Frequently Asked Questions
Grimsby Yoga and Wellness is committed to providing the highest quality products and services. Please review our frequently asked questions regarding classes at our studio. If you are unable to locate your answer below, please feel free to submit your question using the form located on the right.
You can sign up for class online (or through the mindbody app) or just show up for class. Please arrive at the studio 15 – 20 minutes before class begins. You will be asked to fill out an information sheet and sign a waiver form. You have a choice of paying for just that class, $25 + hst, or (if you are new to our studio) you can take advantage of our introductory promotion and buy a one month unlimited membership for just $45+hst. Unlimited membership and session packages available. All participants must be 18 years of age or older for our drop-in schedule.
You will need water and a yoga mat for all classes. If you are taking a hot class you will also want to bring a face towel (you’re going to sweat!). Don’t have a yoga mat? Mats are available for rent – $2. Hot Yoga Towels (for your mat) available for rent – $3.
A good starting place is a hatha class. In a hatha class poses are held. This gives a beginner an opportunity to learn how to breathe properly, do the poses, and take modifications. No heat is added to a regular hatha class.
The temperature of the room is the same for both classes (100 degrees F). The difference is the style of yoga. HVF is a fast paced class where you flow from one pose to another in difference sequences. These sequences are linked together with vinyasas. Whereas in a hot hatha class you are stepping in and out of the poses and holding each pose, giving the opportunity to fully open up into each pose.
If you already practice yoga on a regular basis then it is completely safe to continue while you are pregnant, however you do need to be more attentive to your body. If you are new to yoga then you should not start a regular yoga class. This is because when you are pregnant your body produces a hormone which allows the body to relax and stretch in preparation for the growing fetus as well as delivery. This hormone makes you more flexible. If you have not practiced yoga before, then you risk over stretching your body which can cause physical problems such as balance issues after you deliver your baby.
If you already practice hot yoga regularly before pregnancy then it is safe to continue. You need to be mindful to not go too deep into your poses and stay well hydrated.
A Reiki practitioner is a conduit of energy. By placing their hands above each chakra the energy flows from the practitioner to wherever it is required.
You relax on a massage table fully clothed, while the practitioner holds their hands either on or above the body. The session lasts generally about an hour depending on the treatment required. As you relax you may feel a warm sensation or tingling in your body. Reiki treats the whole person, including body, mind, emotions and spirit creating benefits that include relaxation and feelings of peace, security and wellbeing.