A Letter to The Beginner Yogi

For many, this journey starts with stepping onto mat to support our body and mind through the physical practice – but in fact, yoga is much more than the physical practice only. Those devoted to the path continues to open up their understanding of yoga and perspectives on consciousness and life. This can sometimes feel like a gap when coming into the studio as a complete beginner and you feel uncertain about what to say, what to do and what this yoga is all about! Once the class starts and the many faces of yoga start to embrace our beings, we surely aim to support you, see you and help you.

To make it even more comfortable to start, we talked to beloved Giorgia about writing a ‘Letter for the Beginner Yogi’.

Welcome to yum, Beginner Yogi!

Here’s your welcome letter from Giorgia. With this, we hope to disspell the woo-woo and give you a warm feeling of being welcome to yum’s yoga studio:

“If you’ve never stepped foot in a yoga studio before, that’s perfectly okay! Starting something new can feel a little uncertain, but yoga is for everyone — no matter your age, shape, or fitness level.

Yoga is more than just poses; it’s about connecting with your body, breathing deeply, and finding moments of calm in a busy world. Our studio is a friendly, supportive space where beginners are warmly welcomed. You don’t need any special skills or flexibility to begin. All you need is an open mind and a willingness to try.

One of the best parts of yoga is how diverse it can be. We encourage you to try different classes and teachers to discover the style and approach that feels right for you. Finding the class and instructor that suit your needs and personality can make your practice even more enjoyable and rewarding.

And don’t worry if things like “singing Om” or taking deep breaths feel unfamiliar or awkward — no one expects perfection. Just be yourself, and let the practice help you relax and feel at ease.

We’re here to guide you every step of the way, with gentle instructions and plenty of encouragement. Whether your goal is to reduce stress, improve strength, or simply explore a new practice, yoga can help you feel better inside and out.

So take a deep breath, and know that your yoga journey starts right here, right now — no experience required.”.

You can meet Giorgia at the studio several days a week. Check the full schedule here!

Also, you can get our value-packed intro offer if you want to test the studio. It’s 349,- and you get a full 30 days of unlimited access to the yoga classes at yum, plus 10% discount in the café. It’s the perfect way to try out how the schedule fits, who your favorite teacher is and what yum is all about!

Get your 30 day unlimited yoga offer here!

See you on the mat, yummy!

Team yum 💛