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Celina
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# Posted: 29 Jun 2006 11:17
Hi! I have never done yoga before.Please advice what should I prepare for the class? How do I choose a class?
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Namaste
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# Posted: 29 Jun 2006 15:39
Welcome to the forum, Celina.
If you have never done yoga before, my advice is to find a yoga studio that teaches Hatha yoga for beginners. You can call or email those yoga studios listed on the website and find one that suits fits your schedule.
Yoga studios are better for beginners because the classes are usually smaller, compared to yoga centres or fitness/health clubs ones. So you can receive more attention from the teachers.
Location wise, try to find one that is either near your work place or convenient to go after work and on your way home. Try to attend at least 2-3 classes per week.
Good luck and have fun.
Namaste.
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Grayce
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# Posted: 29 Jun 2006 16:02
Hi Celina,
Don't worry too much. Yoga is fun. I'm sure you'll love it.
For beginner, I agreed with Namaste that you should go for studios instead of yoga centres.
If you have time, go down personally to check out those studios nearby where you live or your work place. Some studios offer trial class or even free. Try it out !!
Most importantly, you should feel comfortable with the yoga instructor's teaching. Talk to the instructor and ask questions.
Lastly, don't forget to check the class schedule & package whether can fit into your budget and your schedule.
Hope to see you around.
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Celina
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# Posted: 3 Jul 2006 10:34
Hi guys, Thanks for the great advices. 
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lee-ann
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# Posted: 3 Jul 2006 23:48
hi,
i did yoga a while back when i was schooling. After that i grad and stopped yoga. Now, im working and i feel that yoga will benefit me so i hope to join the classes.
Where do you think i should sign up? Should i join a studio or centre?
Financially which one is lesser?
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Miyuki
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# Posted: 4 Jul 2006 16:24
Hi Lee-Ann,
It's good to hear that you are keen to pick up yoga again...
Unless you had a good foundation and you're comfortable with big classes, I suggest that you go for YOGA STUDIOS. It's alot cheaper than yoga centres too.
Since you have stopped yoga for awhile, it's better for the teacher to help to adjust your posture into correct alignment again.
While practising with a smaller group of students will not stress you out and you get more personal attention from the teacher.
Most of the teachers in yoga studios make an effort to remember his/her students names and the teachers know their students physical level very well. This will help to minimise the injuries while practising yoga.
There are a few good studios listed in this web. Most of them charge at $170-$220 for 10 lessons.
Hope you are able to find the suitable studio soon !
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Zane
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# Posted: 4 Jul 2006 16:45
Hi lee-ann,
i took on Yoga about 7 & a half months ago. The first studio that i've signed up with, 'cos my work place is very nearby, so i went for classes 'bout 3 to 4 times per week. So, i decided to sign up for the unlimited package which is $110 per month. But sadly, the studio has closed (It closed in end April), which means i have to try out other studios in order to find one which i'm comfortable with.
Initially, when i found out the kind of prices which some studios offered for the unlimited package, i was afraid that i couldn't afford it, what with my commitments and stuff. But when i went for a single drop-in class at some of the studios, i discover that the instructors are very professional and very good! And the students there... Wow, I was very amazed with what some of the students has achieved when they kept going for classes at the same studio/with the same instructor. And naturally, this led to the discovery that i still have a very very long way to go!
So... what i feel is that dont think about the costs first. Just go for the single drop-in class, look around the place, go for the lesson and see whether you're comfortable with the instructor or not. And dont worry, usually, they dont pressurise you to sign up for a package when you finish the drop-in class. But if you do have queries about the lesson, you can just ask the instructor. I'm sure they will be happy to clarify for you.
I hope my reply provide some enlightenment for you? hee ...
P.S. i went for yoga in the first place was to cure my back problems.
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Grayce
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# Posted: 4 Jul 2006 17:12
Hello lee-ann,
I agreed with Zane. Don't worry about the cost, try out different places 1st. Try out the classes and see if you like any of the yoga instructor's teaching style.
If you have done yoga before, it shouldn't be a problem for you to join back again. Just keep practising will help you to come back to your previous level or even better...
Curious, what style of yoga did you practise previously? Hatha or Ashtanga? Maybe you should try a different style for this time?
If you found any interesting yoga studios, please share your experience with us.
Take care. See you around.
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Lee-ann
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# Posted: 6 Jul 2006 04:06
Hiya Miyuki, Zane, and Grayce,
thanx a lot for your advise. think i should start arranging my schedule and call up some studios for single classes. I'll update again when i've tried out a few.
Thanx again. =D
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Nanbe1st
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# Posted: 21 Oct 2006 03:12
hello ladies and gents!
I've been kind of lurking around.
I love this site! thanks for having me
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Anonymous
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# Posted: 3 Feb 2007 20:26
Hi,
I am looking for a yoga studio in the central or west zones. If anybody has any good studio to recommend? Thanks.
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Grayce
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# Posted: 12 Feb 2007 11:46
Namaste,
You may want to try out the following studios (Chinatown area) :
- Ashtanga Yoga Singapore @ 36A Mosque Street (www.ashtangayogasingapore.com)
- Whatever @ 20, 29A & 31 Keong Saik Road (http://www.whatever.com.sg/yoga.php?q=2)
Cheers
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Anonymous
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# Posted: 19 Feb 2007 15:58
Grayce,
Thanks for your reply.
I am also considering Ashtanga Yoga Singapore. Do you know how big is the class and who is the instructor? Thanks.
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Zane
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# Posted: 21 Feb 2007 13:55
namaste.
i've been goin Ashtanga Yoga Singapore for about 2 months, for mysore in the mornings. i think there's about 10 students in the morning mysore class. The instructor is Stanley, and he's a great guy, and loves to share his knowledge with his students.
Does that answer your query?
Zane
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Anonymous
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# Posted: 21 Feb 2007 16:32
Zane,
Thanks for your reply.
Actually, I am looking for a studio with a small class size so that the teacher is able to correct our posture for beginner like me.
But it seems that AYS provide beginner course does that mean that there is no trial class and we have to complete the whole course?
p/s: The yoga centre is also very attractive as they offer many kinds of yoga under one roof
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Zane
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# Posted: 21 Feb 2007 22:43
namaste.
you are totally new to yoga?
you can always try his led class in the evenings, and see how it goes, whether you are comfortable with stanley. i went to his led class once, and at that time, the class size was about 7 students, but am not sure 'bout now.
you can always send an e-mail to AYS 'bout your queires.
good luck...
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Anonymous
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# Posted: 1 Mar 2007 09:54
Zane ~ Need your advice on ashatanga yoga.
My friends mentioned that for a beginner who is still new to yoga it is not adviseable to take up ashatanga yoga immediately.
I have been practicing hatha yoga for 1.5 months. Do you think I should practice more on hatha before moving on to ashtanga? Thanks in advance.
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Zane
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# Posted: 2 Mar 2007 13:22
Hi,
Yes, i would think its better that you practise on hatha yoga for several more months before you go for ashtanga. I myself practise hatha for about 7 to 8 months before my friend asked me to try ashtanga led, and its only 2 months ago, that i decided to go mysore (i've been practising yoga for about 1 year & 1 month).
But, i would still hope you would drop an e-mail to stanley and explain to him about your situation so that he can advise you whats the next step to take. He IS the certified ashtanga instructor after all.
Namaste.
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softwares88
Member
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# Posted: 12 Jul 2007 12:33
erm.how big is a class usually?
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jm
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# Posted: 12 Jul 2007 21:27
Hi all! I'm Jiamin from Hwa Chong Institution. My friend and I are thinking of setting up a new CCA "Yoga Club" in school. We would like to ask if it is possible to get an instructor for a class of about 20 – 30 students? Of course, as we are still students, we hope that the cost will not be too high. If anyone has any idea where we can find an affordable and good instructor, please tell us!! THANKS LOTS!! XD
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Anonymous
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# Posted: 18 Jul 2007 09:58
Hi people,
May I know any good yoga centre / studio near harbour front area (near my work place), so that i can go straight after work. Or near my house (serangoon central). Of course, the course fee must be affordable by me.
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Anonymous
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# Posted: 17 Aug 2007 14:49
Hi,
"ALL ABOUT YOGA" which situated along Tangjong Pagar..a comfortable, no gimmick...was with them since Mid June 2207 till now (still on going) 3 to 4 lesson/wk...
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peggy
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# Posted: 26 Aug 2007 12:08
was about to call true/pure yoga to sign up the course..Thank GOD..I read your messages...
Thanks everyone for all your advises.. will call All About Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga to register for beginner class..
thanks again ;)
peggy
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peggy
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# Posted: 26 Aug 2007 12:09
May I also know where can I take up the yoga trainer course ?
thanks ;)
peggy
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Celina
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# Posted: 26 Aug 2007 22:08
Hi Peggy,
Don't mixed up True Yoga with Pure Yoga.
So far people here are complaining about True Yoga and their sales tactics..
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Anonymous
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# Posted: 27 Aug 2007 19:03
Hi Jiamin,
I am a free-lance yoga instructor, please contact me for more information- 91559325
Thks
Michelle
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kelly
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# Posted: 8 Dec 2007 00:30
Hi there
Good to read all the feeback. Wondering if any of u experts can help. I am trying to find a very laid back yoga school. I have been to all the centres Pure Yoga True Yoga, and dont really like it. Oops. Too big, non personal and a little OTT for me. Wondering if anyone can recommend a small class prefebly early early mornings like 7 am or on weekends and outdoors if possible. I want to do it to help my back and to relax la! So looking for a very chill out class and group with no stress no competition no posers and lots of love!
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Therese
Member
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# Posted: 8 Dec 2007 08:16
HI Kelly,
I'm a freelance yoga instructor, and if you could gather a small amount of people to join the class, i'll be happy to teach where ever you like.
Let me know what you think.
Regards.
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chelle
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# Posted: 9 Dec 2007 00:25
hi
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chelle
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# Posted: 9 Dec 2007 00:28
Hi Kelly
I am a free lance certified yoga instructor with healthcare background, I could share with you my personal chronic backache experience and the benefit of Yoga
My clinical experiences, anatomy and physiological background has deepend my application in Yoga
Please feel free to contact me 91559325
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