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Frequently Asked Questions

In this section, you'll find the frequently asked questions.
I hope this addresses any enquiries you may have about classes and sessions.

What style of yoga is it that you do?

Core Flow or Hatha Flow - Are my main styles of yoga. A medium paced hatha flow style class with a blend of active movements, longer holds for strength and balance, Pilates core work, neuro-fitness and nerve flossing / gliding exercises, all with the breath as the vital link throughout. Designed to offer a little challenge and empower you, whilst quietening the mind. Often themed around the seasons, elements or working on certain areas of the body.

A reasonable level of fitness or mobility is required for the hatha/core flow classes (i.e. to be able to get up and down off the floor fairly easily). A more detailed description can be found here

I have an injury, illness or feel a bit unfit that stops me doing certain things, can I still join?

Yes, everything can be modified but best to contact first or better still, to fill in the online health form here and I can advise.

How long are classes?

Most of my classes are traditional 90 minute classes, except for chair yoga which is 75 minutes, Zumba which is 55 and Yin which is 95. If you can only do an hour, that is fine! Just let Vernette know beforehand and she'll include a break within the sequence, where it's a good time that you can leave.

How much are classes?

Pay As You Go:

IN-PERSON YOGA (60 / 95 mins): £13
ZOOM YOGA (60 / 95 mins): £11
HERSHAM ZUMBA £8
ZOOM ZUMBA (50mins): £7.50

Non-Consecutive Class Passes:

(T&Cs apply - PLEASE read them before purchasing)

ALL CLASS Pass (any class online or in person) £50 for 5, £90 for10
ONLINE ONLY - Yoga Pass £48 for 5, £89.50 for10
ONLINE ONLY - Zumba Pass £34.50 for 5, £68 for 10

How do I book / reschedule / cancel?

You can book via the timetable, once you have filled in the online health form and waited for a reply. There are also

Video Tutorials on how to do this on the website:

Where does the name Vernette come from? (always getting asked this!!)

(Celtic/Latin origins)

Vern: Gaulish/Celtic: - alder tree - springlike, full of life. Alder Tree on Celtic Ogham (ancient Irish alphabet and Celtic tree wisdom) symbolizes strength, safety, protection, determination and confidence.

Ver/Vern/Verna/Vernal : Latin - spring or spring green (Vernal Spring equinox)

Vern: Norse: protection, shield

Related to the colour green in French, vert and Italian, verde

Can anyone join the Zumba Gold Class in Hersham?

Yes! Men do it too! It's somewhere between Zumba and Zumba Gold. It doesn't have any jumping but its not as slow as true Zumba Gold. It's Zumba Gold-ish! It's pay as you go £8

What is yoga? Where does it come from?

Yoga is an invaluable gift that our ancestors have given us. Yoga embodies unity of mind, body, breath; a holistic approach to health and well being. Click above to learn the history and origins of yoga. Check out the resources, articles and blog pages to find out how Yoga helped Vernette and how it can help you too!

MEN! also check it out to find out why yoga is not just for women!

What makes a great teacher?

Two answers from two of my teachers:

“A great yoga teacher embodies the qualities of humility, integrity, patience, knowledge and humour. They are on the path, working on themselves, so they can be a lighthouse for consciousness.” Katy Appleton (appleyoga.com)

“A good yoga teacher is a practitioner not a performer. Always have the time to help, adjust or give instruction in breath work as well as asana and remembers to get off the mat. A great teacher needs the eye, the hand, and most importantly, the heart.” Anne-Marie Newland (sun-power-yoga.co.uk)

"A good teacher remains a student."

How can I book a 1:1?

Contact me via the contact form. 1:1's are held on Monday, Wednesday daytime online only and Thursday and Friday daytimes either at your home, online or in Hersham.

How can I book a therapy such as massage?

Available on Friday daytimes in Hersham or in your home, contact for more details and booking.

I'm going through the menopause, what do you offer that can help?

All Vernette's classes are menopause informed, but she also offers 1-2-1 sessions in menopause coaching which covers lifestyle, exercise, mindset, nutrition, strategies, advice, therapies and breathwork to help manage symptoms.

What do I need to know before class?

In Person Class Information & Etiquette

Please, do NOT DROP-IN, classes are by BOOKING ONLY so please enquire first and fill in ParQ (health/waiver) form here - thank you.
PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND with ANY illness, especially COVID / cough / cold symptoms. You will be refused participation if you turn up clearly ill and will lose your booking payment. It's just not fair on those near you and the instructor.
YOGA CLASS INFO - Bring your own proper sticky, non slip yoga mat, chunky yoga brick, strap, water and blanket for relaxation if you have them. If you would prefer no hands on assists or close up guidance, please let the instructor know via email prior to class or privately at the start of class.
Clothing - Bring extra layers in spring /autumn / winter as some halls can be a bit chilly. The heating is often off from May to October, although I have my own heaters, it's still wise to layer up. Please wear, comfortable, moveable (decent) clothing, that protects your modesty and respects others! (ie no loose short shorts and no see through cycling shorts.....please!!) If you become pregnant Please tell Vernette BEFORE attending class as it may not be wise to continue practice, especially in the first trimester. Classes are not designed with pregnancy in mind but can be modified if already have an established practice.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early. Entering classes late is disturbing to others. If you do arrive a few minutes late, please make sure that you enter as slowly and quietly as you can.
At some venues, the doors will be shut at class start time so you won't get in if late.
Entry to halls is 15 minutes prior to class start time.
Practice on an empty stomach. It is recommended that you do not eat a heavy meal at least three hours before practice. A light meal is okay 1-2 hours beforehand.
Please help preserve the peace and be sure to turn off your mobile phone before entering the class so that its quiet and the bluetooth off as the class maybe streamed live and it interferes with the mic headset.
Although all classes are open, all abilities, a reasonable level of fitness or mobility is required for some of the classes as they are fairly active, flowing hatha yoga, including slow to medium paced flowing movements as well as some holding postures. If you can get up and down off the floor with relative ease, you'll be ok in the hatha flow classes, otherwie chair yoga, yin yoga or yogalates may be more suitable if you want or need the class to be on one level.

Is there anything I need to know before doing Zumba?

ZUMBA CLASS INFO -

Bring water and towel as you may get sweaty! To protect your knees, it's advisable to wear shoes or sneakers that don't have too much tread such as flexible soled plimsoles, pumps, dance shoes, cross training shoes are better. If running trainers are all you have, be careful to keep steps quite small.

How do I do a class online?

Online Class Information

Zoom Live Streaming Classes

Some are live-streamed from in person group classes, some solely just online. Click on a class for more info.

DISCLAIMER: We sometimes have some tech wobbles, but generally it's all pretty good.YOU are responsible for all that you do as I'm not there with you so make sure your space is safe and that you read ALL of the information for practice and ZOOM setup below.

INFORMATION ON HOW TO DO CLASSES AND PRIVATE SESSIONS THROUGH ZOOM

1) DOWNLOAD ZOOM app to your phone or laptop or desktop from here: https://zoom.us/download#client_4meeting

It will be useful to have a go with Zoom before the class if you aren’t familiar with using it. You can also watch a few of these 1 minute tutorials which are really helpful. Here's the link for those: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362193-Joining-a-Meeting

2) Then choose the class you wish to join on the timetable and book in. You will receive a confirmation of booking with a zoom link in, which will either open in the browser or the app you've downloaded. Please join the meeting early by pressing the link and you will be taken to a ‘waiting room' where I will admit you to the class just before we start. I will NOT be giving tech advice at the start of the class, so I say again, have a play and familiarise yourself with it. If you do not want to be seen by me and the other people taking the class please press the ‘STOP VIDEO’ option which is the button next to the mute button. I also have the video subscription for on demand recorded classes and videos.