Overcome Your "First Yoga Class" Fear

I’ll be the first to admit, I was nervous for my first yoga class. Walking into a new space alone, surrounded by people I'd never met before, whom I assumed were a lot stronger and more flexible than me. I was intimidated. But once the soothing music came on, the lights were dimmed, and the calming voice of the instructor commenced, I was instantly relaxed. My eyes were closed, and I was concentrating on breathing and nothing else just like every other person in the room.

By the end of the class my body felt full of movement, my muscles were relaxed, and my headache was gone. From that day forward, I have been attending yoga every week.

Be Brave

• Learn a few postures in the comfort of your own home. HERE is a great place to begin.
• Google some basic yoga terminology such as ‘namaste’
• Grab a friend and attend yoga together…everything’s better with a friend.
• Know what you need to bring
• Keep your head held high and walk into that room with an open mind.
• Ask for help – Let the instructor know this is your first class and ask for extra guidance.

Be You

• There are no comparisons in a yoga class as everyone’s body works differently. Therefore, you shouldn’t compare your flexibility or strength to anyone else.
• Be confident in your own skin.
• Don’t push yourself too far, only do what makes you feel good.
• Relax and sink deep into the breathing exercises.
• Enjoy yourself and make the most of the rare opportunity for quiet 'you time'.