As promised, we went to a yoga class at Runyon Canyon this morning. Although we’re not well-versed with plank position and our downward dog needs a little training, we managed to get through the class without falling over too many times! From what we hear, each instructor brings a little bit of their own flare into the classes. For example, Hannah (who teaches Mon. & Wed.) adds a small ab workout to her classes. Despite being yoga newbies, we were able to get most of the poses down pretty quickly and enjoy the class.
We’ve compiled a small list of tips you may find useful if you’ve never attended yoga at Runyon Canyon.
o Finding parking is a huge pain, and you may have to park a few blocks away, so get there early and be prepared for the uphill walk on Fuller.
o Arrive early and pick a spot in the middle with lots of grass. Some areas have a lot of dirt and gopher patches, which make rolling around on the ground less fun.
o Most people there had their own yoga mats, which typically run from $12-$20. But if you can’t afford one a large towel works just fine! Blankets are not a good choice, as they don’t offer the traction needed for these positions.
o Dress in layers. When we got there, it was chilly and breezy, but the sun got much stronger over the hour and we both regretted wearing long sleeved shirts! A light t-shirt with a zip-up would be perfect.
o 10:30am-11:30am is a rough estimate of how long the class lasts. Both times we went, the class ended at about 11:40am, so don’t schedule something immediately after the class. Yoga is no fun if you have to glance at your watch every two minutes.
When you go, park near the Fuller Ave. entrance of the canyon. You will see the grassy yoga area on your left upon entering the gates. Enjoy!
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
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I totally want to go! If I do it'll be on a weekend, so I'll surely keep you posted with crowded-ness details. ps Runyon is a fabulous place for puppy-spotting.
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