The Studio
We are a small instructor owned business in NE Minneapolis focused on creating a peaceful & affordable sanctuary for self exploration, (Svadhyaya) healing, & personal growth through the exploration of the 8 limbs of yoga, lifestyle coaching, & various healing methods.
Our Philosophy
We believe yoga can be practiced by everyone. We strive to create a safe space for practice and vulnerability, welcoming all to their mats.
We support all lineages of yoga practice, and believe that the more variety you are exposed to, you will be able to access deeper layers of healing. If you are a long time practitioner or new to group classes, we invite you to put on something comfortable and join us on your mat.
The Yoga Sutras
Yama. Restraints.
Niyama. Observances.
Asana. Posture.
Pranayama. Breath Control.
Pratyahara. Withdrawal of the senses.
Dharana. Concentration.
Dhyana. Meditation.
Samadhi. Pure Contemplation.
Our Team
"I strongly believe that EVERYBODY deserves a designated time for the mind-body connection that yoga provides." - Maggie B.
"I believe in the importance of intuition and bodily awareness in yoga and I aim to incorporate those foundations in my teaching style. " - Eden B.
Team
Diane Afrooz - Owner
Diane has been passionate about sharing yoga with others for almost two decades. Since being introduced to yoga as an instructor at the Aveda Institute, Diane has seen her own practice evolve and transform her life - supporting her through 18 intensive years in the Beauty Industry. Realizing the positive impact yoga has had, Diane began teaching yoga and fitness full-time in 2018. With deep dives into Bikram and Vinyasa style yoga practice, Diane loves to take the journey of exploration with anyone who is curious about yoga and what it can do for them.
200 hr RYT - CPY
100 hr Yoga Sculpt TT - CPY
Certified Barre Instructor - Synergence
50 hr Trauma Informed - Prison Yoga Project
Eden B. - Team Lead
Eden’s journey with yoga began after attending her first class she fell in love with the deep feeling of peace she felt. Eden next found her passion for vibrational sound therapy while living abroad in Spain. She enjoys incorporating the therapeutic vibrations of singing bowls into her classes as well as guided meditations. Eden is also passionate about the healing powers of breath work and is currently working towards becoming a certified breath worker.
Maggie B.
Maggie is a Yoga Sculpt instructor, major vegan foodie, and ethical fashion advocate. When she is not teaching or working her full-time job in fashion, you will find her surrounded by her plants, designing and sewing out of repurposed textiles. My goal is to help others grow and build a welcoming sense of community.
Yoga Sculpt TT - Mojo Fit Studio
200 hr RYT -YogaRenew Teacher Training
Professional Birth Doula - Jeannie Baron, International Birth Doula Certification
Teshia I.
Teshia fell in love with yoga from the first class she took over a decade ago. She has found it very fulfilling to guide people through their yoga practice. She is currently working on her Masters in Ayurveda and Integrative health. She is very passionate about wanting to help people live their best lives through these mind-body approaches.
200 hr PYTT - CPY
Yoga Sculpt TT - CPY
Certified Barre Instructor - Synergence
John B.
John was invited to his first yoga class in 2008 and has been practicing ever since. Initially he was attracted to the physical benefits of yoga but then discovered an overall feeling of contentment, which kept him returning to the practice. John enjoys explaining and breaking down the elements of yoga to his students. He has taught yoga to seniors and the disabled, with a goal of making yoga accessible to all. John has worked as an art director in New York, Hong Kong and Bangkok and attended a 2-week Hatha yoga retreat in Rishikesh India in 2019.
200 hr RYT – CPY
Yin Yoga Certified - Yoga Center Retreat
Chair Yoga Certified - Devanadi School of Yoga and Wellness
Angie K.
Angie's journey in yoga began during college in 2001. The physical aspects of yoga was the initial attraction to yoga but soon after, the mind/body connection was what kept her practicing for the next 20 years.
Angie began teaching in 2015 after her initial 200 hr certification in Honolulu, HI. She has taught vinyasa, hatha, Yin, Yoga Nidra, and restorative yoga. In 2018 she completed her 300 hr training which focused on bringing Ayurveda into her yoga practice. Angie is passionate about bringing full mind, body and spirit balance into her classes through Ayurveda and inspired by the 4 seasons of the year.
Stephanie K.
Bio coming soon
RYT- Yoga Alliance
200 hr RYT - Kova Yoga, Honolulu HI
300 hr RYT - Shivatree Yoga School, HI
Certified Ayurvedic Life-Style Consultant- American Institute of Vedic Studies
Certified 500 hr YTT