1. First time students should arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of their first class to register.  We cannot guarantee entry should students arrive late or close to the start of class.
  2. All classes begin and end on time.  Instructors start each class on time to demonstrate their respect for the practice and they end each practice on time to show respect to their students.  As such, please arrive before the start of class and prepare to stay the entire time.  Latecomers will not be permitted into class.
  3. Please remove your shoes when entering the studio and refrain from wearing heavy perfumes.
  4. No use of cell phones or pagers in the studio.
  5. No food, gum or candy in the teaching rooms.  Water is accepted.
  6. Please do not touch or move any property of Santosha, including the salt lamps and humidifiers in the room.
  7. Only instructors and staff members are permitted in “Staff Only” areas and are the only ones to adjust heating and lights.
  8. Limit your postures to poses and techniques that are being guided by your instructors.  Listen to your body and do not hesitate to go into a resting pose should you require to do so.
  9. Please inform your instructor before class about current health issues or injuries.
  10. Please listen mindfully to your instructors and respect your fellow students.
  11. Treat everyone with respect, care, compassion and non-judgment.
  12. Students are requested to maintain healthy boundaries with our studio, including our instructors, and other students always.  A student must not engage in any verbal or physical behavior of a demeaning, harassing or abusive nature in any professional context.  Any form of harassment will not be tolerated, and student may be barred from the studio without refund should the behavior persist.
  13. Students should not contact the studio or our instructors through email or social media regarding any serious personal issues or histories (e.g., mental health/illness) unrelated to their yoga or meditation practice at our studio.  Should students require additional support regarding their mental health needs, we recommend that you contact your family physician or appropriate health care provider.
  14. Any student under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and require their signature upon sign up
  15. All packages and memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable and subject to provincial tax.
  16. Be open, have fun and above all practice each class mindfully and with intent.