Joining Yoga Classes

JOINING YOGA CLASSES AT SAVY STUDIO

Please read the details about yoga classes, SAVY International Policy Statement, Routine Instructions and Safety Tips and fill up Registration and Waiver Form   here.

Joining Yoga Classes

Joining Yoga Classes

 

FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: What kind of yoga do you offer?

We teach traditional Ashtanga Yoga. We offer multiple variety of classes, which are suitable for beginners, intermediate, and advanced students, and even those still-considering:

  • Yoga4Less Program: Low-cost beginners’ level classes in traditional Yoga.
  • Basic Yoga Program: Includes more specialized Yoga classes which provide you with the correct foundation and more variety – suitable for all.
  • Foundation, Intermediate and Advanced Yoga Classes, for a more systematic approach, for serious students of Yoga
  • Master Classes/ Continuing Education Classes for Yoga Teachers or those aspiring to understand Yoga more deeply
  • Specialty Classes
  • Workshops
  • Marma Therapy
  • Therapeutic Yoga Classes
  • Breathing Programs
  • Vedic Meditation Programs
  • Ayurveda Consultation
  • And more….

You may start with Yoga4Less Program, which offers low-cost beginners’ level classes in traditional Yoga. You may, then, continue with our Base Yoga program which introduces and further clarifies basics of authentic Yoga to a beginner as well as an advanced student of Yoga. It lays down a solid foundation for your present and future Yoga practice. We explore basic Yoga postures, some basic breathing patterns, mudras, and  more in this program. 

To stay safe in a Yoga class, learning basics first is important. Yoga Fundamentals Workshop is a good start as it makes the basics clear. Please check the page for details and to sign up at your earliest convenience. We strongly recommend starting your Yoga journey at SAVY with this workshop.

We urge Yoga enthusiasts to join Foundation Yoga classes for a more in-depth learning of Yoga and then Intermediate and Advanced Yoga classes may follow.

We’ve kept the routines of Yoga4Less classes simple and easy to follow. Under our Base Yoga Program, we offer a variety of routines:

Please check out our class descriptions to find the best class for you. 

Q: Do you offer ‘hot yoga’?

No, we do not offer hot yoga. Our studio is at a cozy room temperature so that you are comfortable while practicing, but it is not considered ‘hot’. In many of our classes, however, you are still likely to work up a sweat!

Q: What is your minimum age limit?

The minimum age limit to attend our regular classes is 11 when accompanied by an adult, or 13 if unaccompanied. For minors, we do require the signature of the parent/guardian on our waiver form before the first class. 

Q: What is your maximum age limit?

There is no maximum age limit.

Q: How does the cost of Yoga Classes work? What if I can’t commit to monthly memberships?

A: Because of its immense health benefits, we want to make authentic, traditional SAVY Yoga accessible to everyone; so, please join us with whichever price bracket works for you. We offer the most flexible price structure in London ON!

To join Basic Yoga program, there are many options:

Without Commitment: 

      • Yoga Class Cards. You may join Yoga4Less or Base Yoga program with Yoga Class Card. No commitment is required. Also, you may purchase class cards for your family and friends too.
      • Family Yoga. We are committed to supporting families for yoga. Enjoy some family time on the mat! Classes are children-friendly and children 5 to 12 years of age are welcome with their parents. You’ll need a SAVY Class Card for these classes, but your family members won’t. Please have them fill up Registration Form and pre-book your spots.
      • Yoga for Friends. What is life without a good friend! We acknowledge the role friends can play in one’s life. When life gets busy, it’s easy to skip the all-important Yoga class because you think you don’t have the time. But knowing you’ve got someone waiting at the studio can keep you accountable for your own practice. Also, you both subconsciously feel the energy of each other’s support. You’ll need a SAVY Class Card for these classes. Please have them fill up Registration Form and pre-book your spots. 
      • Community Yoga. We offer donation-based Community Yoga Classes to make Yoga accessible to all, and to contribute to the community. Donation is a sacred act of giving to the community. There is a suggested donation of $5 a class, but you are free to donate any amount more or less than that – if you are not in a position to donate $5 per class, contribute what you can. Donations go in a box and we do not keep track of individual donations. Proceeds will be donated to charities.

Please book your spot in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

With Minimum One-Year Commitment:

Yoga4Less Year Card

We offer low-cost Yoga4Less Year Card with one year commitment. You will be charged a monthly installment for Yoga classes at a very economical price. 

You can purchase extra Yoga classes at a discount. 

You can attend any of the Yoga4Less classes in the schedule.

 

SAVY Yoga Flexi-Card.

We offer very economical SAVY Yoga Flexi-Card with one year commitment. You will be charged a monthly installment for Yoga classes at a very economical price.

You can purchase extra Yoga classes at a discount. 

You can attend any of the Yoga4Less or Base Yoga classes or the Community Yoga class in the schedule.

We are powered by your love and generosity. We believe that one gets out what one puts in energetically.

Some of our classes can be availed in exchange for Karma Yoga (volunteer work, subject to availability). Please contact for details.

CHECK SPECIAL OFFERS ON YOGA CLASSES HERE*

Q: I want to join Yoga classes but find it hard to afford Yoga classes. Can I get any help from you?

A: SAVY provides financial assistance for Yoga to the financially disadvantaged on request. You need Yoga the most when you are combating a stressful situation. We want you to maintain as well as improve your health. Let’s know. 

We readily provide assistance to the following categories:

  • Mature adults, viz., 50+, Part-time Personnel, Retired Personnel and Seniors
  • Seniors (60+)
  • Single parents
  • Students (with an active Student ID)
  • Native Indians
  • War Veterans
  • Police Retirees
  • Unemployed
  • Any other person going through an adverse financial situation

We offer various cost reduction instruments: there are three ways you can join SAVY Yoga Classes even if you have financial constraints:

  • If you can join regular Yoga classes with a committed payment schedule, we can compensate up to 20% of the cost of SAVY Yoga4Less Year Card in exchange for volunteer work.
  • If you cannot commit to a payment schedule, we can compensate up to 20% of the cost of SAVY Yoga4Less Class Card in exchange for volunteer work.
  • If your financial situation does not allow you to commit to a regular payment schedule, you are most welcome to come to our periodic Community Yoga classes. You are free to donate any amount you can. Proceeds of Community Yoga Classes are donated to local charities.

Q: Are your teachers qualified?

A: We have the most qualified and experienced team of Yoga Teachers, Wellness Experts, Yoga Therapists and Ayurvedic Practitioners in Canada. We are also proud to have one of the most qualified faculty of International Yoga teachers! All our teachers were trained in India as well as in Canada, and are registered at E-RYT 500 level with Yoga Alliance, USA, the biggest registry of Yoga Teachers in the world. All our teachers are also registered at E-RTY 2500 level with Worldwide Yoga Alliance, Canada. 

President and Director of Teaching, Dr Jitender K Sahdev is a qualified Physician in Modern Medicine in India, an international Wellness Expert, Yoga Therapist and Yoga Teacher and an acclaimed proponent of Ayurveda. A very successful Surgeon by profession from India, he has done very rewarding and consequential work in Modern Medicine, Yoga, Yoga Therapy, Ayurveda, and other Alternative treatment modalities in India and has a very rich and invaluable wealth of experience in these fields. He trained under the doyens of Yoga in India for almost four decades. He is one of the most qualified and experienced Yoga Wellness Experts in the world! 

Please click here to read the credentials of our Yoga Teachers.

Q: I have never done yoga before. What level of students do you teach?

A: Please ask for guidance. We offer classes for the absolute beginners to the most advanced yoga students. We offer classes and workshops including Gentle Yoga, Sukshma(Subtle) Yoga, Seniors’ Yoga, 50+ Yoga, Chair Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Hatha Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Inferno Yoga, Strengthener Yoga, Surya Namskar, Self-Marma Massage, Pre-natal Yoga, Children’s Yoga. We offer regular workshops for Fundamentals of Yoga, Surya Namskar, Meditation, Yoga for Face, Yoga for Heart, Stress and Stroke, Yoga for Fibromyalgia, and many other topics in Yoga Therapy.

Also, we are an RYS 200 and RYS 300 Yoga School registered with Yoga Alliance, USA. We are an RSY 200 and RSY 300 Yoga School registered with Worldwide Yoga Alliance, Canada and train teachers up to 2500 Hours level. We have the highest designations for Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda also. We train Yoga Teachers, Yoga Therapists, Ayurvedic Practitioners up to the highest rank! Many of our trained yoga teachers are working in different countries now.

At SAVY, even sky is not the limit to learning!

Q: Do I have to register or sign up for classes online?

A: You are welcome to drop in to any of our Hatha or Vinyasa Basic Yoga classes at any time, but we prefer that you pre-register to avoid any inconvenience or surprises – classes get cancelled or changed very occasionally. You can email/ text or call us.

If the class you are interested in attending is not a routinely offered Basic Yoga class, then you must sign up before attending.

Q: What happens if a class is full?

A: We run classes on a ‘first come, first serve’ basis. To avoid inconvenience, we recommend pre-booking a class and arriving about 10 minutes prior to class. 

Q: Can I arrive late or leave early?

A: Our front doors might be locked at the beginning of each class; therefore, in order to attend, please make sure you are early. We also ask that you stay for the entire length of the class unless there is an emergency.

Q: What forms of payment do you accept?

A: We accept cash, email transfers, debit, Visa and MasterCard. You can make purchases at the studio or online through our website.

Q: I am not flexible, can I still do yoga?

A: Yes! Yoga is great for every kind of body! You will find that with a consistent and long-term yoga practice you will gain flexibility as well as strength and balance in both the body and mind. Be sure to approach the practice with patience and care.

Q: Which class should I take?

A: We offer the most effective and the safest Yoga routines. Yoga benefits most when done regularly. There are many paths for the journey. You should start with Basic Yoga classes, if you are brand new at SAVY. Start with a Gentle Yoga class. We also have many classes suitable for 50+ people. If you are athletic and have previous yoga experience, the Vinyasa class is a good place to start; be prepared to sweat. Hatha Yoga classes are more intense. Surya Namaskar routine includes one hour of Sun Salutations and is an intense class. Inferno Yoga is fit for intermediate level of experience where you feel the heat even in the absence of any external heating. Check out different classes and find the one best suited for you. We can help you along the way. We offer Pranayama, meditation and more advanced classes too. We also offer Yoga Wellness programs for practically every disease.

Q: Are there any safety tips for Yoga classes I should observe?

A: Please check Routine Instructions and Safety Tips here. Also, you can check the SAVY International Policy Statement on the same page. (Please scroll down to the end of the page)

Q: Is parking space available?

A: Our Wortley Village- Old South London Yoga Studio has plenty of free parking available.

Q: Is the Studio wheel-chair accessible?

A: Our Wortley Village- Old South London Yoga Studio is wheel-chair accessible through the elevator. It has wheel-chair accessible public washrooms also.

Q: What should I wear for the class?

A: You should wear loose, comfortable, breathable attire, which allows free movement of the body. You can bring your own cushion.

Q: Can I eat or drink before the class?

A: Please come on an empty stomach. Please do not eat 3 hours prior to class and do not drink at least 30 minutes before the class.

Q: Is it mandatory to pre-register for the class?

A: To avoid any surprises and inconvenience, please pre-register at least one day before the class. 

Q: Do you have mats for rent?

A: Yes. You can rent a mat for a minimal fee. We do ask that you consider purchasing a mat of your own. It’s great when you can own your own magic carpet. We have new mats for sale at the most reasonable prices. It is also wise to bring your own towel.

Q: Do you have beverages available?

A: Yes. We have water bottles, but we do encourage you to bring your own reusable metal water bottle to avoid plastic and save money.

Q: When should I arrive for class?

A: Please arrive for your class well in time. Evening classes tend to fill up fast so consider an even longer buffer if your class is after 5pm.

Q: Can my child take yoga?

A: We offer Family Yoga and separate Children’s Yoga classes. If you want to bring your child to regular classes, please talk to us.

Q: Can I do yoga if I’m pregnant or menstruating? Can I do yoga if I have an injury?

A: Everyone’s body is different. There are many different views on pregnancy or menstruation. The best person to ask is your physician. You should always have a thumbs up on exercise from your doctor. We look forward to helping people of all ages, sizes and genders.

We offer special Pre-Natal Yoga classes also.

New to SAVY Studio? 

Experiencing a yoga class for the first time or the hundredth time should be enjoyable, stress-free and should include considerate behavior to all other students in the class and teacher. For everyone’s convenience, please observe the following:

  • Please arrive in time. By arriving late, you miss the initial centering and warming up part of the class and it can disturb others.
  • Please turn off mobile phone and pager. Or better still, leave anything that makes noise in your vehicle. It is distracting to hear the beep, ring or vibration of a cell phone in the middle of yoga class.
  • Please remove shoes before coming in. Since we walk around barefoot, it is most hygienic if everyone takes off their shoes first thing.
  • If you must leave class early, please do so without disturbing or talking.
  • Avoid perfumes and lotions. Some students might have allergies and sensitivities.
  • Speak in hushed tones before and after class. Yoga is a time of inviting stillness, so please respect others by keeping silent as soon as you enter class.
  • Wear clothing which allows full range of body movement.
  • If need be, use the rest-room prior to class.
  • Come in with an open mind and an open heart. It allows us to become present and may help you become more aware, compassionate, healthier or skillful.
  • Yoga is non-competitive. Stay within your limits, relax and have fun!
  • If you have a question or something hurts, please speak up. Please ask the instructor if you are confused. Most likely, someone else is too!
  • Set up your space mindfully. Unroll your mat quietly.
  • Avoid eating anything but a light snack within three hours prior to class.

Please contact us.

If it is your first time with us, we strongly recommend that you should start with Basic Yoga classes.

Get a group of at least 5 people and start a class when it is convenient for everyone.  Receive a saving of 10%.

We also rent studio space if you would like to run your own classes, workshops or special events.  Please inquire regarding availability and pricing.

SAVY International Policy Statement


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