If you’ve ever arrived at Nirvana after class has started and found the front door locked, you might have wondered why we do this.
The short answer? Everything we do at Nirvana is intentional. And this is no exception.
When we lock the door at class time, it gives everyone inside the studio uninterrupted time on their mats. No doors opening, unexpected interruptions, or distractions pulling you out of your practice from the moment we begin.
It also gives you peace of mind knowing that your belongings are safe in the entryway, so you can settle in, tune inward, and be fully present for the time you've set aside for yourself.
We're a small studio, and we care a lot about the details of your experience. That includes creating an environment where you can truly unplug and focus on you!
A few things to keep in mind:
Plan to arrive 5–10 minutes before class so you have time to check in, set up your mat, and settle in.
If you're running behind, please understand that once class begins, the door is locked and we aren't able to let late arrivals in.
Give yourself a little extra time for traffic, parking, or anything else that might come up along the way.
We know life happens, and we understand that running late isn't intentional. But this policy is rooted in our genuine care for the people in the room and the experience we're creating together.
Everything we do here has a reason behind it, just like our “no-phone zone”. We want your time at Nirvana to feel like time that's truly yours, and keeping the studio door locked once class begins is one small way we help make that happen.
Thanks for understanding and helping us protect that experience. 🤍
See you on your mat,
Chelsea, Owner
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