About our studio
“Yoga is the journey of the self, to the self, through the self”, The Bhagavad Gita
Welcome to our studio, at IYS we think yoga belongs to everybody and that yoga, very simply, will take you out of your head and into your body.
For us yoga is not about the pose, being flexible or having perfect balance. It is about cultivating peace and love within yourself while getting stronger and more flexible.
That is what you can expect when you practice here: a simple, peaceful, no fuss, no “ego” community.
Class Schedule
Group Class Description
Spin, also known as indoor cycling, is performed on a stationary exercise bike. It is a full body workout that focuses not only on speed, but strength and endurance as well. Drills used in class include: Seated and Standing Sprints, Rolling Hills, In & Out Push-Ups, Jumps, Hovers, Extended Time ‘Out of the Saddle’ (off of your seat), Dumbbell exercises, and more.
Looking to have fun while you exercise?! Zumba ® is a cardio based fitness that is inspired by Latin Dance and rhythms from all around the world. There are four basic rhythms (and choreography associated with them): Merengue, Salsa, Cumbia and Reggaeton. Other commonly used rhythms include: Bachata, Brazilian Funk, Dembow, Pop, Soca and many more. No dance experience is needed for this class!
This class will increase the heat and your heart rate. Mixed level classes can provide modifications and advance poses further – something for everyone. This is open to everybody but basic experience with yoga can be helpful.
If you are new to yoga: this is a great place to start! This class focuses on the fundamentals. There is emphasis on healthy alignment as well as breath awareness (synching breath to movement) and simple meditation techniques. There are no prerequisites, we recommend starting here!
This class is catered to young or older adults that are highly active individuals. It is often used to reset, recover and replenish the body, mind and soul. Some poses may be held for longer periods of time to experience deeper stretching. This class will help individuals increase their body awareness as well as improve concentration.
Chair Yoga is beneficial for people from all walks of life but especially favorable to elderly, injured, or disabled individuals as well as office workers. Experience most of the same poses as other classes, just with the support of a chair.
If you are in need of a good stretch and a challenge, this class is for you! Yin yoga is a series of long-held, passive floor poses that mainly work the lower body. Poses are typically held 1-3 minutes long, sometimes as long as 5 minutes
Just getting out of strength class or off of work? Reverse the workday with this 30 minute Yin Yoga class. This class is designed to help you recover, slow down and improve the overall balance of your life. Yin yoga is a series of long-held, passive floor poses that mainly work the lower body. Poses are typically held 1-3 minutes long, sometimes as long as 5 minutes. With this being a condensed version of the class, you may hold poses for less time than a typical Yin class.
Yoga Lite is your midday break! A condensed version of our beginner’s yoga, this class will involve a mini flow of foundational poses. There is an emphasis on healthy alignment and connection to breath. Start here if you are unsure of a full 60 minute class or if you just need a midday yoga break.
What to bring to class?
- A clean body and mind – always come with good intentions! even if you feel bad, you know you will feel better afterwards.
- If you have a mat, bring it. If not, we provide community mats. Please spray mats, wipe down and place back on the rack.
- Bring your own water bottle and a sweat towel.
Tips and Suggestions
- We kindly ask you to be on time for class and turn off the ringer on your cell phone as you enter the studio.
- Commit to the class and at the same time you make a commitment to yourself. Everyone is allowed to rest when needed, but if you need to finish early, please let the instructor know so you can set up your mat closer to the door (we don’t want to disturb your fellow yogis)
- We always encourage everyone to stay for Savasana (last pose).
- If you are new to yoga, always start with a Beginner’s class.
- Avoid using heavy smelling perfumes or products before class.
- Remember, this is your practice! You can always modify or take an advance variation of a pose.
- All yoga is done with smooth and controlled movements. Stay within your physical boundaries. You are here to practice breathing, concentration and meditation
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Studio Instructors
Certifications:
- American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
- Certified 200 HR Yoga Renew Teacher Training in Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga
- In progress: 300 HR Yoga Renew Teacher Training
- The Zumba ® Basic Level 1 Instructor Training
Natalie has been involved in sports and exercise her entire life; including running cross country and track as well as playing soccer from elementary school up through high school. She still loves to run, and thoroughly enjoys paddle boarding. Natalie received her B.S. in Kinesiology and Health — Exercise Science from Iowa State University in August of 2022. Prior to graduating, she completed an internship in which she learned how to instruct Spin.
Natalie has been on the Ignit staff since May of 2022. She offers personal training and instructs Indoor Spin Cycling, Zumba ® and Yoga.
Natalie started practicing yoga in her teens, though her practice significantly developed in 2020 and the following years. Initially diving into the practice for anxiety relief, she has since found other benefits both physically and spiritually. Natalie has a passion for incorporating mental wellness in exercise.
For years she had aspired to be a yoga instructor; Ignit and our former Lead Yoga Instructor, Rocio Varela assisted in making that happen. Natalie chose to pursue an online teacher training program through Yoga Renew as well as study under Rocio. Natalie completed her 200 HR Yoga Teacher Training Course in Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga and is currently working towards her 500 HR TT.
Chrystalline has been practicing yoga since 2005. She has been teaching yoga since 2016 when trained at Hamsa School of Yoga and Ayurveda in San Antonio, TX. She enjoys integrating Ayurvedic lifestyle into her personal practice. She is also a massage therapist, Reiki Master-Teacher, herbalist and nursing school student.
James started yoga as a healthy practice to improve flexibility, decrease stress, and increase self- awareness. He decided to become a yoga teacher to help both improve his practice and deepen his understanding. James completed his 200-hour certification through Yoga & Ayurveda Center in 2024. He has taught in other areas of fitness for 10+ years, including dance instruction and 2 years as a Farrell’s kickboxing instructor. He also leads guided meditations twice a week and a sound bath meditation on the last Friday of each month at Ignit through his business, CenterMeNow. James enjoys teaching beginner classes, helping students start their yoga journey. He expresses the importance of mindfulness within the yoga practice with a focus on proper breathing technique.
Hannah Wahman