How to prepare for class & What to bring please bring the following to class: yoga mat a blanket to cover yourself with for final relaxation a meditation cushion a yoga strap No Scent Policy Just like second-hand smoke creates sickness in people who don't smoke, wearing scented products SERIOUSLY AFFECTS the quality of life of chemically-sensitive individuals. EFFECTS INCLUDE: Headaches, respiratory difficulties, flu-like symptoms, extreme fatigue, and joint-pain! For the well being of all (including Eileen!) PLEASE do not use these scented products: * Perfume    * Cologne    * Aftershave * Scented shampoo, hairspray, hair gels and other styling products * Scented face and body creams and lotions * Scented deodorant * Scented laundry detergent, softeners * Dryer sheets NOTE: Certain "unscented" products use "masking fragrance" to cover up the original fragrance - these are doubly toxic. Use only "fragrance free" products. Anyone desiring more info can visit this excellent site: Here please be on time for class - this means on your mat, ready to begin AT LEAST 5 minutes prior to the start of class (I recommend arriving 15 minutes or so before class begins to allow transition time for yourself before your practice). latecomers can sometimes be distracting to others. please remove your watch prior to start of class, as well as any jewelry that would impede your movement. beepers/pagers/cellphones must be set to 'vibrate' mode for students on call for work. Otherwise, please turn them OFF prior to class. refrain from meals two hours before class. its best to drink water BEFORE or AFTER class, rather than DURING... so as to maintain internal heat. wear comfortable, non-restrictive, layered clothing that is easy to move in. please discuss with me any/all existing or recent medical conditions or injuries, PRIOR TO CLASS. any changes in condition should also be discussed... it is my goal to offer instruction that is safe and appropriate for each individual student. all information is kept confidential.