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​FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If you're anything like us when we first started practicing yoga you might be feeling a little anxious or nervous about coming in! If you haven't been to a yoga studio before (or you haven't practiced yoga at all) it can all seem pretty intimidating. We want you to feel as comfortable as possible here at Stretch - which is why we've taken the questions we hear most frequently and compiled them into this neat little list. We've also popped some links down the bottom of the page to some blog entries we've written (especially for those newer to the weird and wonderful world of yoga), and if you still have a question that we haven't answered, just give us a call or pop us an email in the contact form below.

1. How do I find Stretch Yoga?


CBD
If you've never been here before,
we are located on Level 2, 129 Margaret St. We're just up from the Albert St corner (the block in between Albert St and George St) and on the side of the road closest to the Botanic Gardens. You'll find Double Maker Coffee directly across the road and Jess Burgers just downstairs. The building is the beautiful heritage listed Watson Brothers building - look for the gorgeous big red door!

Holland Park
From Sunday May 9th 2021 we will be running classes out of our new space at 50 Seville Rd, Holland Park - just next door to Radiance Dance Academy. You'll find us on the corner of Seville Rd and Roscoe St - just look for the beautiful brick building with parallel parks. Plenty of street parking is available within walking distance.

2. What do I wear?

Something comfortable that you can move in. There's no need to go out and spend $120 on a brand new pair of designer yoga shorts or tights, but our hot tip is to do a mirror check first. What's a mirror check? Basically pop your outfit on, turn your back to the mirror and then fold forward and look in between your legs. It's good to check that fabrics aren't see through when they stretch (we've all been caught out on that one!). It's good to check that things don't move and pop out either - maybe jump up and down a few times and give a good shimmy too!  

Yoga is traditionally practiced with bare feet so let those toes be free!


3. What do I need to bring?

Just your lovely self, a yoga mat (if you have one or you can hire for $2), a towel to put over bolsters (and any props that you like to bring if you would prefer to use your own) and an open mind! Most people bring a bottle of water too! It's air-conditioned in the studios so you may want to bring socks and a jumper if you tend to get cold.

4. Does is matter if I can't touch my toes?

Fortunately for you we'll give you 2 weeks to be able to do this before kicking you out (just kidding!). It's absolutely not necessary to be able to touch your toes and super important to remember that yoga isn't about that at all. We want you to be able to work with your body to find how the pose needs to look for you - we'll teach you lots about variations and how to modify poses so that they work to help you become more flexible. No matter how unfit or unflexible you are we would LOVE to have you in our class.

5. I'm pregnant/have an injury or limitation - is that ok?  

Absolutely! Just come a little early so we can have a chat about it first. You only have to do a quick google to find stories about paraplegics still practicing yoga, quadraplegics TEACHING yoga and 93 yr old grandmas who do yoga every morning in their chair - yoga is for EVERY body, and is much more than the physical poses. We'll help you to learn how to make it work best for you.

If you are pregnant and have never practiced yoga before and weren't exercising pre-conception we recommend just checking in with your doctor before commencing. If you're in your first trimester you may want to get clearance from them first, but we can happily recommend some nice gentle class styles and of course there's always our Prenatal Yoga Course which runs multiple intakes across our studios.

6. Do I need to book for classes?

Our classes our busy and we do continue to enforce social distancing so booking means you won't miss out! You can either book via the website, or through the MindBody App. Alternatively, please feel free to give us a call on 07 3210 6886. The earlier you're here the better the chance of securing the best spot (especially if you like being up in the back corner!). Doors open 15 minutes before classes start and if it's your first time make sure you come at least 10 minutes early so we can show you where everything is!

7. Is there parking available for the CBD studio?

Your best bet for street parking is either on Margaret St or Ann St and you can pre-book online with one of the parking garages nearby. For your best deals, try after 4pm and on weekends at First Parking, Wilson, Secure Parking & The Myer Centre.


If you're brand new (or have only tried 1 or 2 classes at a gym or similar) then you might like to read up on some of these blog posts we've made just for you!


What to expect in your very first yoga class 

Things no-one tells us about trying yoga for the first time

If you are looking for information on pricing check out the Stretch Yoga Brisbane Information and Pricing page, for class times see the Stretch Yoga Brisbane City Timetable and Stretch Yoga Holland Park Timetable, or for upcoming Course Dates try the Stretch Yoga Brisbane Course Calendar. We can't wait to meet you soon!
Stretch Yoga Brisbane City  & Stretch Yoga Holland Park
Turrbul and Jagera Country
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We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we come to practice and pay respect to their elders past, present and emerging.

 Level 2, 129 Margaret St, Brisbane, 4000 | 50 Seville Rd, Holland Park 4121 | info@stretchyoga.com.au
 07 3210 6886

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  • ABOUT US
    • MEMBERS PAGE
    • Brand New to Yoga?
    • Physiotherapy
    • Corporate Yoga
    • Hen's Party Yoga
    • Teachers
    • Styles >
      • Deep Stretch (Yin Yoga)
      • Simple Stretch (Hatha Yoga)
      • Flow'N'Deep (VinYin Yoga)
      • Flowing Stretch (Vinyasa Yoga)
      • Gentle Stretch
      • Pilates
      • Our Philosophy
    • Contact Us
    • Membership Benefits
    • FAQs
    • Hire our Studio Space
    • Testimonials
    • Media
    • Community & Charity
    • Blog
  • Pricing
    • Student & Concession Passes
    • Gift Vouchers
  • Studio Class Times
    • Holland Park Timetable
    • CBD Timetable
  • Stretch Online Studio
    • Downloadable Restorative Yoga Series
  • Products
  • COURSES & EVENTS
    • Full Moon Yoga Nidra
    • Hip Hop Fridays Yoga
    • Monthly Mindfulness Workshop
    • Restorative Yoga Workshop
    • Back, Neck & Shoulder Release Workshop
    • Yoga for Anxiety Workshop
    • Hips & Hamstrings - Roll & Release Workshop
    • Pre Natal | Postnatal | Mothers Group >
      • Active Birth Workshop
      • Mothers Group >
        • Mothers Group FAQs
      • Midi & Me Yoga & Sensory (For bubs 6 months +)
      • Mini & Me Mat Pilates (Dads, Mums & Bubs)
      • Mini & Me Yoga (Dads | Mums & Bubs Yoga)
      • Prenatal Yoga Course
      • Prenatal Reformer Pilates
      • Postnatal Reformer Pilates
    • Yoga & Movement for Longevity Course
    • Beginners Yoga Course
    • Curvy Yoga Course
    • Kids Yoga Term
    • Teens Yoga Term
  • STRETCH SOCIAL
    • Yogi Book Club
    • Clothes Swap
  • STRETCH FAMILY (Prenatal | Postnatal | Kids)
    • Mothers Group
    • Kids Yoga
    • Teens Yoga
    • Active Birth
    • Pregnancy Yoga
    • Mini & Me Yoga
    • Mini & Me Pilates
    • Midi & Me Yoga
    • Pregnancy Reformer Pilates
    • Postnatal Reformer Pilates
  • BRISBANE YOGA TEACHERS COMMUNITY