purpose statement:
Bare Essentials Yoga is a private member's group for men interested in the practice of yoga without the restrictions of clothing. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for male spiritual community. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust, body-acceptance, and a comprehensive return to the senses.
While nudity is an intrinsic part of most sessions, our groups are not designed or intended to create a sexual venue or to foster erotic energy. We encourage our members to come home to all aspects of their being- erotic or otherwise-while practicing yoga. In the context of the sessions this is practiced by watching the flow of energy in our bodies & minds rather than reacting or responding. We affirm male erotic energy and the conscious engagement of that energy; however we believe there is an appropriate time & place for erotic energy exchange.
As teachers of the discipline of yoga, we pledge to avoid any intentional touch that tacitly directs, increases, or stimulates erotic energy for either our students or ourselves.
We are not exclusive to men of any particular sexual orientation. All adult men are welcome to join us. You don't have to have a perfect body to join our sessions, or experience in yoga in most classes. If necessary, we encourage you to seek the guidance of a qualified medical professional if you are unsure about attending a yoga program. Ideally these classes are a place where men come together for physical awareness & mental/emotional transformation. We welcome anyone (regardless of age, looks, sexual orientation or racial background) who would like to experience yoga and respect the other men who come.