Yes. All Bikram classes are suitable for beginners. 90 minutes with 26 postures wrapped up in 2 breathing exercises. Every class has all levels of students.

All Himalayan Kriya Yoga classes are accessible to all. Classes are 90 and 75 minutes long. each class differs depending on who is present and the day. 

If you are on a pass you can go use your pass on any class in our schedule.

Yes, anyone can. In your class there will be levels of experience, all ages, sizes and shapes.  You might practice next to people who are recovering from hip or knee replacements, chronic back pain, new mothers, professional athletes, carpenters, bankers, teachers, firefighters, retirees or high school/college students. 

It’s not about doing the poses perfectly and it’s not about how you look, it’s about trying the right way. All you have to do is try and you will get results.

Of all the comments we hear from first-timers, this one wins hands down!  99% of our students are regular people like you who first turned up to class and didn’t think they were very flexible. It’s exactly why you come to yoga! And a myriad of other beautiful benefits as well. Link to the benefits page. If you feel you are not flexible or blocked, we recommend starting with Himalayan Kriya Yoga to unblock and clear all that does not serve you. Combining the asana practice of Bikram with the energetic cleansing of Himalayan Kriya Yoga makes both practices more rewarding and beneficial.

Your first class is primarily to get an idea of Bikram Yoga. Expect that this may be one of the hardest things you will ever do, but know that you can sit or lie down whenever you need, drink water and rest.

It is very common to feel overwhelmed or a bit odd during your first visit. Please take it easy. And don’t expect too much of yourself.

As a first timer, you’ll likely be towards the back of the yoga room. In front of you will be students of all levels of experience. You can watch these students and follow along. The teacher will guide you with clear instruction, but there are no expectations upon you at all. Simply do what you can do. It’s up to you to proceed at your own pace.

We’d like to encourage you to come along and decide for yourself.

If you are new to Himalayan Kriya Yoga, just come to expect the unexpected. 

That’s OK, in fact it is completely normal! Almost without exception it is everyone’s concern when they start. Expect to feel hot, but know that the teacher will look after you, you will become used to the heat and eventually not even notice it!

And we do have other options, the Intermediate Hatha Yoga uses less heat than Bikram, usually around 34 deg. 

Himalayan Kriya Yoga is not heated, so  we have you covered each way.

Many of our students first come to yoga in their middle years nursing chronic ailments. Knees and backs are favourites.  

They are in their 50s, 60s and 70s. This goes for several of our teachers too. 🙂

Himalayan Kriya Yoga is specifically designed to remove the stories, drama, trauma and karma we carry in our bodies and is a perfect accompaniment to Bikram Yoga.

Bikram Yoga is specifically designed to be accessible to all ages. It is not a contortion exhibition or a gymnastics competition, it is beginners’ yoga. 

While the room is challenging, the postures are gentle and you can take each to your own level.  You will get a non-impact cardiovascular workout while at the same time improving the function and mobility of your joints and the strength of your spine.  Many of our postures are one legged, so helping with balance and maintaining bone density. Bikram Yoga has been developed to help rehabilitate the body, whatever your age.

We always say “be well hydrated” and we’re often asked – how much is that? We know that 2 litres a day is a great start. 8 glasses. For a morning class we recommend you drink between half a litre and one litre from when you wake. Practising an afternoon class make sure you’ve had a couple of litres of water through the day. Of course these are general guidelines and will vary depending upon environmental conditions, metabolism, weight, activity.

We recommend that you drink plenty of water before and after class. You are less likely to feel light-headed or dizzy during class if you hydrate yourself during the day.

Don’t eat a big meal less than 3 hours before class.  A small snack an hour or so before is fine.

It is not unusual to feel nauseous, dizzy, tingly, cold, hot, sweaty, disorientated or like you need a good nap after your first few classes! You are doing something that is new, and your body (and mind) need to adapt. The great news is that your mind is the most adaptable machine on the planet. Your body has begun to cleanse itself as a result of the yoga practice. Don’t be scared. After your first few classes this sensation will pass. The more you can relax as you give 110% effort during class, the more energised you will feel throughout the class and throughout your day.

Definitely! Bikram Yoga is an effective cardiovascular workout. Apart from strengthening your heart and lungs you will heal and restore the functioning of every system of your body. To get fit practice regularly and consistently.

Your intention in class defines the impact it has on you. 

How quickly you progress will depend entirely on you – to a small extent upon your natural ability, but mostly upon the honest commitment and effort you give to your yoga practice. Make a change to your schedule and include yoga twice a week as part of your commitment to your health and you will start to see changes within a few short weeks.

After almost 25 years of teaching Bikram Yoga here at Brooky we have taught literally tens of thousands of people and we have found that most people are surprised and excited by how quickly they see and feel changes after only a few classes.

With Himalayan Kriya Yoga you will feel the impact for 48 hours after your first class.

Bikram Yoga Brookvale has created a safe environment enabling you to stretch, strengthen and nourish your body, mind and spirit. Our mission is to support you along your path.