Black Cat Yoga

I was thrilled to attend an in-person yoga class at Black Cat Yoga last month when I was visiting from out of town. I have been taking virtual one-on-one classes with the studio's owner, Jenny, for at least six months and she is a wonderful teacher. Prior to working with Jenny my only yoga experience was following along with videos online at home (but at least I started somewhere), which I enjoyed, but I felt like I was "missing" something about yoga. Jenny was able to answer all of my questions and explain elements of yoga which I would have been oblivious to if I had stuck to just online videos and yoga apps. She is also super inclusive, thoughtful, body positive, and an all around lovely person to work with. The studio itself is adorable. Clean and calming with a well-curated yoga boutique in the front of the storefront. While I was there I upgraded my yoga mat (a great move on my part) and got these cute yoga stickers too! I would definitely recommend Black Cat Yoga, particularly if you are a beginner or are in need of adaptations due to any physical limitations. I'm looking forward to visiting again when I'm able and getting a gift certificate for my mom for the holidays (hopefully she won't see this review before then)!

This place is awesome. I'm not into yoga, but this is everything a yoga studio should be. The people are kind, understanding, and welcoming. They are accommodating and understand that different bodies work in different ways. They are huge into helping the community and handle themselves with love and compassion. Plus, from what I hear the actual yoga, meditation, and other services are fantastic. But as with all things, the atmosphere around it is just as important.

I took Jenny's Hatha Yoga class today and it was awesome! The studio is beautiful. Jenny was very friendly and welcoming. She does a great job offering variations to yoga poses so each student can tailor the class to fit within their personal practice. She is very encouraging while still offering verbal corrections on postures when needed. The class was challenging but very doable. Being a fat yoga student, it can be intimidating going to a new studio for the first time but Jenny makes you feel right at home from the moment you walk in the door. I highly recommend Black Cat Yoga Studio and will definitely be back!

As a larger person, walking into any physical activity-focused place is generally intimidating. But seconds after walking into Black Cat for the fist time, I was greeted with a warm welcome and assured that I would not be made to feel awkward or incapable. Yoga poses and other movements can be modified to accommodate my body, and the instructors are all committed to the mission of making EVERY body feel included. Such a welcome change from the last yoga studio I attended.

Jenny is the absolute best. LOVE her instructor style and inclusivity. I have been to several yoga classes before, but hers are THE BEST! So grateful for her in this chapter of my life.