Studio Policies

What to Wear

Please wear what is most comfortable to you. Most students will find leggings and a fitted top best. All classes are done in bare feet. Please refrain from chewing gum or wearing perfume in the yoga studio.

When to Eat

Since the practice is physical, it is best to practice with an empty belly. You may want to eat a meal at least two hours before class and a snack at least one hour before class.

What to Bring

All you really need is you, but we do encourage students to bring their own yoga mat (although loaner mats are available). You may also bring a reusable water bottle and hand towel. All props are provided.

Cell Phone Free Zone

Capitol Hill Yoga is a cell phone free zone. Please silence phone, blackberry, etc. upon entering CHY.

Class Reservations

Students who wish may visit our interactive schedule to purchase classes and pre-reserve your mat space. Classes are held to a maximum of 25 students with 20 spots available for online reservation. Students who reserve classes but fail to show up will be charged. In the case of an overflow class no-show reserved places will be opened to drop-in students 3 minutes prior to class start. We accept class cancellations up to 60 minutes prior to the class online. Please call studio direct at 202-448-9680 if cancellation necessary less than 60 minutes prior to class start.

When to Arrive

Students are encouraged to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the start of class to allow plenty of time to check-in and settle into a comfortable place for your practice. If you find your favorite class is always filling up see note regarding class reservations. If you arrive late do take a moment to catch your breath. Please wait in lobby if the teacher is already in centering and you may join the class with the teacher’s invitation. Classes are closed 15 minutes after the start time.

Lobby Orientation

Please remove your shoes upon entering the lobby and store along the East wall shelving. CHY staff will greet and assist with making a class purchase if needed. The lobby has two restrooms that may also be used as a changing space. Please keep conversation low when a studio class is in session. Take all personal belongings with you into the yoga studio as CHY is not responsible for the damage or loss of items.

Studio Orientation

Please check in with the front desk and remove shoes prior to entering the yoga studio. Upon entering you may place your personal belonging in the cubbies & arrange your mat space. The teacher will let you know what props to have handy. At the close of the class continue the practice of karma yoga by replacing all props to the place and presentation in which you found them. If you borrowed a studio mat wipe down prior to putting away.

New to Yoga & Appropriate Class Level

Beginners are welcome! We encourage beginners to attend Level 1 classes and highly recommend our 4-week Yoga Basics series to learn the basic poses and become oriented to the layout of a yoga class. Browse our about yoga section to learn more.

And as our thanks for registering for your first class or workshop at Capitol Hill Yoga you will receive a free class card. Your free class will expire within 14 days of first studio visit. This promotion does not apply during the annual DC Yoga Week.

Special Conditions & Injuries

Anyone with series medical conditions or injuries should consult a doctor prior to beginning a yoga or Pilates practice. CHY classes offer a wonderfully therapeutic practice and we encourage you to listen to your body, taking the appropriate modifications. The practice should not hurt. Do let the teacher know of any specific conditions or injuries you are working with prior to the start of class.

Class Pass Policy

The 5 & 10 class passes will expire 3 months from date of first use. The 20 class passes will expire 6 months from date of first use. The passes are non-transferrable, non-freezable and non-refundable. The class pass bundles are offered at a discount as a reward to your regular dedication to practice. Please honor this policy.

Discounts

Capitol Hill Yoga offers a 10% discount on 5, 10 and 20 class passes to full-time college students, ages 60+, and CHAMPS members. Only one discount at a time applies. Must purchase pass in studio and present proper identification to receive discount. We are unable to extend discounts to further populations at this time.

Class Cancellations & Substitute Teachers

Capitol Hill Yoga reserves the right to arrange for a qualified substitute teacher as needed or to cancel classes due to inclement weather or staff emergencies. Any class cancellation will be denoted in the online reservation system. Necessary last minute class cancellations will be posted to home page, twitter and facebook within two hours of class start. Classes will meet on holidays unless specifically announced as canceled.