An open welcome
Ask about a class before joining, especially if there is anything you would like the teacher to understand.
The people who hold the space.
Meet the real people behind the classes, their interests and the way they teach.

A teacher’s approach matters. Before joining, ask about the format, the level and how different options are offered within the class. If you would like to know more about the teaching approach before joining, get in touch. A useful first conversation can help you choose a comfortable starting point.
Ask about a class before joining, especially if there is anything you would like the teacher to understand.
Useful practice can include effort, curiosity, rest and a different option when you need one.
The aim is a practice you can understand and return to, rather than a shape to compare yourself with.
A useful movement practice can begin with noticing. How does the floor feel? Where is effort helpful? When is a different option more appropriate?
Still makes room for those questions. Clear instruction and a considerate setting help the practice feel approachable, with space for each person’s starting point.