Protocols
We are excited to return to our studio and are creating a safe space for everyone to return to and practice within. We are doing extensive cleaning and sanitizing before we reopen but also doing a thorough cleaning and sanitizing between each class. We have a state of the art ERV unit which can completely change the air in the studio within a few minutes. To further provide the best air quality level we have a 5 stage hepa air purifier that is rated to remove 99.97% of air impurities in our studio room. Moreover, our instructors will be using face shields in class. In addition, to accommodate social distancing we are reducing class sizes to a maximum of 6 (down from 29) unless we have people from the same household in class together, then our maximum is 9 per class. Finally, traffic flow will be in through the front door and exit through the back door of the studio.
1. You must pre-register for class.
Although we are still offering a drop-in schedule, you must book into class ahead of time as space is very limited in order to accommodate appropriate distancing between mats.
2. You will be charged a full drop-in fee if you do not sign-out or cancel ahead of time.
If you are unable to attend the class for which you have signed in to, you must sign out within a minimum of 3 hours before that class. We have only 6 spaces available per class therefore if you do not sign out you are preventing someone else from participating in that class.
3. You must bring your own mat and props to practice.
This includes the usual things like your mat, water, a towel; but this also includes any accessories you may need – blocks, strap, bolster, and blanket. We will not be providing any equipment, nor will we be renting mats and towels at this time.
4. Please arrive to the studio dressed for class.
This avoids any extra movement within the studio once you are admitted in.
5. Please arrive at the studio 10-20 minutes before your class for Covid screening.
Upon arrival you will go through Covid screening and temperature check. If you are feeling unwell or have a fever to not sign up for class as you will unfortunately not be permitted into the facility.
6. You must arrive wearing a mask.
In order to be permitted into the facility you must wear a face covering. Once you are settled on your mat you may remove your face covering. When practice is over or if you need to use the washroom you must put your face covering back on.
7. Upon arrival please wait outside the facility on the marked off spaces.
One of our team members will be waiting to greet you outside. Once you have been screened you will be invited in. Upon entry please sanitize your hands, remove your footwear (carrying them with you) and move into the studio room; find your marked off mat space and get settled for class.
We recognize that these protocols may seem rigid, however along with following Provincial guidelines, we want to ensure our members feel they are practicing in a safe space.
Looking forward to welcoming you back,
The Grimsby Yoga Team