Throughout your practice

• Maintain tip of tongue on the roof of your mouth (behind front teeth)

• Gaze softly downward

• Aim to move with the breath; steadily, slowly

• Maintain awareness of your feet and their contact with the floor

• Only work to your limit; no forcing or pushing beyond

Menstruation

Before class please let Narelle know if you are menstruating, and appropriate instruction will be provided for that day of your menstrual cycle.  For the first 3 days of the menstrual cycle, restorative practice is given, slowly entering back into practice over the first 7 days.  It is of utmost importance to rest during the first 3 days of your cycle, however you are welcome to attend and follow guidance for a restorative practice or to sit supported and observe the class.  Much importance is placed upon being aware of the rhythm of your cycle; refraining from too much activity when you are menstruating.  The long term benefits of resting at this time are immense.

Preparation for class

• Try to not eat for at least 2 hours and not drink for 30 minutes prior to class

• Arrive 5 minutes before class

• Turn mobile phones off

• Leave your belongings in the entrance foyer

• Wear comfortable stretchy clothing (Note: please avoid wearing perfumes, or strong scents to classes)

• All classes conducted in bare feet

• Please have hair tied up before class begins, and remove jewellery/ watch

• Upon arrival please take a blanket to sit upon until class commences

• Please advise Narelle if you have any condition which may require you modify how you practice (e.g. headache, illness, injury, menstruation, pregnancy, overtired, etc.)