Kathy Ann - 2004-04-15 4:21 PM
I usually stay to the back of the room in class, only occasionally go up in the first row. Last night we had a very small class
(only 6-7 people
) with the male instructor. Anyway, I decided to go up in the first row, under one of the ceiling fans
(3 in the room
) and next to the window. The window stays closed but they usually leave the shade open so it tends to transfer some coolness from outside. Anyway, I was amazed at how much cooler that spot was compared to other parts of the room. Too cool actually because I didn't sweat nearly as much and the class seemed too easy. Not that I did much better in the asanas than I usually do, just that it seemed easier. It made me realize that I really do enjoy the intensity and challenge of the heat. And I love to sweat profusely - that feels like such a release and purification to me.
Last week after another small class with the male instructor, another girl and I were talking to him and he said he was surprised that nobody had asked any questions since it was such a small class and people should take advantage of the opportunity. I said
(somewhat jokingly
) "I didn't know we were allowed to ask questions".
So, last night he encouraged us at the beginning of class to ask questions or voice complaints if we wanted since it was a small class and a couple of people
(including yours truly
) did!
Love those small classes!