Frequently asked questions about Dru
How is Dru Yoga different to other styles of yoga?
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Why should I practice Dru Yoga?
Dramatically improve your health. Statistics now show that even one session of Dru yoga can help ease stress and tension, raise energy levels, improve posture, and back care, enhance coping skills and confidence levels.
How often should I practice Dru Yoga?
One session a week will enable you to experience a difference in your health And wellbeing. The most optimum of course is to take time every day to re-charge and replenish your batteries with a session. Remember that there are 1040 minutes in a day. 60 of those can radically enrich your life for every!
What time of day is best to practice?
The most optimum is to practice at the beginning of your day. It is the perfect way to start you day! However, it all depends on your lifestyle. If this is just not possible due to other commitments and family situations, then the evening is fine. It may be immediately on returning from work, or just before you go to bed. It is important not to practice your yoga on a full stomach, so a few hours after a main meal is sensible!!
I am a beginner….can I join in?
Yes!! Dru Yoga is designed foe anyone to participate, Whether you are new of well familiar with yoga, we guarantee that you will enjoy your session. There will be something for everyone. We always provide plenty of modifications to postures and sequences to allow individuals of all levels the ability to participate.
How can I train as a Dru Yoga Teacher?
Dru is and International teacher training Academy. We have training courses available in UK,
Canada, Netherlands, Australia plus postgraduate courses for continuing professional development.
To find out more go to: Dru Yoga as a career
How do I find a Dru Yoga class near me?
Dru Yoga classes are available in the UK, Ireland, The Netherlands and across Europe, Australia and Canada.
Call our friendly head office in Snowdonia on 01248 602900 ext 0, give them your postcode, and they will let you know of all the teachers we have on our professional register in your area.
Alternatively click here http://www.druworldwide.com/yoga-teacher to search for a yoga teacher nearest you. You'll find that many Dru Yoga teachers have a speciality - whether it's Dru Dance or teaching Pre-natal yoga or children's yoga. So do contact them before the class to find out what to bring and what to expect.
If you live outside the UK click here to searchl Dru Classes in your area.
How do I find out about Dru events near me?
Catch a Dru Workshop: Our top tutors are constantly on tour throughout the UK, offering practical hands on workshops on Dru Yoga and a variety of topics - from Dru Meditation to stress management, sound and dru dance. Visit www.druworldwide.com for detailed intineries of events in your area.
If you live outside the UK click here to searchl Dru Events in your area.
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Frequently asked safety questions
I am pregnant. Can I join in?
No. Pregnancy is a sensitive time for your body, all manner of changes are taking place with muscles and hormones. For this reason, we recommend that you seek the advice of a yoga teacher and get specific yoga for your needs and body type.
I have arthritis
What type of arthritis do you have? It is useful to have a diagnosis. Fop osteoarthritis – most yoga movement will be extremely helpful. Please do not push yourself beyond a natural comfortable limits.
Rheumatoid arthritis – this requires a little more sensitivity, especially with movements involving the neck. Please never perform shoulder stand or anything that puts pressure through the neck and head.
High blood pressure
Yoga can help high blood pressure. In general we suggest that you do not hold your arms above the head for any length of time. Also we suggest that you do not hold your breath for any of the poses. Please be cautious with inversions.
Heart problems
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Glaucoma
Inversions should be avoided, such as the Dog, shoulder stand, standing forward bend.
Diabetes
Once again. Yes, yoga can help. But like heart conditions, we recommend that you move according to your comfortable capacity. Raised arm poses should not be held for any length of time and inversions also not held. Breathing should maintain an easy flow and not be held.
Back pain
Generally Dru is excellent for improving back pain. However, if you have a disc injury, arthritis or any serious back condition, we recommend you to take advice of a Dru yoga instructor before starting. We advice you to get a diagnosis from a Osteopath and ask their advice on what specific movements to avoid. We can help you with this: Visit www.SootheClinic.com for further information.
Can my child join in the class?
Your children will be difficult to keep out of the class! Yes, let them join in and enjoy the class together. It will be fun. They may even find it easier than you!!
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Video frequently asked questions
My video won't play
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My video keeps stopping mid-play
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Login frequently asked questions
I have forgotten my login id / password
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I would like to change my password
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Membership frequently asked questions
I would like to change my membership option
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I would like to re-new my membership
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I would like to cancel my membership
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My membership has finished, but you are still taking the subscription fee out of my account. Why is this?
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Other frequently asked questions
How do I refer a friend?
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How do I receive my free month’s subscription for referring two friends?
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Someone bought me a voucher, how do I redeem it?
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