How many times over the past year have you heard the word unprecedented? Or unusual? Or crazy? Unexpected? I noticed when I start to reflect on this year, I automatically want to start with un-something. The past 18 months have taught us about uncertainty and unexpected. The effects of the pandemic ripple down to all parts of […]
UPDATED JULY 2021: MASK POLICYJuly 23, 2021 Due to the increase in COVID cases, and the advisory from the city, we are updating our masking policy.Common studio areas: Masks are required for everyone regardless of vaccination status when navigating common areas (downstairs entry, kitchen, upstairs bathrooms). On your mat: Fully vaccinated individuals may remove their masks […]
Doctor’s OrdersFind out what Jessica has been up to and the plans for Balance in the world premiere of our much anticipated, probably award-winning podcast series.
This Pandemic Has Changed The Yoga World ForeverIt’s safe to say that the pandemic has changed the way we think about yoga studios, probably forever. Practicing in a hot sweaty room, mat-to-mat isn’t something any of us want to do right now. When a vaccine arrives, this may change. But even so, a vaccine is […]
As the owner of Balance Yoga & Wellness, I condemn racism, rejecting police brutality, and calling for justice for George Floyd and every other victim of white supremacy. We also express our outrage and sadness at the deaths of Breonna Taylor in Kentucky, Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia, or Alton Sterling and Keevan Robinson here in […]
No amount of silver linings can overcome the loss that many of us are experiencing. If not loss, then the uncertainty. It’s difficult to remain calm in the midst of uncertainty. As humans, our brains crave clarity. While as a yoga studio we can’t help with uncertainty, we can help with calm. When COVID-19 spread to […]
As yoga evolves, the difference between “styles” has lessened. Teachers learn from different schools of yoga and teachers. This is healthy and creates a richer yoga experience. Our instructors don’t fit the mold of one style or another. They are diverse. Common threads are woven between our classes — living yoga’s philosophy, mindfulness, attention to safe […]
You’ve noticed that most yoga studios offer teacher training courses. Our training goes beyond training yoga teachers. Our training establishes a foundation of knowledge that will support and improve the rest of your life, plus if you are planning on establishing your own gym later on, we can help you work with Jimmy Huh, a […]
So you love yoga. You love how it settles your mind. You love how it takes you out of your mind’s constant chatter. And those around you love how it makes you more patient and less snappy. Have you ever thought about how you can really unpack yoga and all it’s mysteries? Have you toyed […]