Answers to Your Most Frequent Asks

THE KULA Q'S:ONLINE YOGA MEMBERSHIP

What is included in a Kula membership?

Kula members have access to the entire Kula library of yoga classes for the duration of their membership. New uploads happen a minimum of 3x per week, with frequent bonus uploads, additional meditations and breathwork practices and guest teacher uploads. Members also have first access to register for in-person retreats and trainings, and annual members receive a discounted members rate.

What is the difference between monthly and annual memberships?

Monthly memberships can be canceled anytime without any commitment. Annual membership comes at a bit of a discounted rate, and payment for the full year up front is required. Annual members receive a discounted rate to all in-person retreats and trainings, which can be used as many times as you wish for the duration of your membership.

What is the difference between monthly and annual memberships?

Monthly memberships can be canceled anytime without any commitment. Annual membership comes at a bit of a discounted rate, and payment for the full year up front is required. Annual members receive a discounted rate to all in-person retreats and trainings, which can be used as many times as you wish for the duration of your membership.

Can I connect with other members inside the Kula?

Yes! The Kula community is supportive and engaged in a way we haven’t quite seen on other platforms. You are welcome and encouraged to connect with other members, share photos, comment on your favorite videos, send class requests, etc. We also understand that some people prefer to engage more quietly - and that is perfectly welcome, too. We just ask that you meet the Kula however it is most supportive for you and your practice and goals within the platform!

What is the difference between monthly and annual memberships?

Monthly memberships can be canceled anytime without any commitment. Annual membership comes at a bit of a discounted rate, and payment for the full year up front is required. Annual members receive a discounted rate to all in-person retreats and trainings, which can be used as many times as you wish for the duration of your membership.

Are the classes pre-recorded or live?

All weekly class uploads are pre-recorded so that you can practice them at any time and so that you can engage with high-quality professional material. Every once and a while (mostly upon your request!) Nicole will go Live for a practice or Q+A. Just ask and we’ll set up the next Live practice!

What types of classes are offered, and are there classes suitable for various levels of practice?

While Nicole is known for her funky and challenging sequences, we have classes of all focuses, styles and difficulty levels inside the Kula. Our main class categories are Funky Flows, Honey Flows, All-Levels Vinyasa, Advanced Practices, Mobility + Flexibility, and Meditation and Breathwork. We’re confident that there are classes for everyone inside the Kula - and we are always listening to your class requests for what we’ll record next!

Are there guest teachers?

Yes! While most of the weekly uploads are facilitated by Nicole, there are a growing list of guest teachers that you’ll see inside the Kula, including an inversion series by Margaret Elliott, a Flow State series by Tobi Winkelmann, Yin by Abby Wales + more.

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How do I cancel my membership?

You can easily cancel your membership from within your account anytime - with the click of a button. When you cancel, you will have continued access to your account for the duration of your payment period. You can re-join us anytime with your same login credentials if you wish to come back in the future!

Is there an App available?

Yes! There is an App available for iOS users. Android App is coming summer 2023. 

What is your cancellation/refund policy?

You can easily cancel your membership from within your account anytime - with the click of a button. When you cancel, you will have continued access to your account for the duration of your payment period. You can re-join us anytime with your same login credentials if you wish to come back in the future!

TRAININGS & RETREATS WITH THE KULA

What is included in a Kula retreat?

Each retreat is unique, so be sure to check into the details of the specific retreat you’re looking at. However, all of our retreats include quality accommodations for the duration of the retreat, as well as meals and all yoga offerings throughout. Most include excursions throughout the week, but we’ll be clear in our messaging if this is not the case for any particular retreat. We do our best to include transportation to and from the retreat venue - especially if hosting in a remote area.

What is not included in a Kula retreat?

The main thing not included in a Kula retreat is your travel to and from, including flights and any nights before or after the retreat that you stay nearby. Some of our retreat schedules leave a few meals open/not included so that you can go experience local restaurants and have your own choice of what you eat. In more remote locations, we include all meals. Any additional snacks, meals, travel, etc. that is not a part of the retreat schedule will not be included. Some retreats have additional add-on excursions available for an extra charge, and we’ll be clear in our messaging when these are not included in the retreat costs.

Can your retreat chefs accommodate my dietary needs?

Yes! We work with chefs who are experienced and comfortable accommodating all dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, dairy free, nut-free, etc. We’ll collect your dietary needs upon registration. Please note that our retreats do allow for attendees to eat meat and/or drink alcohol up to your own discretion and as far as is respectful and mindful of the group.

How much yoga will we do on retreat?

Each retreat schedule is unique, but all will have a minimum of one practice per day. Most days include a second practice or workshop. Our practices range from 60-90 minutes and include asana, pranayama, meditation and journaling. We incorporate workshops such as arm balance + inversions, backbends, or meditation in many of our retreat schedules.

What excursions/adventures will we do, and are they included?

We incorporate excursions unique to the area that we’re visiting. Past retreats have included surfing in Panama, hiking in the French Alps, Wine tasting in Cape Town and island hopping by boat in Portugal. These excursions are almost always included (but always optional) in your retreat pricing. Select retreats are priced lower, but offer excursions as an add-on on-site. We’ll be clear in our messaging about this upon registration.

Will there be free time, and will I get to see the full itinerary before the retreat?

All retreats include free time throughout the week for you to relax, nap, explore, add-on excursions, or anything else you desire. We will go over the retreat schedule for the week upon arrival.

Is there a group transportation option to get to the retreat location?

Most of the time, yes. We try to offer a complimentary shuttle option for the group to the venue, especially for more remote retreat locations. We’ll send a welcome packet upon registration that includes all of your travel need-to-knows.

Should I purchase travel insurance?

It is always recommended that you book travel insurance, though we do not require it.

What is the payment schedule?

We require a non-refundable deposit to book your spot. Your final payment is due 90-days prior to the retreat start, and is also non-refundable once paid. We are only able to refund canceled spaces in the event that we can fill your space with another attendee. Contact us if you’d like to set up a payment plan!

Are retreats co-ed?

Yes! We welcome anyone to join in on retreat, unless noted as a specifically women-only offering. If you join alone but register for a shared room, we’ll pair you with somebody of the same gender. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you would like to discuss the best rooming options for you.

Can I join alone?

Of course! You can join alone, with friends, with family, with a partner, or however you like. Many people join alone - and we always love to watch the friendships that build throughout the course of the week together.

Will there be alcohol on retreat?

Maybe, depending on the retreat. We ask that attendees keep consumption intentional and with awareness of the needs of the group. Prior retreats have included wine tasting in France and Cape Town, or trying the local wines of Portugal paired with dinner.

What are the retreat add-ons?

Some of our retreats include a 3-day add-on experience. These are not yoga-related events, but an additional travel experience to see a different area of the country we’re exploring. As an example, after our Panama retreat, some of our group spent 3 days on a Catamaran boat exploring the San Blas Islands together. We highly value intentional travel and outward exploration and play, and we love to see the world with you! These add-on experiences are often limited in space and offered only to those who have attended the retreat.

What is your cancellation/refund policy?

All deposits are non-refundable as these are used immediately to support the planning and prepping process of the retreat. If you must cancel after making your final payment, we can only offer you a refund if we are able to fill your space with another attendee. We are responsible for paying our venues + vendors for your space regardless of whether you join. The sooner you can let us know of your cancellation, the more likely we will be able to fill your space and therefore work with you on a possible refund or transfer to a different retreat.

Do I need to bring a yoga mat?

We try to book venues that have yoga mats and props, but some of our more remote locations do not supply these. We’ll let you know upon booking if you need to bring your own mat!

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Try an Online Yoga Class at home.

Give the Kula a try with our class drop-ins. Each month, we select 5 classes available for rent. After you’ve rented a class, you have access to it for 48 hours. Five new rentals become available on the 1st of each month.

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