Equinox Yoga Studio

What is Yoga?
Yoga is a mind-body practice designed to improve overall health, strength, flexibility, mental clarity and tranquility in people of all ages and fitness levels. Yoga is an ancient system of breathing practices (pranayama), physical exercises and postures (asanas) and meditation designed to integrate the practitioner's mind, body, and spirit, and facilitate optimal health. It originated in India over five thousand years ago and its tenets were written down by a scholar named Pantanjali in the second century B.C. The word “yoga” comes from the Sanskrit word yuj meaning “union.” In the last 50 years, yoga has gained increasing popularity in the West and is regarded as an extraordinary form of exercise, physical therapy, and stress relief. Yoga practitioners worldwide have used this practice as a means to greater health and happiness. As of 2002, more than 6 million people in the United States were practicing some form of yoga, with 1.7 million claiming to practice it regularly.
What are the benefits of Yoga?
Brings balance and harmony to the body, mind and spirit. Develops strength, flexibility, range of motion and balance. Calms the mind. Reduces stress and anxiety. Revitalizes and energizes body and mind. Slows heart rate. Lowers blood pressure. Increases circulation. Strengthens and tones muscles. Increases metabolism and assists in weight loss. Helps with detoxification. Improves the function of the internal organs. Can reduce depression, stress and insomnia.
What do I need to do to prepare for this class?
Wear comfortable workout attire. Layers are best as your body temperature changes throughout your practice. Be prepared to work in bare feet. If this is your first class, arrive 15 minutes before class begins. Avoid eating for up to an hour before class and drink plenty of water before class to remain hydrated throughout practice. Please refrain from wearing any cologne or perfumes. Bring a towel to wipe down your mat after class. We provide mats for $2 rentals, but we encourage you to bring or purchase your own. Your mat is an important tool and a symbol of commitment to your practice. Yoga is a process. Be consistent in your practice. Be patient and compassionate with yourself.

What is Yoga?

Yoga is a mind-body practice designed to improve overall health, strength, flexibility, mental clarity and tranquility in people of all ages and fitness levels. Yoga is an ancient system of breathing practices (pranayama), physical exercises and postures (asanas) and meditation designed to integrate the practitioner's mind, body, and spirit, and facilitate optimal health. It originated in India over five thousand years ago and its tenets were written down by a scholar named Pantanjali in the second century B.C. The word “yoga” comes from the Sanskrit word yuj meaning “union.” In the last 50 years, yoga has gained increasing popularity in the West and is regarded as an extraordinary form of exercise, physical therapy, and stress relief. Yoga practitioners worldwide have used this practice as a means to greater health and happiness. As of 2002, more than 6 million people in the United States were practicing some form of yoga, with 1.7 million claiming to practice it regularly.

What are the benefits of Yoga?

Brings balance and harmony to the body, mind and spirit.
Develops strength, flexibility, range of motion and balance.
Calms the mind. Reduces stress and anxiety.
Revitalizes and energizes body and mind.
Slows heart rate.
Lowers blood pressure.
Increases circulation.
Strengthens and tones muscles.
Increases metabolism and assists in weight loss.
Helps with detoxification.
Improves the function of the internal organs.
Can reduce depression, stress and insomnia.

What do I need to do to prepare for this class?

Wear comfortable workout attire. Layers are best as your body temperature changes throughout your practice. Be prepared to work in bare feet.
If this is your first class, arrive 15 minutes before class begins.
Avoid eating for up to an hour before class and drink plenty of water before class to remain hydrated throughout practice.
Please refrain from wearing any cologne or perfumes.
Bring a towel to wipe down your mat after class.
We provide mats for $2 rentals, but we encourage you to bring or purchase your own. Your mat is an important tool and a symbol of commitment to your practice.
Yoga is a process. Be consistent in your practice. Be patient and compassionate with yourself.