Etiquette in the Yoga Practice

Most people attending a yoga class use common sense when attending a yoga class or workshop. However, here  are some etiquette and practice suggestions:

-newcomers, please attend your first session 15 minutes prior to class start time.
- please practice "asteya" (non-stealing) by showing up early for class
-please remove shoes upon entering practice space (and leave the ego at the door!).
-cell phones off
-no strong perfumes or colognes
-water only in practice area
-if you need to leave early please notify the instructor as to when the best time would be as to not interrupt the class
-when on the mat, and the practice begins, please keep your focus upon yourself;
yoga is non-competitive, and the environment is free from intimidation.
-yoga is not only non-competitive with others, but also with self. While in
our postures, we practice "ahimsa" (nonviolence). We don’t push beyond
our stretch-point, stay at your "edge". With physical restrictions or limitations,
we do not use force, we accept our current ability and work through
it, constantly evolving.  Most important have fun with yourself!