So many of you have stopped me or Chris to ask us how our Tea Time Talks went, that I wanted to take a few minutes to fill you in. First of all, we both agreed it was a very positive experience!! The vast majority of our talks started with what everyone thought we were doing right. In fact a couple of chats started and ended with “I love this place,” “you and your staff rocks,” and hugs all around. We, of course, love to hear that and appreciate the affirmation that, for the most part, what we’re doing at BL is really working pretty well. BUT we also appreciated hearing the suggestions and the thoughts on ways we could improve.
One of the concerns that many were the most vocal about was the chatter in the yoga room prior to class. Many students said they look forward to that time and space to chill and unwind and that it's very hard to do so when those around you are talking and laughing. The last thing we want to do is squelch the sense of community at BL - BUT like everything else in life, there’s time and a place. So we are encouraging you to keep the chatter to the Link. Come in and lay down on your mat and chill, or if not quite ready to unwind yet, and want to chat w your friend, lay down your mat and head out the Link to catch up!!
We have also taken many of the other suggestions into consideration. We shared them with the staff at our staff meeting last Thursday night and are working on implementing some of these changes. Included on that list was: possibly purchasing more heavy weights, handling latecomers to yoga, limiting shower time, better managing the transfer between yoga classes, monitoring screen time in the kids room, adding another bathroom, and, ready for this, softer toilet paper!! Yep it’s true!
Bottom line though is we loved the Tea Time Talks and the opportunity to connect with many of you, and in case you missed this round, know that we will offer this space again soon!!
In the meantime, always feel free to email me or Chris and know that we do care, we are listening and we are committed to making your BL experience a great one!!
