DARLING PARK 201 Sussex Street, Sydney.

WHERE ARE THE CLASSES HELD?
In the (North) Pavilion, Tower 1, Darling Park. Enter either from the Crescent Garden, or up behind the Concierge Desk of Tower 1.


WHEN ARE THE CLASSES HELD?
Classes are run in (average) 10-week terms, running concurrently with (NSW) school terms.
Our next term will be Monday 19th July - Thursday 23rd September 2010 (= 10 weeks).

If you miss the start of term, depending on your Yoga/Pilates experience and health at the moment, it’s typically OK to join in now; although if you’d rather wait click here to be added to our email list and receive details about NEXT term classes.


WHAT TIME ARE THE CLASSES?
Mondays 12noon (12:05 - 12:55)  PILATES, with Victoria Kershaw.
Thursdays 12noon (12:05 - 12:55)  YOGA, with Jolie Brook.  *check CLASS TIMES section of website for a few day/date inconsistencies this term*

All classes are OPEN standard, and are suitable for most people, regardless of your experience.


WHAT IS THE COST?
If you pay in advance for the term (or part-term), cost = $17/class.
You can also pay casually (per class) = $20/class.

CAN I TRY BEFORE I BUY?
Yes - If you've never done a class with us then your FIRST CLASS IS FREE !! All you need to do is either email us or bring this completed FREE CLASS FORM to class with you.


HOW DO I JOIN A CLASS?
FULL TERM REGISTRATION: (Pro rata $17/class for the whole term)
Register online for the class you’d like to attend with the intention of committing to come to that same class (day and timeslot) for the whole term. I’m sure you understand due to space restrictions we cannot allow you to simply register for a term and then come and go to whatever class as you please. There is limited mat space in the room.

PART-TERM REGISTRATION: If you'd like to commit to attending classes, though know you'll be away for part of the term, you can EMAIL THIS (completed) REGISTRATION FORM TO US and only pay $17/class (pro-rata, in advance) for the classes you can attend. Note: there is a $5 service fee added to all part term registrations to cover higher bank fees and admin.


RATHER PAY CASUALLY, OR WITH CASH?
You can choose to pay casually and just do drop-in classes - $20/class. Before you start with us, we need to check your health/injury details. There is also limited space in the classroom - so for these reasons we don't like to accept drop-ins without prior application. EMAIL THIS (completed) REGISTRATION FORM TO US then you can attend any casual class you like. If you'd rather pay CASH IN ADVANCE for your classes, download this form, and email it to us.


Please note: We require minimum 15 students to register for full term, for the class to viably go ahead. We will be sure to let you know AND refund you, should that be an issue.


DO I HAVE FREE ACCESS TO THE CLASS VENUE?
Yes, access isn’t a problem.


WHAT DO I WEAR / NEED / BRING TO CLASS?
We suggest you wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing (Corporate attire doesn’t work) and bare feet. If you feel the cold, we suggest bringing something warm for start and finish of class.
Your YOGA practise is most effective on a yoga mat – a towel isn’t suitable beyond your first couple of classes, nor are camping-style mats. Mostly for hygiene purposes, we advise students to work on their OWN mats. You can buy yoga mats out in the shops for anything up to $90, or you can purchase one from YOGABOWL (delivered to your next class) for $35.There is also some other useful, reasonably priced yoga equipment available here. Pilates is best practised on a mat - either a thick yoga mat, a Pilates or a camping mat.


IS THERE SOMEWHERE I CAN GET CHANGED?
Yes, there are bathrooms just down the ramp (inside Tower 1) near the entrance to the Pavilion.


WHAT ABOUT EATING AROUND YOGA/PILATES CLASS?
Typically what happens in Yoga/Pilates and what happens when food is digesting, isn't a happy match. That's why we recommend you leave at least 90 mins between your last (full) meal and your class. It's OK to have a SMALL snack during that hour before class, but we suggest you eat your meal after class.


CAN I ENROL FOR BOTH CLASSES?
Yes of course. Quite a few of our students are currently attending more than once a week. Simply register for whichever classes you’d like to attend this term. Students who register to attend MORE THAN ONE FULL TERM of classes per week (ie. more than one enrolment) receive a FREE GIFT of either a Mat Carry Bag or a Satin Eye Pillow. Just let us know your preference after you've registered.


WHAT HAPPENS IF I ENROLL FOR THE FULL TERM AND THEN MISS A FEW CLASSES?
Even though it's sometimes difficult to commit to a full term in advance, it should be said: the success and progress of your Yoga/Pilates practice is directly dependent on your commitment to its frequency. If you miss a few (PAID IN ADVANCE) classes, you're welcome to make the classes up in ANY of our other classes this term. Your MAKE UP CLASS options / locations are; DARLING PARK, SYDNEY CBD (52 Martin Place), SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK or our small Yoga school up on the Northside (Longueville & Greenwich) – YOGABOWL. You could do make-up classes there  - please just let us know of your intention to do so. The classes you pay for this term ARE ONLY VALID FOR THE CURRENT TERM you enrolled in, and unused classes do not credit into subsequent terms.



CLASSES TO YOU - ON OR OFF-SITE:
We can bring Yoga and/or Pilates classes direct to your office. They're a great inclusion for your off sites, team building sessions, appreciation and rewards, et al. We can arrange an appropriate program for your group, suitable for all levels. Express your interest here.


ARE THERE OTHER PUBLIC CLASSES HELD ELSEWHERE?
Yes - we are a multi-venue yoga school with public classes in the Sydney CBD, Darling Park, Sydney Olympic Park, and up on the Northside (Longueville and Greenwich) - YOGABOWL. Please follow the web links for details.


WHEN ARE THE NEXT TERMS OF CLASSES?
2010 proposed term dates:
Term 3: Monday 19th July - Thursday 23rd September, 2010 (= 10 weeks)
Term 4: Monday 11th October - Thursday 16th December, 2010 (= 10 weeks)