FAQ’s.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable, stretchy clothing- eg. tracksuit bottoms/ leggings & t shirt & fleece / jumper.
What should I bring?
For all yoga sessions; bring a yoga mat, hand towel, bottle of water.
For Yin Yoga- a yoga block or 2 if you have them and a bolster.
For Restorative Yoga, 2 yoga blocks , a yoga bolster and 3 blankets for support and comfort. Yes- you actually need 3 blankets.
Yoga mats will not be supplied at events. Other Yoga props can be supplied at events for clients but for your complete safety and ease of mind it is recommended that you bring your own. If you don’t have your own yoga bolster and would like to borrow one from the studio – please bring 2 x pillow cases to cover it. If you need a yoga mat I have limited stock to purchase.
New to all of this?
Most events are suitable for beginners as well as those with a regular practice. Everyone just works to their own level with different options available.
Looking for a slow, mindful practice that can improve your flexibility, mobility and stability? Try Yin Yoga Events
Looking to completely relax and unwind? Try Restorative Yoga Events
Looking to get away from it all for a day or two? Try Retreat Events
Curious about Sound Healing and need to relax? Try Sound Healing Events
Class Etiquette
Be respectful of your own time and to other clients who have shown up for the session.
Arrive 15 mins before sessions start. This allows you time to go to the toilet, register, set up your mat and props and to inform me of anything about your health (illness/ injury relevant to the class) before we start. This ensures all sessions start on time.
Once the session has started those who are late will not be admitted, (see below).
All classes are a shoe free zone. Shoes should be taken off at the entrance and not worn in the studio.
Please do not borrow a studio mat or walk around the studio barefoot if you have any contagious foot skin disorder such as; athletes foot, veruccas or other. Wear socks and you can take them off (while only on your own mat) for practice.
Be hydrated before your practice and hydrate afterwards. You are welcome to to drink water during practise. Bring a reusable water bottle with a closing lid to avoid spillages.
All classes are a phone free zone. There are no exceptions here. Phones should be turned off for the duration of the session. Smart watches that allow notifications of any kind should also be removed and silenced.
Be mindful of personal hygiene, turn up clean, in clean fresh, clothes and avoid strong perfumes or body sprays. Wear comfortable clothing that won’t restrict your movement.
No eating in the studio please.
Bring as little as you can in to the studio but you will need all of your own personal equipment at this time – e.g. yoga mat, yoga blocks, eye mask, blankets, bolster etc. Each event is different and advice is given for each one as to what you need. However, if you are unsure of what to bring or not just ask me.
If you are unwell, injured for have a contagious illness please wait until you are better before coming to class. If you have taken any intoxicants please wait until they are completely out of your system before coming to class. If you have a condition that you need to manage – please do everything you need to maintain your health balance before class.
Covid 19 Update:
Every effort will be made at events, however If you have chosen to not get the vaccine – I respect your decision but must inform you that indoors with other people does carry a far greater risk of transmission of this virus. That is why the current guidelines are in operation.
Covid 19 spreads primarily through person to person contact, droplets in the air and contaminated surfaces. This risk is something that you must decide you are willing to take or not. I can not guarantee you full protection from the virus. Please take all the measures that you can to keep yourself safe – that includes following current government guidelines for your own needs.
COVID-19; All of our health and safety is the priority. COVID 19 protocols will be in place to keep all attending safe. All events must be pre booked – the latest bookings taken 24 hours in advance. No walk ins.
Yoga mats will not be supplied at events. Other Yoga props can be supplied but for your complete safety and ease of mind it is recommended that you bring your own. If you need a yoga mat I have limited stock to purchase.
PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND IF:
you have been asked to self isolate by a doctor or quarantine by a local public health official, you are unwell or have a fever, you have tested positive for COVID-19. You can get someone else to attend in your place just let me know in advance.
If you would like to continue to wear a mask – I encourage you to do so. Be mindful of other people’s space. Do not step on other people’s mats. Be conscientious while walking around the studio before and after class. Walk around not over people’s mats.
I realise that everyone is at different phase with restrictions lifting- some people want to hug everyone and some are very nervous. That’s normal. We all need to respect that everyone is different. I want you to feel safe to attend. If you have questions or are worried about anything – don’t keep it to yourself – just ask me. That includes on the day of the event.
This way you can just practice and get what you need on the day.
Be mindful of other people’s space. Do not step on other people’s mats. Be conscientious while walking around the studio before and after class. Walk around not over people’s mats. Keep conversation to a minimum and be quiet. This allows people to be mindful, to contemplate, to prepare for class and to meditate if they wish. This also applies at the end of the session.
For Restorative Yoga sessions; Bring 2 yoga blocks, bolster & 3 blankets for your support during class (not warmth), also an eye mask if you have one. If you don’t have your own yoga bolster and would like to borrow one from the studio – please bring 2 x pillow cases to cover it. If you wear glasses please bring a strong case for them and don’t leave them on the floor!
After class return any borrowed props to their original place, stored in the way that you found them.
Make sure you look around and take all of your belongings with you when you leave. Take a mindful moment to do this, it avoids stress later incase you lose something. I am not responsible for any items lost or stolen.
After practice; stay hydrated, eat healthy foods, monitor your physical, mental and emotional well being for 24hours. Be kind to yourself.
Booking Conditions & Refund policy.
Pre payment for events are required.
This is important – For you: to actually commit to your health and set your intention for your practice. The energetics of this and other actions are decisions that set your journey of intentional living to move in the right direction for you. It means that you are physically, mentally and emotionally turning up for yourself rather than a last minute decision. Make a mindful choice for yourself!
Prebooking is necessary to ensure that you have your space allocated in an event.
Prebooking and pre payment means that at the event there is some time for me to be available for your questions and that we can start on time.
Places are allocated on a first come, first served basis – to ensure your place on a workshop a deposit or full payment is required. Deposits and payments are non refundable and not transferable to another date.
Prebooking is necessary; to ensure that events happen as minimum numbers are required.
A full refund will be issued if a workshop is cancelled. If you can not attend a workshop that you have booked – you can not transfer payment to another date. However you can get somebody else to fill your place but you must let me know in advance.
If you don’t show up, cancel your session -a refund or transfer to another event will not be issued. Places are in demand and other people have been refused entry in order to reserve your place.
You will not be admitted to a class or workshop if you arrive late. This is out of respect for everyone in attendance already focusing on their practice. Late arrival will be considered as a no show for class and you will not be issued with a refund.
On the day of events my focus is on being with clients, teaching and not the admin of events. Therefore late requests to join a class on the day will not be answered. So Please! Book your place early!
Is Sound Healing suitable for everyone?
*There are some people that a Sound Bath is not suitable for and these include: if you’re in the first trimester of pregnancy, if you have a pace maker, metal plates or implants. If you are within 3 months of a major surgery or emotional upheaval in your life. If you’re in doubt about whether it is suitable or not just get in touch.
Company overview
holisticlife was set up in order to help people live a balanced life.
About
Life is difficult- but we are not on our own- even though it feels that way sometimes.
holisticlife hopes to provide a platform for thought, inspiration, motivation and just a little pick me up!
Mission
To facilitate people to question and examine their own lives and get more balance in their life – whatever that means – for them. I’m not here to preach or judge – it’s about each individual journey. I hope to provide a space for self reflection, self compassion and self realisation.
Environment.
I care deeply about the environment. Nature is my refuge, my playground, my space to rejuvinate and my source of solace, calm & inspiration. I conduct my business and my life in a way that is as light on the planet as possible. I believe the action of one person can make a difference. Yes, I print business cards & posters which I reuse – but you won’t see stacks of flyers left for people to take. I simply haven’t printed them. The last thing the planet needs is more flyers. I no longer even take other people’s business cards or flyers, but instead take a photograph on my phone – a lot lighter on the environment and you still have the information you need. I encourage you to do the same – not only with my business cards but everyone else’s too.
Data Protection.
In order for you to to book a workshop, I will need your details to contact you regarding workshop information and upcoming events. Your details are also needed for contact tracing.
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Listen to your body first.
Yoga is a physical activity, as with all physical activity there are risks of injury and some could be potentially serious. As a teacher I can’t tell what you are feeling – yoga postures affect everyone differently. You are in charge of your own body and how much you push yourself, please be mindful in your practice and listen to your body when it is sending you signals. Do not push beyond your limitations & these change every time you practice! Please ensure you are fit and healthy enough to attend – if you are in doubt about whether you are fit or well enough – please see your doctor before booking.
Accessibility and diversity.
At events you will be warmly welcomed.
You will be treated with kindness & respect.
Everyone deserves to be treated equally and with respect. This is a fundamental, core belief of mine.
In terms of accessibility – I must inform you that events taking place at Donabate and Dunshaughlin are on the first floor. There is a flight of stairs to climb to access the room.
Neither of these venues have lifts- so these rooms are not accessible to all. For this I am sorry but I can happily say that events that take place in Leixlip are wheelchair accessible and take place on the ground floor or have lift access.
If you don’t see a date or venue that suits, If you would like to host your own group event or book a personal session – Contact Me and I’ll be in touch! I can come to you! I work in the Dublin and Meath areas but will travel further for events of 2 days or more.
If you have any questions or suggestions about supporting your accessibility or individual needs with feeling safe and secure to practice, or other – please don’t hesitate to get in touch and let’s chat!
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