Christmas shopping can be stressful, so to save you the headaches and shopping centre crowds, we’ve put together our top 5 gift ideas for the yogis in your life – whether they’re a newbie or experienced practitioner!
1. GIFT VOUCHERS - are the perfect way to give a flexible gift, that allows the receiver to choose what products or services they get. Yoga To Go Studio gift vouchers are valid for 3 years and can be purchase for a dollar value or to attend specific courses, classes and workshops.
Here’s a quick price guide to give you an idea of what value to buy:
o Casual class – $24 in studio/ $20 online
o 6-week Beginners course - $125 in studio only
o 10 class pass - $220 in studio/ $160 online
o Sarah’s 3-day Christmas and NY workshops - $120 each in studio only
o Seniors online yoga (60+) - $15 casual/ $110 for a 10-class pass
2. YOGA PROPS: are great for any yogi who is using furniture and books from around the house to support their yoga practice. They’re also handy to have when travelling or if you simply get the urge for a little self-practice – hello Setu Bandha Sarvangasana on a block!
With student numbers in studios and gyms still restricted, we know that getting to a class is not always easy or possible and that’s why we have continued our online classes and have a range of yoga props available for purchase and pick up from the studio, including:
o Mats - $30
o Belts - $15
o Blocks - $18 each or two for $30
Simply email info@yogatogo.com.au or call 02 9569 0870 to check product availability and place an order.
3. YOGA BOOKS – are full of useful information, instructions and inspiration, whether you’re a beginner or more advanced yogi there are a range of great books available from booksellers and our favourite online yoga store – iYogaprops.
Here’s 3 of the most popular books written by BKS Iyengar:
o Light on Yoga - is the fullest and most practical yoga book on the subject of yoga, featuring detailed images and explaining in detail how to perform more than 200 yoga postures. It also introduces pranayama, bandhas and kriyas, and has a good introductory discussion on yoga - $27.50
o Tree of Yoga - includes a collection of essays that covers a wide range of topics: from food and health to life and death, from the nature of yoga practice to guidelines for teachers - $36.50
o Light on Life – talks about how we can transform ourselves by bringing yogic principles into all aspects of daily living and explores the yogic goal to integrate the body, emotions, mind and soul; the role that postures and breathing play in our search for wholeness; and how yoga can help us to live in harmony with the world - $32.50
4. INCENSE AND CANDLES - help set the mood and make your home smell just like a day spa or yoga studio. At YTGS we regularly burn a stick of incense to help clear the room’s energy before and after class. The gentle scent has a calming effect on the mind and body, which helps you slow down and relax.
Most health food stores and gift shops stock scented candles and incense, ranging in quality and price from very cheap ($2) to expensive ($60+). Here’s 3 types of incense and what they’re good for:
o Sage - is said to have antibacterial properties that helps purify the air from bacteria and bad energy.
o Nag Champa – is a blend of florals and Sandalwood that aids focus and meditation.
o Lavendar - gentle and soothing, this floral incense is great before bed and often used for healing and recovery.
5. PUNE SHORTS - may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but those who love them insist that once you wear Pune-shorts, you’ll never go back!
Pune shorts or bloomers were originally worn by Indian women when practicing yoga, to allow complete freedom of movement while still ensuring their modesty. According to one story it was Ramamani Iyengar – the wife of BKS Iyengar who invented them…
They come in lots of colours and patterns, and make a fun stocking stuffer! Check out Etsy for lots of Pune pants options.
Caring for your health and wellbeing has never been more important, particularly after such an emotionally and mentally challenging year - and yoga is the perfect tool to help manage and navigate all of life’s ups and downs….
Give the gift of wellbeing, balance and transformation with YTGS this Christmas!
Send us any questions or more yogi Christmas gift ideas - email info@yogatogo.com.au or message and tag us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
