Frequently Asked Questions

Who teaches the classes?

Uday Bhosale is a certified Iyengar Yoga teacher trained under Guruji (B.K.S. Iyengar), Geetaji and Prashantji in Pune. He is now resident of U.K. To read more about Uday please click here.

Which class is suitable for me?

Due to COVID-19 Pandemic, all classes are now online and are conducted via Zoom. For more information on how zoom works please click here.
There are different types of classes-
General – This class type suitable for all experience levels from a complete beginner to an experienced practitioner. These classes focus on the fundamentals of a posture. Uday breaks down the postures and builds up each asana so both beginners and experienced practitioners can assess the postures at different levels PLEASE NOTE- **If you are completely new to yoga, make sure you have read this disclaimer and have signed and submitted a PAR-Q form and emailed uday before joining the class. Intermediate- This class type is suitable for experienced practitioners who are able to do inversions independently or are aware of the adaptations needed for their individual conditions.
Active- This class type is suitable for anyone looking for more active practice. Uday goes through various linked sequences, jumping etc. If you have a preexisting medical condition which prevents you from doing active work, this class may not be the one you are looking for.
Restorative and Pranayama- This class builds up towards Pranayama practice. While the class itself is physically less challenging, it will be more beneficial if you have a practice of the asanas as that is a base for Pranayama practice. You will require basic props like bolsters/blankets (even pillows will work).

How do I book a class?

You can watch a short video explaining how to book a class from here. All the classes can be booked from here. Once the booking is complete, you will see a confirmation and also you will receive a confirmation email. Please check that you have entered your email address correctly as this is where you will get both your confirmation email and your class invitations.
For online classes(via zoom), you will be sent a link to the class. You need to click on that link to access the zoom link for the class. Please make sure to save this link somewhere- you can easily link it straight into your outlook/google calendar.
From time to time, the reminder/confirmation email may go to the SPAM folder. So please check the SPAM folder, if you do not see the email in your inbox. Please ensure you have received the email well in advance before the class.

Are there any class packages available?

Currently, there are 2 class packages –
Monthly class pack- the price for which varies each month. You need to pay into the Yogastha account details, and you will receive links to each class once paid. (email Uday to get the account details).
General class pack- You can purchase this class package from the bookings page and use the package code to book into the classes. The general class pack is valid for 21 days after purchase. So please make sure to book the classes using the package code within that time frame.

How do I join the online class I have booked?

Once you book a class, you will receive a confirmation email which will contain a link to the appointments page. Once you click on this link you will see the zoom meeting details (usually a meeting id and password). When it is time to join the class, you need to use the meeting id and password to join the class. Please make sure you change the name while joining the class to ‘your’ name in order to make it easier to admin you in the class. You are requested to keep your camera on while the class is on so Uday can see you performing the asanas.

What is Iyengar Yoga?

Iyengar Yoga is characterized by precision and alignment in the execution of postures, sequencing of the asanas towards a desired result, timing in the length of time the asanas are held for maximum benefit. The use of simple props can be used to help a student gain the maximum benefit from each asana based on teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar - fondly known as Guruji.

Can I interact with Uday in an online class?

Yes, the chat function is available if you want to send a message or you can always unmute yourself during the class and ask a question if the question is urgent.
You are requested to keep your camera on while the class is on so Uday can see you performing the asanas. Uday teaches the classes, while Sonali demonstrates so Uday has an ability to look at how everyone is doing. He can offer alternatives/corrections etc. where needed.

Are the online classes recorded?

Yes, all the online classes are recorded in the speaker mode. This means none of the participants is on the class recording video. Only Uday and Sonali appear on the recorded video. Currently, the recordings are available to rent (1-week rental) to watch later again. You can rent them from here.

Do I receive class recordings if I register for a class?

You will receive a class recording to watch later if you register for Pranayama class ( Thursday ) and Intermediate ( Friday ) classes. For all other classes, recordings are available to rent from Vimeo. Please note the class recordings are sent between 24-48 hours of the Live class.

What do I need to watch the recording?

You will need a Vimeo account in order to watch the recordings. Vimeo account is free to create. Once you rent the recording, the videos will appear under ‘My Purchases’ on your Vimeo account. You can refer to Vimeo’s guide to watching on-demand videos here.

How long does the rental recording last?

The rental lasts for 1 week after the first access.

How do I reschedule a class booking?

The appointment confirmation email has a ‘Reschedule’ link at the bottom. So, you can reschedule a booking for another day to the same type of class. You can only do it until an hour before the class begins. After that, you will not be able to reschedule.

How do I cancel a booking?

You can cancel a booking by clicking on ‘Cancel Appointment’ option in your booking confirmation email. Please note any cancellations done within 24 hours of the class time are non-refundable under any circumstances. Use the reschedule option if your plans change within the 24-hour window (as explained above).

Can I get a refund for a class I cancelled?

If you are eligible for a refund (explained above), you will need to email Uday with ‘refund requested’ in the subject in order to receive refunds for the cancelled class. As explained above no refunds will be issued if the cancellation period is not honoured.