Group classes
What happens in a class?
Classes start with some gentle warm ups, followed by sequences of movements that are designed to release most of the tension in your body. We then move on to specific body stretches to prepare for the poses that we will explore during the class. After the poses, we will either do some breath work or move directly to the relaxation.
Do I have to be flexible to start your yoga classes?
No, you don’t have to be flexible to enjoy my classes. I teach everything in stages so that everybody can find a level that suits them. I encourage everybody to listen to the body and breath during the classes and to only move in a way that is comfortable for them.
I have never done yoga. Am I too old to star?
No, you are never too old to start yoga. The classes are accessible to all ages and you are encouraged to move in a way that is comfortable for you. My classes are very diverse in ages and abilities and are designed to ensure that everybody can achieve the poses and sequences in a way that works for them.
Do I need a yoga mat?
I have plenty of yoga mats that you can use, but you can bring your own yoga mat if you prefer.
What do I need to bring?
A cushion and blanket to make yourself comfortable for the relaxation and a bottle of water. If you like, you can also b
ring your own yoga mat and a bolster to use for the relaxation.
What should I wear?
Leggings or jogging bottoms with a comfortable top are perfect. Your body temperature will go down when you lay down for the relaxation so make sure that you have an extra layer or a blanket if you want to be really comfortable.
How’s the parking?
The Rhodes Minnis Village Hall and the St Mary’s Community Centre have plenty of parking spaces on site.
For the classes at the private studio, there is spaces available on the roads near the studio.
Do I need to book?
Group sessions can be booked by email or over the phone.
Classes in Ashford are £7/class when booking a block of 4 consecutive classes. Drop-in spaces are occasionally available at £9/class. If booking for a block of classes, payment is required before the first class takes place.
Classes in Rhodes Minnis are £9/class when booking for the term. Drop-in spaces are occasionally available at £12/class. If booking for a block of classes, payment is required before the first class takes place.
Private classes
Do you do private classes?
I do run private classes. If you are interested and would like to find out more, please contact me on 07977 503897 or michele.patart@gmail.com.
Where do you run the private classes?
I run the private classes directly from my client’s house, in the area around Ashford, Kent. I also have a home studio that I can occasionally use for private classes.
How do I book private classes and how much do they cost?
Private sessions can be booked by email or over the phone, but the session will only be booked and confirmed once I have received payment. Private sessions start at £60/class.
Payments can be made by bank transfers.
I operate a 24-hour cancellation policy by which, if less than 24 hours’ notice is given, I will charge you the full agreed price for that session.
Do I need to commit to a series of classes?
It all depends what you want to achieve. During the initial discussion, we can assess what you would like to get out of your yoga classes and what is the best way to achieve it in terms of frequency of classes and number of classes required.
Family classes
Do I need to book for the family classes?
Yes, you need to book family classes as I need to ensure that I bring the required number of props for the classes.
What is a family class?
A family class is a yoga class that parents and children can do together. The classes are 45 minutes long and include a warm up, some yoga poses and yoga games, breathing practice and a relaxation. These classes are ideal for families with children aged 4-12.
Do I need to have done yoga before to come to your family class?
No yoga experience is required for the family classes. As with my other classes, I encourage everybody to move in a way that is comfortable to them.
How often do you run your family classes?
Family classes are run 1/month at the St Mary’s Community Centre in Ashford. The dates of the classes appear on my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/treelightyoga/
Workshops
I have never done yoga before. Can I still come to your workshops?
Absolutely. As with all my classes, I ensure that the workshops are designed in a way that is accessible to everybody., regardless of age or ability. The workshops are run in a very relaxed way and you are encouraged to listen to your body throughout and to take breaks or slow down if you feel like it.
How can I find details of the upcoming workshops?
The workshops are advertised on my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/treelightyoga/.
Alternatively, you can sign up to my newsletter in which I give details of any new classes and workshops. The sign up form is in the menu at the top of this page.
What do I need to bring?
A cushion and blanket to make yourself comfortable for the relaxation and a bottle of water. If you like, you can also bring your own yoga mat and a bolster to use for the relaxation.
Do I need a yoga mat?
I have plenty of yoga mats that you can use, but you can bring your own yoga mat if you prefer.
What should I wear?
Leggings or jogging bottoms with a comfortable top are perfect. Your body temperature will go down when you lay down for the relaxation so make sure that you have an extra layer or a blanket if you want to be really comfortable.
Do I need to book?
Workshops have to be booked by email or over the phone, but your place will only be booked and confirmed once I have received payment of the deposit.
Payment of the deposit is required to reserve your space and can be done by bank transfer. The remainder of the fee will need to be paid before the day of the workshop, also by bank transfer.
I operate a 72-hour cancellation policy for the workshops. If less than 72 hours’ notice is given, your deposit will not be refunded. The 72 hours will be calculated from the scheduled start time of the workshop.
Online Yoga
What equipment do I need?
All you need to access the yoga class is either a mobile phone, tablet or computer (laptop ideally). The live classes are run via a video conferencing platform called Zoom. On the day of the class, you will receive an email with a link to join the session.
Are the classes interactive?
They are. During the classes, I can see you and you can see me. We can also hear each other and communicate during the classes.
Are the Facebook groups private?
The Facebook groups are restricted to my clients who have paid for an online packages.
What kind of extras can I expect?
The extras will take the form of short sequences, relaxations, meditations and breathing techniques. From past experience, when I first started practising yoga, I found that the impact – both physical and emotional – was improved when I could practise regulary. These shorter extras are designed for you to have smaller chunks of yoga that you might be able to do more regularly than a full 60-90 min class.
The extras will be progressively added to the Facebook groups.
Will the recordings and the extras be available all the time?
They will be. The recordings of the classes on the Facebook group and any extras will remain available on the group for you to dip in and out when you like.
How do I register?
In order to register for any of the online packages, you need to contact me directly by email so that I can send you a registration form. Payment will need to made by the first day of every month.
Will my monthly subscription carry on after the first month?
Your subscription will carry on month on month, providing that the registration fee is paid no later than the first day of the new month. I suggest you set up a standing order to this effect.
Can I cancel at any time?
Yes, you can. Simply let me know by email that you are no longer interested.