The Yoga Place will reopen in-studio classes at Whittington Place in July.
By Karen Watson Reeves
July 1, 2020, marked the seventh anniversary of The Yoga Place. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a big celebration was not possible, but as they begin the eighth year of business, their pledge is to continue bringing quality yoga with Yoga Alliance trained instructors who look forward to sharing their passion with you!
Kristine Artymowski, owner of Whittington Place, which houses The Yoga Place, is to be commended for providing a clean, well-kept, and welcoming environment for the practice space. You will not find a more beautiful, serene setting.
With the beginning of the eighth year, the first-ever increase in class rates will be implemented. The in-studio classes will be ten classes for $120 (with a six-month expiration from the date of purchase) and the drop-in rate will be $15. Payments can be made on the website by clicking “schedule” on the menu bar and finding the preferred option. www.theyogaplacehs.com.
Understanding that schedules change in a heartbeat during these pandemic days, the plan is to bring back all the remaining classes to “in-studio” status. Beginning July 13, the full schedule will once again be with students in the studio (with the exception of the Wednesday, 4:30 pm class, which will be back soon!).
The following restrictions will apply:
• 8 students max per class, to maintain appropriate distance between mats
• Students will bring their own mats and props
• Students will agree to a temperature check upon entering the studio
• Students will wear a mask any time they are not on their mat
The Yoga Place will provide plenty of sanitary wipes and hand sanitizer in the studio and restroom. Class cards/packages will again be honored.
To ensure that you have a space for your mat, it is highly recommended you continue to preregister. Students dropping in for a class can pay on the website. To use your class card, contact Karen at 501-681-0566 to reserve your space.
Walk-ins will be allowed as space permits. If you preregister and find you are unable to attend, cancellation is required 4 hours before class time to refund your payment or “unmark” your card.
It is understood that some students have really enjoyed the online classes, so the plan is to keep filming at least 3 new classes per week. They can be practiced live, or be taken at the student’s convenience, as some have already been doing.
The check-in policy will be the same. Comment with your presence under the video or text Karen upon completing a class. The drop-in fee for online classes continues to be $12 or a twelve-class card for $120.
For those still appreciating the online classes, there is a seven-session series posted to encourage students to explore their energetic bodies through a study of the chakras. These wheels or vortices of energy run up the spine and associate with areas in the physical body.
The first session was posted on Monday, June 22, and each successive class follows on Wednesdays and Fridays until the conclusion of the series on Monday, July 6. They will stay posted through the summer, so it is not too late to begin the series or get caught up if you have missed a session.
Scroll down the Facebook page for The Yoga Place. After you complete a class, the payment option is the same as for the other online classes. There is also a link on the website specifically for the chakra series. Join in and enjoy your chakra dance as you balance your energetic system.
Perhaps you are “over” online classes, but do not feel ready to get out and about again? Feeling a little apprehensive about practicing with others in the room but missing the beautiful practice space? Contact Karen at 501-681-0566 to schedule private sessions, for yourself or with your intimate group of family or friends. She will be happy to accommodate you, with all safety precautions in place.
