What do I need to bring?

Bring a mat, towel and water bottle only. We have filtered water to refill bottles but do not sell bottled water. We encourage you to bring your own mat, however, we have some available for borrowing. Towels available for hire $3ea. We also have yoga mats and towels available for sale in our retail area.

Do I need to book?

Yes! It is best to book your class on our app or website as some classes get booked out. You can also turn up and hope for the best, but a spot in class cannot be guaranteed.

Can I have a shower?

Yes, please enjoy our luxury change room and shower facilities with complimentary organic hair and body wash products, as well as a hairdryer and GHD straightener. If you forget your towel you can hire one from reception for $3.

Do I get my first class free?

No, however, our introductory offer is the best way to get started and explore everything that Yoga Bare has to offer. Our current offer is $99 for one month of unlimited classes + a welcome gift. We encourage you to try as many classes and teachers as you can. You will be drawn to what you need.

Will yoga help me lose weight?

Yoga will help you love yourself enough to make better choices for yourself.

How many times per week is recommended to get results?

We find 3 classes per week is a great frequency for many people. However, it depends on your individual goals and lifestyle. Our teachers will support you in discovering what is best for you!

What happens if I am late to class?

For safety and security reasons, the front door gets locked at the start of class. Please aim to arrive 10mins early. If you are late, you won’t be able to get in.

Can I leave a class early?

As a courtesy to your teacher and fellow yogis, please do not leave class early. If you have an appointment, meeting, work or other arrangement that means you cannot stay for the whole class, then please choose another class on the schedule.

Where should I park?

There are 3 sheltered parking spots directly outside our unit, marked with a sign. There are also a couple of spots at the back of the building and ample street parking. Please respect our neighbours by refraining from parking in front of any roller doors or spots that aren’t marked with our signage. Please do not park in the tool shop car park across the road.

What should I wear?

Despite what our name suggests, we do request that you wear clothes! Dress comfortably in clothes that do not restrict movement, and that you are ready to sweat in. Men often practice in lightweight moveable shorts with a singlet or tee. Women most often practice in tights, singlets, shorts or crop tops.

I have never done yoga before - which class is best for me?

In short, ANY of our classes. Some classes will be more challenging than others, but when it comes to yoga, your practice knows no judgement. It is you, your mat and whatever level you are at. If you are feeling very cautious however, then Young @ Heart, Hatha, Slow Vinyasa and Yin are more gentle and non-heated/semi-warm.  As you get to know our teachers, you will learn whose teaching style and pace best suits you.

I am pregnant - is there a class for me?

All our teachers are well-educated about the needs of mums-to-be. Please don’t hesitate to give us a call to chat about what classes might suit your needs. The classes we recommend will depend on your level of fitness and previous experience with yoga.

Many mums-to-be also love our Hatha Yoga class and Yoga Beats!

There are so many different styles of yoga- how do I know what to expect?

You can read all class descriptions here, take note of the estimated room temperature and also check out the teacher’s bio to get an indication of how the class will flow.

Is this Bikram?

No, we are not a Bikram Yoga studio. Bikram Choudhury founded and operates the franchise known as ‘Bikram Yoga’ which is an unchanging 90-minute sequence of static postures in a room heated to above 40°C. Studio founder Karren completed her training with Jimmy Barkan. The Barkan Method is a style of Hatha Yoga that originated in Calcutta, India, but also draws from various styles of yoga.

At Yoga Bare, the hot room is kept between 31°C and 36°C, our teachers draw from their own training and experience while structuring their classes so you will enjoy a variety of teachings and sequences during each class. Please refer to Class Styles to find more detail about the focus of each class.

Should I eat before class?

We recommend eating a meal no less than 1.5 hours before class, just to lessen the strain on your digestive system. It’s recommended though, that if you suffer with low blood sugar or have tendencies to feel lightheaded during exercise, to have a light snack of fruit or nuts before class.