Moksha Yoga Lincoln

Yoga classes in community spaces are often quaint and unfancy; through our use of them they become a place with a sense of identity; co-created by our classes and the people who attend lessons.
These weekly classes often contain familiar faces- you might even be one of them, and a sense of routine and regularity builds around the practice of coming to yoga and the hour we spend together on the mat.
We practice in churches, community centres, and dusty corners of the area you live in/near to- yoga can happen and be transformative in the most ordinary and bland of spaces; we just need the hour together and that can happen, its simple and oddly empowering.

Yoga can seem a complex topic. A yoga class can seem like an approachable first step in trying something new for yourself. What drew you to yoga? Why didn’t you pick pilates? I always wonder this. The seeker wants to find something, and I think thats why people come to yoga classes so I hope you uncover what you are looking for.

Starting out
Theres a structure to the classes which begins when you book in for the first time, I’ll reach out with an email and you will to fill out a registration form and health questionnaire, I will also send instructions on how to find the class for your first session.

I often share philosophy from Classical yoga and Tantra, I’m very grounded and traditional in my approach. After 3 years of teaching here I’m aware of a few things now in how I do operate successful yoga classes in the community. I’m aware it takes all of you to make the classes happen on time and in a way that serves us all; you are apart of something when you come to class, so, this guide is about bringing you onboard. I’m being clear here because I don’t police this when I teach, please read these guidelines so you get an idea of it all beforehand.

Time

The classes begin on time and end on time, students must arrive well before the class start time- please arrive no later than 5 minutes prior to class.

Your nervous system is able to settle into a slower pace in those 5 minutes. I lock doors now 5 minutes before the class begins, this gives us time to settle, giving a brief overview of the class and begin on time. For Yogic philosophy related to this rule please see; Tapas & Asteya.

Phones & Smart watches

It goes without saying these are not only muted but not on a mode that vibrates. If you need to take a call during class please don’t come to class, I think I’m one of the stricter practitioners about this rule; I never tell anyone off in class- the rules are expressed here as no one will be reprimanded in a class- please consider your behaviour before you come and plan ahead.

For the philosophy research; Pratyahara, Dharana and Ahimsa

Transference & relationships

I hope you feel comfortable with the instruction- I do ask ahead of time if you are comfortable with hands on assistance.

I’m not trained in counselling or psychotherapy, so theres a real limit to what I can help you with. A lot of what I do share in the classes, via yoga, is useful for emotional regulation, self management, resilience, and self soothing; these are the skills I can share with you on the mat in class, but I cannot do anything else outside of that.
There is sadly no offer of outside friendship, or relationship outside the teacher-student structure. This is 100% for the protection of both parties, I do not enter friendships with my students. See; Karma, Ahimsa, Aparigraha, Svadhyaya Santosha

Clothing

Please be comfortable, I wear leggings often so people can see the angle of my legs and knees and when muscles are active or passive, but for the most part at home I practice in soft clothing- loose and easy, a bit like pyjamas.
I also recommend and would prefer it if you dont wear very strong perfume/lots of it, many students have asthma, and other lung issues. Its just best to avoid this in group classes.

Manners & etiquette

Help the participants in yoga classes by contributing to a place of safety; please be respectful of your fellow students; please refrain from using language that is offensive. You will be practicing alongside humans of a different age, sex, orientation, and gender to you, and likely from a different country of origin and/or religion, we’re all equal in this yoga community on and off the mat and respect is the only way. Please enter and leave the space quietly. Lastly, please avoid rushing in and out of the space. Let’s slow down and create a calm space together. See; Brahmacharya, Svadhyaya, Saucha

Equipment

Bring your own mat if you have one, let the know if you need one from me and I’ll provide this. I provide the blocks and straps for class but you are welcome to bring your own. You can also bring a towel or blanket if you need to. Bring your own water to class especially when it’s warm. Please help pack away your blocks and straps at the end of class.