facility – the massage services, retail boutique, and Namastay Kitchen also are amazing!
    Diane B.
  • I have tried yoga a handful of times over the years, but despite my desire to ‘get into it’, I just couldn’t take to it. Late this summer, a friend convinced me to come to a class at Y2, and I’ll be honest, I went because I didn’t want to miss out on the social gathering planned for afterwards. I LOVED it. Now I am addicted to it. Would never have thought it possible. Thank you Y2 for turning me on to yoga. I am a convert and am so happy to be a part of your tribe!

    Vicki F
  • Love Y2. The teachers are great and the new studio is perfect. They have every class from beginner to the season yogis. The kids classes are great and my 5 year old gets really excited to go.

    Steve K.

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