The Curvy Girl Yoga Starter Kit
Welcome to Curvy Girl Yoga! This short course gives you an introduction to practising yoga as a plus-size/curvy woman. It's a clear path from thinking "Yoga's not for me" to "I now have the tools to make yoga accessible & comfortable".
You've been wanting to practice yoga but haven't found a class that suits you. This beginners course offers valuable tips to help you safely practice yoga in a big body.
Course Content
MODULE 1
The Curvy Girl Yoga Starter Kit
An introduction to how we practice yoga at Curvy Girl Yoga.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What equipment do I need to practise yoga?
- You certainly need a yoga mat. They can be bought online. It's also helpful to have the following: A yoga bolster 2 x yoga blocks A yoga strap They can also be bought online. If you don't have them or don't want to invest in them just yet, they can be substituted as follows: A yoga bolster - A large cushion or pillow 2 x yoga blocks - 2 large, thick books A yoga strap - the belt from your dressing gown
- I have sore knees & find kneeling difficult. Can I still come to class?
- There are many reasons for sore knees & finding kneeling a challenge. Please check with your medical practitioner that it is safe to practise yoga. If they say no, you should listen to their advice. If he/she says yes, you can always buy knee pads online. If you don't want to use knee pads, or they don't make things any more comfortable, please contact me & we can discuss ways to make the yoga postures accessible for you. You can contact me at [email protected] Please note, you practise yoga at your own risk. I refer you to the Terms of Service available on my website: www.curvygirlyoga.org.uk/termsofservice
- I have a bad back, can I still practise yoga?
- There are many reasons for a bad back. Please check with your medical practitioner that it is safe to practise yoga. If they say no, you should listen to their advice. If they say, yes, you are welcome to us. However, please note, you practise yoga at your own risk. I refer you to the Terms of Service available on my website: www.curvygirlyoga.org.uk/termsofservice
- I find it a challenge getting down to the floor & back up again. Does this matter?
- If there is a medical condition that is causing the issue, please check with your medical practitioner that it is safe to practise yoga. If they say no, you should listen to their advice. If they say yes, please contact me & we can discuss ways to make the yoga postures accessible for you. You can contact me at [email protected] Please note, you practise yoga at your own risk. I refer you to the Terms of Service available on my website: www.curvygirlyoga.org.uk/termsofservice
- Am I too big to practise yoga?
- The straight answer is, you don't know until you try! I have been offering Curvy Girl Yoga classes since 2017 & have had many women of all sizes, from UK size 16 upwards, join me. If you have any specific concerns, contact me at [email protected] for us to discuss things. Please note, you practise yoga at your own risk. I refer you to the Terms of Service available on my website: www.curvygirlyoga.org.uk/termsofservice
- The straight answer is, you don't know until you try! I have been offering Curvy Girl Yoga classes since 2017 & have had many women of all sizes from UK size 16 upwards join me. If you have any specific concerns, contact me at [email protected] for us to discuss things. Please note, you practise yoga at your own risk. I refer you to the Terms of Service available on my website: www.curvygirlyoga.org.uk/termsofservice