Overview
Lakewood Yoga operates from a charming historic building in Lakewood, Ohio, creating a warm and intimate space that visitors describe as welcoming and community-focused. The studio offers a full daily schedule with diverse class styles including yin, vinyasa, power yoga, prenatal, and beginner sessions, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Instructors receive high praise for their skill, presence, and ability to create inclusive, challenging, and calming practices suitable for all bodies and experience levels. Committed to accessibility, Lakewood Yoga fosters a judgment-free zone and provides free use of props like mats, blocks, and bolsters. Pricing options are designed to be fair, featuring new student specials, class packs, and unlimited memberships.
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Studio Amenities
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 9:00 am – 9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | Open | 6:00 am – 9:00 pm |
| Wednesday | Open | 9:00 am – 8:30 pm |
| Thursday | Open | 6:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Friday | Open | 9:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Saturday | Open | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Sunday | Open | 10:00 am – 8:00 pm |
Studio in Details
A Community-Centered Space in Lakewood
Lakewood Yoga occupies a cozy 100-year-old building on Madison Avenue in what the studio describes as a wonderful part of Lakewood, Ohio. People often describe the space as warm, welcoming, intimate, and inviting. One person mentioned it feels like a “cute little” studio, while another appreciated its community-centered nature. The studio provides gently used yoga mats, straps, blocks, bolsters, and blankets free of charge, though visitors are encouraged to bring their own props. Parking is street-only, with metered spots on Madison Avenue during weekdays and free side street options available. A few visitors note that the location can be very difficult to get to during rush hour, so planning ahead is wise. The studio operates as a cashless space, requiring pre-registration through its website for all classes. A notable policy, mentioned by both the studio and several visitors, is that the door is locked promptly at class start time for safety reasons. Some teachers may wait up to five minutes, but arriving late risks being locked out, a point that a few people found strict. The studio uses Tula booking software for waivers and reservations, and they have a cancellation policy requiring notice at least thirty minutes before class to avoid losing a class credit.
A Diverse Range of Classes and Supportive Instruction
The studio offers daily yoga classes with a schedule that people describe as having “lots of classes every day” and a “fuller class schedule” since recent ownership changes. Visitors consistently praise the great variety of class offerings, noting there is “something for everyone here” and “all the options for different types of classes.” Specific styles mentioned by visitors include yin yoga, deep relaxation, sound healing, slow flow, vinyasa, power yoga, prenatal yoga, and beginner classes. A Saturday 9 a.m. beginner class is specifically recommended for newcomers. The teaching staff receives significant acclaim. People describe the instructors as amazing, friendly, and having great class presence. Several teachers are named with appreciation: Arden’s classes are noted for being impactful and appropriately challenging; Jessie is praised for being accepting, calming, and guiding students through practices that include oracle card readings; Leah is highlighted as an incredible teacher for beginners; Anna and Geoff are said to challenge one’s practice; Jazz teaches consistency; and Anna and Chris are loved for their intentional, powerful, mindful, challenging, strong, and methodical flows in all-level and power classes. Some instructors, like Margaret and Ricky, are noted for giving lovely savasana massages. The studio emphasizes that students of all experience levels and backgrounds are welcome, and this is reflected in visitor comments about the inclusive environment.
An Inclusive Environment and Accessible Pricing
A defining characteristic of Lakewood Yoga, echoed by both its motto and visitor experiences, is its commitment to being a judgment-free zone where yoga is for every body. Multiple people describe the space as inclusive, safe, and welcoming to everybody. One visitor, who was self-conscious about being overweight and getting back into fitness, felt very comfortable there. Another, dealing with stressful life events, felt safe to explore yoga without judgment or pressure from day one. The sense of community is strong, with one person noting “every kind of practice and body can be found here.” Pricing is structured with several options that visitors describe as fair. The studio lists a new student one-month unlimited pass for $40, returning student unlimited passes (with and without auto-pay), drop-in classes at $15, five-class and ten-class packs, and three-month and one-year unlimited memberships. The monthly unlimited package is specifically cited as a great value for those who attend often. It’s worth noting that some visitors observed price increases and class credit expirations after 12 months following a change in ownership. Auto-renewing memberships can be cancelled with 30 days’ written notice via email. The studio is responsive, with one person mentioning they are quick to respond to messages. For those interested in staying connected, the studio offers a newsletter and social media presence. Overall, Lakewood Yoga presents itself as a community-focused studio in a historic building, offering a wide array of classes taught by dedicated instructors in an environment that prioritizes accessibility and comfort for practitioners at any stage of their journey.