Question 1

I've literally never done yoga. Where do I start?

Accepted Answer

Either jump into a beginner-friendly drop-in (Essentials, Slow Flow, or Restorative) or sign up for our Yoga Foundations 6-week course. Both work. Foundations is more methodical; drop-ins are more flexible. There is no wrong answer.

Question 2

How does the sliding scale work?

Accepted Answer

Three rates: Subsidized ($14 drop-in), Standard ($24), and Community Supporter ($30). You pick the rate yourself — no proof, no explanation. The subsidized rate is funded by community supporters and our regular operating revenue.

Question 3

I'm new to the studio — is there a trial?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our Trial 5-Pack is $60 for 5 classes in 30 days. Mix in-studio and livestream however you want.

Question 4

Can I do classes from home?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Most live classes are hybrid (in-studio + livestream). We also have The Branches On-Demand — our streaming library — with a 7-day free trial.

Question 5

What do I need to bring?

Accepted Answer

A yoga mat and clothes you can move in. We have mats to borrow if you need one. Bring water; we have refill stations on-site.

Question 6

Can I park there?

Accepted Answer

We have 4 in-tandem driveway spots on the left side of the building, reserved for students during class times. Side-street parking is free for 2–3 hours. Don't park in the lot across the street — you'll be towed.

Question 7

Is the studio accessible?

Accepted Answer

Honestly, partially. Our Ground Studio is on the main floor, which has seven steps up from street level. Our Sky Studio is on the third floor. Our all-gender washroom is on the ground floor and was built as accessibly as we could manage. We're working on improving access — read our public update on the accessibility ramp.

Question 8

I'm pregnant — can I keep practicing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our beginner-friendly drop-ins (Essentials, Slow Flow, Restorative) are a good baseline if you were practicing before pregnancy. We also run dedicated Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga courses. Tell your teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Question 9

I'm a student — is there a discount?

Accepted Answer

Yes — full-time post-secondary students get 15% off the 10-Pack of drop-in passes, the Steady-10 and Avid-10 memberships, and workshop fees. Show your student ID at the studio or email us.

Question 10

What's the difference between yoga and strength training here?

Accepted Answer

Yoga classes are taught from a yoga lineage and centre asana, breath, and rest. Strength classes use weights, bands, and bodyweight, programmed like a real training session — push, pull, hinge, squat. Many students do both.

The questions everyone asks — answered.

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