Few investments are as beneficial for your practice as private yoga. Whether you are new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, private yoga instruction can help you deepen your understanding of the practice and achieve your long-term wellness goals. 

In this blog post, we’ll discuss what to expect from a private yoga class and why private yoga is beneficial to your practice. We’ll cover: 

6 Things To Expect From A Private Yoga Class

• Deep Listening
• Personalized practice
• Hands-on adjustments 
• Time to rest 
• Time for feedback 
• Camaraderie

6 Things to Expect from a Private Yoga Class

Deep Listening

One of the most significant advantages of private yoga is the direct interaction with your yoga teacher who takes the time to understand your needs, interests, and overall wellness goals. Each private session begins with a little check-in to see where you stand and what your intention for the practice is that day. This helps better tailor the session to meet your individual needs, making the practice more effective and personalized.

Personalized Practice

Another benefit of private instruction is a practice tailored to your needs. Your private yoga teacher creates a class – including postures, breathing practices and rest poses – that addresses your physical needs and fosters your personal growth. The more you practice together, the more the content of each class reflects your unique needs. You also have the opportunity to ask questions and receive feedback that you may not get in a group class.

Hands-On Adjustments

Throughout the class, your teacher provides gentle, hands-on assists to help you correct unsafe postural alignment, deepen your experience of a posture, or encourage further relaxation. These adjustments help you achieve more profound benefits while reducing your risk of injury.

Time to Rest

There is nothing like a few minutes of peace and quiet to integrate the benefits of the practice at the end of class. A restorative pose, long savasana, gentle breathwork, and/or meditation allow your body and mind to fully relax and leave you with this feeling of post-yoga class bliss. 

Time for Feedback

Part of your private yoga teacher’s job is to ensure you have the best experience possible. That means checking in with you at the end of class to see how you’re feeling, what went well, and what you want to work on moving forward. 

Camaraderie 

While yoga is a serious, life-changing endeavor, it’s important to remember that it’s just yoga! A few jokes and a little chat after class go a long way in building trust and camaraderie.  

Investing in private yoga can be highly beneficial to your practice and personal growth. Private yoga means deep listening, personalized practice, hands-on adjustments, time to rest, and camaraderie. If you’re interested in deepening your practice and achieving your wellness goals, consider booking a private yoga class with Hélène Roy Yoga today.