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FAQs

General information

What are the benefits of yoga?

  • Correct misalignment and bad posture
  • Sleeps better
  • Relieves stress
  • Improves strength and flexibility
  • Weight control
  • Creates mental / emotional stability
  • Strengthen the immune system
  • Great for injury prevention
  • Increases energy and mental clarity

Can men do yoga ?

Yes, definitely. Yoga is a health practice suitable for both genders.

What is Hatha Yoga?

The word “ha” means sun and “tha” means moon. Hatha Yoga brings balance between the Yin (moon) and Yang (sun) qualities in you. Hatha Yoga is one of the classical school of yoga which aims to achieve self realisation through physical body. Practices include yoga poses, breathing techniques, cleansing techniques and meditation.

What is Vinyasa Yoga?

Vinyasa Yoga is a modern style of yoga and categorised under Hatha Yoga. The main difference between classical Hatha Yoga and Vinyasa Yoga is that, Vinyasa Yoga is a creative form of yoga where poses are linked together through the breath in a flowing sequence.

What is Yoga Flow?

Yoga Flow is similar to Vinyasa Yoga but usually it is at a lesser intense.

What if I am not flexible?

Flexibility is not a pre-requisite of yoga practice. In fact, it is one of the good results of yoga which will come with time. Remember, “Practice… and all will come”.

Should I eat before yoga?

It is recommended not to eat a full meal 2-3 hours before yoga. If you must eat before exercise, take only light meal (cereal, milk, few biscuits or light salads) and allow 30 minutes to 1 hour interval before class starts.

What should I bring to a yoga class?

Non-skid yoga mat, water bottle, towel and most important, bring a good attitude.

What should I wear?

Light, stretchy and comfortable clothes which will not restrict your movement.

Learning with Qi Yoga

What is your class schedule?

While private yoga session is a perfect way to schedule your own convenient time, you can choose your preferred timing! For courses and workshops schedule, please click here.

Where are you located?

Qi Yoga school has a home base at Bukit Mertajam, Penang. We switched to digital yoga studio since 2020. Practice with us online or at one of our in-person pop-up events.

What style of yoga do you teach?

I teach Hatha, Flow, Vinyasa and Prenatal yoga.

What are your teaching languages?

Classes are mainly taught in English with translation in Mandarin and Hokkien upon request.

Do you offer yoga for kids?

Not at the moment. However, class can be made up with arrangement. Welcome to leave us a message if you are interested.

I am a beginner, which class should I start with?

Private yoga lesson is highly recommended as your individual practice needs can be fully supported. The poses and sequence are selectively chosen to meet your specific needs. Other than that, all of our courses and workshops do take in students with few classes experience.

How do I sign up?

You can sign up for our courses here or get in touch with us if you need further information through our Contact page here.

How do I make a payment?

Once you have signed up, you can transfer the payment to us in accordance to the banking details below:
Bank: CIMB
Account No: 800-380-3656
Name: Qi Yoga

We will need you to send us a copy of the receipt or simply a screenshot of the transfer via:
WhatsApp: +60 12-529 5218, or
Email: hello@qiyogastudio.com
upon which a confirmation shall be sent to you.