General notes for the practice

New to Bikram Yoga? Is this your first class at one of our Paris studios?
Don’t worry! just follow these tips.

• Please arrive at least 20 minutes before the class starts.
• Don’t be late! A Bikram Yoga class lasts 90 minutes and is designed to be practised in full, from beginning to end.
• It is best to practise on a light stomach. We recommend allowing around 2 hours for digestion before class.
• Wear light, comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. It gets hot — very hot!
• Drink plenty of water before and after class. Bottled water is also available to purchase at the studio.
• You must practise on a yoga mat with a thick terry towel. Microfibre towels and sarongs are not suitable. Mats and towels are available to buy or rent at the studio.
• You don’t need to be flexible to practise yoga — yoga will help you become more flexible!
• Classes last 90 minutes.
• If you are undergoing medical treatment, have an injury, or are pregnant, please inform the teacher before the class begins.
• Please avoid wearing strong perfume or fragrance.
• Dress as lightly as possible — the temperature is tropical!
• Be prepared to sweat — this is hot yoga!

• No shoes, flip-flops or bags are allowed in the yoga room. Please use the lockers provided. You only need your mat, towel and bottle of water.
• Please remain silent in the yoga room and the surrounding areas.
• Stay focused and let the teacher guide you. Everyone practises the same series of 26 postures at their own pace and according to their own level.
• You can start drinking water after the first 30 minutes of class. We strongly recommend arriving well hydrated.

• Well done — you can be proud of yourself!
• Take a shower in our changing rooms.
• Drink plenty of water and eat well.
• Practising three times a week is ideal to experience the full benefits of Bikram Yoga.