Materials needed

• Good internet connection
• Previously agreed upon (with the teacher) video conference platform such as Skype, FaceTime, Whatsapp video, Zoom, WeChat video, LINE
• Laptop, tablet, mobile phone or iPad
• Yoga props such as a yoga mat, block, bolster, blanket and/or straps, as needed for the students' personal practice

Suggestions for the mobile device

• Should either be plugged in or fully charged
• Should be set such that notifications and calls are turned off to avoid interference with the connection
• As big a viewing screen as possible - so laptop more ideal than a phone (though the latter will suffice)

Suggestions on mat placement and set up

• Choose a room with optimal high-speed internet connection
• Room should be undisturbed and quiet during the class
• Mat should face perpendicular to the device so that the teacher can view the student sideways
• Device camera should not face a lit window as this will obscure the teacher’s ability to view the student’s practice properly. (The brightness will dim the student who is in the foreground of the camera frame)

Suggestions during the class

• Prepare all set-up prior to the start of class so that this does not cut into class time
• Wear proper yoga attire
• Have all props and water nearby
• Sign in ahead of time, classes will start at the scheduled time