About ISHTA Yoga
ISHTA Yoga is a heart-centered community that encourages individuals to follow their own path. Founded on the principles of Integrated Science of Hatha, Tantra, and Ayurveda, this studio offers a unique approach to yoga. The studio itself is described as cute, clean, and calm, with plenty of natural light. Instructors are knowledgeable, supportive, and patient, offering adjustments and guidance throughout classes. The studio is easily accessible, although there are stairs to navigate. Classes, such as restorative yoga, are designed to be calming and rejuvenating. While the check-in area is small, the yoga room is spacious. ISHTA Yoga prides itself on excellent customer service, with staff willing to go the extra mile to make students feel welcome. With a variety of classes, including "All Levels" sessions, there's something for everyone at ISHTA Yoga. Overall, this studio offers a warm and inviting space for yogis to explore their practice.
Really cute yoga studio and easily accessible. Loved my instructor and the fact that there is an assistant to help with your form. I was 10 min late but they still let me in and even helped to set up my mat and blocks etc while I was getting changed.
I had a lovely experience at Ishta Yoga with Stephen! The space is clean, calm, and well-located (do note there are stairs -- unsure if there's an accessible entrance!). I appreciate all the natural light that came in over something more harsh like overhead lights. I tried out their restorative yoga class and had a great time. Stephen's voice and personality is so calming and genuine! He also helped adjust me during an exercise which I appreciated, as it was my first ever restorative yoga session. During the class, he also shared some interesting facts about yoga as a practice and the cultures from which it originated. Unfortunately, I bruised my forehead a bit because the blanket didn't quite cushion my forehead properly against the block unless I moved my head up and squashed my nose, and we remained in that pose for 10+ mins, but that was my only qualm while in the class. After the class, all mats and blocks were wiped down prior to being returned to their place :). One thing I wish I would have known is that there's a mat rental fee ($4 I believe), which I didn't previously know about and felt a bit out of the ordinary in my experience? However, because it was my first time, they offered one to me for free without me having to ask. Very kind customer service! While the yoga room itself is very spacious, the check-in area is itty bitty and I could see it getting cramped during peak hours, but I kinda wanted to get in and out haha! I'd recommend not hanging around too long before or after class to avoid cramping. I recommended a friend try out Ishta Yoga for herself to see how she liked it too. She informed me she tried out an "All Levels" class with Douglas. She mentioned him being supportive, calm, and patient, though she didn't quite know what was going on regarding the terminology. Overall, I'd love to do more restorative yoga here when I can find the time! Note to self: bring your own blanket and mat!
When trying a studio for the first time, you never know what you’ll get. This one is such a welcoming studio with lovely instructors! It was also a pleasant surprise to see how nice the space is.