Overview
URENERGY YOGA operates as a yoga school and community hub in Miami, founded in 2014 by Nicolay del Salto, known as Papa Guru. The studio’s philosophy, ‘you are energy,’ informs a teaching approach that connects to each student’s individual energy to create unique, responsive flows grounded in traditional Ashtanga, Sivananda, and Iyengar lineages. Core offerings include group yoga classes, weekly donation-based sessions at Bayfront Park, private sessions, specialized workshops, and a Yoga Alliance-registered 200-hour teacher training program designed for deep personal transformation. The RYT 200 training immerses students in Vinyasa and Hatha yoga, chakra work, mantra, and traditional philosophy over nine weekends.
Yoga Format
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Studio Amenities
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | Open | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | Open | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | Open | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | Open | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | Open | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | Open | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Studio in Details
A Miami Yoga School with Traditional Roots and Energetic Flow
URENERGY YOGA operates as both a yoga school and a community space in the heart of Miami, north of the Design District. Founded in 2014 by Nicolay del Salto, known affectionately as Papa Guru, the studio’s identity is built on a philosophy that you are energy. This concept informs a teaching approach where instructors are encouraged to connect to a student’s individual energy to create a unique, responsive flow. The studio’s lineage is described as deeply anchored in the traditional yoga of Ashtanga (Vinyasa), Sivananda, and Iyengar, blending classic asanas and spirituality with contemporary mental and sensory awareness. Visitors describe the vibe at the shala as one filled with love and positive energy, noting that Nicolay leads events with wonderful energy that fills large spaces with hundreds of happy attendees. The purpose of the space, as stated, is to provide a home for a community of like-minded yogis, an environment that nourishes, holds, moves, and elevates practitioners on physical, mental, and spiritual levels.
The founder, Nicolay del Salto, brings a distinctive background to his teaching. A passionate yoga teacher since 2003, he also has experience in dance, engineering, finance, and is a Reiki practitioner. This blend of body movement, energy flows from quantum physics, and analytics shapes his mindful and direct teaching style. Visitors consistently highlight his great energy and describe him as a wonderful teacher who is very accommodating to the needs of all. One person mentioned that a class with him was an absolute treat, leaving them feeling grateful. His commitment extends beyond the mat, focusing on being the best version of himself through healthy living and helping others, with the aim that students leave his classes feeling recharged and relaxed, with muscles refueled and minds cleared.
Comprehensive Offerings from Group Classes to Deep Immersion Training
The studio functions as a multifaceted yoga center offering a range of services. For regular practice, the schedule includes group yoga classes, with a notable weekly offering of yoga by donation at Bayfront Park every Monday and Thursday at 6 PM, led by Papa Guru. These sessions are described as a different yoga journey each time, where he connects to the energy of the participants to provide just the right flow. Beyond drop-in sessions, the studio offers structured pricing plans including a monthly unlimited membership, a 10-class pack, and a 30-class pass. The studio also provides private yoga sessions, which one visitor found invaluable for learning more about how to center and balance themselves to become healthier.
A significant pillar of URENERGY YOGA is its status as a Yoga Alliance-registered school offering a 200-hour yoga teacher training (RYT 200). This in-person program is described as spiritually and mystically infused, designed not just to certify teachers but to promote deep personal transformation. The training immerses students in a curriculum that expands knowledge of Vinyasa and Hatha yoga while incorporating elements like chakra balancing, mantra, and studies in traditional philosophy from the Vedas to the Yoga Sutras. It includes practical components like practice teaching, community service, and guidance on the business of yoga. The training schedule involves meeting weekly over nine weekends at the shala in Midtown Miami, with additional attendance at the Bayfront Park classes. The program emphasizes conscious living, encouraging practices like a vegetarian diet during the training.
Specialized Workshops and a Community-Focused Approach
In addition to ongoing classes and teacher training, the studio hosts various workshops and events that cater to specific interests and needs. Past and potential offerings have included an Inversion/Functional Movement Workshop focusing on handstands, specialized prenatal yoga workshops, and Reiki Level I certification courses. These workshops provide focused, intensive learning opportunities outside the regular class structure. The studio’s events calendar aims to cater to diverse aspects of wellness and skill development within the yoga practice.
The overall approach of URENERGY YOGA is deeply community-oriented. This is evident in its donation-based community classes at a public park and the integrated community service requirement within its teacher training. The training itself is framed as building community while enriching yoga studies, with students practicing, cooking, and growing together. Visitors note the team’s accommodating nature and the studio’s ability to handle large-scale, energy-filled events. The shala in Midtown Miami serves as the physical anchor for this community, a place where, as one visitor who attended a private session noted, there is true knowledge shared in a very accommodating manner. For those in Miami seeking a yoga practice grounded in traditional lineages but delivered with a personalized, energetic flow—or for those looking to embark on a deep, transformative teacher training journey—URENERGY YOGA presents a distinctive and committed option.