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Zoom Benefits
a few of the Many reasons to zoom
There are so many reasons people choose our Live Zoom Classes. Some of our students prefer to Zoom their classes because it fits better into their schedule. A few work from home. They just put their work status to away and jump on the Zoom. Others enjoy the ease of doing things around the house right up until class time and then logging on. Often Chattanooga Yoga Studio In-Person attendees choose our Zoom Studio when they are traveling or when the weather is bad. Some of our Zoomies have moved many states away but still crave that special Cheryl experience. These days you can even Zoom to save on some gas money!
For some people, working out in a group class can be anxiety producing. Some are new to yoga, others feel a bit rusty after some absence from moving their bodies, while still others have social anxiety in general. This can make some students feel hesitation at the thought of showing up to an In-Person group class.
If you join our Live Zoom Classes, you can turn off your camera and no one will see you as make you way through the yoga poses and pilates movements. Not even you! The camera off anonymity of the Zoom Class is major bonus for some. Others prefer to have their video on. It's totally up to you. It's all about your personal preference and comfort level. Just know that your Zoom window will be very small on Cheryl's screen and she won't be able to give you personal pose corrections.
Whether you have your video on or off, Cheryl will be spotlighted for everyone. Rebecca, our Zoom Moderator, opens each Zoom Class ten minutes early in order to help you make sure you feel at ease with your Zoom settings and to welcome you to class. She can walk you through any technical issues you may have. She will make sure you are muted as well.
This is a live feed of the In-Person class. You will experience the same instruction as those yogis that are In-Person. Before the class begins, Cheryl will ask all Zoom participants for any particular poses they may want to do. You can also tell her any body issues you are having and she will include poses to ease your problem areas.
The next time you don't feel like going to an In-Person Class email chattayogactr@gmail.com for that days zoom link and do your yoga practice from home!
Our Live Zoom Classes are offered three days a week. You are able to Zoom the following classes.
Monday
Zoom Studio Opens at 10:50am
Wednesday
Zoom Studio Open at 10:50am
Friday
Zoom Studio Open 9:50am - 10:35am
Email chattayogactr@gmail.com to get the Zoom Link. Purchase Class Passes in our Store or Contact Cheryl to pay with Cash or Check.
Zoom with your furry friends
You may have heard of Goat Yoga, Cow Yoga, Bunny Yoga, Horse Yoga or Pig Yoga. Lots of people love doing yoga in the presence of animals. Adding the animal's energy to their own as they practice yoga gives the experience an extra serotonin boost. Many leave the animal yoga classes feeling positive, perhaps silly and with the satisfaction one feels after trying something new and enjoying it. You can replicate that feeling at home.
Let your pets into the room as you Zoom. You may find that your pets make good yoga companions. Some pets sit idly by and watch as you flow from posture to posture. Others get a little too excited and want to join in the fun. However you pet reacts to your practice, having your little buddy there adds a sweet, special layer to your at home practice. Our regular Zoom yogis get to know each other's pets. It's always fun to say "Hi Peanut" and greet all the other four legged Zoomies!
Building a home studio
Your home studio can be as elaborate or basic as you like. Many of our "Zoomies" log in live from their spare bedrooms, living rooms, basements and foyers. Wherever you have the space. Honestly you don't need much more room than a yoga mat and some room on the side for water and whatever yoga equipment you have.
The most helpful basics to have are two yoga blocks, a yoga mat, a stretchy band and a bolster. You can always add non stretchy straps, squishy balls, blankets and whatever else you feel like. The sky's the limit!
Message Cheryl at chattayogactr@gmail.com to get tips on what equipment you might want in your at home studio. Cheryl can tell you which items you have around the house that can be repurposed as yoga equipment. She can also give you recommendations on what to purchase if that's the route you want to take. Occasionally, she may be able to add your equipment needs to an order she is already placing.
As far as how you Zoom it, there are several different ways. Most Zoomies simply use their laptops and desktop computers. Others use tablets and even phones. Especially while on vacation. The bigger the device screen the easier to see Cheryl but you can simply follow along to her spoken instructions. In the picture above, the iPad is used as the main operating device. The TV in the picture is older and requires a cord but with one cord you can see you iPad image on any TV with an HDMI slot. If your TV is newer, you can use the cast function to broadcast the Zoom Room directly to your TV no cord. That way Cheryl can be almost life size!
Email us at chattayogactr@gmail.com to get guidance on the best way to set up your Live Zoom Space.
