Turbodog Yoga: New Students

Welcome to Turbodog!

Congratulations, you just took a first step on an exciting journey -- a practice that will inspire and help shape both your body and your life. We have seen the difference Turbodog Yoga makes, over and over again, in ourselves as well as in our students. If you practice consistently 3-5 times per week, you will find yourself growing and evolving in ways you never imagined. Your body will get stronger and with it your self-confidence. Your instincts will sharpen and so will your attention-skills. Your mind will become your ally and you will be able to make life choices that support your full potential with greater ease. You will find yourself using the tools you learn via Turbodog to mold a happier and more fulfilling life for yourself.

It is common to feel sore, sometimes staggeringly so, as your body rediscovers its strength and flexibility. It is also common to feel intimidated when you see others next to you in various advanced poses. You will learn to stop judging and comparing yourself, and instead embrace where you’re at and grow from there. This initial, challenging stage is one that we all have walked through, and if you don’t give up, it will prove to be an amazing gift. Give it at least a month and you’ll see. If you reflect back on your life you’ll probably agree that some of the most rewarding experiences you’ve had sprang from being willing to stretch outside your comfort zone. This is the same.

We are here to support you on this exciting path. We are your allies. We want you to succeed! Please feel free to approach us with any questions or concerns you have, either in person or via email. We are committed to helping you use this powerful vehicle to live a life with more joy than you thought was possible.

with Love,

Steve and Talya

What is the practice like?
Watch this video to learn all about the style of Turbodog Yoga

We make it easy to get started:
• Arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your 1st class to ensure a stress-free experience.
• Eat really light, or with enough time to fully digest, before class.
• When you arrive, you will need to fill out a brief info waiver.
• Wear comfortable workout clothing. Yoga is practiced barefoot so no footwear is needed.
• We have free yoga props, including mats, available for you to use.
• We accept cash, checks & credit cards.

Good Yoga Etiquette:
• Arrive early to class.
• Stay for the whole class (if you need to leave early, be out the door before savasana begins).
• Leave footwear by the door.
• Avoid wearing scented products, perfume & cologne.
• Avoid chewing gum in class and drinking coffee before class so you can breathe better.
• Turn cell-phone off before class starts.
• Let the teacher know of any injuries or if you are, or believe you might be, pregnant.
• Keep practicing!! Soreness after practice is totally normal, this is your body awakening.

The more you practice, the better you will feel. A consistent yoga practice is recommended to receive the full benefits.

"I've been doing yoga at Turbodog for almost two years. I stand taller. I have less pain in my neck and shoulders. My core is stronger. I find it easier to keep weight off-- even easier than when I was swimming and running every day."

-David Berthy

"When I was considering leaving my job and was really scared, Turbodog Yoga gave me the confidence to be in the unknown and to not have it be such a scary thing... it's where I get centered and put everything into perspective to make the right choices."

-Ann Chikahisa

"I sometimes catch myself smiling at absolutely nothing! I've learned to distinguish between situations that drain my energy and those that strengthen it. Mentally, I've become more spirited and less timid. Life is coming into balance in a way it never has in the past."

-Rudy Minasian