YOGA POLICIES + ETIQUETTE

All of us at Sage Healing Collective  would like to extend our appreciation to our yoga community for your commitment to enhancing your life through yoga, movement & mindfulness.  In order to maintain harmony and to preserve the environment, we present the following policies:

Yoga Etiquette

  • Class/Workshop registration with a valid credit card  is required. This card will not be charged until the day of class. Alternate payments may be used in lieu of charging the card.

  • Please fill out emailed intake forms prior to class, if warranted.

  • Please arrive 10 minutes prior to class to check-in and set up your mat and props.

  • Turn off cell phones, electronics and watch-alarms when you arrive at the studio. NO CELL PHONES IN THE STUDIO PRACTICE SPACE!

  • If you arrive before the previous class has finished, please observe silence.

  • As you settle on your mat before class, please maintain the peaceful atmosphere with silence or talk quietly.

  • Please remove your coat and shoes in the hallway outside of the studio.

  • Inform the teacher before class if you are pregnant, or have any injuries or health concerns that may require special attention.

  • Inform the teacher if you would rather not receive 'hands on' adjustments.

  • Students are expected to stay though the end of class and savasana - leaving early disrupts the flow and is distracting, disruptive, and disrespectful of the experience cultivated by the teacher and other students in class. Leaving and returning to use the bathroom is of course permitted.

  • Practice at your own level; if you need a rest you always have the option of child's pose. If some of the poses are too challenging or if something doesn't feel right, rest or take a more basic variation of a pose.

  • Photos/videos are not allowed during class without permission.

  • Please respect others by maintaining proper hygiene and modesty, and refrain from wearing heavy fragrance to class.

  • Sage reserves the right to refuse admittance to anyone who is disturbing the peace and serenity of other students or staff, who practices in an unsafe manner, or who fails to follow the teacher's instructions.

How to prepare for class

  • Dress in comfortable/movable clothing. Layering is best. You can remove layers as you warm up or put on layers for warmth. 

  • Gloves and socks are optional, but not necessary or encouraged. 

  • Hydrate before, during and after class. Please bring your own enclosed water bottle

  • Best not to eat within an hour of class. Bring a light snack if needed. 

  • You are welcome to bring your own mat and props, however all props are provided. 

  • All levels are welcome. Classes are tailored to experience levels and modifications will be given as needed.

Aerial Silk Etiquette

  • Dress comfortably in clothes with NO SNAPS, VELCRO or ZIPPERS that could snag the silks. 

  • NO EXPOSED JEWELRY that could snag the silks.

  • NO HAIR ACCESSORIES with edges that could snag the silks. 

  • You may want to wear more form fitting attire that will not lift when moving into potential inverted postures.

  • Please wear tops that cover your armpits and bottoms that cover to at least your knees

Kid/Teen Yoga Etiquette

  • Please do not drop off children more than 10 minutes early to the start of class. And children must be picked up promptly at the end of class

  • Please remind your children to use quiet voices and walk softly before, during and after class.

  • It is encouraged that kids bring their own enclosed water bottles.

Class Cancellation by instructor

There is a 3 student registration minimum 5 hours before the class. The instructor may cancel the class/workshop for low enrollment.

It is at the instructor’s discretion to cancel classes/workshops due to inclement weather. 

No Refunds on Packages

Sage does not offer refunds on missed classes or expired package plans. Please note the expiration of your packages. Packages may not be suspended or extended, and they cannot be shared or transferred to another person. Subject to cancellation policy, see below.

Canceling due to inclement weather or illness

Students will not be charged if they feel unsafe driving in inclement weather or if they feel ill, however as a courtesy please give adequate notice (see cancellation policy below). Canceling within 2 hours due to illness or weather will result in full charge of class cost. No shows without calling are also  subject to the full charge.

Payment

Sage accepts cash and credit cards (visa/mastercard). Payment is due upon arrival to class/workshop. A valid credit card is required to reserve appointments.

Cancellation Policy/Terms & Agreements

Classes/Workshops/Circles/Special Events: Please give 12-hours notice if you cannot attend class. Late cancellations are subject to 100% charge of class/workshop cost. Missed classes without notice are subject to the full cost of the class/workshop. Please call Sage  or contact the instructor directly to cancel. 

Special Events: Special events may require 24-hour cancellation notice due to supply cost and preparations. Please see the class description for special cancellation requirements.

Private, Semi-Private and Parties: If cancellation occurs within 24 hours of the private class, the full cost of the session will be charged, if canceling within 48 hours of the private class, then 50% of the class will be charged. No-shows will be charged the full fee. Please contact Sage or the instructor to cancel or re-schedule.

 Studio Mats/Props

You are welcome to bring your own mats & props. However, students are welcome to use our studio mats and props at no charge. Students are responsible to wipe down, sanitize and return mats to the storage area.

Children

Children ages 6+ are welcome to attend our kids yoga classes (and our other kids programs!). See above for drop off/pick-up policy. They must participate in class and may not bring distracting items such as video games or color books inside the studio. Note to Parents: Students under 18 MUST have a signed parental/guardian waiver on file. Intake forms are emailed or can be filled out at Sage.

Children are not allowed to stay in the lobby while their parents attend class. 

Photos/Videos

Photos/Videos should not be taken during class without permission of the instructor or of other students.