New Student Tool Kit
Your first visit to Crown Yoga is a big deal, whether you are new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner. Expect a warm welcome, experienced instructors, a pristine environment, and a variety of class options. In our Shala, it’s all about your wellness success and building up community. Everyone plays a part in creating a harmonious space.
Here is everything you need to know for an amazing experience at Crown Yoga!
Download the fitDEGREE app
Smartphone users: Download the fitDEGREE app and create or login with your account to easily view the class schedule, class details, and your booked classes.
stay connected!
Make sure you are subscribed to our emails and texts and that notifications are set to 'On' in the fitDEGREE app. You will receive confirmation and reminders about your booked classes as well as confirmation when you cancel or reschedule a class, when a class is cancelled, or/and when there is a studio closure. We also send notifications out about classes when there is inclement weather or a change to the schedule.
Read the Studio Policies and our Shared Agreements
Subscribe to our emails and texts and confirm your fitDEGREE app notifications are on. You will receive confirmations and reminders about your booked classes. And if the studio need to cancel a class or close the studio, those are our only guaranteed methods of communication with students. We also send notifications out about classes when there is inclement weather or a change to the schedule.
It is each student’s responsibility to review our Studio Policies and our Shared Agreements (student and studio responsibilities, respectively), which discuss studio etiquette, policies on membership uses, pricing and economic assistance, cancellations, refunds, events, and guest passes.
Classes and Booking
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From your home screen within the fitDEGREE app, scroll down to the profile icon on the bottoand select “See Full Schedule.”
Once in the full live schedule tab, find the class you would like to register for and click into the class.
Click the register button.
Sign any waivers presented by the studio.
From here, purchase any necessary class packages or memberships or apply your active class packages or memberships (e.g. Starter Pass).
Once you have selected your payment method, click the register button and you will be registered within your desired class!
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Please view our Cancellations policy under Studio Policies.
From your home screen within the fitDEGREE app, at the bottom right of your screen, find the profile icon and tap it.
Under Upcoming Registrations, tap the class you want to cancel.
In the new screen, tap on “Withdraw”.
In the pop up window, confirm your choice.
You will receive a notification of your cancellation.
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We offer a diverse range of classes at different times throughout the day and encourage you to explore them. Experiencing a combination of teacher styles and class styles will allow you to discover what best aligns with your wellness goals.
Your attendance not only supports your own wellness goals but also helps shape our schedule. We update it quarterly to ensure it reflects quarterly student preferences and feedback. Learn more about our classes »
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All of our classes are designed for every level of experience and ability. Our masterful teachers are skilled at offering modifications to accommodate everyone—from those just beginning their yoga journey to seasoned practitioners and those with injuries. (Note Hatha II is an intermediate class and not great for beginners.)
Prepare for class
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Students at Crown Yoga are encouraged to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the start of class. Crown Yoga doesn’t have a private lobby, so doors close right at the start of class to avoid distractions caused by late arrivals. If you arrive late and are unable to get into class, cancel your class booking and set up your next class.
Below are helpful guidelines to successfully prepare for your first class:
Saucha. Remove your shoes upon entering the yoga studio. This simple act helps us maintain a clean and inviting space for everyone to practice.
In yoga, the first of the five Niyamas is saucha, which means purity or cleanliness, and it extends to both our physical space and our bodies. Many cultures view removing shoes before entering a space as a sign of respect. By leaving your shoes at the door, you honor this tradition and create a mindful transition into your practice, setting the stage for a more focused and enriching experience.
We provide benches and coat racks at the studio entrance for your shoes and belongings. Thank you in advance for respecting this policy.
Temperate. We are a temperate yoga studio and do not offer hot yoga classes. Our studio temperature stays at around 69 to 70 degrees (f) and is very comfortable for our yoga classes and the styles of yoga we teach.
Hygiene. Showering before class is not required; however, do be mindful of possible body odors or other strong scents you might bring in that may distract your fellow yogis.
Scents. Essential oils and deodorant are welcome in the studio; however, please save your dabs of perfume or cologne for after your class. This avoids scent distractions and sensitivities other yogis may have to scents.
Attire. You absolutely DO NOT need fancy yoga fits for a yoga class. Wear breathable clothing that allows you to move freely. You don’t need moisture-wicking clothing, but it may make you more comfortable.
Hydration. Drinking H2O before (and during!) class will help you maintain your energy level, prevent fatigue, improve body movement, regulate your body temperature, and prevent overheating.
Sustenance. Save your meals for after your class(es). A full stomach can cause discomfort during poses, especially true for inversions and twists, as the movement of your body can interfere with digestion, leading to nausea, bloating, and difficulty focusing on your practice
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Our studio has all the props students need for all of the classes we offer; however, we have a limited number of mats to loan. Please bring your yoga mat and a bottle of water.
If you have favorite props from your home practice, you’re welcome to bring those to class.
Logistics
Students are encouraged to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the start of class. Crown Yoga doesn’t have a private lobby, so doors close right at the start of class to avoid distractions caused by late arrivals. If you arrive late and are unable to get into class, cancel your class booking and set up your next class.
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Crown Yoga is located at 17056 116th Avenue SE, Renton, WA, 98058. We are in the Cascade Village plaza, in a suite on the sound end of the former Bowling Alley building.
From SE Petrovitsky Road, turn north onto 116th Ave SE.
On the right, you will pass the U.S. Post Office and several restaurants and merchants.
At the Cascade Village monument sign, turn right into the plaza.
Visit Contact Us for a Google Maps street view image of our location.
Drive past Dominos and veer slighting to the left toward the south side of the former Bowl building.
Crown is located between 32 Below Soft Serve and NW Audio.
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By car: There is plenty of free parking directly in front of our studio as well as in adjacent lots.
By bus: We are a very short walk from King County Metro bus route 148, which stops along SE 168th St and 116th Ave SE.
By cycle: Those who choose to ride in are invited to lock it up their cycle outside the studio doors. Due to the size of our studio, it’s not conducive to bring bikes inside the studio.
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Students are encouraged to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the start of class. Crown Yoga doesn’t have a private lobby, so doors close right at the start of class to avoid distractions caused by late arrivals. If you arrive late and are unable to get into class, cancel your class booking and set up your next class.
You’ve Arrived! Now what?
Students are encouraged to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the start of class. Crown Yoga doesn’t have a private lobby, so doors close right at the start of class to avoid distractions caused by late arrivals. If you arrive late and are unable to get into class, cancel your class booking and set up your next class.
Tap on an accordion tab below for detailed information.
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Entering the space mindfully
Please be mindful of the energy and calm of the the studio when you enter. We ask students enter with reverence and quiet, hang up their bags and place shoes in the benches.
Make sure your phones are off, on silent, or in airplane mode during class.
Note that no shoes are allowed on the studio flooring.
Security and Safety
Our studio has two security cameras that are in compliance with Washington State law and do not record audio. One camera faces the front door; the other camera faces the back door. The cameras exist for the safety and security of students, guests, teachers, staff, and anyone walking by the space. We also use footage for insurance and liability purposes. Please contact our admin team if you have questions about the cameras (hello@crownyoga.co).
Preparing your practice space
Lay out your mat, grab your props, and use the restroom before class begins. (Restrooms are located in the common hallway behind the studio. Please see the back door on your way to the hallway for the restroom code.)
Grab a tea if you have time and relax on your mat or chat with other students.
Please keep your voice to a whisper to respect the space and allow everyone to settle in quietly.
Adjustment cards
Teachers may offer hands-on adjustments during class. If so, they will offer you a consent card, which you can place at the top of your mat. This lets your teacher know whether you are open or not to hands-on adjustments while in a pose. You may always ask the teacher for hands-on adjustments if it suits you, even if the consent cards are not offered.
Connect with your teachers
If you have any physical limitations, injuries, are pregnant, or have sensitivities to incense or smoke, or any other concerns, inform your yoga teacher. Your safety, comfort, and wellbeing are important to us, and sharing this information helps us tailor the experience for you.
Honor your body
In each yoga class, honor your body’s unique rhythm. If you ever feel overwhelmed, listen to your body, mind, and spirit. Feel free to take a seat or lie down on your mat, reconnect with your breath, and rejoin when you’re ready. Child’s Pose is a wonderful way to center yourself and find calm. Embrace the poses that resonate with you, and feel free to modify or skip those that don’t. Simply commit to staying for the whole class and enjoy the experience.
After class
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Return props. After class, return your props to the shelves. Mat cleaner is available if you’d like to freshen up your mat. If you borrowed a mat, kindly clean it before returning it. Thank you for helping us keep the space tidy and ready for the next students.
Build community. We encourage you get acquainted with other Crown Yoga students and the teacher, and begin to build your yoga community! Your teacher will be available after class to answer any questions you may have.
Exiting the space. Please exit the space quietly as you leave.
Most of all…
Our studio is a space for rest, rejuvenation, wellness, health, and comfort. We warmly invite you to be here in whatever way helps you embrace and benefit from these experiences. If you have any questions at all, please contact us (hello@crownyoga.co).