What do I need to wear or bring?
Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and be prepared to take your shoes and socks off. Yoga is practiced with bare feet, (pedicures not required!) You’ll also need a yoga mat. Most students prefer to buy their own. We have mats available for sale in our boutique and for use in the studio. For your safety and everyone’s comfort, please keep jewelry and perfume to a minimum. A bottle of water is recommended.
Do I need to make a reservation or check in before class?
You are encouraged to arrive at least 10 minutes before class and we ask that you sign in at the front desk (earlier if this is your first class so you can fill out release and waiver forms). Please turn off your cell phones and pagers. Please remove your shoes before entering the studio.
Where are you located?
Inspiring Actions Hudson, WI
1370 Hosford Street, Hudson, WI – Click here for map.
Directions from Interstate 94:
I-94 to Carmichael Rd /Exit #2. Go South on Carmichael Road. Take first right onto Crest View Drive. Go almost a mile and turn left on Dominion Drive. At the stop sign, continue straight, go down a small hill and you’ll be in the parking lot.
Inspiring Actions River Falls, WI
128B South Main Street, River Falls WI 54022 – Click here for map.
I’m not flexible, can I still do yoga?
Absolutely, the key is to honor your body. Inspiring Actions is a non-competitive environment where we encourage you to simply accept where you are at, with no judgment. Our skilled instructors may be able to bend over backwards, but they’ll do so to help you, not intimidate you! No frustration, just gratitude.
What if I can’t do something the rest of the class can?
Then breathe and modify. We offer classes for all experience levels and if you encounter a pose that you are not quite ready for, focus on your breath and ask your instructor for modifications. (Odds are someone else feels just like you!) You may always go into a resting posture like child’s pose or mountain. Remember, this is your practice and no one else’s. Honor your body and in time you’ll master the poses and move into more advanced classes.
What if I have an injury or medical condition?
Yoga has many proven health benefits; physical, emotional and spiritual. However, before you start any exercise program you should talk to your doctor or health care provider. It is also essential that you communicate any and all pre-existing medical conditions or injuries to your instructor before class so certain poses can be modified to accommodate your needs.
Does yoga really help manage stress?
Yoga can provide wonderful relief from stress. It is a complete union of mind, body and spirit. Yoga promotes mental clarity and calmness, enhances self-awareness and creates an overall sense of well being. Yoga is often prescribed by health care providers for the relief of stress. The Mayo Clinic recommends it as part of a complete health program. Click here for the Mayo Clinic’s recommendation.
I want to lose weight and gain strength. Can yoga help with that?
Yes! All of our yoga classes, from beginner to advanced (practiced regularly) can help you lose weight and gain strength. Our yoga classes are a combination of breath work and movement, enabling you to increase your metabolism and burn calories. (You will sweat!) The inner focus you’ll gain in yoga will help you be more mindful of what you are eating and how you are treating your body outside of class. In addition, yoga improves muscle tone, flexibility and your posture helping you to look leaner.
Do you have the same classes at both your studios?
Yes. We offer traditional Hatha and Vinyasa style classes at both locations offering a nice mix of intensity on any given day. Specialty classes such as heated yoga and barre yoga are offered at our Hudson location.
Are your teachers trained?
Yes. All our teachers have a minimum of a 200hr yoga teacher certification. Many have gone on to seek higher education in specialty areas of their interest. Click here for full bios of our teachers.
Do you offer hot yoga?
Yes. We offer several heated yoga classes each week at our Hudson studio. Our heated class temperatures range from 85-95 degrees, making them accessible to the greater public. Some classes are high intensity, and an all-time favorite is heated stretch which allows for improved range of motion in the body.
What do I wear to yoga class?
Comfortable, flexible bottoms like yoga pants, jogging pants, or shorts. A form-fitting top that won’t hang over your head when you’re upside down. For women, a sports bra that offers enough support for the type of yoga you’re practicing. Dress in layers as most classes begin and end in stillness (i.e., long-sleeved shirt over a tank top, socks).
Do we have to be bare feet?
Yoga is typically practiced barefoot. However, some people prefer to wear socks and some wear shoes if they need more support.
Do you have yoga classes for kids?
Yes. Depending on teacher availability, we often have kids yoga classes after school and on the weekends.
Can I do yoga if I am overweight?
Yes. Yoga is a practice that meets each person where they’re at. Initially, some modifications may be introduced to make the student more comfortable. If weight loss is a goal, yoga has many benefits to support that process. It helps regulate and balance metabolism, creates body awareness, improves strength, and reduces stress. A positive environment and community are other benefits to help support weight loss.
Do you have online classes?
Yes. We have several Zoom integrated live classes each week and an extensive on-demand library. Your online class experience can be explored during your intro trial at the studio.
How can I become a yoga instructor?
We hold frequent yoga teacher training at our Hudson studio. For more information, email help@inspiringactions.com
How many people are usually in a class?
We pride ourselves on offering students a welcoming and intimate yoga experience. Although class sizes vary, our average class size has 8 people.
Do I have to have my own yoga mat?
No. We have yoga mats for your use at no extra charge. We also sell a wide range of high-quality yoga mats at both locations if you decide you’d like your own.
How do I know which yoga class to sign up for?
Our class schedule lists days, times, and descriptions of all our classes. If you still have questions, email help@inspiringactions.com or call (715)381-3148 and our knowledgeable staff will be happy to help you.
What kind of yoga do you do?
We offer traditional hatha yoga and many classes incorporate vinyasa flow. Hatha means ‘sun and moon’. It balances the masculine and feminine energies, can be slower moving and provide a more meditative experience. Vinyasa is a dynamic style of yoga that gets your heart pumping. Common hatha yoga poses are taught at a faster pace where the breath is synchronized with movement. The breath and movement connection bring harmony to the mind and body.
Are your classes co-ed?
Yes. Our classes are all inclusive. We welcome all gender identities.
Do you have yoga for beginners?
Yes. Our signature Yoga 101 4-week introductory series is great for beginners. We have been offering this class since 2008 and hundreds of people have successfully completed the course.
What kind of equipment do I need to have?
You do not need any equipment to start yoga. We provide yoga mats for your use at no extra charge.
Do you sell yoga supplies?
Yes. We sell yoga mats, bolsters, blocks, straps, and other clothing items at both locations.
How long have you been in business?
We proudly opened our doors, in Hudson, on January 28, 2008. We added the second location in River Falls on March 8, 2019.
