Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.
How much do meditation classes cost near me?
Meditation classes cost $15 to $30 per person for a group session. One-on-one sessions cost $60 to $150 per hour for a more individualized experience. Some teachers offer online virtual classes for groups or individuals with ongoing monthly plans.
Higher prices apply for supplemental add-ons to enhance meditation, such as aromatherapy or sound baths with Tibetan singing bowls.
What should you expect at a meditation class?
Meditation classes typically start with an introductory talk. Then everyone closes their eyes and sits still. Classes can include a simple guided breathing technique to reduce stress and tension. If it's a guided meditation session, then the teacher speaks each instruction for focusing.
Note: The length of the silent pauses during the class will vary depending on the technique and style. Some meditation classes are in complete silence from beginning to end. Afterward, there may be a questions and answer session and light refreshments.
Why should you go to a meditation class?
Benefits from going to a mediation class include:
Reducing stress and releasing mental tension
Increasing self-awareness
Enhancing creativity and imagination
Promoting mental clarity by focusing on the present moment
Lowering blood pressure
Decreasing anxiety
Helping to relieve depression
Boosting personal and spiritual growth
How long is a meditation class?
Most meditation classes last for 30 to 60 minutes. Longer classes on meditation retreats typically have a short break in between for bathroom trips and stretching your legs.
How do you prepare for a meditation class?
Do prepare for a meditation class by taking a bathroom break, drinking some water, and doing a few gentle stretches to get into a comfortable sitting posture.
Do not eat a large meal or drink alcohol less than 2 hours before class because these things can make you fall asleep when trying to meditate. Having a lot of caffeine before a meditation class can make it harder to sit still.
What do you bring to a meditation class?
Things to bring to a meditation class include:
A change of comfortable clothing if you're coming from the office
A meditation pillow, yoga mat, or bench to sit on
An eye mask if the lighting is distracting
A journal and pen to track insights
Tip: Ask the meditation center or teacher beforehand about which items they have available.
What should you wear to a meditation class?
The ideal clothing to wear for a meditation class is comfortable clothing that lets you to breathe easily and sit on the floor or stretch a little. Loose-fitting clothing is ideal.
What classes complement meditation classes?
Yoga classes complement meditation classes since the postures prepare the body and mind for meditation. Yoga classes cost$15 to $25 per group class while a private lesson costs $30 to $70 per class. Tai Chi classes also help focus the mind for meditation.
How do I find a meditation class near me?
When searching for a nearby meditation class, first decide which type of meditation you are interested in. Then compare class fees and read their reviews on Google and Lessons. After booking, keep a copy of the refund policy and terms and conditions for your records.
What questions do I ask meditation teachers?
How long have you been teaching?
Have you taken any meditation retreats or courses, and if so, where were you trained?
What is the minimum experience required for a meditation teacher here?
Which type of meditation do you teach?
Do you have chairs available if I can't sit on the ground?
Are private guided meditations and coaching available online?
How long will the class take, and how many people attend?
Are your classes affiliated with religious beliefs?
Do you offer refunds if I don’t like the class?
Can I get a discount if I book multiple classes or a meditation retreat?
Do you offer any support or answer questions between classes?
What happens during one of your classes?
What should I bring to the class, and do you have lockers to store my things?
Reviews for Covington meditation classes
Recent success stories from people in the Covington area.
Tina P.
Absolutely beautiful experience. Grateful
Baxter Professional Services LLC
Tim S.
Rosie worked with me to focus on meditation and yin yoga to help with stress related to work and also to focus on limb pain that may be related to nerves or other areas of the body. She was able to create an easy to follow plan that I, as a beginner, could utilize even after the session. I've done a few more sessions with her and she has continued to work to help me adapt as my needs have changed.
Rosie's Posies Yoga LLC
Megan
My teacher Phane J. Sen is a master teacher of the Indian Classical Dances Kuchipudi and Bharatanatyam in Ohio. As such she has faced several unique challenges in the endeavor to teach American students a classical dance from India. One of the most impressive things about Phane is the gusto with which she has attacked issues such as language barriers, pre-conceived notions, prior dance training and the logistics of scheduling lessons for a wide range of students- from grade school to adult- that encompass enough time to adequately teach both theory and practical skills.
Primary among these challenges is, of course, language. The spoken language of Bharatanatyam and Carnatic music is Sanskrit, which the clear majority of Phane's students have never heard spoken before, little say speak or understand themselves. This provided a challenge to the teaching of Bharatanatyam hand gestures- each individual gesture assignable to several different meanings. The lessons of these hand gestures are of course recited in Sanskrit, and Phane realized quickly her English-speaking students were floundering with their memorization of the lesson because they had no meaning, no context for the words.
So Phane created a mini-dictionary in English and divided the lessons to aid her student's memorization process. Once the students understand the base names and meaning of the gestures, she goes on to teach the recitation.
There is also no tradition of writing lessons or recording lessons in Bharatanatyam. The primary written text is a central, and ancient discourse called the Natya Shastra, which encompasses the performing arts. To help her students accustomed to curriculums oriented in writing, Phane has developed novel methods using both written diagrams and digital recording to help English speaking students progress through lessons while mastering the salient points of the lesson.
These are few examples of the adjustments and innovations Phane has developed to effectively bring a long-standing classical dance to a body of students with likely little knowledge or background- artistically or culturally.
NatyaHasta School of Dance
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