Bewell Yoga and Movement Studio
What to know
- Arrive 20 minutes early, especially for your first visit. After that, 10 minutes beforehand is just perfect. For your first visit, this means you can settle in, unpack your belongings and just sit in the space and take it all in.
- Doors lock exactly at class start time. As a city studio, we can’t leave the doors open and we start and finish on time, respecting everyone’s time at the studio.
- Please brng a yoga mat, a towel and water. If you forget or don’t have one, it’s ok! We sell mats and towels, or if you like you can hire a mat for or towels. We sell water and a variety of drinks. There is also old fashioned tap water from the bathrooms if you prefer.
- You may leave your shoes and belongings in the designated storage area just outside of the practice rooms. The only essentials bought into the rooms are mat, towel, water bottle.
Everything else is left outside.
AmenitiesÂ
- We have beautiful shower facilities for your use with our personally curated products available for your use.
- Our products are created at the studio, with the help of local Adelaide business, Organik Café and Skin Things –they are made with love and delicious smells that are gentle, natural, and designed for post-sweat recovery.
- We ave hair dryers and hair straighteners, so you can get your up-do sorted for work.
The Essentials for class
- Water bottle (hydration matters)
- Towel (you can buy or hire from us)
- Yoga mat (you can buy or hire from us)
- Your clothing should be comfortable and light. Even without the heat on, our rooms are generally warm, and if you do participate in a HEATED classes – less is best.
Your First Class: What to Expect
- Some classes are held in a heated room (between 30 – 40 degrees).
- Stay in the room, even if it feels challenging.  That way we can keep an eye on you and make sure you are ok, and also to allow your body and mind to adjust to anything that feels a little uncomfortable.
- Breathe slowly and steadily through your nose, to calm your fight or flight response. Yoga really comes down to breath and finding stillness in the breath.
- Start in the middle or back of the room so you can watch everyone and see the teacher.
- Remember your first class, you may be like a baby Giraffe learning to walk – it’s ok you will get it and get there.
- Everyone in the room, is completely focused on their own practice, they have their own challenges too, so no-one is going to be watching you. Except for the teacher who will watch you to support and encourage you.
- We have mirrors. Not to pose and flex, but learn, understand and know your body better.
- If you feel dizzy, nauseous, or overwhelmed, and this is completely normal when you first start:Â Sit or lie down, watch the other students, enjoy listening to the teacher and watching students and rejoin when you are ready
- There is no pressure or expectation to keep up. Your practice is yours.
- Make sure you drink plenty of fluids after, it’s important you hydrate after your class.
- As a general rule we recommend for your first class at least, eating a light lunch and before 1pm, and keep your fluids up before your class throughout the day. As you practice and get into the routine, you’ll start to learn how your body responds best to food and fluids, both before and after class.
Beginner FAQ – Heat, Hydration & Your First Classes
Our heated classes run between 35–40°C, depending on the style.
- The heat is deliberate. It helps:
- warm muscles safely
- increase circulation
- improve flexibility
- help the body detox through sweating
- deepen focus and mental resilience
- You will sweat, and that is normal and part of the practiceÂ
Will the heat be too much for me?
- Probably not.
- Your body adapts quickly. Most people adjust within 2-4 classes.
- Your first class may feel intense simply because it’s new, that doesn’t mean it’s too hard for you.
- You are always free to:
- rest
- sit down
- take a sip of water
- Listening to your body is part of the practice.
What should I do before my first class?
- Drink water throughout the day
- Eat a light meal 3- 4 hours before class
- Avoid heavy food right before class
- Bring a water bottle
- Bring a yoga mat towel if you have one
- Avoid coming in dehydrated or on a full stomach.
