Bikram Etiquette

Before Class

  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before class begins. Once the teacher enters the yoga room and class begins, you will not be allowed into the room.
  • First time students should arrive 20 minutes before class begins.
  • Please sign in and print legibly.
  • Turn off cell phones & pagers and leave them in the locker rooms.
  • Honor the silence in the room by setting your yoga mat down or moving quietly.
  • Refrain from talking in the yoga room. Many students use the time before class to quietly meditate and center themselves.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day before coming to class. Hydration is very important.
  • Have clean feet and be perfume free.
  • Ask questions either before or after class, but not during class!

    • During Class

  • Do your very best to stay in the yoga room once class begins. If an emergency requires you to leave, please leave and re—enter between postures.
  • You may bring bottled water into the class with you — the teacher will indicate the points during class when everyone takes their water breaks.
  • Practice stillness between postures.
  • Focus on only yourself in the mirror.
  • Do not talk during class.

    • After Class

  • Observe silence after the final savasana — meditation.
  • Leave the room quietly, respect others.
  • Return the rental mats to the front desk.
  • Enjoy the peace and energy you’ve created for your self, and make up your mind to come back tomorrow!

    • If it was your first class, take your second class within 24 hours. The most important key to your success with Bikram Yoga is establishing a consistent regular practice.