Changes at Ekah
Brick and Mortar at 615 N. Fairview Closing end of November 2024
Dear Ekah Community,
It has been a wonderful decade of practice at 615 N. Fairview with Ekah Yoga. Ekah has meant so much to so many of us over the years. And I offer gratitude to you and our teachers for the cultivation and support of such a heart centered community.
Many teachers will continue to lead classes online through Ekah, and at other Satellite locations (TBD). Many of our teachers will continue to teach through the community at places like Nourishing Heart Yoga, and BYC. We hope you will find a yoga practice that is right for in light of this transitionary time.
And If you'd like to investigate how Ekah might continue on within a cooperative model, then join our discussion Sunday, Sept. 29th at 2pm via Zoom. See below.
Please continue to use your class passes on site at 615 N. Fairview until the end of November 2024. And if you still have class passes to use after November, then you can find an online class with us.
Transform Your Life with Ekah Yoga Yoga Studio
Dear Yogi,
We're excited to invite YOU to a special gathering as we open our doors to new members of the Ekah community to join our co-op model!!!!!!!
Interested in joining a cooperative movement?
-Discounted yoga
-Voting on important topics/changes of Ekah Cooperative
-Building Community Partnerships
-Developing a space that is inclusive for all
-Carrying on the legacy of affordable yoga
-Helping make Ekah Cooperative an even more beautiful space
-Engaging in annual community building events
-Becoming part of Ekah Cooperative Committees
Join the discussion:
Location: Zoom or Call in (links and phone numbers below)
Date & Time: Sept. 29th @ 2pm
Right now, our co-op includes teachers, but we’re expanding the circle to anyone who shares our passion for Ekah’s mission—creating an inclusive, heart-centered space for peace and connection. Whether you’re a long-time student or new to Ekah, your voice matters, and we want you to be part of shaping our future.
Why Are We Gathering?
Ekah’s teachers and co-op members want to hear from you. We invite you to share your ideas, feedback, and suggestions to help guide our next steps. At the meeting, we’ll talk about our transition to a full co-op model, how we plan to secure our studio space for the next year, and explore alternative ways to keep offering our classes. Your input will help us shape Ekah’s future and make it stronger!
What Can You Expect at the Meeting?
We’ll meet for at least 90 minutes to:
- Share updates about our space and what’s next for Ekah.
- Discuss co-op membership benefits and how to get involved.
- Engage in a short meditation to center our intentions.
- Host a listening session to hear your ideas—whether you join us in person or on Zoom.
Our Mission at Ekah:
We are a heart-centered cooperative community practicing peace through yoga, meditation, seva, democratic leadership, truth-seeking, and community care.
How to Prepare:
- Watch our latest team meeting video to get a sense of our needs and goals: https://youtu.be/u-_a4F2IeNI
- Learn more about co-ops and their potential to transform communities: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTybK2ZscMs&authuser=0
Bring a friend, share your thoughts, and join us as we walk together into the heart of Ekah’s co-op movement!
Thank you for being such a valuable part of our community. We can’t wait to build this future with you.
With gratitude,
Your Ekah Co-op Team
How to Join the Discussion
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Earth Day Celebration!
Would you, could you, join us this year?
Drop in anytime between 3:30 and 6:45, April 22nd.
3:30-5:45pm Garden, Plant, Seed swap
5:30-6:30pm Earth Day YOGA (all levels welcome)
5-6:45 Potluck
It's a lovely time to connect with your friends of Ekah! Families, partners, spouses, friends welcome!
NEW Strive for Five Is Back!
Strive for Five!
Having a hard time Engaging in your wellness, let us help you!
Harness your wellness intentions by developing a plan with your yoga health coach! When you start the program (any day in August), you will sit down with your coach and establish your intentions and goals. Your coach will help you help you define what is needed, and how to successfully move into your new essence.
Some Benefits May Include:
Improve your Flexibility.....
Improve lean body mass.....
Enhance your ability to focus.....
Improve stamina....
Learn stress reduction techniques.....
Zoom into life purpose.....
With regular practice, it is possible to improve health related problems:
Improve your A1C related to diabetes and gestational diabetes
Decrease your blood pressure
Decrease your chance for heart disease and stroke
Increase possibility of conception
Improve the possibility of conception
Move toward a body weight that is right for you
What is included:
FREE one on one with Yoga Health Coach
Unlimited Month of Classes
Complete challenge and receive $25 Yoga Bucks
Guidelines: Attend 20 classes during the month, meet with Yoga Health Coach, complete your established goals (3 goals), check in with your health coach each week for 10 minutes to complete the challenge. Sign up any day of the month and your 30 days begins on that day! For example, sign up Feb. 21st and then you have until March 20th to complete your 20 day challenge! Put your own name on the in-person challenge board (include the date you started your challenge).
Choose 3 additional Goals:
Exercise:
10 push-ups 2x's a week
Schedule private yoga session
20 squats 2x's a week
Nutrition:
Listen to a podcast about nutrition
Meet with a dietitian
Eat a fresh fruit and vegetable with every meal
Drink your weight in kg daily (determine your kilograms and turn that into ounces)
Track your diet using an app like MyFitness Pal or Mayo Clinic app.
Mindfulness:
Spend 5-30 minutes a day in meditation
Write down 1-3 things you are grateful for each day
Hand wright a letter to someone
Journal every day for 5-10 minutes
Karma:
Bring 3 friends to practice at Ekah (thank you for helping our community grow)
Volunteer at your favorite non-profit
Schedule a date night at a local fundraising event
Do a good deed for friend, then spend just a few minutes reflecting or journalling about how that made you feel.
To complete the challenge, you will have to email your coach that you have completed 20 yoga classes (they also have to be logged into Mindbody), will have met with your coach once, and emailed your coach that you have completed your goals.
Each time you complete a challenge, you will receive $25 Ekah Bucks. These bucks can be saved up to purchase things like:
A massage
CSA share from People's Coop
FREE specialty class or workshop
$25 off Private yoga session
Your personal Investment: $150
Ekah Yoga Human Being Bag!
This month after completing the Strive for Five Challenge you will receive an Ekah Yoga Human Being Bag made by BadKnees Tees.
All Strive for 5 Challenger's who have 20 recorded classes for the month will get entered to win a free massage or CSA bag from People's Cooperative Market.
Can't join this time. Start anytime! Your month begins when you begin!
Every month we offer a different prize. Check back for more info!
About Us
Yoga is for Everyone
Yoga unites the mind, body, and soul in a way that eases tension, reduces inflammation, and promotes health and well being. Regular practice will help you reach improve and perfect poses, correct posture and positioning, and improve your breathing and outlook on life.
Our Studio
The Ekah Yoga community space is built on foundations of clean, green, efficient and conscious design to create a calm and healthy environment for your practice. Our clients have told us that our space has a feeling of intimacy, comfort, and cleanliness. We strive to provide a space that is simple and inviting, in a non-intimidation kind of way.
Calm Your Mind
Yoga not only helps improve your body, but also helps with mindfulness and meditation. It is important to take a break from daily life in order to focus on yourself and get clarity. Focusing on your breath during practice is key to staying in tune with your mind and body.