About Traditional Yoga
There are so many different styles and kinds of yoga I’m not sure you could even list them all. Even within the same style each teacher teaches differently enough that you could say each teacher really does have a style of their own.
There is a big difference between traditional and modern yoga though. This is my take on it:
Traditional Yoga
Traditional yoga classes are typically 90 minutes. They are held in a studio which generally does an amazing job of creating a restful atmosphere. You need to arrive 10 minutes early at least and I always feel it appropriate to whisper for some reason. Traditional yoga often can include chanting and more advanced breathing practices so be sure to read the class description if you aren’t comfortable with that. The studio’s are also very good at cleaning the mats and other props. Just be sure to be careful and listen to your body. Look into the teachers teaching credentials as there is no standard as to what level of training private studio’s need.
Modern/Fitness Yoga
Modern/Fitness yoga classes are typically 60 minutes. Depending on the teacher they can try to set the mood but very often these facilities do not have dimmers and sometimes it’s not even a fully enclosed room. Very often participants are running in right as class starts. These classes can be drop-in, sessions or part of a gym membership. These facilities very often don’t have props or even an yoga mats so call ahead to find out. I suggest bringing your own to a fitness yoga class. Modern/Fitness yoga is more aware of current fitness principals such as alignment. To teach in a fitness facility you only need to have the BCRPA (British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association) Yoga leader designation or equivalent in your province or state.
I suggest trying a variety of facilities, styles and teachers before settling on one you want to invest your time and money into. Even after you find that magic place and teacher be sure to visit other classes.
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