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What to Bring to Your First Yoga Class
A mat, water, comfortable clothes and a few small comforts make up a short list.
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Yoga doesn't ask for much gear, and the sources all agree on that. The basics are a mat, water, comfortable clothing and a couple of small comfort items, which vary with the style of class. Hot or Bikram classes add a towel. Beyond that, the core kit barely changes from one style to another. Studios sometimes provide mats. Bringing your own is still recommended, for hygiene and because you already know how it grips and cushions.
Why these items are on the list
- Yoga mat. Bring your own even when the studio provides one, for hygiene and a grip you already know.
- Water bottle. Bring it for after class at minimum, even if the style discourages drinking during the session.
- Towel. Needed specifically for hot or Bikram-style classes.
- Comfortable, non-restrictive clothing. Athletic wear that moves with you, and nothing with a loose hem to trip on.
- Hair tie. For anything past shoulder length, since forward folds get in the way otherwise.
- Bag or tote for everything. Keeps the mat, water and towel together and easy to grab on the way out.
Tick it off on your phone as you pack, or share it with whoever is coming along to the class and check things off together.
When to use it
Use it whenever you like, since there is no strong season for it.