“GUIDELINES FOR THE BEGINNER”
By Lyn Moes

Welcome to Yoga. What a great choice you have made!
Congratulations on your decision to improve your physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Your new venture could be a turning point in your life. Here are a few helpful tips:

Practice Yoga on an empty stomach

Do not practice Yoga under the influence of alcohol or drugs however small in amount

If you are a smoker do not smoke prior to practice, and at least 1 hour after  Yoga

Please tell the teacher if:

You are pregnant
You have a heart condition
You have any medical problems

There is no competition. If you cannot do the postures or you have difficulties or problems in the class, please discuss this with the teacher. Persevere and perfection will come in its own time.

Strive for at least one weekly lesson with a qualified teacher. Don’t do anything that is harmful, over-stimulating or forceful. The teacher will regulate your progress.

Wear comfortable clothes and leave jewellery at home.

It is advisable to read about the vast subject of Yoga. For information on suitable literature contact your teacher.

Remember your teacher is a well-wisher who points the way, she can light the tunnel, but you must walk it alone.

 

With love and Light,
Lyn Moes
Qualified Teacher Diploma of I.Y.T.A. 1982
International Yoga Teachers Association