Overview
Soundness with Sayde Yoga in Cedar Rapids offers a thoughtful, therapeutic approach to yoga that goes beyond typical studio classes. Founded in 2001 by Sayde, who holds advanced degrees in exercise science and yoga therapy, the studio focuses on individualized attention and whole-person wellness. Group sessions are held at Illuminations on the last Sunday of the month at 10 a.m. and the second Wednesday at 5:30 p.m., with dates listed through mid-2026. These classes are tailored to participants’ needs, blending breathwork, movement, and mindfulness. Private yoga therapy is also available, including a comprehensive assessment and follow-up sessions, with pricing at $400 for a package or $120 per session. Sayde’s method incorporates a biopsychosocial perspective, addressing physical limitations, mental patterns, and emotional habits. She currently works at the Nassif Community Cancer Center, bringing therapeutic yoga to patients and survivors. With 25 years of teaching experience, Sayde creates a welcoming environment for all ages and abilities, from children to seniors, emphasizing that yoga is for every-body. Whether seeking stress relief, pain management, or a deeper connection to self, visitors find a supportive space for growth and healing.
Yoga Format
Yoga Styles
Studio Amenities
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Closed | – |
| Tuesday | Closed | – |
| Wednesday | Closed | – |
| Thursday | Closed | – |
| Friday | Closed | – |
| Saturday | Closed | – |
| Sunday | Closed | – |
Studio in Details
Overview
Soundness with Sayde Yoga, founded in 2001, brings a deeply experienced approach to wellness in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Sayde, the owner and lead instructor, has been teaching since January 2001 and holds a Master of Science in Exercise Science and a Master of Science in Yoga Therapy. Her practice spans general adult classes, prenatal and kids yoga, and specialized therapeutic sessions. Currently, she works as an Exercise Program Specialist at the Nassif Community Cancer Center, serving patients, survivors, and caregivers, while also offering community group yoga therapy sessions.
The studio is located at The Cherry Building, 329 10th Ave SE, Suite 115, Cedar Rapids, with classes held at Illuminations on the last Sunday of the month at 10 a.m. and the second Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. (dates listed through 2026). Private yoga therapy is available by appointment.
Classes and Services
Group classes are tailored to participants, with a focus on checking in with each person to address sources of dis-ease—mental, physical, emotional, or spiritual. Sayde aims to guide freedom of movement, release negative patterns, and return to self. Class dates are scheduled in advance for both Sunday and Wednesday sessions, and payment can be made online or at class.
Private yoga therapy includes a personal assessment, treatment sessions, a plan of care, and follow-ups. The cost is $400 for an assessment plus four sessions and four check-ins (phone, text, or email), or $120 for a single session. The first session lasts 90 minutes, with subsequent sessions 45–60 minutes. Paperwork helps create a macro view of the client’s health. Yoga therapy uses breath, visualization, and a biopsychosocial approach to address individualized concerns, working in collaboration with healthcare practitioners.
Approach and Philosophy
Sayde’s teaching style blends over two decades of experience with a holistic, adaptive method. She began yoga at age twelve and has practiced in diverse settings—mountains, ocean, prairie, and airplanes. Her classes emphasize union between inside and outside, heart and spirit, mind and body. Testimonials highlight her ability to craft lesson plans on the spot to meet individual needs, her knowledge of how the body works, and her supportive, informative presence. Clients report reduced pain, increased flexibility, and improved mental well-being through her guidance. Yoga therapy aims to reframe pain through education, mindfulness, and the practices of poses, breath, and intention, ultimately returning clients to parasympathetic activation.