Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get started?
Contact me to set up a short private meeting. We can get to know one another a bit better, chat about your goals and desires, and you can decide if we will be a good fit to work together. Don't think it's a good fit? No worries! Our first meeting is complimentary.
What supplies do I need?
It is highly recommended to have a personal yoga mat for practice. Other props that are recommended to have are 2 yoga blocks, 2-3 yoga blankets, a bolster, and/or yoga strap.
If you don't have these props, don't worry, I can bring props to you if needed, just let me know!
Interested in purchasing props for yourself? Reach out and I would be more than happy to provide prop reccommendations.
Where can I practice?
Practice spaces can vary from client to client. Options include at home sessions, office sessions, or at a yoga studio (additional cost for studio rental). As long as there is space to fit a yoga mat with excess space around it, we can make it work!
I am new to yoga, how can privates help me?
Private yoga is great to develop specific focus on yourself and your goals. As a beginner take the time to establish your practice and the anatomy behind each pose. Start building good habits now so that you can take them with you for the rest of your life. Private yoga is also a great way to ease yourself into a practice and avoid any stress around joining a big yoga studio. We can work together to build your confidence and have you standing at the front of the room in no time!
I have been practicing yoga for a while, how can privates help me progress?
If you have been practicing yoga for a while privates are a great way to work on refining poses and your practice. Learn how to place further emphasis on breathing practices and meditation, and discuss what it takes to go beyond accessing our physical body. Interested in learning to balance and invert like a pro? Privates are also a great way to safely explore advanced poses at your own pace.
How much do I have to commit to?
The recommended commitment is for 6 sessions. Sometimes it can take time to see results, break old habits, and establish new ones. Working together for 6 sessions (roughly 2 months if meeting once a week) will give you plenty of time to implement the skills we discuss in working together, and feel confident in the new habits you are learning.
I have a child with anxiety, ADD/ADHD, or depression, how can private yoga help?
Yoga is an excellent way to learn how to cope and develop skills to lessen symptoms of ADD/ADHD, anxiety, or depression. Learning skills such as breathing practices helps us calm our mind and trigger our parasympathetic nervous system (the system of our body that allows for us to "rest and digest").
Interested in knowing more? Take a look at one of these articles: Yoga's Effects on ADHD Yoga's Effects on Depression
What makes you qualified to teach private yoga?
I have several certifications including my 200 hour Haha Yoga certification, 300 hour certification with emphasis on meditation, advanced practices, and pranayama, 26 hour Meditation, Mindfulness, and Yoga Nidra certification, and 26 hour Restorative and Yin Yoga certification. I have years of teaching experience in studios and with privates. Additionally, I have trained my whole life as a dancer and graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance. I also have a passion for kickboxing and personal fitness.
Can private yoga help me if I have a disability?
Yes absolutely! Yoga is a very versatile discipline and can be tailored to each person's needs. We can modify using props and chairs to meet the ability of the practitioner.
If you would like more information on how accommodations can be made read this article: 7 Ways to Accommodate Your Practice
I would like to try private yoga, but I don't know if I can afford it?
I would be more than willing to work with you on a payment plan. I also offer student and veteran discounts. Feel free to reach out with any inquiries or to have a conversation around pricing.
Can I gift sessions to a family member or friend?
Yes! Private yoga sessions make a great gift for any holiday, event, or birthday! I offer several options about pricing and packages on my Gifting page. In essence you can purchase a set of sessions under the person's name, and the person who was given the gift can reach out to schedule their sessions. Make sure to check back regularly or reach out for seasonal gifting specials!
What is your Covid-19 mask policy?
I am willing to accommodate whatever your preference on wearing a mask is. However, if we are meeting in a public space such as coffee shop, yoga studio, or place of work following safety protocol and sanitary guidelines is requested.