Frequently Asked Questions

Who teaches the classes?

Uday Bhosale is a certified Iyengar Yoga teacher trained under Guruji (B.K.S. Iyengar), Geetaji and Prashantji in Pune. He is now resident of U.K. To read more about Uday please click here.

Which class is suitable for me?

Due to COVID-19 Pandemic, all classes are now online and are conducted via Zoom. For more information on how zoom works please click here.
There are different types of classes-
General – This class type suitable for all experience levels from a complete beginner to an experienced practitioner. These classes focus on the fundamentals of a posture. Uday breaks down the postures and builds up each asana so both beginners and experienced practitioners can assess the postures at different levels PLEASE NOTE- **If you are completely new to yoga, make sure you have read this disclaimer and have signed and submitted a PAR-Q form and emailed uday before joining the class.

Intermediate- This class type is suitable for experienced practitioners who are able to do inversions independently or are aware of the adaptations needed for their individual conditions.

Active- This class type is suitable for anyone looking for more active practice. Uday goes through various linked sequences, jumping etc. If you have a preexisting medical condition which prevents you from doing active work, this class may not be the one you are looking for.

Restorative and Pranayama- This class builds up towards Pranayama practice. While the class itself is physically less challenging, it will be more beneficial if you have a practice of the asanas as that is a base for Pranayama practice. You will require basic props like bolsters/blankets (even pillows will work).

What is Iyengar Yoga?

Iyengar Yoga is characterized by precision and alignment in the execution of postures, sequencing of the asanas towards a desired result, timing in the length of time the asanas are held for maximum benefit. The use of simple props can be used to help a student gain the maximum benefit from each asana based on teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar - fondly known as Guruji.

Can I interact with Uday in an online class?

Yes, the chat function is available if you want to send a message or you can always unmute yourself during the class and ask a question if the question is urgent.
You are requested to keep your camera on while the class is on so Uday can see you performing the asanas. Uday teaches the classes, while Sonali demonstrates so Uday has an ability to look at how everyone is doing. He can offer alternatives/corrections etc. where needed.

Are the online classes recorded?

Yes, all the online classes are recorded in the speaker mode. This means none of the participants is on the class recording video. Only Uday and Sonali appear on the recorded video. Currently, the recordings are available to rent (1-week rental) to watch later again. You can rent them from here.

Do I receive class recordings if I register for a class?

You will receive a class recording to watch later if you register for Pranayama class ( Thursday ) and Intermediate ( Friday ) classes. For all other classes, recordings are available to rent from Vimeo. Please note the class recordings are sent between 24-48 hours of the Live class.

What do I need to watch the recording?

You will need a Vimeo account in order to watch the recordings. Vimeo account is free to create. Once you rent the recording, the videos will appear under ‘My Purchases’ on your Vimeo account. You can refer to Vimeo’s guide to watching on-demand videos here.

How long does the rental recording last?

The rental lasts for 2 weeks after the class date

How do I cancel a booking?

You can cancel a booking by clicking on ‘Cancel Appointment’ option in your booking confirmation email. Please note any cancellations done within 24 hours of the class time are non-refundable under any circumstances. Use the reschedule option if your plans change within the 24-hour window (as explained above).

Can I get a refund for a class I cancelled?

If you have cancelled during the refundable period- it will be auto credited in class credits on your momence account