Get Your In Home Ohm
Despite the earthy, we’re for the people kind of mentality of the general yoga community…they have certainly made it EXPENSIVE to practice – especially in Manhattan. On average a single class is $22-30 which doesn’t even cover the cost of mat rental. A monthly pass to a yoga studio runs about $100-140 depending on the package, plus at least a two month commitment. Just like everyone else, I gravitate towards all things expensive and exclusive – but sometimes you have to find other (cheaper) alternatives to save a few dollars.
If you can get past the absurd one piece fiery red body suit (imagine a Christmas Onesy on an adult…except in lycra form) Total Yoga Flow Series is actually a great DVD set to use for at home practice. Available on Amazon ($9.99 each), Total Yoga ranges in intensity and experience level. I like to repeat the same DVD several times so that I become familiar with the program and can avoid having to lift my head up to see what the instructor is doing (which is also dangerous for your neck).
Definitely attend live yoga classes to get the most of your practice and to have actual one on one help from the instructor. However, try a DVD once a while to avoid having to sell your left kidney for a few downward dogs.
If you ever make it out to Brooklyn, I’ll take you to Area Yoga! They have $10 classes!
Ashley said this on November 27, 2009 at 1:32 PM |