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| - After months of lollygagging about, I thought it might behoove my buttocks to add some semblance of physical activity back into my life. And thanks to my Passport to Prana (which allows yeh to take a free yoga class at a beefy number of studios across the city), not only could I dive back into Yogz, but I could do it practically for free!
So I made use of my gelatinous digits, jumped on the P2P website and chose destination #1: Kula Yoga. Why? Because it was a mere 11 minute walk away. The exorcism of laziness takes time, you see.
Their website gets immediate points. Easy to navigate, an up-to-date weekly schedule AND you can secure a spot in your favourite class. I chose a 6:30 Basic Flow, put on my rain gear and puddle-splashed my way to Brunswick St.
Inside, ladies were smiling and hugging and cheek-kissing and giggling. This meant either a) the previous class was REALLY GOOD, or b) there is a close-knit sense of community at Kula. I feel like it was a bit of both.
My Passport to Prana was accepted graciously and easily; reception was incredibly friendly. I rented a mat ($2) and made my way to the studio.
The space is a nice size. Candles were glowing all around the room and a wide array of students came to join (quite a few men - one who was maybe 80-years-old!). Since the class was small for its timeslot, the teacher (Josie) was enthusiastic about trying some new things while we focused on the neck. She seemed to know what she was talking about, although "Talk" is a key word here. I don't mind a chatty teach but in case you do, take note. Her style is more like Mother Earth Mama Free Love, rather than Here Are The Poses, You Should Do Them.
The class was nice, a good re-introduction after months of no activity. The one downside was partner posing (for 2 exercises) - which, call me a product of a sterile society, but I like some personal space between me and strangers. I'm not tooootally comfortable with putting my head between your legs as I do a half handstand against the wall, maybe I'm just a prude. But really, whatever. I did the poses, and I live to tell the tale with no trace of embarrassment.
Coles Notes Version: Very friendly, nice space and great class selection. Also nice & close to Sobeys, where they sell Odwalla, which I sometimes crave.
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