Yoga in night-classes vs gyms vs private classes

pc11

I'm a yoga novice pretty much. Is there any reason to think that doing yoga in a night class as opposed to in a private studio won't be much good? The reason I ask is that it's good value in the night classes.

Fo example, Marino College and Killester College each have a 10 week course in Yoga for €75. That's 7.50 per class (90 mins).

A private class could be €10-12 or more per class.

Also, Ben Dunne gyms have FREE yoga classes for members (which I am), is there likely to be any catch? These classes are on evey week rather than a set begin/end schedule, so I'm not sure how they handle progression as people could start any time.

Does anyone have any experience of the Marino/Killester/Ben Dunne Gym classes?

strandroad

It's mostly about the teacher and not the location. In gyms however you are more likely to be taught by a regular fitness instructor who's done a short certification on teaching yoga based physical exercise, and in studios you will be working with specialised yoga teachers who have deeper and more focused training. In night classes it could be either.

You could check the biography of the teacher before you enrol to see what their background is like; a professional teacher should have a website or some form of online info available. I think it's beneficial to seek actual yoga teachers as you want to receive proper and competent alignment instruction; they can also teach asana (physical yoga) as well as correct breathing, relaxing and meditation techniques.

flikflak

Also its dependant on which style you prefer. There are many different types and some will suit you better than others. So I would say have a look at what you want to get out of a class then research what type of yoga would suit then have a look for who teaches your preferred style and go from there.

Bov

As the other posters have mentioned. it really does depend on the teacher and your connection with them. I've taught and practised in Gyms and studios, there are ups and downs with both. Check the teachers profile and find out about them. I've recently been practising in Dublin ( just moved here) Samadi on Cows lane have some lovely teachers and The Elbow room has a diverse programme, Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, general fitness. They are also offering community classes at a cheap rate. Including a bowl of soup. In addition you can sign up as a volunteer so you do a couple of hours per week for them and in return you get free classes. I'm cooking soup tomorrow for the community class.