Overview
Yess Yoga is a community-centered studio in Minneapolis’s Eat Street neighborhood, offering vinyasa, restorative, yin, and slow flow classes. The light-filled, plant-filled space is designed to be inclusive and accessible, with ADA compliance and both in-person and virtual options via Zoom, plus on-demand recordings. Classes emphasize safe alignment and personal exploration, taught by a diverse group of skilled instructors. The studio also hosts workshops ranging from qigong and mat Pilates to grief singing, partner yoga, family yoga, crystal sound healing, and therapeutic sound baths. A 200-hour Yoga Alliance-certified teacher training is available. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, the lack of mirrors, the abundance of plants, and the genuine sense of community. Senior discounts and a new-student intro offer make the studio approachable for all levels.
Yoga Format
Yoga Styles
Studio Amenities
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 8:30 am – 7:00 pm |
| Tuesday | Open | 5:30 am – 7:00 pm |
| Wednesday | Open | 8:30 am – 8:30 pm |
| Thursday | Open | 5:30 am – 8:00 pm |
| Friday | Open | 8:30 am – 7:00 pm |
| Saturday | Open | 8:30 am – 1:00 pm |
| Sunday | Open | 9:30 am – 5:30 pm |
Studio in Details
Overview
Yess Yoga is a welcoming yoga studio in Minneapolis’s Eat Street neighborhood, occupying a light-filled, plant-filled space that feels like a calm oasis. Founded over a decade ago, the studio has earned recognition as one of the best in Minnesota, including a “BEST of MN” designation from MN Monthly. The studio is intentionally inclusive and accessible, housed in an ADA-compliant building, and fosters a community rooted in authenticity and mutual support. Both in-person and virtual classes are offered via Zoom, with a library of on-demand recordings available for those who need flexibility. The studio also has a lending library of books on yoga, Buddhism, and self-awareness.
Classes and Offerings
Yess Yoga specializes in vinyasa, restorative, yin, and slow flow styles, with classes that emphasize safe alignment and personal exploration. The studio also offers qigong, a 6-week mat Pilates series, and a variety of workshops covering topics like Gua Sha, grief singing, partner yoga, family yoga, crystal healing with voice activation, and therapeutic sound baths using gongs, crystal bowls, and drums. A holistic 200-hour yoga teacher training (RYT 200) is available, certified by Yoga Alliance, covering vinyasa, yin, and restorative teaching. Workshops range from body-based movement to yoga theory and astrology. Virtual participation is fully integrated, with interactive instruction for remote students.
Visitor Experience
Reviews consistently highlight the studio’s warm, nonjudgmental atmosphere and the genuine sense of community. The physical space features abundant natural light, greenery, and two studios without mirrors, which helps practitioners focus inward. Teachers are praised for their skill, creativity, and emphasis on listening to one’s body. A senior discount is available, and a first-week intro offer makes it easy for newcomers to try classes. The studio has a 48-hour cancellation policy. Visitors often note the peaceful, grounding effect of the space and the respectful, quiet culture. Whether attending in person or online, students feel supported and part of a caring community.
