Frequently Asked Questions

If it’s your first time coming to LanAsana Yoga, you will be asked to remove your footwear once inside (before stepping into the studio), you can then pop all shoes, socks, and bags in the pigeon holes just inside the studio. We ask that your mobile phone is also left in your bag so that it isn’t a distraction and that you put it on silent.

You should try to wear comfortable clothing, that you can move and stretch in. You may get hot so perhaps you want to wear something that will keep you cool, but bring something to keep you warm when you slow down in relaxation. Shoes and socks are not worn when practicing yoga

Yoga is open to everyone—young or old, flexible or stiff, men and women, sporty or desk-bound.

Regular practice of yoga poses or asanas will increase stamina, strength and of course flexibility which in turn helps you feel happier and healthier in body and mind. However there are lots of other benefits too, such as helping to reduce high blood pressure, heart disease, aches and pains – including lower back pain – depression and stress. Practicing yoga regularly will also help increase mindfulness not just in class, but in other areas of a your life too.

Always consult your doctor first before booking into a class. When booking onto a class you will be asked to complete a questionnaire and to declare any injuries that you have to us, please also inform the teacher before the class starts. In some cases we may advise you not to take part in a session as it may cause additional harm or put you at risk. Feel free to contact us so we can direct you to the classes that are more injury friendly.

As we are a small studio we don’t have a dedicated changing room nor do we have any showers …yet! As we don’t offer hot yoga yet you shouldn’t get too sweaty.

We do have small WCs which you can use to change in, however most people tend to arrive in their yoga gear.

We encourage you to bring your own mats and props with you. We do not provide any equipment.

If you are practicing from home, we recommend that you find yourself a quiet space, where you won’t be disturbed. Use a yoga mat if you have one, but if you haven’t purchased one yet and would prefer to try out yoga before investing in your own mat you can use a towel instead. If you have any yoga props, keep these handy, alternatively, we advise having some books, a cushion, blanket, belt and or dressing gown strap to hand to assist you in some of our postures.

We would advise that you do not practice during your 1st trimester and that you consult your doctor before attending a class.

Yoga is a practice that originated in India over 5,000 years ago. Written in Sanskrit, the ancient texts describe it as a practice that will still the turbulence of mind that will, over time and with practice, create greater calm, contentment and mental clarity. There are many ways in which Yoga can be practiced to achieve this. In the Western world this usually involves a physical practice. By putting the body in various poses (asanas) and bringing awareness to breath, Yoga will quieten the body and mind.