Useful Info & FAQS
We are proud of our Village Yoga Community.
There are a lot of us sweating, breathing, moving in a smallish space. Please take the time to read and implement the following guidelines so our space remains clean and
everyone feels safe & comfortable.
You will also find troubleshooting tips for
SIGNING UP FOR CLASSES
and how to ACCESS your ACCOUNT,
FAQS,
TIPS FOR A GREAT CLASS &
the reasons
WHY one might PRACTICE YOGA!
GENERAL RULES
MAT & TOWEL ARE REQUIRED for class.
We HAVE rentals but prefer if you bring your own!
$2/mat $2/towel
Be responsible for your sweat.
You may need 2-3 towels.
Please clean up the area around your mat after class.
Doors open 15 minutes before class &
close 15 minutes after the class ends.
Please do not enter earlier than 15 minutes before class as we are letting the last class exit & preparing the room.
Please be respectful of this policy - it is an important piece in making things flow in our small space.
We LOCK THE DOOR when class begins.
Give yourself time to park & be on time.
There are NO CELL PHONES or Smart WATCHES allowed in class. For the love of god - UNPLUG for a minute.
There is a filtered water station.
Please bring a water bottle.
There are NO showers.
You may attend only ONE CLASS per day.
A second one can be taken as a walk in if you are not taking a spot from someone who hasn't gotten to practice that day.
There is not enough parking in the lot that we share.
Please give yourself time to PARK on the STREET!
SIGNING UP FOR CLASS
YOU CAN CONNECT TO MindBody Online HERE
We highly recommend downloading Mindbody: Fitness from the APP store!
Find Village Yoga Santa Cruz - make it a favorite - and it is SOOO easy to book & cancel classes!
To ensure your spot you MUST sign up for class online.
If you arrive as a Walk In you may or may not get in to class
(applies especially the 6PMs, Noons, 10AMs F/S/S)
You must CANCEL 1/2 hour before class starts to avoid a FEE.
If you LATE CANCEL within the 1/2 hour, chances are you will not be charged if the class isn't full.
Regardless of when you cancel - YOU MUST CANCEL - this allows us to give your spot away & confirms you were not there.
This will also allow you to sign up for another class that day.
You may sign up for classes 7 days in advance.
There are 10 wait list spots. You will be notified by text.
You MUST opt into TEXT notifications & you MUST CANCEL if you cannot make it.
FAQS
My class pass is not showing up - it is asking me to pay!
This could be because:
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You have already signed up for a class that day (you can only sign up for one class a day with your membership.)
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Your class pack expired.
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Your account is not linked with the MBO app.
How do I link my account with the MindBodyOnline App?
You can manually link your account to your Village Yoga directly through the Mindbody app.
To do this:
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You will need to sign into the Mindbody app using the email address and password used at Village Yoga.
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Select the Profile icon at the bottom right corner of the screen.
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Under the Settings gear, choose to “Resend account confirmation email” at the top.
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Next, you will need to check your email inbox for a verification email and click the enclosed link. After you’ve successfully verified their email they can view and use your passes. 5. Under the “Search for a business” section at the bottom of the app, they will enter the business name and click the Search.
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Select Village Yoga Santa Cruz.
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Enter the email address and password they use with your business, and click on Sign in.
How do I CANCEL a class I’ve signed up for?
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Sign into your MBO account.
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Find MY CLASSES
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Cancel button is on the right.
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How does the WAITLIST work?
If you make it into class from the waitlist, you will get a NOTIFICATION via email or text.
TEXT IS BEST - please opt in for TEXT.
This will happen whenever someone CANCELS - you could receive the notification 7 days to a half hour before class.
You can accept or reject when the notification comes - you need to accept in order to hold your spot.
Where should I park?
Between 11am-7:30pm M-Sat. Village Yoga clients may park only along the fence closest to the building. The other spots belong to Ideal Jewelry & Confia Envia. Best bet is to park on the street. Please do not block driveways!
What happens if I’m late??
We LOCK the doors when class starts. There is usually no grace period. Sorry.
If the class is packed and you had an online sign up - we give your spot away about 2 minutes before class starts. Again, sorry.
Why can’t I ENTER the building earlier than 15 minutes before class?
We have a small space with a LOT of people coming and going.
Our lobby does not accommodate 50 people in it at a time.
We need 15 minutes after class to let the students leave without a jam at the front door.
We need 15 minutes after class to clean and air out the room.
Do NOT enter even when the door is “OPEN” until 15 minutes before the class starts.
Thank you for helping us make smooth transitions and ease for all.
When does the Intro start?
The Intro Special starts on the day you buy it. You then have 30 consecutive days to come in for class.
Do I qualify for an Intro Special?
If you have never been to any Village Yoga location and are a Santa Cruz County Resident then you qualify for our Intro Special.
I have taken one class at Village & missed the INTRO, can I still do it?
Yes, we can extend that to you but it must be done by a teacher at the front desk.
You will not be able to purchase the INTRO online if you have already bought something else previously.
Why do I have to have a towel - why can’t I just use my mat?
We are in a shared space with a lot of people sweating. Everyone needs to be responsible for their sweat. Please be conscious of the sweat left on the floor around you or when you are walking out of the room - use your towel to mop it up.
How many classes a day can I take?
Our MBO system will only allow you to sign up for one class per day. You are welcome to take a second class as a Walk-In if the class is not full.
Our space is limited and it is important to let the people who have not gotten to practice that day have priority. Thank you!
Can I rent a mat and towel?
Yes! We have mats and towels for rent for $2/each.
Are all the classes heated?
All the classes are heated EXCEPT the YIN class on Fridays at 4:30 and the RESTORATIVE class every third Sunday at 6pm.
What temperature is the room?
We set the temp at 100/104 for the 26 classes and 90/95 for the Flow & HIIT classes. The temperature in the room will vary due to the weather outside and the amount of people inside.
Can I share a CLASS PACK with my partner?
Yes, you can share packs of classes with your partner or family.
How do I sign my friend up for class? My account won’t let me sign anyone else in.
You have to create a separate account for your friend (we wish it was easier!).
Then you can log into their account to sign them up for class.
Which class should I take?
Whether you are a beginner or recovering from an injury or illness. We always recommend the HOT 26. The 26 postures & 2 breathing exercises is a beginning class. It moves slowly and does not have any upper body weight bearing. The yoga SLOW FLOW would also be a great place to start.
Are there showers?
There are no showers in our new space.
TIPS FOR A GREAT CLASS
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Listen carefully. Our teachers are there to help you and take care of you. Let the instructions work their way into your body and heart.
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Take a break on your mat if you need to. Please stay in the room to stay acclimated to the heat. Each day is different; sometimes the best thing we can do for our body is to kneel down and take a rest.
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Everyone is at a different level; don't compare yourself. A good tip is to accept where you are at each day without judgement, and let your practice serve you from there.
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Remember to breathe. Work less, breathe more! Your breath is your connection to your nervous system. The more calm and steady you are as you work your way through class, the better you will be able to meet the challenge of the poses, and the better you will feel!
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Do your best to stay in savasana for at least 2 minutes after class, and feel free to stay even longer! Savasana allows your body, heart rate and breath to normalize, and gives you time to assimilate the benefits and gifts of your practice. And it just feels so darned good to lay down and rest, relax and simply be before moving on to the rest of your day.
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Replenish with electrolytes– think coconut water, sea salt, watermelon juice, or an electrolyte supplement. This will help prevent headaches and cramping.
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Take a second class within 1-2 days. This will help you to learn the series, get used to the heat, and maximize your benefits. You will feel amazing!
WHY PRACTICE YOGA?
Yoga is a journey of ever expanding awareness. Through the movement of our body and breath, and further through our meditation practice, we learn how to focus the mind.
Yoga is an ongoing practice that allows us to discover and uncover a deep sense of peace & happiness that lies within us;
our practice is a way to stay connected to the truth of who we are.
Yoga impacts your whole being and it's benefits are far reaching, weaving their way throughout all aspects of your life.
Side effects & blessings of a consistent asana practice include:
an overall sense of well-being for body, mind & spirit
a stronger and more supple body
improved health
deeper awareness of body and breath
a deeper sense of empowerment that arises through the expanding awareness of yourself
a deep cleansing and detoxification that occurs through the stretching and sweating
yoga makes you feel REALLY, REALLY GOOD :)
Yoga is neither a competition, nor a performance. You receive maximum benefit by showing up and doing your best, whatever that may be from moment to moment! Your practice is a way to connect with your body in a reverent, respectful, compassionate and loving way.
Your body is the instrument in which you get to play life! Sooooo, we encourage you to show up consistently to receive the most from your practice.
ALL classes are ALL LEVELS, and beginners are welcome & encouraged.
See you soon!
