Open Yoga
As part of our commitment to bring more yoga to more people, we offer the space of Bristol Yoga Studio periodically for an open, unguided, yoga or meditation practice. The studio is available for Open Practice on Tuesdays from 4:30-5:30. We are currenly seeking a host for weekly open meditation. Email if you think you'd like to offer open meditation.
What is Open Yoga?
Open Yoga is just as it sounds. We open the yoga studio for use by yoga students to do a self-guided yoga practice without a teacher. We welcome students to use the space and studio props for asana, meditation, and pranayama practice without the guidance of a teacher but rather to go inside and truly practice your own yoga.
Are There Guidelines for Open Yoga? You should only practice what you are most comfortable with doing. The studio is staffed with volunteers during Open Practice, and these volunteers are not there to teach yoga or workshop asanas. Use this time to go deeper into your own practice in whatever way makes most sense for you, but recognize that you're on your own on your mat! Also, please limit your conversation in the studio during Open Yoga. While you are welcome to chat in the entry rooms, please be respectful of other students practices and privacy in the yoga studio during Open Yoga times.
Last, space at the studio is limited. Please be respectful and understanding of everyone's space and make room for people as needed. What Does Open Yoga Cost? There is no set cost for open practice but please feel free to leave a donation to support the studio and or a donation to help support the East Bay Food Pantry. Any amount is welcome. Do I Have to Come for the Whole Time? No. Come for any amount of time you wish. You can come for 5 minutes or come for the entire time Open Yoga is offered. You choose what works best for you and your schedule, and just come! And, no need to RSVP... just come! I Can't Make it Due to Scheduling Conflicts. Will you offer Open Yoga at Other Times? Yes, depending on studio availability and staffing, we will offer Open Yoga as much as possible. If you're interested in becoming a volunteer, please email Tracy.
