At Blue Ridge Yoga, we strive to offer compassionate yoga to people of all ages, body types, and genders. We are committed to growing a community of yogis who feel supported and nurtured in our beautiful space. Serving the city of Knoxville is our passion, and we are excited to see the practice of yoga act as a vehicle for social change.
FAQs:
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We recommend starting with our Gentle Flow class for a solid introduction to the fundamentals of yoga, including basic poses and breathing techniques. Our teachers and front desk staff are here to help you find the classes that are the best fit for you! We can make recommendations based on your comfort, desired goal, and ability level. It’s never too late to start your yoga practice!
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There are many benefits to practicing yoga and meditation, but here are a few common ones:
Less stress and anxiety
More flexibility and strength
Better weight loss and toning
Alleviates high blood pressure (please consult a physician before beginning a yoga practice)
Increased focus and concentration
Greater sense of balance and improved circulation
Helps you develop techniques for calming and quieting the mind and body
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Yoga can be a great aid for recovery but needs to be managed by a physician and addressed with caution – consult your physician before beginning any practice. Blue Ridge Yoga is not responsible or liable for injuries, and you must sign a disclosure form before beginning practice within our community.
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We believe yoga is for everyone, no matter size, shape, or age! It is extremely beneficial to keep moving as we age. However, please remember to consult with your physician before starting any physical activity, such as yoga. We offer classes for all levels, including Chair Yoga, so please visit the front desk or give us a call for recommendations! Our oldest student is 99!
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In many sports and workout programs, we are trained to push ourselves and our bodies to the limit in order to achieve results. The purpose of yoga is to silence the voices of negativity—“I’m not strong enough, fast enough, skinny enough”—into voices of acceptance. Beating ourselves up mentally is the antithesis of yoga practice; yoga seeks to help us transcend our challenges instead of being hindered by them. The principles and practice of yoga help us to learn about ourselves and our physical & mental attributes, then, in turn, helps us to carry that compassion and awareness off our mat and into our daily lives.
Our goal in class is acceptance; acceptance of who you are and where you are by practicing more contentment with what is. We explore all the areas of our body and its connection to our mind. There is no winning, there is no losing, there is only mindfulness and the offering to yourself to be your best, rather than trying to be the best. There is such a difference between self-awareness and self-critique – contentment is the ability to acknowledge our self-judgments, be thankful for them, and then let them go.
Our two guiding principles to think about in your practice are sukha and sthira:
Sukha means lightness, ease & comfort. Sthira means steadiness and alertness.
The search for both of these qualities within our practice and in each pose is the key to contentment.
Studio Policies:
Blue Ridge Yoga is an adult-oriented atmosphere; therefore we do not allow children under the age of 14 years into the studio except under special circumstances. Please do not leave your child unattended in the studio while you are taking classes.
Students under 18 must have an adult accompany them to the studio for their first class and are admitted at the discretion of Blue Ridge Yoga. Minors cannot make major purchases without confirmed approval from a parent or guardian. Contracts for memberships must be signed by a parent/guardian in order for the membership to take effect. Parents/Guardians must sign the waiver for students under the age of 18.
All students must sign a Liability Waiver & Photo Release and are admitted at the discretion of Blue Ridge Yoga.
Any and all customer data collected by BRY will be protected in our secure customer systems.
All memberships, class packages, and scholarships are non-transferable and non-refundable regardless of class attendance.
Class packages and scholarships expire and cannot be extended.
Memberships can only be paused with advance notice. Memberships cannot be extended for unused time in the past.
We accept cash, credit, and checks. We cannot accept credit purchases for under $10. We cannot accept more than $30 in cash.
We are not responsible for your valuables. Please store your personal items in the classroom on the designated shelf.
A 7-Day Notice prior to the next scheduled payment is required for Monthly Membership cancelations.
The studio closes up to 4 weeks a year for major holidays, select events, and routine maintenance and studio upgrades.
Class schedule and prices are subject to change without notice.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your first class to sign in and get settled.
Please view our Cancellation Policy, Late Policy, and Registration Policy here.