Ananda Yoga, run by singer Lee Hyori, said on social media (SNS), "We politely decline requests to take photos of or ask for autographs from the director personally," and added, "Physical contact such as holding hands or touching the body without consent is prohibited."
On the 1st, Ananda Yoga said, "We are providing this guidance for smoother operations after considering various situations," and made the announcement.
It also emphasized that classes taught directly by Lee Hyori operate on a 100% reservation-only basis and that walk-ins are not allowed. Regarding classes with companion dogs, it said, "Companion animals are allowed to enter the studio, but students with allergies must check in advance," and conveyed the guideline, "If there is concern about accidents with excretion, diapers must be worn."
It said that gifts sent to the studio may be discarded if they are sent without prior consultation. The studio asked, "Please observe even small rules together to maintain an environment where we can focus on practice."
Ananda Yoga is a studio run directly by Lee Hyori, who personally teaches two classes a day.