Inhale Yoga June
Newsletter

6931 Commons Plaza*

Chesterfield * Virginia * 23832*

inhaleyogaruth@gmail.com*

804-229-6961 

COVID 19 Updates - Phase 2

New Studio Etiquette

Guidelines

& Re-opening

 

*This is a LONG newsletter* 

*please take the time to read it fully*

How Different Life is Now

Getting back to the studio will come with a few changes. This doesn't mean this is forever but it keeps us healthy and practicing together again. 

 

I am making changes to the studio etiquette. 

 

New etiquette will be on the page that says COVID and the studio etiquette page will guide you to that page for COVID etiquette. Yep, 2 pages of etiquette. 

 

Please observe. 

 

For everyone's health I will not make exceptions of any kind. 

New Studio Etiquette 

Read this side first - I want to first THANK everyone who donated money to the studio. Donation options are on the payment portion of the website (and also on Facebook there is a fundraiser up until June 10).

Memberships and students taking classes dropped significantly. 

 

Inhale Yoga's 5 year anniversary is June 13, 2020. I will not let a virus take away everything I worked so hard for. 

This year there will be no party. This year we celebrate just being able to get together in person again. It's those little things that make us so grateful. 

 

What did you do with my donation?

A portion of it to the rent for one month and a high-end air purifier for the studio. 

 

As you know ALL businesses took a HUGE hit shutting down and now slowly re-opening up to minimal. This will take businesses awhile to get back on their feet again. Please be patient as I go thru these changes with the world as a business person.

 

I am just as nervous as you are coming to the studio and re-opening.

 

**I had to make changes at the studio for health reasons. Please be understanding. 

 

Please Don't:

- Challenge my requests (I'm doing the best that I can)

 

- Please don't tell me this doesn't apply to you or you think this is wrong and put me in a compromising position.

I will ask you to leave! 

 

You do not know that the person(s) practicing with you in class might have a health concern.

Let's practice our mindfulness. 

 

Please:

- I am a human being like you, trying to figure this out with all the guidelines I have as a business owner. I do have feelings. 

 

- Offer a suggestion rather then telling me what to do (remember I have business health guidelines to adhere to) Your requests might not work at this time.

 

I understand that other yoga/fitness/health businesses are doing possibly different things. We are ALL doing what is best for you in our own way.

This is new to us like all other businesses trying to figuring this out.

 

Just realize that none of this is forever. It is our new norm for now.  

 

Keep reading below, there's more!

 

New Studio Etiquette

Please wear a mask or face covering to the studio. No mask - no enter. Wait at least 6 feet behind each other when entering. This will give me a chance to take your temperature and log it and check you in. ONLY AFTER I DO THIS CAN YOU COME ALL THE WAY INTO THE STUDIO. Things might change and I might find a better way of doing it, but at the beginning phase, I'm trying many different things out. 

 

You WILL have a temperature check when you come in (NO EXCEPTIONS).  If you are NOT feeling well that day please practice another day. 

 

Practice social distancing. The floor has been marked with X's for you to place your mat. Everyone is 6 feet apart with a total of 9 students and one teacher. My mat will not be in it's normal place due to the floor layout. My laptop will be set up for those taking class live. These classes are NOT recorded, please be understanding if the the camera is angled catching you. This gives those practicing at home, as close to the same experience as you are having in person. If you have concerns about livestream maybe practicing right now isn't the best option for you.

Livestream will be incorporated into the studio, we have students from other states practicing with us. Audio will also be part, I always will tell you in person when I'm about to hit the record button. 

 

PHASE 2 does allow us to have folks back at 70%. At this point, I have no clue how many are coming back. I will stay at 10 including me until I feel we are comfortable and the Governor hasn't changed any instructions. This can last a few weeks, please try to be understanding. Keep reading......

 

Bring your own mat & supplies. NO LOANER mats are available at this time.  Inhale Yoga Students who have been with me, if you do not have a mat I will GIVE you a new mat. Contact me PRIOR so I can make sure I have one for you or you will have to purchase your own.

I have some fabric sanitizer so we can use bolsters and blocks until I run out or until I am able to get more sanitizing product. All blankets that I had to give away found homes. I still have a handful of mats left. (do not assume when you come to class that I will have one to give you, these are on a first come first serve basis.) Contact me!

 

Clean your mats at home. I am extremely limited on cleaning supplies. 

 

Using the bathroom facilities? 

- WASH your hands with soap & water when you are done:

- Flush the toilet with your hand! (using your foot breaks the handle):

- Open the door with the same single paper towel that you dried your hands with:

- Prop the door open with your foot and throw the towel away in the trash under the sink.

 

As you know, paper towels are a hot commodity right now, I AM EXTREMELY limited on them. Don't use an excessive amount  or you'll be air drying your hands if I run out and everyone else will be too. Be kind with your choices. MINDFULNESS.

 

There will be no signing in, you MUST register for classes ahead of time. No drop-in's at this time since class count is kept to 9 students and one teacher. 

I will check you in as you get your temperature check.

 

I (Ruth) do have allergies, I will cough and possibly sneeze, I will have hand sanitizer/tissues by me for me to use when I do cough/sneeze. If you are bothered by my allergies, please practice at another time. I am doing everything within my power to minimalize my allergic reactions. 

 

If you are a regular student of Inhale Yoga LLC and you are having a financial difficulty (some have lost their jobs or had hours cut) PLEASE contact me! I will GIVE you a month free. 

 

inhaleyogaruth@gmail.com

804-229-6961

 

The schedule can and will possibly change from week to week to give everyone a chance to come back to the studio. 

 

I'm taking it a week at a time for us. 

 

 Reiki: I am taking the requests as it comes. If you are interested in energy work contact me. 

 

Chair Classes:

I will try out chair for a few weeks, if my chair students are not comfortable coming out I will post pone this class and replace it with another. Chair students please contact me and let me know if you are interested in classes. Some class times and days will change to accommodate everyone. Chair classes are specialty classes and will not have livestream or audio at this point. 

 

Inhale Yoga LLC has always had a no refund policy. 

 

Hand sanitizer is available at the front desk, this doesn't take the place of hand washing but for a quick germ free experience, please use.

 

Practice social distancing throughout the studio.

 

Retail purchases:

Please use hand sanitizer before reaching in the case and touching. 

 

You WILL need your debit or credit card to make retail purchases. (or cash/check)

I WILL NOT be using your card on file thru Tula anymore for retail.

Retail will now be ran thru Square including tax. just like I use to do at the trunk shows. 

 

Neck mala's have no minimal purchase, wrist mala's and crystals/stones there is a $20 minimal purchase for me to run your card or cash/check can be paid. I carry no pocket change so your total will be rounded up to the nearest dollar (as always including tax) Ex: $10.05 rounded to $11 - this is not to take advantage of anyone, this is to just make life easier or carry pocket change with you. After dismissing lower pocket change it does all add up. (I found this out last tax season)

I can and will 'hold' until the next business day if you forgot your card or cash/check and put away that night if no one comes to claim (purchase).

 

Wall classes MUST bring & use white or LIGHT colored socks or you can not take the class. (dark colors make marks on the walls) Socks will not be provided at this time. No socks, no wall class. 

 

If you like using a blanket for deep relaxation, please bring your own or a sweat shirt to stay warm. Remember we are getting into warmer months and the air is on. 

 

The schedule will change as I try to figure out the classes that folks are comfortable coming to. I am looking to have at least 3-4 students back in classes for me to have the class.

Livestream and audio are with ALL studio classes.

This is a soft opening.

Livestream will still have it's own registration portion on the calendar.

Please be mindful when selecting.

 

Livestream -  I can have up to 400 students, in person we are limited to 9 including me, 10. (this isn't over yet) This is my comfort zone at this time. 

 

Not all classes will have audio (like they did when I was at home) since I will be cleaning and then disinfecting after each class. You can go back to the past classes that I have put up from the end of March.

 

I request patience as we begin our new journey together. 

 

REGISTRATION:

Please register one day at a time since space is very limited.

 

I understand you have your regular practice but we are in different times now and this gives EVERYONE a chance to register.

 

I will go in and deregister anyone who registers for multiple classes in a week or the month. You WILL receive an email from me that I deregistered you.

It is not my intent to upset you, it is my intent to make this equal for everyone. 

 

PRIVATE CLASSES: I can do still either thru Zoom or in person. In person, all new and old etiquette still apply and realize that your old time slots might not work right now. I need to clean in between classes not only for the next class but for me being in the studio. 

 

Waivers for in person classes are A MUST. You can get your waiver online and print it up and bring it already filled out for 2020 if you haven't already. All pens will be sanitized after use. You need to fill out a new waiver at the beginning of each year. Online waivers are NOT the same as 'in person' waivers. Waiver button at the bottom of this newsletter.

 

ALL Students:

You MUST Register for classes online - Do not register for the whole month. One day at a time giving everyone a fair chance to take an in person class. 

 

Unregister when you know you can't make it to class to give someone else the chance of filling that space. 

 

https://www.inhaleyogallc.com

on the menu bar go to: register for class, you'll need to create an account (it's free) 

 

Studio opens 15 minutes prior to each class. The door will be locked for me to finish cleaning and getting the class ready.

 

15 minutes also includes opening up Zoom. ALL CLASSES START ON TIME, IN PERSON OR STUDIO. View Broadcast is your link to get to a zoom class once you register (payment if needed) 

Purchase Options

****NEW****

Introducing a Weekly Membership

For a limited trial offer, one week unlimited (including livestream and audio - asking for a two week commitment) $25 each week, for the month of June.

This is ONLY available as a membership and not in a one week payment option. 

It will auto renew the same day the following week.

This will also lock you in at $25.

If you choose to cancel and opt for a different plan, you can rejoin in at $25 June only.

 

After June....

The price will go up to $30 July 1.

(2 classes are regularly $30 - $15 single class)

 

Packages/Months can not be split or shared.

 

 

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Monthly is available as a membership at $70 for unlimited. Auto withdrawal off your debit or credit card every 30 days.  Regular monthly purchase also available. 

 

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I will bring back the the single class price of $15.

(for in house classes only)

 

Please make sure you use your purchase (if buying a single class) within a few days to one week. 

One single class -  DOES NOT INCLUDE LIVESTREAM & AUDIO.

 

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4 Class purchase option 

&

 4 Classes for $45 Membership 

will be discontinued.

 

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No Gift Certificate purchases - they will not be available at this time.

(yes they will come back in the future)

 

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At the studio along with livesteam -If no one signs up for class, class will not have audio. 

 

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I do not know what life will bring us.

 

I am as uncertain as you. 

 

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PLEASE

make sure you have read (and understand)

the above NEW studio etiquette. 

 

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Can I redeem a gift certificate?

Yes, please make sure the classes you want are available on the schedule.

I can redeem G.C. at the studio or if you email me and let me know, I can take care of it with written consent. 

 

The schedule can and will possibly change from week to week to give everyone a chance to come back to the studio. 

 

I am trying to accommodate many students with requests.

 

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Please refrain from going rogue.

I know it might have been a few months since you practiced but if you take a gentle class, please take the class as instructed.

 

Ex: I'm teaching a half plank and you go full plank or more. 

There might be a lot of energy we need to use up, burn off some stress, but PLEASE wait for the harder classes, if you know me, you know you'll get what you need from your class. 

I take R&R every month.

 

June 12, 13 & 14 CLOSED.

This is where I close down the studio to give myself a few days off mentally and physically to rest.

(I teach 7 days a week)

 

Don't worry you can always reach me on R&R!

Leave me a message or email. 

Waiver

I AM OPENING JUNE 6, SATURDAY!!!!!!!!!

REGISTER THE DAY BEFORE ANY CLASSES.

 

Notice there is one section for:

In studio

and

one for

livestream

 

Some class times will change!

I know this might sound like a lot.

I will make changes as I go. 

We're all in this together.

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